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6-Day Adventure Itinerary in Rishikesh, Panch Kedar in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Rishikesh
    20 minutes (14.1 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    In the morning, explore the famous Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges. Take a dip in the holy Ganges river and attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Trek to Chandrashila Peak
    4 hours (10.3 km) from Rishikesh

    Embark on a trek to Chandrashila Peak, located in the Garhwal Himalayas. Enjoy the scenic views of forests, meadows and snow-capped mountains. Spend the evening relaxing at the campsite.

  3. Day 3: Visit Kedarnath Temple
    2 hours 45 minutes (71.4 km) from Chandrashila Peak

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu pilgrimage sites located at an altitude of 3,583 metres. Trek to the Vasuki Tal lake for breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.

  4. Day 4: Explore Guptkashi
    1 hour 20 minutes (40.4 km) from Kedarnath Temple

    Explore the scenic town of Guptkashi and visit the ancient Vishwanath Temple and Ardhnareshwar Temple. Take a dip in the holy water of Manikarnika Kund and experience the local culture and cuisine.

  5. Day 5: Trek to Tungnath Temple
    1 hour 20 minutes (33.3 km) from Guptkashi

    Trek to the Tungnath Temple, the highest Shiva temple in the world located at an altitude of 3,680 metres. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Chandrashila Peak and spend the night camping in the mountains.

  6. Day 6: Return to Rishikesh
    6 hours 30 minutes (225 km) from Tungnath Temple

    Return to Rishikesh and try white water rafting in the Ganges. End the day by relaxing on the beaches of Rishikesh and enjoying the local cuisine.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Neer Garh Waterfall, Beatles Ashram and Rajaji National Park. For side trips, consider visiting Haridwar and Dehradun. To maximize your fun, try bungee jumping or zip-lining in Rishikesh. Don't forget to pack warm clothes and comfortable shoes for the trek.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula suspension bridges (2 hours, free)
  • Chandrashila Peak trek (2 days, 7,000 INR)
  • Kedarnath Temple (1 day, 250 INR)
  • Vasuki Tal lake trek (1 day, 1,500 INR)
  • Vishwanath Temple and Ardhnareshwar Temple in Guptkashi (2 hours, free)
  • Tungnath Temple trek (1 day, 1,200 INR)
  • White water rafting in Rishikesh (2 hours, 600 INR)
  • Local cuisine (6 days, 5,000 INR)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 15,550 INR
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