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7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Haridwar, Kedarnath, Rishikesh, Badrinath, Dehradun, and Mussoorie in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    30 minutes (18.7 km) from Dehradun

    Start your day with a thrilling experience of white water rafting in the Ganges. After lunch, visit Har Ki Pauri to witness the famous Ganga Aarti ceremony at sunset. End your day with a stroll around the local markets.

  2. Day 2: Kedarnath
    6 hours (238 km) from Haridwar

    Start your day early with a helicopter ride to Kedarnath. After reaching Kedarnath, trek to the Kedarnath Temple and explore the beautiful surroundings. Spend your evening stargazing at night.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    3 hours (118 km) from Kedarnath

    Start your day with a yoga session at the banks of the Ganges. After breakfast, go for bungee jumping and ziplining. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    10 hours (324 km) from Rishikesh

    Start your day early with a drive to Badrinath. Visit the Badrinath Temple and explore the town. In the evening, spend some time at the banks of the Alaknanda River.

  5. Day 5: Dehradun
    8 hours (290 km) from Badrinath

    Start your day with a drive to Dehradun. Visit the Robber's Cave and enjoy a picnic lunch. In the evening, visit the Mindrolling Monastery and explore the local markets.

  6. Day 6: Mussoorie
    1 hour (35 km) from Dehradun

    Start your day with a hike to the Kempty Falls. After lunch, visit the Gun Hill and enjoy a cable car ride. In the evening, visit the Christ Church and enjoy a scenic walk at Camel's Back Road.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    2 hours (77 km) from Mussoorie

    Start your day with a visit to the Beatles Ashram. After lunch, go for river rafting and then attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat. End your day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.

Recommendations

Aside from the itinerary, do not forget to indulge in the local street food, which is a must-try in the region. You may also consider going for a wildlife safari at the Rajaji National Park or a bike trip to Lansdowne. Do not miss out on the local festivals, which are celebrated with grandeur in the region.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • White Water Rafting in Haridwar (3 hours, INR 1500)
  • Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, Free)
  • Helicopter Ride to Kedarnath (4 hours, INR 7000)
  • Bungee Jumping and Ziplining in Rishikesh (2 hours, INR 3000)
  • Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan (1 hour, Free)
  • Visit to Badrinath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Visit to Robber's Cave in Dehradun (2 hours, INR 25)
  • Visit to Mindrolling Monastery in Dehradun (1 hour, Free)
  • Hike to Kempty Falls in Mussoorie (3 hours, Free)
  • Cable Car Ride at Gun Hill in Mussoorie (1 hour, INR 100)
  • Visit to Christ Church in Mussoorie (1 hour, Free)
  • Visit to Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh (1 hour, INR 500)
  • River Rafting in Rishikesh (2 hours, INR 1400)
  • Dinner at a Local Restaurant (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 14,325
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