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Kedarnath Badrinath Hrishikesh Haridwar Adventure Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    1 hour 20 minutes (30.9 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, trek to Kedarnath Temple, one of the holiest Hindu shrines nestled in the Himalayas. In the afternoon, visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi and Bhaironath Temple. Spend the evening at Gandhi Sarovar, a picturesque lake.

  2. Day 2: Badrinath
    5 hours 45 minutes (148 miles) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, explore Badrinath Temple, one of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites. In the afternoon, take a dip in the Tapt Kund, a hot spring, and visit the Mana Village, the last Indian village before the Indo-Tibetan border. Spend the evening at Vasundhara Falls.

  3. Day 3: Joshimath
    1 hour 30 minutes (43.8 miles) from Badrinath

    In the morning, ride on the Asia's highest and longest cable car, Auli Ropeway, to witness the panoramic view of Himalayan ranges. In the afternoon, visit Narsingh Temple and Kalpavriksha. Spend the evening at Chenab Lake.

  4. Day 4: Rishikesh
    6 hours 30 minutes (182 miles) from Joshimath

    In the morning, experience the thrill of bungee jumping or white water rafting in Rishikesh, the adventure capital of India. In the afternoon, visit the Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Niketan and Swarg Ashram. Spend the evening at Triveni Ghat, a holy confluence of three rivers.

  5. Day 5: Haridwar
    1 hour (15.7 miles) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, a famous ghat on the banks of Ganges. In the afternoon, visit Chandi Devi Temple and Mansa Devi Temple. Spend the evening at Rajaji National Park, a famous wildlife reserve.

  6. Day 6: Dehradun
    1 hour (24.4 miles) from Haridwar

    In the morning, hike to Robber's Cave, a natural cave formation on the outskirts of Dehradun. In the afternoon, visit Tapkeshwar Temple and Forest Research Institute. Spend the evening at Mindrolling Monastery, a Buddhist monastery with stunning architecture.

  7. Day 7: Mussoorie
    1 hour 20 minutes (34.3 miles) from Dehradun

    In the morning, trek to Kempty Falls, a scenic waterfall with stunning views. In the afternoon, visit Lal Tibba, the highest peak in Mussoorie and Gun Hill, a popular viewpoint. Spend the evening at Mall Road, a famous market.

Recommendations

Do not miss out on visiting the Auli Ski Resort, one of the best skiing destinations in India. You can also take a side trip to Valley of Flowers National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. For maximizing your fun, try paragliding in Bir Billing, the world's second-highest paragliding site. Lastly, do not forget to try local foods like Kachori Sabzi and Jalebi Rabri.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kedarnath Temple (3 hours, free)
  • Badrinath Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Auli Ropeway (2 hours, INR 1500)
  • Beatles Ashram (1 hour, INR 150)
  • Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri (1 hour, free)
  • Robber's Cave (2 hours, free)
  • Kempty Falls (3 hours, INR 50)
  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): INR 1650
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