KEDARNATH YATRA EX HARIDWAR

• Arrival in Haridwar: Arrive at Haridwar Railway Station.

• Morning: Begin your journey to Guptkashi, located in the foothills of the Himalayas.

• Drive: Enjoy a scenic drive through winding roads, rivers, and small villages.

• Enroute: Visit Devprayag Sangam, Dhari Devi Temple, Rudraprayag Sangam.

• Evening: Reach Guptkashi and check into the hotel for the night.

• Overnight stay: Guptkashi.

• Early Morning: After breakfast, drive to Sonprayag (approx. 30 km).

• Shared Jeep Ride: From Sonprayag, take a shared jeep to Gaurikund (approx. 5 km).

o Trek to Kedarnath: Begin your 16 km trek to Kedarnath. The trek can take 6-7 hours,

o On reaching Kedarnath, check-in to your accommodation.

o Visit the Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and offer your prayers.

• Overnight stay: Kedarnath.

• Morning: After visiting the Kedarnath Temple for morning prayers, begin your return trek to Gaurikund.

• Drive: From Gaurikund, take a jeep back to Sonprayag and then drive to Guptkashi.

• Evening: Relax and unwind after the long journey.

• Overnight stay: Guptkashi.

• Morning: After breakfast, drive to Haridwar.

• Departure: End of your Kedarnath and Badrinath Yatra, and you can proceed to your onward destination from Haridwar.

• The trek to Kedarnath (16 km one way) requires good physical fitness, and it's advisable to carry adequate clothing, water, and trekking gear.

• The weather in these regions can change abruptly, so it's essential to carry warm clothing even in the summer months.

• Pre-book your accommodations, especially in Kedarnath and Badrinath, as these places can get crowded during peak pilgrimage season.