Affordable Pilgrimage Tour from Jaipur to Katu Shyam Ji, Nainital, Kedarnath, and Badrinath

Day 1: Jaipur to Katu Shyam Ji

Jaipur to Katu Shyam Ji, Rajasthan on May 23, 2025

8:00am

Drive from Jaipur to Katu Shyam Ji Temple

Begin your pilgrimage with a short morning drive (approx 2 hours, 130 km) from Jaipur to Katu Shyam Ji Temple, famous for its spiritual significance.
INR300 (fuel approx), 2h0m

10:30am

Visit Katu Shyam Ji Temple

Explore the temple and participate in morning prayers. The temple is open from 5:00am to 8:00pm.
Free, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at a local dhaba

Enjoy traditional Rajasthani thali at a nearby local dhaba for an authentic experience at low cost.
INR300 per person, 1h0m

1:30pm

Travel back to Jaipur and catch overnight bus/train to Nainital

Return to Jaipur and board an overnight Volvo bus or train to Kathgodam (gateway to Nainital), approx 8-10 hours journey. This overnight travel saves accommodation cost and maximizes time.
INR600 per person approx, 9h0m
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Day 2: Nainital's Neem Karoli Baba Kaichi Dham

Nainital, Uttarakhand on May 24, 2025

8:00am

Arrive at Kathgodam, travel to Nainital

From Kathgodam station, take a taxi or bus to Nainital (approx 1.5 hrs, 35 km).
INR300 taxi approx, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Neem Karoli Baba Kaichi Dham

Spend time at this peaceful spiritual site dedicated to Neem Karoli Baba, open from 8:00am to 6:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Boat House Club

Enjoy delicious lakeside lunch in Nainital with budget-friendly menu options.
INR500 per person approx, 1h30m

2:00pm

Explore Nainital Lake and Mall Road

Take a leisurely walk around the lake and Mall Road to absorb the hill station vibe and local shops.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Overnight stay in budget hotel

Book a budget hotel or guesthouse in Nainital to rest before onward journey (approx INR1000 for 3 persons).
INR1000, Overnight
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Day 3: Nainital to Rudraprayag via Kedarnath Base

Nainital to Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand on May 25, 2025

7:00am

Depart for Rudraprayag

Start early for the long drive to Rudraprayag, gateway for Kedarnath, approx 10-11 hours with scenic route.
INR3500 taxi approx, 10h0m

6:00pm

Overnight stay at Rudraprayag

Rest in a budget guesthouse or hotel to prepare for the next day's trek to Kedarnath.
INR1000 approx, Overnight
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Day 4: Kedarnath Dham

Kedarnath, Uttarakhand on May 26, 2025

5:00am

Early drive to Gaurikund

Reach Gaurikund, starting point of Kedarnath trek, about 30 km from Rudraprayag.
INR300 taxi approx, 1h0m

6:00am

Trek or pony ride to Kedarnath Temple

Begin the 16 km trek to Kedarnath (trek takes 6-7 hours). Pony rides are available for approx INR2000 per pony one way. Trekking provides spiritual immersion and beautiful mountain views.
Free trek or INR2000 pony ride, 6h0m

1:00pm

Darshan at Kedarnath Temple

Experience the divine darshan at the ancient and revered Kedarnath Temple, open all day during pilgrimage season (April to November).
Free, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at local eatery

Have simple vegetarian meal near temple at modest cost.
INR300 per person, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return trek or pony ride to Gaurikund

Return to Gaurikund using the same mode for rest.
Free or INR2000 pony ride, 5h0m

8:00pm

Drive back to Rudraprayag overnight stay

Rest properly after a strenuous day at your Rudraprayag lodging.
INR1000 approx, Overnight
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Day 5: Rudraprayag to Badrinath

Rudraprayag to Badrinath, Uttarakhand on May 27, 2025

7:00am

Drive to Badrinath

Depart early for a 7-8 hour drive to Badrinath, another sacred Himalayan temple town.
INR3000 taxi approx, 8h0m

3:00pm

Check-in and rest

Check in to a budget guest house in Badrinath for overnight stay (approx INR1200).
INR1200, Overnight
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Day 6: Badrinath Temple Visit

Badrinath, Uttarakhand on May 28, 2025

6:00am

Visit Badrinath Temple

Witness the early morning aarti and darshan at one of Hinduism's holiest temples, open approx 5:00am to 9:00pm during season.
Free, 2h0m

8:00am

Breakfast at local café

Enjoy traditional North Indian breakfast at local café for approx INR300 per person.
INR900 for 3 people, 1h0m

9:30am

Explore Tapt Kund hot springs and local market

Relax in natural hot springs believed to have medicinal properties and explore markets nearby for souvenirs.
Free, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at hotel or local eatery

Savor simple vegetarian lunch in Badrinath town.
INR500 approx, 1h0m

2:00pm

Begin return journey to Jaipur

Start long drive back to Jaipur (approx 14-15 hours). Consider an overnight stop halfway at Haridwar or Dehradun for rest.
INR3500 taxi approx, 15h0m
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Day 7: Return to Jaipur

En route to Jaipur on May 29, 2025

7:00am

Continue journey to Jaipur

Complete last leg of the drive from Haridwar / Dehradun to Jaipur (approx 7 hours).
INR1500 taxi approx, 7h0m

2:00pm

Arrival in Jaipur

Reach Jaipur and conclude your spiritual and cultural pilgrimage tour.
Free, End
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