Embark on a spiritually enriching 6-day journey that takes you through some of the most revered sites in the Indian Himalayas. Starting from Haridwar, the pilgrimage begins with a drive to Sitapur, a gateway to the sacred Kedarnath. The journey to Kedarnath, one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, includes a scenic trek through majestic mountain landscapes. After immersing in the divine atmosphere of Kedarnath, the journey continues to Chopta, where the trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, offers breathtaking views and spiritual solace.
From the tranquil surroundings of Tungnath, travel to Badrinath, a key site of the Char Dham pilgrimage. Here, you will visit the Badrinath Temple and explore the nearby Mana Village, the last Indian village before the Tibetan border. The journey concludes with a scenic drive back to Haridwar, allowing you to reflect on the profound experiences and the natural beauty encountered along the way. This itinerary is a perfect blend of spirituality, adventure, and the serene beauty of the Himalayas.
Your Badrinath Kedarnath tour package begins in Haridwar. Arrive at the Haridwar Railway Station and meet our representative, who'll assist you with a drive to Sitapur. Upon reaching, check-in at a pre-booked hotel and settle down. In the evening, seek blessings at the Ardhnarishwar Temple. Then, get back to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Early in the morning, depart from the hotel and head towards Sonprayag. Upon arriving, complete the medical test before starting the Trek. The trek from Sonprayag to Kedarnath is 19 km long, and Pony or Palki can cover it on a direct payment basis. The guests are advised to carry medicines, toiletries, warm woolens, and clothes for the overnight stay at Kedarnath. Pilgrims have the option to book Puja at Temple online or from a counter situated at Temple. Various Pujas are available like Rudrabhishek Puja, Panchopachaar Puja, Shiv Ashtotari Path, Shiv Namawali etc. Overnight stay will be arranged at Basic Guesthouse which is at walking distance from Kedarnath Temple.
On the third day of your Badrinath Kedarnath tour, get up early, take a bath, and head to the Kedarnath shrine at around 4:45 a.m. Have a Darshan of Lord Shiva, attend the 'Abhishekam', offer sincere prayers in the shrine, and receive Lord Shiva's blessings. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity, etc. Now, you will be back at the Guesthouse and collect your luggage to start the trek down to Sonprayag. From there, our driver will meet you and escort you to your hotel in Sitapur for an overnight stay.
Drive to Chopta, known for its picturesque landscapes. Trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, and then return to Chopta. Drive to Selang or Pipalkoti for an overnight stay.
On the fifth day of your Divine Do Dham Yatra, you visit the Badrinath shrine. After bathing in the Taptkund early in the morning, you make your way to Darshan at the Badrinath Dham. Also known as Badri Vishal, this shrine is one of the five forms of Lord Vishnu. There are other interesting sightseeing spots just within the 3 km of Badrinath shrine, like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Now, drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath, where you can visit the Narsingh Temple on the way. Later, drive back to Joshimath. for an overnight stay at Joshimath.
Post Breakfast, you will check out from the hotel and start with the drive to Rishikesh. On the way, visit Dharidevi Temple, known as the protector of Char Dhams. After the temple visit, drive to Devprayag and visit the confluence of Mandakini & Alakhnanda Rivers "that form the Holy River Ganga" and Raghunath temple. This is one of the 108 divyadesams temple.
Further, continue with a drive to Rishikesh, a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga surrounded by the Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. Here, visit the significant attractions such as Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, and Shivananda Ashram (subject to time permission). Later, get a transfer to Rishikesh Railway Station / Dehradun Airport for your onward journey.
The main god worshiped at Badrinath temple is Lord Vishnu. The Badarinarayana Temple is located 323 km away from Dehradun, Uttarakhand. This temple is among the 108 Divya Desams that are in dedication to Lord Vishnu.
Kedarnath Dham holds its special status because of several reasons. The temple being dedicated to Lord Shiva (The Destroyer) is amongst the most common reasons. Other reasons include Kedarnath Dham being part of the Char Dham Yatra within Uttarakhand i.e., the Chota Char Dham Yatra. Pandavas (the five brothers from the Mahabharata epic) having taken part in building this temple, is also the reason for its widespread popularity.
No. Badrinath is not one of the 12 Jyortilingas worshiped by Hindus. It's the shrine for Lord Vishnu, whereas Kedarnath Dham is the 11th Jyotirlinga among the 12 that are present in India.
Yes. Kedarnath temple has a plethora of overnight stay facilities. These include GMVN guesthouses, private Dharamshala, etc. Pilgrims can conveniently lodge and enjoy their visit.
Kedarnath is at a higher altitude when compared to Badrinath. Badrinath is at an altitude of 10,827 ft (3,300 m) while Kedarnath is at an altitude of 11,755 ft (3,583 m).
Kedarnath and Badrinath are 218 km apart from one another. This is the distance by road, if we look at the aerial distance, it condenses to 41 km.
Kedarnath Dham is at an altitude of 3,583 m (11,755 ft). This sort of altitude is where you might experience a shortage of oxygen. It will also vary from person to person, not everyone will be affected by the altitude gain.
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