Exploring Gangotri in a Day

Day 1: Holy Pilgrimage

Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India

6:00AM

Breakfast at Local Cafeteria

Start your day with a traditional Indian breakfast of spicy aloo paratha and masala chai to energize you for the day ahead.
Walk to a nearby cafeteria in Gangotri town.
INR 200, 1 hour

7:00AM

Gangotri Temple Visit

Visit the sacred Gangotri Temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga, a significant pilgrimage site for Hindus.
The temple is a short walk from the town centre.
Free entry, 1-2 hours

10:00AM

Bhagirath Shila Exploration

Explore Bhagirath Shila, the rock on which King Bhagirath meditated to bring Goddess Ganga to Earth.
It's a short walk from the temple.
INR 50, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Garhwali thali with dishes like rajma, kaddu ki sabzi, and local rice to taste the flavours of the region.
Head to a nearby restaurant after Bhagirath Shila.
INR 300, 1 hour

1:00PM

Surya Kund Bath

Take a ritualistic dip in the holy waters of Surya Kund, believed to cleanse sins and purify the soul.
Surya Kund is located close to Gangotri Temple.
Free entry, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Pandava Gufa

Visit the ancient Pandava Gufa, a cave where it is believed the Pandavas took refuge during their exile.
Pandava Gufa is a short drive from Gangotri town.
INR 100, 1-2 hours
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