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5-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath and Badrinath Temples

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Dehradun
    45 minutes (17 miles) from Jolly Grant Airport

    After your arrival in Dehradun, you can spend the morning exploring the beautiful Robber's Cave. Later, visit the Mindrolling Monastery to learn about Buddhist culture and enjoy the lush greenery. Spend the evening at the Tapkeshwar Temple and enjoy the beautiful Shiva statue and peaceful atmosphere.

  2. Day 2: Dehradun to Kedarnath
    10 hours (229 miles) from Dehradun

    Start early for Kedarnath and visit the Rudra Cave on the way. Reach Kedarnath by late afternoon and check-in to your hotel. Spend the evening exploring the Kedarnath Temple and enjoying the beautiful views of the Himalayas.

  3. Day 3: Kedarnath to Guptkashi
    2 hours (20 miles) from Kedarnath

    Visit the Madhmaheshwar Temple in the morning and then head to Guptkashi. Check-in to your hotel and then visit the Ardhnareshwar Temple in the afternoon. Spend the evening exploring the Guptkashi market and trying some local delicacies.

  4. Day 4: Guptkashi to Badrinath
    6 hours (153 miles) from Guptkashi

    Start early for Badrinath and visit the Triyuginarayan Temple on the way. Check-in to your hotel in Badrinath and visit the Badrinath Temple in the afternoon. Spend the evening exploring the Mana Village and enjoying the beautiful natural scenery.

  5. Day 5: Departure from Badrinath
    5 hours (132 miles) to Jolly Grant Airport

    Before leaving Badrinath, visit the Tapt Kund in the morning and then head to the Vasudhara Falls for some breathtaking views. Depart for Jolly Grant Airport in the afternoon.

Recommendations

Other local attractions that you may consider are the Valley of Flowers National Park, Hemkund Sahib, and the Kedar Dome. For a side trip, you can visit Haridwar or Rishikesh. To maximize your fun, you can also try activities like river rafting, bungee jumping, and camping in the Himalayas.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Robber's Cave (2 hours, Free)
  • Mindrolling Monastery (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Tapkeshwar Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Rudra Cave (1 hour, Free)
  • Madhmaheshwar Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Ardhnareshwar Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, Free)
  • Triyuginarayan Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Mana Village (2 hours, Free)
  • Tapt Kund (1 hour, Free)
  • Vasudhara Falls (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 50
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