Pilgrimage Trip to Kedarnath, Tungnath and Chandrashila

Trip Date : 27th May - 31st May Pickup and Drop : Rishikesh Group Size : 10 Trip Type : Road trip and trekking Level : Intermediate

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1 - Drive from Rishikesh to Sitapur/Gaurikund

Pickup Time : 06 AM Approx Distance : 200 Kms Travelling time : 6-8 Hours Overnight stay in Gaurikund/Sitapur. Dinner will be provided.

Day 2 - Trek to Kedarnath Temple

Trekking Distance : 18 Kms Trekking Time : 8-10 Hours Level : Intermediate

We will start our trek from Gaurikund in the early morning so that we can enjoy the views and trek. Kedarnath Mandir (Kedarnath Temple) is a Hindu temple (shrine) dedicated to Shiva. Located on the Garhwal Himalayan range near the Mandakini river. We will start our trek early morning at 06 AM and by evening we will reach Kedarnath Temple. There will be many shops on the way to have food. We will stay near the Kedarnath Temple. Breakfast and Dinner will be provided.

Day 3 - Trek down to Gaurikund and Stay in Sitapur/Gaurikund

Trekking Distance : 18 Kms Trekking Time : 5-6 Hours Level : Intermediate

Early morning we will start our trek down to Gaurikund. In the evening We will visit Triguninarayan Temple where marriage of Shiva and Parvati happened. Breakfast and Dinner will be provided.

Day 4 : Drive to Chopta and trek to Tungnath

Trekking Distance : 3.5 kms Level : Easy

After breakfast We will start our journey towards Chopta. After reaching Chopta We will start our trek towards Tungnath. Tungnath peacefully adorned on the Chandranath Parvat is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the highest Panch Kedar temple of Uttarakhand. It is the third (Tritiya Kedar) in the pecking order of the Panch Kedars. Tungnath is perched at an elevation of 3, 680 metres above sea level and is considered to be more than 1,000 years old. It will be a 3.5 kms trek. We will reach Tungnath by evening and enjoy the sunset. Breakfast and Dinner will be provided.

Day 5 - Sunrise trek to Chandrashila and drive back to Rishikesh

Travelling Distance - 220 kms Travelling time : 8-10 Hours Trekking Distance : 6 kms

At 04 AM We will leave for Sunrise trek to Chandrashila. Chandrashila is summit of the Tungnath. It literally means "Moon Rock". It is located at a height of about 4,000 metres above sea level. This peak provides views of the Himalayas, including Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peaks. The trek would be around 1.5 Kms long.

After enjoying the Sunrise, We will trek down to Chopta and after breakfast, we will start our journey back to Rishikesh. On the way We will try to visit Vashisht Cave if time permits.

Stay :

• The stay will be provided in a traditional homestay or GMVN Dormitory which is run by Uttarakhand Government. Triple/Quadruple sharing will be done on the basis of Male/Female count. This is a budget trip and focus is more towards experiencing local culture and promoting tourism in the village.

Meal :

• Vegetarian indian meal will be provided. Only Breakfast and Dinner will be provided as mentioned in day wise itinerary. Participants have to take care of their own lunch.

Things to Carry:

-- Trekking shoes of good quality -- Towel and toilet paper -- Winter thermals and winter socks -- Winter Jacket -- Cap/Hat to protect yourself from Sun -- Sunscreen to protect yourself from high ultraviolet rays -- Raincoat/Umbrella incase if it rains -- Your Aadhar Card / Passport -- Carry a small bagpack Backpack while trekking up to kedarnath and Tungnath.

Inclusions:

-- 4 Nights stay in traditional homestay or GMVN Dormitory -- Dinner and Breakfast as mentioned in the itinerary -- Trip Leader -- All the required permits -- First aid medical kit.

Exclusions:

-- Any personal expenses during the travel -- Forest entry ticket

Package Cost for 4 Nights / 5 Days : 12,500 INR

-- Book your slot now by paying registration amount of INR 3000 -- Early Bird discount of INR 600 is applicable if you book your seat before 31st March -- Group discount of INR 600 each is applicable if atleast 2 people book together

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