Start your spiritual journey by witnessing the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at the Har Ki Pauri ghat, a sacred ritual of offering prayers to the river Ganges.
Har Ki Pauri is located in the heart of Haridwar. You can walk or take a rickshaw from your hotel. It's a short 10-minute journey.
Embark on a spiritual journey to Kedarnath, home to the famous Kedarnath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, nestled amidst snow-capped peaks.
From Guptkashi, you can take a local shared taxi or hire a private vehicle to reach Gaurikund, the base point for the trek to Kedarnath. The journey takes around 2 hours.
Embark on a picturesque trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath Temple, a sacred journey through rugged terrain and breathtaking views of the Himalayas.
The trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath is approximately 16 kilometers and takes about 5-6 hours to complete. Make sure to carry essential supplies and stay hydrated.
Seek blessings at Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, and immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere of this ancient pilgrimage site.
After reaching Kedarnath Temple, join the queue for darshan (worship) and experience the spiritual aura of the temple premises.
Begin your journey back from Kedarnath to Gaurikund by trekking down the mountain trails, cherishing the memories and spiritual experience of the pilgrimage.
Start early to descend from Kedarnath to Gaurikund, following the same trekking route. It takes about 3-4 hours depending on your pace.
Take a return journey from Gaurikund to Haridwar, reminiscing about the spiritual journey to Kedarnath and the picturesque landscapes of the Himalayas.
You can hire a private car or shared taxi from Gaurikund to Haridwar. The journey takes approximately 8 hours through the mountainous terrain.