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Rishikesh and Chardham 7-Day Itinerary for October 2023

  1. Day 1: Rishikesh
    20 minutes (6.2 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

    In the morning, visit the Beatles Ashram and explore the meditation cells of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. In the afternoon, visit the famous Laxman Jhula and enjoy the view of the Ganges river. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

  2. Day 2: Yamunotri
    6 hours (221 km) from Rishikesh

    In the morning, take a 2-hour drive to Hanuman Chatti. From there, trek 14 km to reach Yamunotri temple and take a dip in the holy Yamuna river. In the afternoon, visit the Surya Kund and Yamunotri temple.

  3. Day 3: Uttarkashi
    4 hours (128 km) from Yamunotri

    In the morning, visit the Vishwanath temple and learn about the history and architecture. In the afternoon, take a walk to Nehru Institute of Mountaineering and learn about the Himalayan ranges. In the evening, visit the Shakti Temple.

  4. Day 4: Gangotri
    4 hours (99 km) from Uttarkashi

    In the morning, take a 3-hour drive to Gangotri and enjoy the view of the mountains en route. In the afternoon, visit the Gangotri temple and enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. In the evening, walk along the banks of the Bhagirathi river.

  5. Day 5: Kedarnath
    7 hours (233 km) from Gangotri

    In the morning, take a 7-hour drive to Sonprayag. From there, trek 16 km to reach Kedarnath temple. In the afternoon, visit the Kedarnath temple and pay homage to Lord Shiva. In the evening, take a dip in the holy Mandakini river.

  6. Day 6: Badrinath
    5 hours (155 km) from Kedarnath

    In the morning, visit the Gupta Kashi temple and learn about its historical significance. In the afternoon, take a 5-hour drive to Badrinath and visit the famous Badrinath temple. In the evening, attend the Badrinath Aarti.

  7. Day 7: Rudraprayag
    3 hours (141 km) from Badrinath

    In the morning, visit the Narad Kund and learn about its significance in Hindu mythology. In the afternoon, take a 3-hour drive to Rudraprayag and visit the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. In the evening, relax by the riverside and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Recommendations

Other local attractions include Neer Garh Waterfall in Rishikesh, Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi, and Triyuginarayan Temple en route to Kedarnath. For a side trip, visit the Valley of Flowers National Park. To maximize your fun, try river rafting in Rishikesh or visit Auli for skiing.

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