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7-Day Adventure Itinerary: Chennai to Kedarnath

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    35 minutes (15.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    In the morning, go for a white water rafting adventure at Ganges river. Afternoon could be spent at the Neer Garh waterfall. In the evening, visit Triveni Ghat for the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti.

  2. Day 2: Uttarkashi
    6 hours 50 minutes (183 km) from Rishikesh

    Drive to Nachiketa Tal, a serene lake surrounded by the Himalayas. In the afternoon, go for the Dayara Bugyal trek for panoramic views of the Himalayas. Evening can be spent exploring the ancient Vishwanath Temple.

  3. Day 3: Gangotri
    2 hours 10 minutes (97 km) from Uttarkashi

    Embark on the Gangotri trek, starting from the Gangotri Temple and ending at the Gaumukh Glacier. In the afternoon, visit the stunning Bhairon Ghati temple. In the evening, take a dip in the holy waters of Ganges.

  4. Day 4: Guptkashi
    7 hours 50 minutes (227 km) from Gangotri

    Drive to Sonprayag and trek to Kedarnath Temple. Afternoon could be spent exploring the natural beauty of Vasuki Tal. In the evening, relax and unwind at the Kedarnath hot springs.

  5. Day 5: Kedarnath
    Explore the beauty of Kedarnath

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple and offer prayers. Explore the scenic beauty of Gandhi Sarovar and Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. In the evening, attend the Kedarnath Aarti at the temple.

  6. Day 6: Badrinath
    7 hours 30 minutes (246 km) from Kedarnath

    Drive to Badrinath and visit the Badrinath Temple. In the afternoon, take a dip in the holy Tapt Kund. Explore the Mana Village, the last Indian village before the Tibetan border in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
    10 hours 30 minutes (312 km) from Badrinath

    Drive to Haridwar and visit the Har Ki Pauri ghat for the Ganga Aarti. In the afternoon, take the scenic ropeway ride to the Mansa Devi Temple. Spend the evening at the Chandi Devi Temple for the cable car ride and the view of the Ganges.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include Tungnath Temple, Deoria Tal lake, and Valley of Flowers National Park. Side trips to Auli for skiing or a visit to the holy city of Varanasi could also be considered. To maximize the fun, try local street food and shop for traditional handicrafts. Plan ahead and check the weather forecast for the optimal trekking experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • White water rafting in Rishikesh (3 hours, INR 1500)
  • Dayara Bugyal trek in Uttarkashi (5 hours, INR 500)
  • Gangotri trek from Gangotri to Gaumukh Glacier (7 hours, INR 500)
  • Trek to Kedarnath Temple from Sonprayag (6 hours, INR 500)
  • Cable car ride to Mansa Devi Temple in Haridwar (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs (Per Person): INR 2200
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