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Char Dham Uttarakhand Cultural Immersion Itinerary - August 2023

  1. Day 1: Yamunotri
    4 hours 30 minutes (145 km) from Dehradun

    Start your morning with a dip in the hot springs of Yamunotri, followed by a visit to the ancient Yamunotri temple. In the afternoon, explore the Kunti Kund, Surya Kund and Divya Shila. In the evening, witness the aarti at the temple and participate in the spiritual rituals.

  2. Day 2: Gangotri
    7 hours 17 minutes (242 km) from Yamunotri

    Begin your day with a visit to the Gangotri temple, dedicated to the river goddess Ganga. Afternoon visit to Pandava Gufa and Bhagirath Shila. In the evening, take a walk to the Mukhba village and witness the stunning sunset.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath
    7 hours 34 minutes (246 km) from Gangotri

    Early morning trek to Kedarnath temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas on the way. In the afternoon, take a dip in the Tapt Kund and visit the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at the temple.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    8 hours 9 minutes (240 km) from Kedarnath

    Visit the Badrinath temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and take a dip in the Tapt Kund. In the afternoon, visit the Mana village, believed to be the last Indian village before the Tibetan border. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at the temple.

  5. Day 5: Joshimath
    2 hours 15 minutes (56 km) from Badrinath

    Start your day with a visit to the Narsimha temple and then take a cable car ride to Auli for panoramic views of the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Kalpavriksha and Gari Bhawani temples. In the evening, explore the local market for souvenirs.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    8 hours 14 minutes (251 km) from Joshimath

    Begin your day with a visit to the Trimbakeshwar temple and then go for white water rafting in the Ganges river. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram and enjoy the street food at the Laxman Jhula market. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at the Triveni Ghat.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
    1 hour 44 minutes (54 km) from Rishikesh

    Start your day with a visit to the Chandi Devi and Mansa Devi temples on a cable car ride. Afternoon visit to the Har Ki Pauri ghat and witness the Ganga Aarti. In the evening, explore the local markets and try some local sweets.

Recommendations

Other attractions to consider in the area include the Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers trek, Panch Prayag, and Chopta trek. To maximize your fun, try local cuisine, attend local festivals and fairs, and interact with local people to learn about their traditions and culture.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Yamunotri temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Gangotri temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath temple (3-4 hours, free)
  • Badrinath temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Auli Cable car ride (1-2 hours, INR 750)
  • White water rafting in Rishikesh (2-3 hours, INR 600-1500)
  • Har Ki Pauri Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding travel and accommodation): INR 1350-2250
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