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7-Day Shoestring Budget Itinerary for Kedarnath in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Kedarnath Temple
    Located in the town of Kedarnath
    5 minutes (0.2 miles) from Kedarnath Helipad

    Visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites, in the morning. Spend the afternoon exploring the town of Kedarnath and its local markets, and enjoy the evening by attending the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the temple.

  2. Day 2: Vasuki Tal Trek
    Located 8.8 km (5.5 miles) from Kedarnath town
    5-6 hours trek (one way)

    Embark on the Vasuki Tal Trek in the morning, which takes you to a beautiful high altitude lake. Spend the afternoon soaking in the scenic beauty and return to Kedarnath town in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Gandhi Sarovar Trek
    Located 16 km (10 miles) from Kedarnath town
    6-7 hours trek (one way)

    Embark on the Gandhi Sarovar Trek in the morning, which takes you to a pristine lake with breathtaking views. Spend the afternoon admiring the beauty of the lake and return to Kedarnath town in the evening.

  4. Day 4: Sonprayag
    Located 20 km (12.4 miles) from Kedarnath town
    45 minutes (20.3 miles) from Guptkashi

    Visit Sonprayag in the morning, a picturesque town that marks the confluence of the rivers Basuki and Mandakini. Spend the afternoon exploring the town and its scenic beauty, and return to Kedarnath town in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Gaurikund Temple
    Located 16 km (10 miles) from Kedarnath town
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Sonprayag

    Visit the Gaurikund Temple in the morning, a Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Parvati. Spend the afternoon exploring the town of Gaurikund and its local markets, and return to Kedarnath town in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Chorabari Tal Trek
    Located 7 km (4.3 miles) from Kedarnath town
    4-5 hours trek (one way)

    Embark on the Chorabari Tal Trek in the morning, which takes you to a beautiful high altitude lake. Spend the afternoon soaking in the scenic beauty and return to Kedarnath town in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Kedarnath Helipad
    Located in the town of Kedarnath

    Depart from the town of Kedarnath in the morning, and head back home.

Recommendations

Other local attractions that you can consider are the Shankaracharya Samadhi, Triyuginarayan Temple, and Guptkashi. You can also take a side trip to Badrinath and Gangotri, two other popular Hindu pilgrimage sites. To maximize your fun, make sure to carry sunscreen, a raincoat, comfortable walking shoes, and a water bottle. Lastly, don't forget to try the local delicacies such as Kachmauli, Aloo ke Gutke, and Gulgula.

Find hotels and flights for your stay in Kedarnath at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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