EK Dham Yatra to Kedarnath is a popular and significant pilgrimage in the Himalayas. This journey, which can be undertaken from May to June or September to October for favorable weather, combines seeking blessings at the Kedarnath (Lord Shiva’s Jyotirlinga).
| Tour Highlights | |
|---|---|
| Guptkashi | Ardha Narishwar temple in Guptkashi |
| Kedarnath | Kedarnath Temple, Shri Bhairavnath Temple, Adi Shankaracharya Ji Samadhi, and Bhimshila |
Detailed Itinerary
Today morning meet and received by driver, all will board the assigned vehicle and thereafter we proceed with our drive to Guptkashi. Enjoy the beautiful mountain driver towards our destination. Our drive will pass through some important destinations such as Devpryag, where you can witness the confluence of river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, and from here onwards it becomes Ma Ganga. Driving further we pass through the big town of Srinagar which is famous for Kamleshwar Temple as lord Ram formed a Shivling with kamal (Lotus flower). We further drive passing through Ma Dhari Devi Temple and reaching Rudrapryag District famous for its confluence of River Alaknanda and River Mandakani. We continue our drive to Guptkashi, a comparatively big town located on an elevation of 1,319m situated in the Garhwal Himalayas in Rudraprayag district located in Uttarakhand, India. It is famous for its long-standing Vishwanath temple dedicated in honor of the Hindu god Shiva and is similar to that in Varanasi. On reaching Guptkashi we check into our booked accommodation followed by dinner.
Overnight stay at hotel
Today we might start early in the morning to beat the crowd, on some days we might start as early as 2-3 am. From Guptkashi Trekup India vehicle will drop you to the Sonprayag parking area from where on your own you need to board a local taxi from Sonprayag to Gaurikund in a local Union jeep which is at Rs. 60-80 Per Person (direct payment). From Gaurikund we commence on a long tiring trek of 14-16 Kms to Kedarnath Temple. In case you are not in a position to hike (you have an option to book Doli, Palki, Horses at additional cost directly payable). On reaching Kedarnath meet a PML Holidays representative, who will assist you to your booked accommodation. If you are well in time, have an opportunity to witness the evening Aarti Ceremony at the Temple.
Kedarnath Temple is the most sought-after shrine of the Hindu God Lord Shiva. The current Kedarnath Mandir was constructed in the eighth century A.D. by Adi Shankaracharya and is situated on the site of a temple that was earlier constructed in the time of the Pandavas. Adi Shankaracharya restored and built the beauty of the Kedarnath Temple as one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It is believed that the Kedarnath Temple is dated more than 1200 years ago.
Overnight stay at hotel
This morning, you will observe the Aarti ceremony at Kedarnath Temple and trek back to Gaurikund, from where you will have to take a local taxi to Sonprayag (make sure to reach Sonprayag latest by 1300 hours). From Sonprayag we board our vehicles and proceed our drive to Guptkashi for an overnight stay.
Overnight stay at hotel
Today, after breakfast at our accommodation we straight drive to Rishikesh. We will be reaching Rishikesh in the evening hours, hence make your onwards reservation accordingly.
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