Overview

    Kedarnath is one of the Char Dham Hindu pilgrim centers which is located at a distance of 223 km from Rishikesh in Uttarakhand and has gained importance because of Kedarnath Temple.

    Kedarnath Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. Located on the Garhwal Himalayan range near the Mandakini river.Due to extreme weather conditions, the temple is open to the general public only between the months of April ( Akshaya Tritiya) and November (Kartik Purnima the autumn full moon). Temple is closed during the winter months due to heavy snow.

The town suffered extensive destruction during June 2013 from flash floods caused by torrential rains in Uttarakhand state.

The complete trek of Kedarnath is of around 14 - 16 kilometers which starts from Gaurikund to Kedarnath.

Phata/Sonprayag to Kedarnath Helicoptor and Horse services rate at additional cost.

  • Advance Helicopter Bookings Cost : ₹ 2480/- One Way & ₹ 4940/- Both Way
  • Tatkal Helicopter Bookings Cost : ₹ 3000/- to ₹ 4500/- One Way (Very Rare chances to get at Tatkal)
  • One way Horse/Porter : 1200/- per person
  • Tatkal Horse/Porter : 1600-1800/- Person (Very Rare chances to get at Tatkal immediately, you have to wait at least for 2/3 hrs minimum.)
  • Several rules changed onward this year, so if your opt any helicopter/porter service, request to consult us prior.
5 Nights 6 Days Available on request
Short Itinerary

Day 0 : Mumbai/Pune - Delhi

Day 1 : Delhi - Haridwar

Day 2: Haridwar - Sitapur/Guptkashi(Drive for 6 hrs 228 km)

Day 3 : Sitapur/Guptkashi - Sonprayag - GauriKund - Kedarnath(6 Km Drive & 16 Km Trek)

Day 4 : Kedarnath - Sitapur/GauriKund(16km Trek & 6km Drive)

Day 5 : Rishikesh Rafting & Rishikesh Local Sightseeing

Day 6 : Rishikesh - Delhi

    Highlights
    • Haridwar
    • Kedarnath Temple
    • Gaurikund
    • Guptkashi
    • Devprayag
    • Sonprayag 
    • Rudraprayag
    • Rishikesh
    • White Water River Rafting

     

    Inclusions/Exclusions

    What is included in the tour

    • All transport Services as per the sightseeing itinerary by Non A/C Vehicle Xylo/Innova/Tempo Traveler from Haridwar
    • Accommodation at Sitapur, Kedarnath, and Rishikesh  (i.e Guest House / Camps/ Deluxe Tent on 3/4/5 Sharing basis)
    • Meals as per the itinerary Breakfast & Dinner( From Day 2 Dinner to Day 6)
    • Guided Local Sightseeing.
    • All taxes, fuels, toll, parking’s & driver allowances.
    • Local Permits and Wildlife Fees
    • First-Aid Availability.
    • (Note : Lunch will be en-route which will be on participants cost.)

    What is NOT included in the tour

    • Air/Train/Bus fare to reach.
    • Travel till Haridwar and Back
    • Camera and Personal entry fees of monuments. 
    • Personal Expenses.
    • Trekking equipment.
    •  Any joy ride / Laundry Services & tips
    • Porter Charges.
    • Meals apart from the included in itinerary(Lunch)
    • Lunch/Breakfast/Dinner Expenses while on travel from Mumbai/Pune to Delhi further Haridwar and back
    • Private orders of Tea, Breakfast, Meals etc.
    • Any unforeseen fees/costs due to natural causes.
    • Insurance Coverage.
    • Any other charges not mentioned in “Fees Include".
    Itinerary

    Day 0 : (Fri 10 June 22) Mumbai / Pune - Delhi

    • Mumbai / Pune participant start their journey toward Delhi via mail- express.
    • State Advisory for travel to Delhi/Uttarakhand: All incoming passengers must carry a valid vaccination certificate (two doses) or a COVID-19 RT-PCR negative report conducted within 72 hours of arrival.

    Day 1 : (Sat 11 June 22) Delhi - Haridwar

    • Reach Delhi afternoon explore local market and head to Kashmiri gate.Have light dinner near-by.
    • Travel to Haridwar byAC bus.
    • The distance from Delhi to Haridwar is approximately 212 km which takes around 5 - 6 hrs.
    • Overnight journey to Haridwar.

    Day 2: (Sun 12 June 22) Haridwar - Sitapur / Guptkashi (Drive for 6 hrs 228 km)

    • Reach Haridwar in morning and have Breakfast.
    • Post breakfast travel to Sitapur/Guptkashi
    • In-route visit to DevPrayag and RudraPrayag.
    • Further covering the Byasi, Srinagar (Uttarakhand) and Agastmuni hill stations on the way.
    • Reach Sitapur in evening.
    • Check in into the hotel and enjoy the evening.
    • Overnight Stay at Sitapur
    • Meals : Dinner
    • Exclude: Breakfast and Lunch.

    Day 3 : (Mon 13 June 22) Sitapur / Guptkashi - Sonprayag - GauriKund - Kedarnath (6 Km Drive & 16 Km Trek)

      • Early morning wake up call at 05:00am.Get freshen-up and Have Breakfast
      • Post breakfast get ready & check-out from the hotel and around 06:15 am proceed towards Sonprayag  where all trekkers/tourist/pilgrims need to register at bio-metric registration desk.Phone number of emergency contact, blood group and ID card like Pan card, Aadhar card, Driving license or Passport required for NRI.
      • After registration process,local vehicle will drop us at GauriKund from where actual trek/hike starts.
      • Trek starts from Gaurikund to Kedarnath(16 km Trekking from Gaurikund)
      • (You will also have other options like Dolly/Ponny/Horse if you wish to skip trekking at extra cost. It will increase your journey by 2+ hours.& 2nd option is Helicopter) 
      • en route we will have our quick lunch. It will take utmost 6/7 hrs to reach Kedarnath Temple.
      • Check in to Dormitory stay where only our group will allocate structural bedding.
      • Aarati by 06:00 pm and further Sacred leisurely evening spend some time around temple, darshan and photographs.
      • Overnight Stay at Kedarnath
      • Meals : Breakfast & Dinner
      • Exclude: Lunch,Horse/ Ponny /Dolly 
      • ​Note : Horse or pony ride needs to be booked on your own or with us at the time of booking.

      Day 4 : (Tue 14 June 22) Kedarnath - Sitapur / GauriKund(16km Trek & 6km Drive)

      • Wake up Early Morning at 04:00 am for Kakad Aarati if anyone wish to join and explore.
      • Have a Breakfast and get freshen-up.
      • Post breakfast we will visit temple once again for darshan and further proceed 16 km / 7 hrs trek back to GauriKund to Sonprayag.Lunch on the way.
      • Reach back to Sitapur/Sonprayag from where we board into pre-booked vehicle which drop us in night at Rishikesh
      • Overnight stay at Rishikesh.
      • Meals : Breakfast & Dinner
      • Exclude: Lunch, Portal for trek.​

      Day 5 : (Wed 15 June 22) Rishikesh Rafting & Rishikesh Local Sightseeing

      • Wake up call at 07:00 am & have breakfast.Get freshen up for adventures rafting day.
      • Note : River Rafting is an optional and passenger can book this activity at their own
      • Post breakfast around 09:30 am to 12:00 noon visit for most popular & thrilling White Water River Rafting adventure in Rishikesh.Shivpuri to NIM beach is 16 km thrilling descend on the mighty Ganges with over dozen grade I-III rapids,Battering waves & breathtaking drops surrounded by panoramic Himalayan Scenery.
      • Keep extra clothes to change after rafting.
      • Explore Rushikesh neighborhood market, Ram Jhula, and Laxman Jhula and evening divine ganga aarati at triveni ghat evening 6 to 7.
      • Back to camp.Last stay in camp.
      • Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
      • Meals : Breakfast & Dinner
      • Exclude: Lunch, Any other adventure activity.

      Day 6 : (Thu 16 June 22) Rishikesh - Delhi

      • Wakeup call & have breakfast and get freshen up.
      • Explore surrounding dive into banks of ganga. leisure time.
      • Explore local market
      • After lunch Travel to nearest pickup point from where we will proceeds  to Delhi via train or volvo.
      • Meals : Breakfast & Lunch
      • Note : River Rafting is an optional and passenger can book this activity at their own
      Things To Carry
      • Vaccination certificate(soft Copy),Identity Card
      • Valid Identity Card(Compulsory)
      • Adequate Cash ( No ATMs available throughout the Journey)
      • Backpack
      • Hiking pants,Thermals.,Woolen pullover/ Gloves, Raincoat, Jacket,Cap/Hat, socks, Cold cream,Sunscreen lotion
      • UV rays protected sunglasses
      • Trekking equipment like trekking Shoes, trekking pole
      • 1/2 ltr Water bottle
      • Torch with Extra Batteries
      • Some ready to eat food like plum cakes, fruits, dry fruits, chocolates, biscuits,(Compulsory) Glucon-D or Electrolytes etc.
      • Any prescribed personal medicine (e.g.anti-allergic medicines suggested by doctor).
      • *Covid-19 precautions : Carry Mask & small bottle of sanitizer.