Haridwar to Panch Kedar: A 14-Day Spiritual Expedition
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Explore the spiritual heart of India with the Panch Kedar Yatra, embarking on a transformative 14-day journey from Haridwar. This sacred sojourn takes pilgrims through the pristine Himalayan landscapes, unveiling the divine presence of Lord Shiva. Witness the awe-inspiring Panch Kedar temples, each a testament to devotion and ancient spirituality. From Kedarnath’s revered shrine to Rudranath’s serene abode, every destination offers a unique spiritual experience. Immerse yourself in rituals, prayers, and the serene ambiance, rejuvenating mind and soul. This yatra not only connects you with the divine but also unravels the cultural tapestry of India’s spiritual heritage.
Pach Kedar is situated in Uttarakhand, and it includes five temples Kalpeshwar, Kedarnath, Madmaheshwar, Rudranath and Tungnath.
Panch Kedar Temples: Exploring the Divine Sanctuaries of Lord Shiva in the Himalayas
1. Kedarnath Temple Yatra: Kedarnath is located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand in India. It is one of the Char Dhams located in the Himalayas. Kedarnath is situated at an astonishing height of 3600 meters above near Mandakini River.
The Kedarnath temple lies amidst the majestic snow-capped Garhwal Himalayan ranges and thousands of pilgrims visit here every year.
2. Madmaheshwar Temple: Madhmaheshwar is mystically covered by the snow-capped Himalayas on the right side, lush green alpine meadows on the left side and dense forest act as its backdrop.
The shepherd huts, village houses, thousands of years old Madmaheshwar temple and picturesque views complete this town. The temple architecture is a classic north Indian style.
3. Tungnath Temple: 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 Kedar.
4. Rudranath Temple: Rudranath, the highly revered temple of Lord Shiva is peacefully adorned in the Garhwal Himalayas. It is the fourth temple to visit in the circuit of Panch Kedar pilgrimage.
The temple is snuggled inside the rhododendron forests and the alpine meadows. The exhilarating trek to Rudranath temple can be either commenced from Sagar village, Helang or Urgam village.
Rudranath temple is the toughest one to reach in comparison with other temples of Panch Kedar. The Himalayan peaks adding to the glory of Rudranath are Nanda Devi, Trishul and Nanda Ghunti.
5. Kalpeshwar Temple: Kalpeshwar is the last and fifth temple in the list of Panch Kedar pilgrimage circuit and it is the only temple of the sacred Panch Kedar that remains open throughout the year. The matted hairs or Jata or Lord Shiva are worshipped inside this temple.
• Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of matted hairs at Kalpeshwar. There is an old Kalpvriksha tree which is said to be the wish-granting tree in Hindu mythology.
Haridwar’s Panch Kedar Yatra: A 14-Day Spiritual Expedition Through Sacred Sites
Panch Kedar Yatra Itinerary
Day 01: Haridwar > Rudraprayag (162 Km / 5 Hours 30 Mines)
• Welcome to “Panch Kedar Yatra from Haridwar”. You are greeted and assisted on arrival at Haridwar Railway station and proceed to Rudraprayag via Devprayag. Devprayag is the confluence point for rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi making this spot the starting point of River Ganga. Upon your arrival in Rudraprayag, you will be checked into a hotel. After rest for a bit and freshening up you will visit a significant Koteshwar Mahadev Temple. This temple is constructed at the point of confluence of Rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. Your day will finally end with a delicious dinner meal followed by a comfortable overnight stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 02: Rudraprayag > Kedarnath (49 Km / 1 Hour)
• In the morning you will be served a delicious breakfast after which your day to visit one of the Char Dham, Kedarnath, will commence. Your journey towards Kedarnath, one of the holiest and most significant Dhams, will begin after your arrival at Gaurikund. After refreshing yourself at the hot water spring nearby you will proceed on foot, pony or a palki for your trekking journey towards Kedarnath. The overall trek covers a distance of 17km. Upon your arrival at Kedarnath, you will be comfortably checked into your hotel before setting out for darshan of the temple. As this temple is one of the 12 jyotirlingas in India, this makes it extremely important for the Hindu devotee. After Kedarnath darshan you will be taken back to your camp for an overnight stay at Kedarnath Camp.
Day 03: Kedarnath > Guptkashi (23.5 Km / 45 Mins.)
• After having your breakfast, you will check-out and proceed for Kedarnath Temple Darshan again. Proceed towards Gaurikund. Upon your arrival in Gaurikund, proceed for Guptkashi. Here you will be checked into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 04: Guptkashi > Gaudhar (14.3 Km)
• Early in the morning after breakfast, you will be taken for a trek to Gaudhar. Gaudhar is the final and the last track for pedestrians to reach Madhyamaheshwar Temple. Here you will be taken to your campsite where you will camp out and stay for the night before heading to another destination. You will finally be served dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05: Gaudhar > Madhyamaheshwar
• Early morning, you will proceed for Madhyamaheshwar Temple. This Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, and it is located at an elevation of 11,473ft. It is included in the circuit of Panch Kedar Yatra and is considered to be extremely holy and sacred among devout Hindus. After completing your darshan, you will be taken to your campsite for spending a pleasant time by the bonfire and having a wholesome dinner followed by an overnight stay.
Day 06: Madhyamaheshwar > Gaudhar
• Early morning after having breakfast, proceed for Gaudhar. While en route you will be given ample time to explore your picturesque surroundings and explore its beauty. You will finally reach the Gaudhar campsite where you will be served dinner meal followed by an overnight stay.
Day 07: Gaudhar > Ukhimath
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for Jagasu. Upon your arrival in Jagasu, you will be taken to Ukhimath by road which is 16 km away. Ukhimath is a small Hindu pilgrimage destination and at a distance of 41 km from Rudraprayag. This temple holds relevance because of the fact that during the winter season the idols from Kedarnath and Madhyamaheshwar are brought here to be worshipped for the following six months. You will be made to stay at a campsite where you will be served dinner.
Day 08: Ukhimath > Chopta > Tungnath > Chopta > Ukhimath
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for the wonderful countryside of Chopta. Upon your arrival in Chopta, you will be free to explore the beauty of the nearby areas. This place is a great spot to savour some beautiful and picturesque surroundings of the nearby areas. After completely taking in the wonders of nature in this area, you will then start your journey for Tungnath, which comes among one of the highest Shiva temples in India sitting at a height of 12,073ft along with being one of the oldest. Apart from offering your prayers and worshipping to Lord Shiva, you can also take the nearby magnificent views of the Himalayas and proceed back to Ukhimath via Chopta where you will be served dinner along with an overnight stay.
Day 09: Chopta > Panargupha
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for Sagar. Upon your arrival in Sagar, you will be taken on a short trekking trip to Panargupha, which is a rest stop for your trek further to Rudranath. Upon your arrival in Panargupha, you will be checked into a camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 10: Panargupha > Rudranath (Trek 12 Km / 6 Hours)
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for a trek to Rudranath. Located in the Garhwal region of Himalayas, at an elevation of 11,800ft, Rudranath is a Hindu Temple which is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Upon your arrival in Rudranath you will be checked into a comfortable camp, and after relaxing for a bit you will be taken for worship in the holy Rudranath Shiva temple. Legend has it that this temple was set up by the Pandavas after the end of Mahabharata. The main centre of focus remains the mysterious appearance of Lord Shiva’s face on the Shivaling here making it extremely holy for the Hindus from across the globe. Your night stay and dinner will take place in the campsite itself.
Day 11: Rudranath > Dumuk
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for a trek to Dumuk. This is a stopover point which lies on your way to Kalpeshwar. Upon reaching Dumuk you will be taken to your campsite where you will be served a hearty dinner meal which will be followed by an overnight stay.
Day 12: Dumuk > Kalpeshwar > Mahadev
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for the Mahadev Temple in Kalpeshwar. You will immediately be taken to your camps where you will be given some time to relax and unload your baggage. After this, you will be taken to the famous Kalpeshwar Mahadev Mandir, which is situated at an elevation of 7,218 ft and it is dedicated to Lord Shiva. You will spend your whole day relaxing under the blue skies. You will be served dinner at night followed with an overnight stay in a tent.
Day 13: Kalpeshwar > Rudraprayag (114 Km / 4 Hours)
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed for Helang through trekking. Upon your arrival in Helang, you will proceed for Rudraprayag. Upon your arrival in Rudraprayag, you will be checked into a hotel where you will be served dinner and overnight stay.
Day 14: Rudraprayag > Rishikesh > Haridwar (180 Km / 5 Hours 30 Mines)
• Early morning after having breakfast you will proceed towards Rishikesh. Upon arrival you will check in into your hotel and here you will be taken on a local temple tour of Bharat Mata Mandir, Ram and Laxman Jhula. Ending your day at Triveni Ghat, which is one of the most important and highly revered ghats in India, proceed for Haridwar. Drop at Railway station, here your tour ends with happy memories.
Hotels Envisaged: Best in the vicinity.
Per Person cost @ ₹34,499 (Costing based on Min 04 paying pax)
Cost Inclusion:
• Hotel stay as per above itinerary.
• Transportation (Vehicle as per Group Size).
• All pick-up and dropping facilities at one point. AC would not run on hill drives.
• Hotel Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis as per requirements.
• Driver’s T.A , D.A, toll tax, parking, and interstate taxes.
• All fuel charges & state taxes. All toll / parking fee.
• Meals: breakfast & dinner at hotels on fixed menu basis.
Cost Exclusion:
• Any type of Insurance.
• Lunches.
• Claim due to natural Calamities such as land slide, road blockage etc.
• Helicopter charges, Pony, Horse, Darshan Ticket etc.
• Any Table drinks, laundry, STD Call, Guide, Porter, Pony, Tips, Camera Fee, Ropeway charges, Temple entrance charges, Personal expenses or any other expenses incurred due to bad weather, road closure, landslides etc. or any other things which are not mentioned in cost included column.
* Accommodation on Double-sharing basis.
* Itinerary includes flexible timings and is subjected to climate conditions and fleet availability.
* In case of any confusion or queries, feel free to connect with our travel experts to help you right away.
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Some Guidelines for Tourists on Panch Kedar Yatra in 14 Days
If you’re planning a Panch Kedar Yatra in 14 Days with us, it’s essential to have a well-organized itinerary and be aware of certain guidelines to make the most of your trip. Here are some general guidelines:
Respect Sacred Spaces: Approach the Panch Kedar temples with reverence, maintaining a respectful and contemplative demeanor throughout the spiritual journey.
Cultural Sensitivity: Embrace the local customs and traditions, understanding the cultural nuances of the regions visited during the 14-day yatra.
Appropriate Attire: Dress modestly, especially when entering religious sites, to adhere to the traditional norms and show respect for the sanctity of the pilgrimage.
Physical Preparation: Undertake physical conditioning before the yatra to ensure you can comfortably navigate the diverse terrains and altitudes of the Himalayan region.
Hydration and Nutrition: Stay adequately hydrated and nourished throughout the journey, as the mountainous terrain may pose physical challenges.
Guidance from Spiritual Leaders: Seek guidance from spiritual leaders accompanying the yatra, gaining insights into the significance of each temple and fostering a deeper spiritual connection.
Photography Etiquette: Respect photography restrictions at religious sites, seeking permission when required, and refraining from disrupting the meditative atmosphere.
Environmental Stewardship: Practice responsible tourism by minimizing your environmental impact, disposing of waste appropriately, and leaving the natural surroundings undisturbed.
Safety First: Prioritize safety during the trek, following the guidance of experienced guides and organizers to navigate challenging landscapes safely.
Open-minded Exploration: Approach the Panch Kedar Yatra with an open mind, embracing the spiritual teachings and insights that unfold during this transformative 14-day pilgrimage.
By adhering to these guidelines, you’ll not only enhance your own spiritual experience but also contribute to the preservation of the sanctity of Panch Kedar Yatra for future travelers.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
If passengers wish to cancel their booking, then they will have to pay following cancellation charges
- More than 15 days before the departure date – 70% of total tour cost will be refunded.
- Between 08th to 15th day before departure date – 50% of total tour cost will be refunded.
- Up to 07th day before the departure date – No Refund.
- No show – No Refund.
- Cancellations after commencement of tour – No Refund.
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