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Bilaspur, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Kedarnath, and Badrinath 5-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    2 hours 30 minutes (86.8 miles) from Bilaspur

    In the morning, visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat and witness the Ganga Aarti. In the afternoon, visit the Chandi Devi Temple on top of Neel Parvat and take a cable car ride to reach the temple. In the evening, visit the Mansa Devi Temple and take a cable car ride to reach the temple.

  2. Day 2: Rishikesh
    1 hour 5 minutes (34.4 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, visit the Triveni Ghat and take a dip in the holy Ganges. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram and explore the graffiti walls and meditation huts. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    6 hours 45 minutes (158.8 miles) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, go on a 16-kilometer trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple. In the afternoon, visit the Kedarnath Temple and pay your respects to Lord Shiva. In the evening, relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the surrounding mountains.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    4 hours 31 minutes (110.8 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, visit the Badrinath Temple and take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs. In the afternoon, visit the Mana Village and explore the Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Bhim Pul. In the evening, attend the Badrinath Temple Aarti.

  5. Day 5: Return to Bilaspur
    15 hours 30 minutes (610 miles) from Badrinath

    Return to Bilaspur and reminisce about your pilgrimage to some of the holiest places in India.

Recommendations

If time permits, you can visit the Neer Garh Waterfall in Rishikesh or take a dip in the hot springs at Tapt Kund in Badrinath. For side trips, you can visit the Hemkund Sahib in the Chamoli district or the Valley of Flowers National Park in the Chamoli and Pithoragarh districts. To maximize your fun, try participating in adventure sports like bungee jumping, river rafting, and kayaking in Rishikesh. Lastly, make sure to stay hydrated and carry some warm clothes as temperatures can drop at higher altitudes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Har Ki Pauri ghat (2 hours, free)
  • Chandi Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 360 for cable car ride)
  • Mansa Devi Temple (2 hours, INR 360 for cable car ride)
  • Triveni Ghat (2 hours, free)
  • Beatles Ashram (2 hours, INR 150 entry fee)
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram (2 hours, free)
  • Gaurikund to Kedarnath Trek (12 hours, INR 3,000 for a pony ride)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Mana Village (2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding transportation and accommodation): INR 3,870
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