Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Destination: Haridwar / Uttarkashi / Gangotri / Guptkashi / Kedarnath / Rudraprayag / Haridwar
Here's a suggested itinerary for a 6-day Gangotri Kedarnath Yatra by road, starting from Haridwar:
Day 1: Haridwar to Uttarkashi
Depart from Haridwar in the morning and drive to Uttarkashi.
En route, stop at picturesque locations for sightseeing and photography.
Visit the Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi upon arrival.
Check into your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 2: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and Uttarkashi
After breakfast, drive to Gangotri, the origin of the River Ganges.
Visit the sacred Gangotri Temple and take a dip in the holy waters of the Bhagirathi River.
Later, drive back to Uttarkashi.
Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 3: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
After an early breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive to Guptkashi.
En route, enjoy scenic views of the Himalayas and stop for lunch at Srinagar.
Visit the Ardhanarishvara Temple in Guptkashi upon arrival.
Check into your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
Day 4: Guptkashi to Kedarnath and Guptkashi
Early morning, drive to Sonprayag, the base for the Kedarnath trek.
Trek or take a helicopter to Kedarnath Temple.
After darshan (worship), return to Guptkashi.
Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
<>bDay 5: Guptkashi to Rudraprayag
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Guptkashi and drive to Rudraprayag.
En route, visit the Triyuginarayan Temple and the confluence of Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers.
Check into your hotel and relax.
Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Day 6: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and drive back to Haridwar.
En route, visit Devprayag, the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers.
Drop-off at your desired location in Haridwar, marking the end of your tour.
This itinerary provides a comprehensive Gangotri Kedarnath Yatra experience in 6 days, starting and ending in Haridwar. You can customize the itinerary according to your preferences and the time available. Additionally, ensure to check the weather conditions and any travel advisories before planning your trip.