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Kedarnath Itinerary for September 2024

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in Kedarnath, opening hours from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm
    Walking distance from most hotels in the town

    Get an early start to witness the morning Aarti at the Kedarnath Temple. After breakfast, trek to Vasuki Tal, a high altitude lake. Spend the afternoon exploring the town and its small shops. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the Gandhi Sarovar.

  2. Day 2: Sonprayag
    14 km (8.7 miles) from Kedarnath, estimated travel time by car is 45 minutes

    Start early towards Sonprayag via car. Enjoy the scenic views on the way. After reaching Sonprayag, trek to Gaurikund, the starting point of the Kedarnath trek. Have lunch at Gaurikund and spend the afternoon exploring the local area. Head back to Kedarnath in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Triyuginarayan Temple
    25 km (15.5 miles) from Kedarnath, estimated travel time by car is 1 hour and 15 minutes

    Drive to Triyuginarayan Temple, a famous pilgrimage spot. Explore the temple premises and enjoy the scenic surroundings. Visit the nearby Suryakund, a hot water spring. Have lunch at a local dhaba and head back to Kedarnath in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Chorabari Tal
    4 km (2.5 miles) from Kedarnath, estimated travel time by trekking is 2 hours

    Trek to the beautiful Chorabari Tal, a high altitude lake also known as Gandhi Sarovar. Enjoy the scenic views and peaceful surroundings. Trek back to Kedarnath for lunch and spend the afternoon exploring the town. In the evening, visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi, a famous religious site.

  5. Day 5: Kalimath Temple
    33 km (20.5 miles) from Kedarnath, estimated travel time by car is 1 hour and 30 minutes

    Drive to Kalimath Temple, a famous pilgrimage spot dedicated to Goddess Kali. Explore the temple premises and enjoy the scenic surroundings. Have lunch at a local dhaba and head back to Kedarnath in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Mandakini Temple
    7 km (4.3 miles) from Kedarnath, estimated travel time by trekking is 2 hours

    Trek to Mandakini Temple, a beautiful temple dedicated to Goddess Mandakini. Enjoy the scenic views and peaceful surroundings. Trek back to Kedarnath for lunch and spend the afternoon exploring the town. In the evening, enjoy the sunset from the Vasuki Tal.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can explore nearby places like Guptkashi, Ukhimath, and Rudraprayag. You can also take a helicopter tour of the area to get an aerial view of the Himalayas. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry comfortable walking shoes, warm clothing, and a water bottle. Don't forget to try the local delicacies like Aloo ke Gutke and Kachmauli.

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