Day 01
ARRIVE HARIDWAR – GUPTKASHI
ARRIVE HARIDWAR – GUPTKASHI (205 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)
Upon your morning arrival in Haridwar, you will embark on a scenic drive to the beautiful town of Guptkashi. After checking into your hotel, you'll have the rest of the day to explore this charming town at your leisure.
Perhaps you'll wander through the local markets and shops, sampling the delicious street food and admiring the vibrant colors and sounds of daily life. Or, you may choose to take a relaxing stroll through the picturesque surroundings, soaking up the natural beauty and serene atmosphere of the area.
In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner before retiring to your hotel or campsite for a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the tranquility of the Himalayan foothills.
Day 02
GUPTKASHI – SONPRAYAG – KEDARNATH
GUPTKASHI – SONPRAYAG – KEDARNATH (30 Km + 20 Km trek)
After an early breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Guptkashi, you'll embark on an exhilarating journey to Sonprayag, from where your 20 km trek to Kedarnath will begin. Along the way, you'll have the option to hire a Doli or a horse for your trek, at an additional cost.
As you make your way towards Kedarnath, you'll be surrounded by stunning natural beauty and the sound of fellow pilgrims chanting "Jai Bholenath". The Mandakini River, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges, originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund.
Sometimes, the mist will envelop the mountains, adding to the sense of mysticism and awe as you climb higher towards Kedarnath. Eventually, the mist will lift, revealing the blinding-white peak of the mountain that seems to threaten the very sky.
Upon your arrival at Kedarnath, you'll check-in to your accommodations at the Govt. Camps/Lodges, where you'll enjoy a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the serene beauty of the Himalayas.
Day 03
KEDARNATH – SONPRAYAG – GUPTKASHI
KEDARNATH – SONPRAYAG – GUPTKASHI (20 Km trek + 30 Km drive)
On this day, you'll rise before dawn and take a bath before heading to the Kedarnath temple for the 'Abhishek' to Kedarnath Shiva. You'll arrive at the temple by 4:45 am, joining fellow pilgrims in the ancient tradition of performing puja to Lord Shiva.
One of the unique features of this temple is that everyone can go inside Garbha Griha and touch the idol, or even prostrate with their head touching the deity. After completing your darshan and puja, you'll come out of the temple and return to your accommodations at the Govt. Camps/Lodges.
Later in the day, you'll begin the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag. From there, vehicles will be waiting for you in Sonprayag Car Parking, and you'll drive back to your hotel in Guptkashi.
In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, reflecting on the spiritual experiences and breathtaking natural beauty of the Himalayan region.
Day 04
GUPTKASHI – JOSHIMATH – BADRINATH
GUPTKASHI – JOSHIMATH – BADRINATH (190 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)
After a peaceful overnight stay in Guptkashi, you'll check-out of your hotel at 8:00 am and embark on a scenic drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Along the way, you'll be treated to some stunning views of the Ghat road and the surrounding landscape.
Upon your arrival at Badrinath, you'll check into your hotel and take some time to rest and refresh yourself. Later in the evening, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Badrinath Temple for darshan.
Before visiting the temple, however, you'll first make a stop at Tapt Kund, a natural hot spring where you'll take a bath in the purifying waters. The temple of Shri Badrinath Ji is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and spire.
After completing your darshan, you'll return to your hotel for a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, surrounded by the natural beauty of Badrinath.
Day 05
BADRINATH – JOSHIMATH – RUDRAPRAYAG
BADRINATH – JOSHIMATH – RUDRAPRAYAG (165 Km / 5 to 6 hrs)
On this day, you'll begin your morning with a visit to the Badrinath temple for darshan, where you'll have the opportunity to pay your respects and seek blessings from Lord Vishnu. After completing your darshan, you'll return to your hotel for a delicious breakfast.
Following breakfast, you'll proceed with the Badrinath local sightseeing tour, which includes visits to Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple. These sites are of great historical and cultural significance and provide a unique insight into the traditions and beliefs of the region.
In the afternoon, you'll drive back to Rudraprayag via Karanprayag, a picturesque town situated on the holy confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. On arrival in Rudraprayag, you'll check into your hotel and have the rest of the day free to explore the town at your own pace.
In the evening, you'll enjoy a delicious dinner and a comfortable overnight stay, surrounded by the peaceful ambiance of Rudraprayag.
Day 06
GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH - GUPTKASHI (30kms by road
GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH - GUPTKASHI (30kms by road & 20 kms Trek)
On this day, you'll start your morning with a hearty breakfast before embarking on a scenic drive downhill to Rishikesh, a spiritual city that is also known as the yoga capital of the world. Once you arrive in Rishikesh, you'll begin your sightseeing tour by visiting two of its most famous landmarks - Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula.
Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula are two suspension bridges that are situated over the river Ganges, and are named after the Hindu deities Ram and Laxman. They are both popular tourist attractions that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape and provide a serene atmosphere for meditation and introspection.
After enjoying the sightseeing tour, you'll drive to Haridwar in the evening, and will be dropped off at the Haridwar Railway Station. This will mark the end of your unforgettable Holiest Himalayan Pilgrimage Tour, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime.
