Overview
The 2 Dham Yatra covering Kedarnath followed by Badrinath is one of the most spiritually powerful pilgrimages in Uttarakhand. This journey combines devotion, Himalayan landscapes, sacred rivers, and high-altitude temple visits in a structured and comfortable manner. Kedarnath, dedicated to Lord Shiva and situated at an altitude of approximately 11,755 ft, requires a scenic trek through the Mandakini valley. Badrinath, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is accessible by road and lies along the banks of the Alaknanda River. This itinerary is designed to ensure proper acclimatization, manageable travel days, and smooth darshan experience, making it ideal for spiritual seekers and first-time pilgrims alike.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi to Haridwar
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey to Haridwar
Day 1
Haridwar to Guptkashi / Sitapur
- Early morning arrival at Haridwar
- Scenic drive via Devprayag and Rudraprayag
- Arrival at Guptkashi / Sitapur by evening
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Guptkashi to Gaurikund & Kedarnath
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive to Gaurikund
- Begin trek to Kedarnath Temple
- Arrival at Kedarnath by afternoon or evening
- Evening darshan at Kedarnath Temple
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3
Kedarnath to Gaurikund & Guptkashi
- Early morning temple darshan
- Breakfast
- Trek down to Gaurikund
- Drive back to Guptkashi
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4
Guptkashi to Badrinath
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive towards Badrinath via Joshimath
- Arrival at Badrinath by afternoon
- Evening darshan at Badrinath Temple
- Visit Tapt Kund
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 5
Badrinath to Mana & Rudraprayag
- Early morning breakfast
- Visit Mana Village (Last Indian Village)
- Explore Bhim Pul and Vyas Gufa
- Drive to Rudraprayag
- Dinner and overnight stay
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 6
Rudraprayag to Haridwar & Return to Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive back to Haridwar
- Lunch en route
- Begin overnight return journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi early morning (tentative)
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Darshan of Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas
Scenic Himalayan trek to Kedarnath
Visit Badrinath Temple on the banks of Alaknanda River
Holy confluences of Devprayag and Rudraprayag
Visit Mana Village, the last Indian village
Balanced itinerary with proper rest and travel flow
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi