Kedarnath Badrinath Tungnath Itinerary from Haridwar
📍 Itinerary Overview:
“In the silence of the Himalayas, where the clouds touch the shrines, the soul finds its path — from Kedarnath to Badrinath, through the heights of Tungnath.”
— A Journey of Faith and Altitude
- Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
- Start/End Point: Haridwar
- Main Temples Covered: Kedarnath, Badrinath, Tungnath
- Trekking Involved: Kedarnath (16–18 km), Tungnath (3.5 km)
🗓️ Day-wise Detailed Itinerary:
✅ Day 1: Haridwar to Guptkashi / Sonprayag (210 km / 8–9 hrs)
Start your journey early and drive through Rishikesh, Devprayag, and Rudraprayag. Night stay at Guptkashi or Sonprayag.
✅ Day 2: Guptkashi to Kedarnath Trek (16–18 km)
Reach Gaurikund early morning and start the trek to Kedarnath. Attend the sacred evening aarti. Stay overnight near the temple.
✅ Day 3: Kedarnath to Sonprayag → Drive to Chopta (70 km)
After morning darshan, trek back to Gaurikund. Drive to Chopta, a scenic hill station often called the “Mini Switzerland” of India.
✅ Day 4: Tungnath Trek & Chandrashila Optional → Drive to Badrinath (150 km)
Trek 3.5 km to Tungnath Temple (highest Shiva temple). Optionally extend to Chandrashila peak for panoramic views. Later, drive to Badrinath for evening darshan.
✅ Day 5: Badrinath to Joshimath → Rudraprayag/Srinagar (165–190 km)
Visit Mana village and nearby spiritual sites in the morning. Begin descent to Rudraprayag or Srinagar for overnight stay.
✅ Day 6: Rudraprayag to Haridwar Drop (160 km / 6–7 hrs)
Return via Rishikesh. You may attend evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat before reaching Haridwar.
🏨 Accommodation Tips:
- Book GMVN or budget hotels in Kedarnath and Badrinath in advance
- Chopta has camps and basic guesthouses
- Guptkashi, Rudraprayag, and Srinagar have decent stay options
📌 Travel Tips:
- Check weather and road conditions before travel
- Carry warm clothes even in summer
- Helicopter booking for Kedarnath is recommended (via IRCTC or govt portals)
🙏 Why This Route?
This itinerary offers a spiritual circuit connecting three highly revered shrines, blending trekking adventure, divine darshan, and breathtaking Himalayan views – all within a manageable 6-day schedule.
