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13Panch Kedar with Do-Dham
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The Panch Kedar Yatra is a revered pilgrimage in Uttarakhand, India, where devotees visit five sacred temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. These temples, located in the Garhwal Himalayas, are Kedarnath, Madhyamaheshwar, Tungnath, Rudranath, and Kalpeshwar. Each temple holds its own historical and spiritual significance, and completing the yatra is considered a path to spiritual liberation and blessings from Lord Shiva.
The journey begins at Kedarnath, the most famous and revered of the five temples, situated at an altitude of 3,583 meters. Kedarnath is part of the Char Dham circuit and attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. After visiting Kedarnath, the next destination is Madhyamaheshwar, located at a height of 3,490 meters. This temple is believed to house the middle portion of Lord Shiva's body, which is said to have appeared here during the Pandavas' quest for Lord Shiva.
From Madhyamaheshwar, the yatra proceeds to Tungnath, which stands at an altitude of 3,680 meters, making it the highest of the Panch Kedar temples. Tungnath is said to be the site where Lord Rama worshipped Lord Shiva. After Tungnath, pilgrims head to Rudranath, situated at a height of 2,100 meters. Rudranath is associated with the face of Lord Shiva, and devotees believe it holds great spiritual importance. The final stop in the yatra is Kalpeshwar, located at 2,200 meters. This temple is where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of his matted hair, making it a unique and sacred site.
The Panch Kedar Yatra is a physically demanding pilgrimage, requiring trekkers to navigate challenging mountain paths. However, it offers immense spiritual rewards, as devotees experience the divine presence of Lord Shiva and the breathtaking beauty of the Himalayas.
Quick Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Delhi,
Delhi to Haridwar (2nd tier AC Train)
- Day 2: Haridwar to Rishikesh
to Guptkashi/Sitapur
- Day 3: Guptkashi/Sitapur to
Gaurikund & trek to Kedarnath
- Day 4: Descend from Kedarnath
to Gaurikund & drive to Ransi
- Day 5: Ransi to Bantoli trek
- Day 6: Bantoli to
Madhmaheshwar trek
- Day 7: Madhmaheshwar to Ransi
& drive to Saari
- Day 8: Rest day at Saari or
buffer day
- Day 9: Saari to Chopta &
trek to Tungnath-Chandrashila & back to Chopta
- Day 10: Chopta to Sagar to
Lyuti Bugyal trek
- Day 11: Lyuti Bugyal to
Rudranath temple & back to Lyuti Bugyal
- Day 12: Lyuti Bugyal to Sagar
trek & drive to Pipalkoti
- Day 13: Pipalkoti to
Kalpeshwar & Badrinath Temple darshan, return to Pipalkoti
- Day 14: Pipalkoti to Rishikesh, rest day
- Day 15: Early morning departure to Delhi from Rishikesh (2nd Tier AC Train or Cab)
Inclusions & Exclusions
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Delhi, Delhi to Haridwar
- Evening: Arrive in Delhi. Upon
arrival, train to Haridwar (2nd Tier, approximately 6
hours) from Hazrat Nizamuddin station at 11:30 PM
Day 2: Haridwar to Rishikesh to Guptkashi/Sitapur
- Morning: 4:30AM Arrival, Visit
Ganga Aarti in Haridwar. After breakfast, drive from Haridwar to Rishikesh
(1 hour). Continue your drive from Rishikesh to Guptkashi.
(approximately 7-8 hours).
- Evening: Arrive and rest at
Guptkashi.
- Overnight: Stay in Guptkashi.
Day 3: Guptkashi/Sitapur to Gaurikund & Trek to Kedarnath
- Morning: Drive from Guptkashi
to Gaurikund at 2:30AM (around 30 minutes).
- Trek: Begin your 16 km trek
from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (6-8 hours).
- Evening: Arrive in Kedarnath
and visit the Kedarnath Temple for evening aarti.
- Overnight: Stay in Kedarnath.
Day 4: Descend from Kedarnath to Gaurikund & Drive to Ransi
- Morning: After visiting the
Kedarnath Temple & Bhairavnath temple, descend back from Kedarnath to
Gaurikund by 9:30AM
- Afternoon: 4:00PM, Visit
Triyuginarayan temple & Drive from Gaurikund to Ransi (about 5
hours).
- Overnight: Stay in Ransi.
Day 5: Ransi to Bantoli Trek
- Morning: 8:30AM, Start your
trek from Ransi to Bantoli (6-7 hours). This is a scenic trek
through forests and hilly terrain.
- Evening: Arrive in Bantoli and
rest.
- Overnight: Tent Stay in Bantoli.
Day 6: Trek from Bantoli to Madhmaheshwar
- Morning: Trek from Bantoli to Madhmaheshwar
(5-6 hours).
- Afternoon: Arrive at
Madhmaheshwar, visit the Madhmaheshwar Temple, and relax.
- Overnight: Tent Stay in
Madhmaheshwar.
Day 7: Trek from Madhmaheshwar to Ransi & Drive to Saari
- Morning: Trek back from
Madhmaheshwar to Ransi (8 hours).
- Afternoon: Drive from Ransi to Saari
(about 2 hours).
- Overnight: Stay in Saari.
Day 8: Rest Day at Saari or Buffer day
Day 9: Saari to Chopta & Trek to Tungnath-Chandrashila & Back to
Chopta
- Morning: Early morning drive
from Saari to Chopta (about 2 hours).
- Trek: Trek from Chopta to Tungnath
and further to Chandrashila Peak (5-6 hours for round trip). Enjoy
panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks.
- Afternoon: Return to Chopta.
- Evening: Relax and enjoy the
scenic beauty and overnight stay in Chopta.
Day 10: Drive from Chopta to Sagar to Lyuti Bugyal Trek
- Morning: Drive from Chopta to Sagar
(approximately 2 hours).
- Trek: Begin your trek to Lyuti
Bugyal (6-7 hours).
- Evening: Arrive at Lyuti Bugyal
and rest in tent stays.
Day 11: Lyuti Bugyal to Rudranath Temple & Back to Lyuti Bugyal
- Morning: Trek from Lyuti Bugyal
to Rudranath Temple (4-5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the Rudranath
Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Evening: Return to Lyuti
Bugyal.
Day 12: Lyuti Bugyal to Sagar Trek & Drive to Pipalkoti
- Morning: Trek back from Lyuti
Bugyal to Sagar (6-7 hours).
- Afternoon: Drive from Sagar to Pipalkoti
(2-3 hours).
- Evening: Arrive in Pipalkoti
and rest.
Day 13: Pipalkoti to Kalpeshwar & Badrinath Temple Darshan &
Drive Back to Pipalkoti
- Morning: Drive from Pipalkoti
to Kalpeshwar (about 2-3 hours). Visit the Kalpeshwar Temple,
Last of the Panch Kedar temples marking completion of your Panch Kedar
Yatra.
- Afternoon: Proceed to Badrinath
(about 2-3 hours) and visit the Badrinath Temple for darshan
completing your Do-Dham yatra. Visit Mana village (If time permits)
- Evening: Drive back to
Pipalkoti.
Day 14: Pipalkoti to Rishikesh, Rest
- Morning: Drive from Pipalkoti
to Rishikesh (approximately 7-8 hours). Visit Prayag’s on the way.
- Afternoon/Evening: Arrive in Rishikesh
and Visit Parmath-Niketan for Ganga aarti, rest after the long journey.
- Overnight: Stay in Rishikesh.
Day 15: Early Morning Departure to Delhi from Rishikesh
- Morning: Explore temples in
Rishikesh. Visit Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula. Depart from Rishikesh to Delhi
(5-6 hours by road) for your flight or train back home.
- Evening: Arrive in Delhi and
conclude your Panch Kedar & Do-Dham Yatra.
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