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Kedarnath Temple and Badrinath Temple 5-Day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    20 minutes (7.5 miles) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple in the morning, a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and beautiful natural scenery. In the afternoon, trek to Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, a protected area that houses a variety of flora and fauna such as Himalayan black bears, snow leopards, and musk deer. In the evening, return to the temple and attend the evening Aarti.

  2. Day 2: Badrinath Temple
    4 hours 30 minutes (155 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    In the morning, take a scenic drive to Badrinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On the way, stop by Mana Village, the last village before the Indo-China border, and see the Vyas Gufa and Ganesh Gufa caves. In the afternoon, explore the town of Badrinath and take a dip in the hot springs of Tapt Kund. In the evening, attend the evening Aarti at the temple.

  3. Day 3: Badrinath Temple
    Walking distance from Badrinath Temple

    Visit the Badrinath Temple again in the morning, as it looks especially beautiful in the sunrise. After the visit, take a trek to Vasudhara Falls, a stunning waterfall that requires a bit of a hike but is worth it for the views. In the afternoon, take a dip in the hot springs of Narad Kund. In the evening, attend the evening Aarti at the temple.

  4. Day 4: Kedarnath Temple
    4 hours 30 minutes (155 miles) from Badrinath Temple

    Return to Kedarnath Temple in the morning and explore the town and nearby areas. Take a trek to Gandhi Sarovar, a glacial lake that is named after Mahatma Gandhi. In the afternoon, visit the Bhairav Temple, a small temple dedicated to Lord Bhairav, a fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva. Attend the evening Aarti at the temple.

  5. Day 5: Rudraprayag
    4 hours 30 minutes (103 miles) from Kedarnath Temple

    On the last day, take a scenic drive to Rudraprayag, a town that is named after Lord Shiva. Visit the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva that is situated inside a cave. In the afternoon, take a dip in the holy waters of Sangam, the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers. In the evening, enjoy a panoramic view of the town from the Rudraprayag suspension bridge.

Recommendations

Other notable attractions in the region include the Hemkund Sahib, a Sikh shrine that requires a trek to get there, and Valley of Flowers National Park, a beautiful floral valley that is open from June to October. You can also take a detour to Auli, a popular skiing destination, or go on a rafting adventure in Rishikesh.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (4-5 hours, INR 650 for guide and permit)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Mana Village (1 hour, free)
  • Tapt Kund (1-2 hours, INR 50 for locker rental)
  • Vasudhara Falls (4-5 hours, free)
  • Narad Kund (1-2 hours, INR 20 for towel rental)
  • Gandhi Sarovar (6-7 hours, INR 650 for guide and permit)
  • Bhairav Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Koteshwar Mahadev Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Sangam (1-2 hours, free)
  • Rudraprayag Suspension Bridge (30 minutes, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1420
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