Ultimate North India Pilgrimage and Heritage Tour from Hyderabad with Budget Overview

Day 1: Heritage Monuments

Agra, India on April 25, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Pinch of Spice

Enjoy flavorful North Indian breakfast featuring parathas and chai.
INR300, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Taj Mahal

Tour the iconic UNESCO World Heritage monument, open 6:00am to 6:30pm.
INR1300, 2h0m

11:00am

Tour Red Fort

Explore the historic fortress open from 9:30am to 4:30pm.
INR600, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Esphahan Restaurant

Delight in Mughlai cuisine with views of Taj Mahal.
INR1500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Drive to Delhi

Travel 3-4 hours by taxi or car (INR2500).
INR2500, 4h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Karim’s

Taste authentic Mughlai kebabs and biryanis.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 2: Delhi Monuments

Delhi, India on April 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Sita Ram Diwan Chand

Try their famous chole bhature.
INR150, 0h45m

8:30am

Visit India Gate and Rajpath

Explore the war memorial and boulevard; free and open all day.
Free, 1h0m

10:00am

Explore Qutub Minar

Discover the tallest brick minaret, open 7:00am to 5:00pm.
INR600, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Indian Accent

Indulge in innovative Indian cuisine; pricier option.
INR3500, 1h30m

2:30pm

Travel to Chandigarh overnight

Flight or train to Chandigarh (~INR1500-3000).
INR2500, Evening
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Day 3: Travel to Spiti

Chandigarh to Kaza, Spiti Valley, India on April 27, 2025

6:00am

Early breakfast

Quick meal before starting mountain drive.
INR300, 0h30m

7:00am

Drive Chandigarh to Kaza

Long scenic 12-hour drive costing around INR2500 via shared jeep or taxi.
INR2500, 12h0m
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Day 4: Spiti Exploration

Spiti Valley, India on April 28, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local homestay

Traditional Tibetan breakfast including momos and butter tea.
INR300, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Key Monastery

Explore ancient Buddhist monastery; entry around INR50.
INR50, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Losar village cafe

Sample hearty valley cuisine with beautiful scenery.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Hike to Dhankar Monastery

Free hike with spectacular views, approx 3 hours.
Free, 3h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at homestay

Enjoy local home cooking like thukpa.
Included, 1h0m
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Day 5: Pilgrimage Start

Kaza to Gangotri, India on April 29, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast

Simple breakfast before long journey.
INR200, 0h30m

6:30am

Drive Kaza to Gangotri

Full day mountain travel approx INR3000 by private vehicle.
INR3000, 12h0m
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Day 6: Gangotri Sacred Visit

Gangotri, India on April 30, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast

Local homestay breakfast costing about INR200.
INR200, 0h45m

8:00am

Visit Gangotri Temple

Free temple visit, revered pilgrimage site.
Free, 2h0m

10:30am

Hike to Gaumukh glacier

Trek approx. 5 hours for spiritual and nature experience.
Free, 5h0m

4:00pm

Return to guesthouse

Light refreshments after hike.
INR100, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner

Home-cooked Uttarakhand meals at INR300.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 7: Yamunotri Pilgrimage

Gangotri to Yamunotri, India on May 1, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast

Breakfast before travel at INR150.
INR150, 0h30m

7:00am

Travel to Yamunotri

Road and foot journey costing INR1500 approximately.
INR1500, 5h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at local dhaba

Enjoy dal-chawal and sabzi at small eatery for INR200.
INR200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Yamunotri Temple and Hot Springs

Free entry; spiritual site with natural thermal springs.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to guesthouse

Prepare for next day.
INR100, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner

Wholesome local vegetarian dinner for INR300.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 8: Kedarnath Trek Start

Yamunotri to Kedarnath, India on May 2, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast

Nutritious breakfast at guesthouse INR250.
INR250, 0h30m

6:30am

Drive Gaurikund

Road journey to Gaurikund base on the Kedarnath trek, costing INR1200 approx.
INR1200, 6h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Gaurikund

Simple vegetarian lunch at INR250.
INR250, 1h0m

1:30pm

Trek to Kedarnath Temple

Effortful 16 km trek free of cost but requires stamina.
Free, 6h0m

7:30pm

Dinner

Enjoy local cuisine after the trek at INR350.
INR350, 1h0m
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Day 9: Badrinath Journey

Kedarnath to Badrinath, India on May 3, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast

Breakfast at guesthouse INR200.
INR200, 0h45m

8:00am

Descend and drive to Badrinath

Return to Gaurikund by foot, then drive 220 km to Badrinath costing approx INR2500.
INR2500, 8h0m

4:00pm

Rest at Badrinath hotel

Check-in at hotel; rates around INR2000/night.
INR2000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner

Local cuisine dinner at hotel for INR500.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 10: Visit Badrinath

Badrinath, India on May 4, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast

Hearty breakfast INR250.
INR250, 0h45m

8:00am

Badrinath Temple

Free visit to one of Hinduism's holiest sites.
Free, 2h0m

10:30am

Tapt Kund Hot Springs

Relax at free hot springs near temple.
Free, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch

Simple local food at INR400.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Drive to Rishikesh

220 km drive costing INR2000 approx.
INR2000, 6h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Chotiwala

Vegetarian meal by the Ganges INR450.
INR450, 1h0m
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Day 11: Rishikesh Wellness

Rishikesh, India on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Yoga session

Participate in morning yoga at Parmarth Niketan, fee applies.
INR700, 1h30m

9:30am

Breakfast at Beatles Cafe

Healthy continental breakfast INR400.
INR400, 1h0m

11:00am

Visit Laxman and Ram Jhula

Explore famous suspension bridges; free entrance.
Free, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Little Buddha Cafe

Organic vegetarian dishes INR600.
INR600, 1h0m

3:00pm

Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

Evening spiritual ceremony, free event.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Pure Soul Cafe

Wholesome vegetarian meal INR500.
INR500, 1h0m
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Day 12: Return to Hyderabad

Rishikesh to Hyderabad, India on May 6, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Included with stay.
0, 0h30m

8:00am

Drive to Delhi Airport

Approx 6-7 hr trip costing INR3000.
INR3000, 7h0m

3:30pm

Flight to Hyderabad

2-hour flight approx INR4000.
INR4000, 2h0m

6:00pm

Arrival in Hyderabad

Arrange transport home; variable cost.
INR500, 0h30m
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