Relaxing 7-Day Itinerary for Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Kedarnath

1. Day 1: Har Ki Pauri
   10 minutes (2.7 km) from Haridwar Junction Railway Station

   Take a dip in the holy river Ganges and witness the grand Ganga Aarti ceremony in the evening.

2. Day 2: Neer Garh Waterfall
   1 hour 30 minutes (45 km) from Haridwar

   Hike to Neer Garh Waterfall in the morning. Enjoy a picnic lunch and relax by the waterfall. In the evening, explore Rishikesh and attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony.

3. Day 3: Beatles Ashram
   20 minutes (8 km) from Rishikesh

   Visit the abandoned Maharishi Mahesh Yogi ashram where The Beatles stayed in 1968. Enjoy a Yoga and Meditation session. Lunch at a nearby cafe. Evening walk at Triveni Ghat.

4. Day 4: Rajaji National Park
   1 hour 20 minutes (32 km) from Rishikesh

   Early morning jungle safari at Rajaji National Park. Lunch at Anandam Resort. Evening visit to Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula.

5. Day 5: Kedarnath Temple
   6 hours (200 km) from Rishikesh

   Visit the holy Kedarnath temple. Take a pony or helicopter ride to reach the temple. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. Overnight stay at a nearby hotel.

6. Day 6: Kedarnath Trek
   4-5 hours trek from Kedarnath

   Embark on a moderate trek to Vasuki Tal Lake and relax by the lake. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. Return to Kedarnath for the night.

7. Day 7: Haridwar Market
   5 hours (170 km) from Kedarnath

   Return to Haridwar and visit the local market for souvenir shopping. Enjoy the local street food. Evening visit to Mansa Devi Temple for a beautiful view of the city.

Recommendations

There are various local ashrams in Rishikesh for Yoga and Meditation enthusiasts. Visit the local cafes for the best food and scenic views. Take a side trip to the scenic town of Devprayag where river Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the holy Ganges.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Har Ki Pauri (2 hours, Free)
• Neer Garh Waterfall (6 hours, 500 INR)
• Beatles Ashram (4 hours, 150 INR)
• Rajaji National Park (8 hours, 2,000 INR)
• Kedarnath Temple (2 days, 10,000 INR)
• Kedarnath Trek (1 day, 2,000 INR)
• Haridwar Market (5 hours, 1,000 INR)
• Total Estimated Costs: 15,650 INR