7-Day Chardham Yatra Itinerary in October 2023

1. Day 1: Yamunotri
   2 hours 30 minutes (46 miles) from Dehradun

   Visit the Yamunotri Temple, take a dip in the natural hot water spring at Janki Chatti, and explore the picturesque Saptarishi Kund.

2. Day 2: Gangotri
   5 hours 15 minutes (98 miles) from Yamunotri

   Visit the Gangotri Temple, take a dip in the holy Ganges, and trek to the beautiful Gaumukh glacier.

3. Day 3: Kedarnath
   6 hours 30 minutes (128 miles) from Gangotri

   Visit the ancient Kedarnath Temple, trek to Vasuki Tal, and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas.

4. Day 4: Badrinath
   5 hours 30 minutes (108 miles) from Kedarnath

   Visit the Badrinath Temple, take a dip in the Tapt Kund, and explore the Mana village - the last village of India on the Indo-Tibetan border.

5. Day 5: Valley of Flowers
   2 hours 30 minutes (54 miles) from Badrinath

   Explore the stunning Valley of Flowers, trek to Hemkund Sahib, and witness the beauty of the Pushpawati river.

6. Day 6: Auli
   2 hours 30 minutes (56 miles) from Valley of Flowers

   Experience the breathtaking views of the Himalayas, enjoy skiing and snowboarding, and take a cable car ride to the Auli Artificial Lake.

7. Day 7: Rishikesh
   7 hours (140 miles) from Auli

   Explore the spiritual town of Rishikesh, take a dip in the Ganges, and visit the Beatles Ashram and Triveni Ghat for the evening Aarti.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, consider visiting the holy town of Haridwar or the ancient town of Joshimath. You can also go on a trek to Roopkund or Kuari Pass to experience the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. Don't forget to try the local Garhwali cuisine and shop for souvenirs at the local markets.