Rahagir
Kedarnath Temple with snow peaks behind

Itineraries

3 days in Kedarnath

Trek up from Gaurikund, spend a day at the temple and nearby sights, then walk down and stop at Guptkashi.

Day 1

  • Take the early shared jeep from Sonprayag to Gaurikund.
  • See the Parvati temple and hot springs at Gaurikund.
  • Trek 16 km to Kedarnath, resting at the stops on the way.
  • Check in near the temple and rest to adjust to the altitude.

Day 2

  • Go for early morning darshan at Kedarnath Temple.
  • Visit the Shankaracharya Samadhi behind the temple.
  • Walk up to Bhairavnath Temple for the valley view.
  • If fit and the weather is clear, walk to Gandhi Sarovar (Chorabari Tal).

Day 3

  • Start the trek down to Gaurikund early; it takes about 4 to 5 hours.
  • Take the shared jeep back to Sonprayag.
  • Drive on to Guptkashi and visit the Vishwanath temple.
  • Stay the night at Guptkashi or continue towards Haridwar.

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