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Adventure Itinerary for Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Rishikesh

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    3 hours (77 miles) from Dehradun

    In the morning, trek to the Kedarnath Temple, one of the holiest shrines in Hinduism. Afternoon, visit Gaurikund and take a dip in its hot water springs. Evening, enjoy a bonfire and local cultural performances.

  2. Day 2: Badrinath
    5 hours (125 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, visit Badrinath Temple and take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot water springs. Afternoon, trek to Vasudhara Falls, a beautiful cascading waterfall. Evening, relax in the Vyas Cave, where it is believed that Sage Vyas wrote the Mahabharata.

  3. Day 3: Rishikesh
    9 hours (219 miles) from Badrinath

    In the morning, go rafting in the Ganges River. Afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, where the famous band once meditated. Evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony, a beautiful Hindu ritual of worshiping the river.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    Located in Rishikesh

    In the morning, go bungee jumping at Jumpin Heights. Afternoon, visit the Neer Garh Waterfall and take a dip in its cool water. Evening, go on a wildlife safari at Rajaji National Park.

  5. Day 5: Rishikesh
    Located in Rishikesh

    In the morning, go on a sunrise hike to the Kunjapuri Temple. Afternoon, visit the Triveni Ghat and take a dip in the holy Ganges River. Evening, attend a yoga and meditation session.

  6. Day 6: Departure
    6 hours (144 miles) from Rishikesh to Dehradun

    Departure to Dehradun for your onward journey.

Recommendations

Consider visiting the Har Ki Dun Valley for a scenic trek, or the Shivpuri area for more water sports activities. Take a side trip to the beautiful hill station of Mussoorie. To maximize your fun, try the local delicacies like Kumaoni Raita, Garhwal ka Fannah, and Kandalee ka Saag.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Gaurikund (2 hours, Free)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Vasudhara Falls trek (3 hours, Free)
  • Vyas Cave (1 hour, Free)
  • Rafting in Ganges River (3 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Beatles Ashram (1 hour, INR 150 per person)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony (1 hour, Free)
  • Bungee jumping at Jumpin Heights (2 hours, INR 3550 per person)
  • Neer Garh Waterfall (2 hours, Free)
  • Rajaji National Park safari (4 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Kunjapuri Temple hike (2 hours, Free)
  • Triveni Ghat (1 hour, Free)
  • Yoga and meditation session (1 hour, INR 500 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 8150 per person
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