6-Day Spiritual Journey: Kedarnath and Badrinath from Delhi
Day 1: Delhi to Guptkashi
- Morning: Depart from Delhi early in the morning (around 6:00 AM) by train or bus to Haridwar/Rishikesh. Have breakfast on the way.
- Afternoon: Arrive in Haridwar or Rishikesh by midday. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
- Evening: Continue the journey from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Guptkashi (about 8-10 hours by road). Check in at your hotel or resort in Guptkashi (e.g., Hills Inn Resort). Dinner at the hotel and relax for the evening.
Day 2: Guptkashi to Kedarnath
- Morning: Early breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Gaurikund (about 30 minutes by road), the starting point of the trek to Kedarnath. Take a helicopter ride (if booked in advance) or begin the trek (approx. 16 km, 4-6 hours).
- Afternoon: Arrive in Kedarnath, check in at your accommodation (guesthouse or lodge). Freshen up and have lunch.
- Evening: Visit Kedarnath Temple, attend the evening aarti (prayer ceremony). Explore the local area and enjoy the scenic views. Dinner at your accommodation.
Day 3: Explore Kedarnath
- Morning: After breakfast, visit Bhairav Temple, located near Kedarnath. Explore the nearby areas and enjoy trekking or sightseeing.
- Afternoon: Have lunch at your accommodation. Visit the scenic spots around Kedarnath, like Mandakini River and the Kedarnath Glacier viewpoint.
- Evening: Enjoy leisure time; consider participating in local cultural activities. Dinner at your accommodation.
Day 4: Kedarnath to Guptkashi
- Morning: Early breakfast and check out from your accommodation. Begin the trek back to Gaurikund or take a helicopter back if you prefer. Once in Gaurikund, take a taxi back to Guptkashi (approx. 30 minutes drive).
- Afternoon: Check in at your hotel in Guptkashi (e.g., Hills Inn Resort). Have lunch and relax for a bit.
- Evening: Explore the local attractions, such as the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Manikarnika Kund. Enjoy the serene views and the local culture. Dinner at your accommodation.
Day 5: Guptkashi to Badrinath
- Morning: After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Guptkashi. Depart for Badrinath (approx. 8 hours drive). Enjoy the scenic drive along the banks of the Alaknanda River.
- Afternoon: Check in at your hotel in Badrinath. Have lunch and relax for a bit.
- Evening: Visit Badrinath Temple and attend the evening aarti (prayer ceremony). Explore the local area, including Tapt Kund (hot springs) and Narad Kund. Dinner at your accommodation.
Day 6: Badrinath to Delhi
- Morning: After breakfast, visit the Badrinath Temple for morning prayers. Explore nearby places like Mata Murti Temple and Neelkanth Peak.
- Afternoon: Have lunch in Badrinath. Begin the journey back to Guptkashi (approx. 8 hours drive) and then proceed to Haridwar/Rishikesh.
- Evening: Arrive in Haridwar/Rishikesh, have dinner, and board your train or bus back to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi late evening.
Tips:
- Book accommodations and transportation in advance, especially for the helicopter service to Kedarnath.
- Ensure you have all necessary permits and ID proofs as required for the pilgrimage.
- Pack light but warm clothes, especially for Kedarnath, as temperatures can drop.
- Stay hydrated and acclimatize to the altitude, especially in Kedarnath and Badrinath.