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The Essence of Kedarnath

The Upanishads describe Lord Shiva, also known as Kedar, as the embodiment of the universe, with the sky as his head, sun and moon as his eyes, and the wind as his breath. This divine being is the essence of our itinerary, set amidst the breathtaking mountainscape of the Garhwal Himalayas.

 

Kedarnath Temple

Located at the head of the Mandakini River, Kedarnath Temple is one of the holiest pilgrimages for devout Hindus. Surrounded by snow-covered mountains and verdant meadows, the temple is a scenic marvel. The lofty Kedar Dome peak towers behind the temple, visible from afar.

 

History and Significance

Kedarnath has been a pilgrimage center since ancient times, with the temple's construction credited to the Pandava brothers from the Mahabharata. The Skanda Purana (7th-8th century) mentions Kedarnath as the place where Lord Shiva released the holy waters of Ganga from his matted hair. Adi Shankaracharya, the 8th-century philosopher, is said to have died near Kedarnath, with ruins marking his resting place.

 

Location and Accessibility

Kedarnath is a town in Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, approximately 86 km from Rudraprayag. The nearest road head is at Gaurikund, 18 km away. 

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🌅 Morning Departure from Haridwar

  • Arrive bright and early in the sacred town of Haridwar

  • Refresh with a hot cup of chai and soak in the peaceful morning vibe


🚗 Scenic Drive & Soulful Sightseeing

  • Embark on a breathtaking journey alongside the majestic River Ganga

  • Witness the divine confluence of Bhagirathi & Alaknanda at Devprayag – the origin of the holy Ganges

  • Stop at Augustmuni for a hearty breakfast and a quick inventory check


🏔️ Mesmerizing Mountain Drive

  • Continue the drive through the mesmerizing valleys of Rudraprayag and Ukhimath

  • Let the panoramic views of the Garhwal Himalayas leave you spellbound


🌄 Evening Arrival in Sonprayag 

  • Reach Sonprayag by evening, nestled amidst the mountains

  • Check-in at your hotel, unwind, and enjoy a warm, delicious dinner

  • Rest up for the adventure that lies ahead

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🌄 Early Morning Departure

  • Begin your day with a hearty breakfast before heading to Gaurikund (local vehicle/shared cabs at own cost)

  • Gaurikund marks the spiritual gateway to the Kedarnath trek


🏞️ Trek to Kedarnath – Your Journey of Faith

Choose how you want to experience the divine path:

  • 🐎 Horse Ride for a scenic, traditional ascent

  • 🪑 Palki (Palanquin) for a comfortable ride carried by porters

  • 🚶‍♂️ Trek the 18 km trail, soaking in breathtaking Himalayan vistas with every step


🛕 Arrival and Check-in

  • Reach the sacred Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, nestled amidst towering snow-capped peaks

  • Check in to your guesthouse, freshen up, and relax after the spiritual climb


🌌 Temple Darshan & Serene Stay

  • Seek blessings during a soul-stirring Darshan at Kedarnath Temple

  • Feel the spiritual energy as you spend the night in this tranquil Himalayan haven


🕉️ Kedarnath Temple – Sacred Highlights

  • 🌟 One of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India

  • 🛕 Believed to be built by the Pandavas, and later revived by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century

  • 🏔️ Stands tall at 3,583 meters (11,755 ft), surrounded by divine natural beauty

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🌤️ Kedarnath Leisure Day – Soulful Serenity in the Himalayas

After the intense spiritual journey, take this day to unwind, reflect, and explore the tranquil charm of Kedarnath.


🛕 1. Morning Aarti at Kedarnath Temple

Start your day with the early morning aarti at the temple—an ethereal experience with chants echoing through the mountains and the crisp morning air adding magic to the moment.


🚶‍♂️ 2. Explore the Temple Surroundings

Wander around the temple complex and feel the divine energy that surrounds you. Observe the intricate architecture and soak in the spiritual vibrations.


🏞️ 3. Short Hike to Bhairav Temple

Just a short uphill trek from Kedarnath, Bhairavnath Temple offers a panoramic view of the Kedarnath valley. It’s believed Lord Bhairav protects the temple during the winter months when it's closed.


📿 4. Meditate by the Mandakini River

Find a quiet spot by the Mandakini River, close your eyes, and let the sound of flowing water calm your mind. Perfect for journaling, self-reflection, or meditation.


🧘‍♀️ 5. Connect with Sadhus and Seekers

Engage in heartfelt conversations with wandering ascetics (sadhus) and pilgrims. Their stories of devotion and wisdom can be truly inspiring.


🛍️ 6. Local Souvenirs & Offerings

Pick up spiritual keepsakes, rudraksha beads, or small prasad boxes from the local shops around the temple as mementos of your journey.


🍲 7. Enjoy a Simple Satvik Meal

Have a peaceful vegetarian meal at a local dhaba—simple, hearty food that nourishes body and soul. Don’t forget to try the warm local tea!


🌌 8. Night View of Kedarnath Temple

As night falls, witness the temple illuminated under a starry sky. It’s a surreal sight that leaves a lasting imprint on your heart.

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🌞 Early Morning: Farewell to Kedarnath

  • Wake up to the crisp mountain air and enjoy a final glimpse of the sacred Kedarnath Temple.

  • Begin your descent from Kedarnath to Gaurikund (18 km), taking in the majestic Himalayan views along the way.

  • Choose your mode of travel:

    • 🐎 Horse ride

    • 🚶 Trek at your own pace

    • 👣 Palki for a peaceful journey


🌊 Midday: Reaching Gaurikund

  • Arrive at Gaurikund, the spiritual town known for its natural hot springs.

  • Take a refreshing break or dip your feet in the warm waters—believed to be purifying and healing.


🚗 Afternoon: Drive to Chopta – The Mini Switzerland of India

  • Board your vehicle from Gaurikund to Chopta (approx. 5–6 hours drive).

  • Soak in the untouched beauty as you pass through winding mountain roads, dense forests, and scenic valleys.


🌲 Evening: Welcome to Chopta

  • Arrive in Chopta, a peaceful hamlet tucked away in the Garhwal Himalayas.

  • Check into your cozy hotel/campsite and breathe in the pure, pine-scented air.

  • Enjoy a hot cup of tea while admiring the snow-capped peaks of Nanda Devi and Trishul in the distance.


🍲 Night: Stargazing 

  • Relish a warm, locally-prepared dinner under a starlit Himalayan sky.

  •  Share stories with fellow travelers, or simply enjoy the silent rhythm of the mountains.


🛏️ Overnight Stay in Chopta
Prepare for another exciting day ahead.

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🌄 Early Morning: Tungnath Trek & Journey to Rishikesh

  • Begin your early morning trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world.

  • Optionally continue to Chandrashila for panoramic Himalayan views.

  • Descend back to Chopta and enjoy a hearty breakfast.

  • Proceed by road to Rishikesh (approx. 6–7 hours drive).

  • Check-in at your hotel, relax, and enjoy the peaceful evening by the Ganges.

🛏️ Overnight stay in Rishikesh

 

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🌟 Top Activities in Rishikesh

🌊 Adventure & Thrill

  • River Rafting – Thrilling white-water experience on the Ganges (seasonal)

  • Bungee Jumping – India’s highest bungee at Mohan Chatti

  • Giant Swing & Flying Fox – More adrenaline-pumping experiences

  • Camping by the Ganges – Enjoy bonfires, music, and starry skies

🌉 Sightseeing & Chill

  • Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula – Iconic suspension bridges with scenic views

  • Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia) – Explore the graffiti-filled ashram where The Beatles stayed

  • Cafes with a View – Chill at cafes like Little Buddha or Beatles Café

    Attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat – a truly magical, soul-stirring experienc and Dinner at a local restaurant or café

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🌅 Morning: Spiritual Awakening

  • Start your day with a serene sunrise by the Ganga

  • Visit the iconic Triveni Ghat for a peaceful stroll or a short morning prayer

  • Check-out and proceed for Sightseeings 

🕍 Mid-Morning: Explore the Spiritual Gems

  • Walk across the legendary Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula

  • Visit Parmarth Niketan Ashram, known for its tranquil ambiance and lush gardens

  • Dive into art and history at the Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

🌯 Afternoon: Culture & Cuisine

  • Have lunch at a scenic spot like Little Buddha Café or Freedom Café

  • Browse local handicrafts and spiritual souvenirs at Rishikesh Market

  • Optional: Indulge in a short rafting session or try a peaceful Ganga-side meditation

🌆 Evening: Back to Haridwar

  • Begin your drive to Haridwar by 6:00 PM, enjoying the scenic journey along the Ganges

  • Arrive in Haridwar by evening, carrying the peaceful spirit of Rishikesh with you

Inclusions

Hotel Accommodation:
    - As per package, same or similar hotels/Homestay/Lodge
    - Sharing basis

Meals:
    - 6 Breakfast and 6 Dinner as per package

Transfers and Sightseeing:
    -Traveller  for transfers and sightseeing

Transportation:
    - All toll tax, Parking, Fuel and Driver allowances
    - All applicable Hotel and Transport taxes

Note: The package includes a comfortable stay, nutritious meals, and hassle-free transfers and sightseeing to ensure a memorable experience.

Exclusions

  • Helicopter charges are extra
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the package (Breakfast and Dinner) are not included
  • Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions'
  • All personal expenses, optional tours, and extra meals
  • Medical and travel insurance
  • Entry fees (unless mentioned in the inclusions)
  • Tips, travel insurance, medical insurance, laundry charges, liquors, mineral water, telephone charges
  • All items of personal nature
  • Porter, pony, horse, cable car, boat, train tickets, air tickets charges
  • Note: Please refer to the 'Package Inclusions' section for a comprehensive list of services covered in the package. Any expenses or services not mentioned here will be borne by the traveler.

Things to Carry

Clothing:

- Warm clothing (fleece, jackets, thermals) for cold weather
- Waterproof gear (umbrella, raincoat) for rain
- Comfortable walking shoes/sneakers
- Socks and undergarments
- Warm hat, gloves, and scarf
- Quick-drying pants and shirts
- Dress modestly for temple visits (cover shoulders and knees)

Personal Care:

- Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.)
- Moisturizer and sunscreen
- First-aid kit (with pain relievers, band-aids, antacids, etc.)
- Prescription medications and copies of prescriptions
- Contact lenses/glasses (if applicable)

Travel Documents:

- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar, passport, etc.)
- Chardham Yatra registration documents
- Travel insurance documents (if purchased)
- Hotel vouchers and booking confirmations
- Emergency contact information

Miscellaneous:

- Reusable water bottle
- Power bank and portable charger
- Camera and charger
- Snacks (energy bars, nuts, etc.)
- Water purification tablets/filter (if needed)
- Earplugs and eye mask (for better sleep)
- Trekking pole (if required)
- Basic Hindi phrases and a map of the region

Spiritual Items:

- Puja materials (if performing rituals)
- Offerings for temples (flowers, prasad, etc.)
- Holy books or scriptures (if desired)

Remember to check the weather forecast before your trip and pack accordingly. It's also a good idea to pack layers for changing weather conditions.

Terms and Conditions

There is no deluxe facilities in Kedarnathji due to high altitude. There only serve you bed system.

As per the directive given by the Government of India, all Indian/Foreign Nationals are required to provide proper proof of identification upon check-in. valid identifications documents are: Passport & Visa together, Voters Id card, Current Drivers License, Aadhar Card. All the documents must include a photograph.

Hotel / camps or any kind of accommodation can deny stay if valid id proof is not provided. Company is not responsible for any ID proof related issues.

Generally hotel check in time is 14:00 hrs and checkout time is 11:00 hrs across India. Confirm early check in or late checkout will be chargeable if not included in cost. Kindly contact hotel directly if you want complimentary early check in or late check out.

If meals are included in package it will be served at set menu basis in a buffet menu / fixed / meal credit. Any items which are not in their in ideal Buffet / Fixed menu will be charged extra at the time of consumption. Hotels decide the menu and options of items for menu.

Some hotels having Meal credit policy instead of Buffet or Fixed Menu during low occupancy in hotel – This meal credit amount is decided by hotel management – if bills goes above the given meal credit amount then extra amount should be paid directly at respective hotel.

Room service for the food or packing is charged extra at many hotels. Normally in Chardham you will get north Indian type food only and most of the standard and deluxe hotels give thali if meals are included in package.

Breakfast Timing: 07:00 Am to 09:00 AM And Dinner: 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM (About the timing you can contact hotel management before.)

Normally for extra bed on double sharing rooms many hotels has rollaway bed while rest of the hotels provide extra mattress only. If you are not comfortable with mattress system instead of bed let us know in advance.

In hill areas or Chardham many hotels don’t have ac so if you insist ac only kindly confirm with the company regarding the same. Lift facility & power back up is not available in most of the hotels in Chardham. Wifi facility and room heater is mostly chargeable but don’t expect good wifi in Chardham hotels due to network issues most of the time.

Most of the hotels in Chardham are not running full year so don’t expect similar service and room quality like you get in HaridwarRishikesh in the same price range. Especially in may june and other busy days the budget/standard hotels in Chardham can cost more than deluxe hotel in HaridwarRishikesh or Delhi. Also if you want to stay good hotels with good reviews you need to book at least 3 months before in may June and 1-2 month before in Oct Nov season as good hotels are mostly booked in advance by groups. In Kedarnath there is only basic dharamshala / budget hotel type basic facility only even if your package is luxury in Kedarnath don’t expect even deluxe rooms.                                        

AC will not work in all hill areas or stopped / parked vehicle. Hill areas will start from Dehradun onwards as well from Rishikesh onwards and ac will not work beyond those points.

Vehicle will be permitted to use for sightseeing points on the route and inside the city limits or which is mentioned in itinerary. For additional sightseeing, off route sightseeing, sightseeing not inside the city limits or substitute sightseeing kindly contact company.

Refund is not possible if any particular sightseeing point is not covered. In case you want some excursions kindly inform company in advance or discuss these things with company rather than driver. All nearby sightseeing points should be covered together.

However in case of sometime issues with some particular place we can adjust. In Chardham route some of the places are not on the way like Trijuginarayan, Lakhamandal, Auli, Kalimath, NeelkanthMahadev, AdiBadri, BhavishyaBadri etc. Kindly contact directly to company in case you want to include these places rather than driver.

 

Due to any reason if Vehicle breakdown due to technical reasons we will try our best to arrange another vehicle as soon as possible for the major problems. For minor problems which will not take much time vehicle will be repaired. Kindly cooperate.

We shall not be responsible for any delays & alterations in the program or expenses incurred directly or indirectly due to natural hazards, flight cancellations, accident, breakdown of transport, weather, sickness, landslides, closures/blockades due to political unrest or any such incidents.

In case the driver is not cooperative kindly contact company on the spot.

Driver will not drive on No-entry zones and should not be forced to drive on narrow streets or roads which can create traffic jam. Normal working hours of driver is 12 hrs in case you want services more than 12 hours in a day kindly inform us in advance.

In some hill area roads driving after sunset and music is not allowed due to risk of life. Kindly cooperate for the same.

Pick up and drop point will be one only (If multiple pickups and drop please mentions email conversation before booking)

In case you want multiple visit to the some particular place kindly mention in advance because some places are having very high charges of parking.

Tour destination / route cannot change without prior notice (Amended route and tour Destination rates may be change)

The rates are subject to change, depending on the fluctuation of diesel/Petrol prices in India. If the prices increased more than 5 % than the time of booking we will increase the rate even if the rates are confirmed earlier.

Company reserves the right to give you a similar car if the car you booked is unavailable.

At many of the tourist destination / hill station - some of the road / shopping market / mall road have "NO ENTRY" for all / some bigger tourist vehicles depends on destination along with time restrictions also. In this kind of situation guest have to manage another available mode of transport with an additional cost and on direct payment basis, this cost is not included in ideal package inclusion.

Some time vehicle parking area little far from the sightseeing spots. Guests need to reach the parking at their own cost.

No refund for short stay or unveiled facilities.

No cancellation or any refund will be made if situation is beyond our control, such as bad weather, landslide, climatic conditions or any other natural disaster, fire, any embargo, acts or decisions of government, political or national crisis, road blocks, heavy snow fall, acts of terrorism or other similar causes, strikes or problems at airlines, rails, buses, hotels or transporters, labor unrest, insolvency, business exigencies, operational and technical issues, route and flight cancellations or due to which the customer could not reach the destination and which is beyond our control.

Company is not responsible for any accident/injury/death/theft of person or property during the course of the tour.

All rights reserved to management to cancel any service without any refund until full advance amount towards the service is received from the customer and accepted by company.

Company Here by expressly disclaims any implied warranties imputed by the laws of any jurisdictions or country other than India. Company considers itself and intends to the jurisdictions only of the court of Kotdwara Uttarakhand India.

Cancelation policy

- 10% of the Total Package Cost is Non-Refundable
- Cancellation charges apply as follows:

- 25% of the tour cost if cancelled 45 days or more before departure
- 50% of the tour cost if cancelled between 44-30 days before departure
- 75% of the tour cost if cancelled between 29-15 days before departure
- 100% of the tour cost if cancelled less than 15 days before departure or in case of no-show

Please note that:

- Cancellation charges are applicable on the total tour cost
- No refund for unused services or sightseeing
- Cancellation policy may vary for specific packages or promotions
- TravelMite reserves the right to modify the cancellation policy without prior notice

It's always best to check with TravelMite directly or refer to your booking documents for the most up-to-date and accurate cancellation policy information.

There would be no refund provided in case any issue arising due to government orders, harsh weather conditions, protests, landslides, or any other unforeseen circumstances. Any changes which require additional charges would need to be borne by the guests.

If a trip is cancelled at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, medical, heavy traffic etc.) then the guest would be provided with a travel voucher for the same amount that can be used within 365 days of the issuance date for any package worth the same amount. (Subject to availability). There will be no refund.

If a stay has to be aborted midway due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, heavy, medical, traffic etc.). In that case, no refund would be provided.

Travelmite will not bear any extra expense due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, arranging transportation etc.).

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