Kedarnath Badrinath Yatra

Pondicherry

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Featured View

Sacred stone shrine of Kedarnath Temple framed against snow-capped peaks

Ancient Nagara-style stone temple in the serene Himalayan valley

Colorful facade of Badrinath Temple beneath Neelkanth mountain peaks

Kedarnath Temple glowing at dusk with evening aarti and gathering pilgrims

Pilgrims approaching the sacred Kedarnath shrine in the Mandakini valley

Duration6 Days / 5 Nights

Key Stops5 Key Hubs

Pickup PointsAirport / Station / Hotel

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Package Overview

Undertake the sacred Do Dham Himalayan pilgrimage to Kedarnath and Badrinath over 6 spiritually uplifting days. Journey from Haridwar/Rishikesh along the Mandakini and Alaknanda river valleys to Sonprayag, then trek or fly to the holy Kedarnath Jyotirlinga nestled beneath towering Himalayan peaks. Continue to Badrinath Dham to take a purifying holy dip in Tapt Kund, attend temple darshan, and visit Mana, the last Indian village before the Indo-Tibetan border, including Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul.

Key Stops & Tour Route

Haridwar / Rishikesh Base→Guptkashi / Phata Valley→Kedarnath Jyotirlinga (16 km Trail)→Badrinath Temple & Tapt Kund→Mana Village (First Indian Border Village)

Peak Season & Best Time to Visit (Sacred Yatra Season)

Ideal Months: May to June & Sept to October

Climate & Conditions: Cool & alpine (5°C–18°C daytime; 0°C–5°C nights).

💡 Mandatory biometric registration is required; carry thermal wear and sturdy walking shoes.

Step-by-Step Schedule

Trip Itinerary & Timeline

Haridwar → Guptkashi via Rudraprayag (Drive: 220 km)

Day 1

Assemble at Haridwar by 7:00 AM. Drive through Devprayag (sacred confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi), Srinagar Garhwal, Rudraprayag, and Agastyamuni. Arrive Guptkashi. Complete biometric medical registration mandatory for Kedarnath yatra. Attend evening aarti at Vishwanath Temple. Overnight in Guptkashi.

Guptkashi → Kedarnath Temple (Drive + Trek 16 km)

Day 2

Drive early to Sonprayag. Take government shuttle to Gaurikund. Begin 16 km trek to Kedarnath Temple (3,583 m) along the Mandakini River — through Jungle Chatti, Bheembali, and Linchauli. Pony or palki available. Arrive at Kedarnath, check into ashram. Attend evening Sandhya Aarti at the 12th Jyotirlinga shrine. Overnight in Kedarnath.

Kedarnath Darshan & Return Trek to Guptkashi

Day 3

Rise at 4:00 AM for early morning Abhishek and Darshan of the Kedarnath Jyotirlinga. Witness the iconic sunrise over the surrounding snow peaks of Kedarnath, Kedar Dome, and Bharatekuntha. Begin descent trek back to Gaurikund. Drive to Guptkashi. Overnight in Guptkashi.

Guptkashi → Badrinath via Joshimath (Drive: 185 km)

Day 4

Drive through Chamoli, Pipalkoti, and Joshimath (gateway to Badrinath). Stop at Narsingh Temple, Joshimath. Continue 45 km to Badrinath (3,133 m). Check-in at hotel. Evening Darshan at Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu — attend the spectacular evening Maha Abhishek and Aarti. Holy dip in Tapt Kund (hot spring). Overnight in Badrinath.

Badrinath – Mana Village & Return Drive to Haridwar

Day 5

Early morning Darshan at Badrinath. Drive 3 km to Mana — the last Indian village before the Tibet border. Visit Vyas Gufa (cave where Vedas were composed), Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Pul (natural rock bridge over Saraswati River). Purchase Badri Nath Prasad. Begin return drive to Haridwar (300 km). Overnight in Haridwar / Rishikesh.

Rishikesh – Ganga Aarti & Departure

Day 6

Morning visit Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh for a holy dip and aarti. Visit Parmarth Niketan Ashram. Drop at Haridwar Railway Station or Dehradun Airport by 1:00 PM. Sacred Do Dham Yatra concludes.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

✓Mountain Hotels
✓Breakfast & Dinner
✓Darshan Management
✓Mana Village Tour

What's Excluded

✕Helicopter tickets (Phata/Sersi/Guptkashi to Kedarnath), pony, mule, or doli / palki charges
✕Special VIP Puja slips / Abhishek puja passes and tirth purohit dakshina
✕Lunches and hot tea/snacks along the trekking routes
✕Personal porter charges for backpack offloading during the 16 km trek
✕Emergency medical oxygen refills and high-altitude evacuation fees
✕Personal expenses, tips, and room heater charges at mountain lodges

Char Dham Biometric Registration and medical fitness self-declaration are mandatory for all pilgrims.

Kedarnath trek is 16 km; check fitness before undertaking trek on foot (pony, palki, and helicopter options available).

Pure vegetarian (Satvik) meals are provided throughout the pilgrimage.

Vehicle AC is switched off on all mountain roads for safety and vehicle performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do we reach Kedarnath temple from the base?

The trek starts from Gaurikund (16 km to Kedarnath). Options include trekking on foot, hiring ponies/dolis on-spot, or taking shuttle helicopters from Phata/Sersi.