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7-Day Itinerary for Kedarnath, Tungnath, and Badrinath in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Kedarnath Helipad

    In the morning, visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the Char Dhams of Uttarakhand. Afternoon can be spent exploring the surrounding natural beauty, including the Vasuki Tal and Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at the temple.

  2. Day 2: Tungnath
    2 hours (30.6 miles) from Kedarnath

    Begin the day with a scenic drive to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges. Afternoon can be spent trekking to Chandrashila, the summit of Tungnath. In the evening, relax and enjoy the views from your hotel.

  3. Day 3: Badrinath
    6 hours (129 miles) from Tungnath

    In the morning, drive to Badrinath, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India. Afternoon can be spent visiting the Badrinath Temple and taking a dip in the Tapt Kund hot springs. In the evening, attend the evening aarti at the temple.

  4. Day 4: Badrinath
    Located in Badrinath

    Explore the town of Badrinath in the morning, including a visit to the Brahma Kapal and Narad Kund. Afternoon can be spent visiting the Mana Village, the last village on the Indian side of the Indo-China border. In the evening, relax and enjoy the views from your hotel.

  5. Day 5: Auli
    1 hour (17.6 miles) from Badrinath

    Drive to Auli, a scenic hill station famous for its skiing and panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges. Afternoon can be spent trekking to Gurso Bugyal and visiting the artificial lake of Auli. In the evening, relax and enjoy the views from your hotel.

  6. Day 6: Joshimath
    1 hour (9.3 miles) from Auli

    In the morning, drive to Joshimath, a popular pilgrimage site and base for treks to the Valley of Flowers and Nanda Devi National Park. Afternoon can be spent visiting the Narsimha Temple and exploring the town. In the evening, relax and enjoy the views from your hotel.

  7. Day 7: Rishikesh
    9 hours (250 miles) from Joshimath

    Drive to Rishikesh, the Yoga Capital of the World, and visit the Triveni Ghat and Laxman Jhula. Afternoon can be spent attending a yoga class or taking part in adventure activities like rafting and bungee jumping. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan Ashram.

Recommendations

In addition to the above itinerary, consider taking a side trip to Valley of Flowers National Park or Hemkund Sahib. For adventure enthusiasts, try paragliding in Auli or skiing in winter. To maximize your fun, consider hiring a local guide for trekking or sightseeing. Finally, don't forget to try the local cuisine, including Garhwal ka Fannah, Kachmauli, and Bal Mithai.

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