Kedarnath Badrinath Itinerary 5 Days (Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun Pickup)
This 5 days Kedarnath Badrinath itinerary is ideal for pilgrims planning a short Do Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. Pickup can be arranged from Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun depending on your travel plan.
The journey covers two of the most sacred temples of the Char Dham circuit – Kedarnath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Our Char Dham cab service provides experienced mountain drivers and comfortable vehicles to ensure a safe and smooth pilgrimage journey.
Day 1: Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun to Guptkashi
Your journey begins with pickup from Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun. Drive towards Guptkashi via Devprayag and Rudraprayag while enjoying beautiful Himalayan river valleys.
- Drive along Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers
- Scenic Himalayan mountain views
- Arrival in Guptkashi by evening
- Hotel check-in and rest
Night Stay: Guptkashi / Sitapur
Day 2: Guptkashi – Kedarnath Darshan
Early morning drive to Gaurikund, the starting point of the Kedarnath trek.
Kedarnath Trek Details
- Trek distance: approx 16 km one way
- Pony, palki and helicopter services available
- Kedarnath temple darshan
- Visit surrounding temple area
- Return trek to Gaurikund
Drive back to Guptkashi after darshan.
Night Stay: Guptkashi / Sitapur
Day 3: Guptkashi to Badrinath
After breakfast drive towards Badrinath via Chopta or Rudraprayag route.
- Drive through Joshimath
- Beautiful Himalayan landscapes
- Arrival in Badrinath by evening
- Badrinath temple evening darshan (if time permits)
Night Stay: Badrinath
Day 4: Badrinath Darshan – Rudraprayag
- Morning Badrinath temple darshan
- Visit Tapt Kund and Mana Village
- Drive towards Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Enjoy scenic mountain drive through the Alaknanda valley.
Night Stay: Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Day 5: Rudraprayag to Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
After breakfast begin the return journey towards your pickup city.
- Drive via Devprayag route
- Short stops for meals and sightseeing
- Evening arrival in Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
Your Do Dham yatra concludes with comfortable drop at your location.
Important Travel Information
- Char Dham registration is required before travel.
- Kedarnath trek starts from Gaurikund.
- Pony, palki and helicopter services are available.
- Carry warm clothes and comfortable trekking shoes.
- Weather conditions in the Himalayas may change quickly.
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