Scenic Haridwar to Kedarnath Spiritual Journey Itinerary

Day 1: Travel and Preparation

Haridwar to Sonprayag, India on April 24, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Mohan Ji Puri Wale

Enjoy a traditional Indian breakfast with fluffy puris and spicy aloo sabzi, perfect to energize for the day ahead.
INR150, 0h30m

8:00am

Drive from Haridwar to Sonprayag

Begin the approximately 9-hour scenic drive covering around 220 kilometers through the Himalayan foothills heading northeast towards Sonprayag, the gateway to Kedarnath.
INR2500 (taxi fare approx.), 9h0m

5:00pm

Check-in and Rest at Guesthouse in Sonprayag

Arrive and check into a guesthouse or hotel at Sonprayag to rest and acclimatize for the next day's trek.
INR1000, Overnight

7:30pm

Dinner at local dhaba

Dine on warm dal, rice, and chapati at a local eatery giving you a taste of Himalayan home-style cooking to keep you nourished.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 2: Trek to Kedarnath

Sonprayag to Kedarnath Temple, India on April 25, 2025

5:30am

Early Breakfast at Guesthouse

Fuel up early for the challenging 16 km trek to Kedarnath with porridge, tea, and boiled eggs.
INR150, 0h30m

6:00am

Start Trek from Sonprayag to Kedarnath

Begin the trek through stunning mountain trails and pristine valleys towards the sacred Kedarnath Temple, open from 5:30 AM to 8:00 PM in this season.
INR0 (permit fees if any are minimal and managed locally), 7h0m

1:00pm

Visit Kedarnath Temple

Offer prayers at this ancient and revered Shiva temple, a pivotal spot on the Char Dham Yatra, and admire panoramic Himalayan views.
Free, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Kedarnath Food Stalls

Enjoy simple but tasty vegetarian dishes like aloo paratha and dal chawal served by local vendors near the temple.
INR200, 1h0m

3:00pm

Begin Trek Back to Sonprayag

Start the descent following the same scenic route back to Sonprayag.
INR0, 5h0m

8:00pm

Dinner and Rest in Sonprayag

Relax with a nourishing dinner to recover from the day's trek and rest well for the journey back to Haridwar.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 3: Return to Haridwar

Sonprayag to Haridwar, India on April 26, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Guesthouse

Eat a hearty breakfast including local fruits and parathas before the journey home.
INR150, 0h30m

9:00am

Drive from Sonprayag to Haridwar

Embark on the approximately 9-hour descent from the mountains back to Haridwar through beautiful landscapes and small towns.
INR2500, 9h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Chotiwala Restaurant, Haridwar

Celebrate the successful pilgrimage with dinner at this famous vegetarian restaurant known for its thalis and traditional Indian sweets.
INR400, 1h0m
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