Scenic Haridwar to Tungnath and Back Public Transport Adventure

Day 1: Haridwar Arrival

Haridwar, India on May 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Chotiwala Restaurant

Start your day with authentic North Indian breakfast like Aloo Puri and Chole Bhature at Chotiwala, a popular local eatery in Haridwar, open from 7:00am to 10:00am.

INR200, 1h

9:30am

Visit Har Ki Pauri Ghat

Take a peaceful morning walk along the sacred Har Ki Pauri, witnessing the holy Ganges river and its spiritual ambiance, open to visitors all day.

Free, 1h

11:00am

Board bus to Rudraprayag

Catch a government or private bus from Haridwar bus station to Rudraprayag, a major transit point towards Tungnath. The journey takes around 7-8 hours through scenic routes.

INR500, 7h

6:30pm

Dinner and Overnight Stay in Rudraprayag

Have dinner at a local guesthouse or dhaba in Rudraprayag, serving simple meals. Rest well to prepare for the early trek next day.

INR300, 1h

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Day 2: Tungnath Trekking

Tungnath, India on May 7, 2025

6:00am

Early Breakfast in Rudraprayag

Eat a quick breakfast like pakoras or stuffed parathas to fuel up for the trek, available at local eateries from 5:30am onwards.

INR150, 30m

6:30am

Bus or shared taxi to Chopta

Travel from Rudraprayag to Chopta by public transport or shared jeep, typically 2-3 hours, as Chopta is the base point for the Tungnath trek.

INR300, 3h

9:30am

Begin Trek to Tungnath Temple

Start your 3.5 km trek to the highest Shiva temple in the world, Tungnath, enjoying breathtaking Himalayan views. Open from 6:00am to 5:00pm for visitors.

INR50 (donation), 3h