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Ek Dham Yatra Kedarnath Ji from Haridwar - 03 Nights 04 Days
Overview
The Ek Dham Yatra is the most direct route to Shri Kedarnath Ji, the highest of the twelve Jyotirlingas, for pilgrims with limited days in hand. From Haridwar the road climbs along the Alaknanda and Mandakini valleys to the base sector at Guptkashi or Sitapur, from where the shrine is reached by a trek of approximately 21 km from Gaurikund, or by helicopter subject to tickets and weather. The programme includes an overnight stay at Kedarnath itself, so that darshan is unhurried and the descent is made fresh the following morning, with a further night in the base sector as buffer.
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Highlights
Darshan at Shri Kedarnath Ji in a compact 04 day programme
Overnight stay at the shrine for relaxed darshan, evening aarti and a fresh descent next morning
Designed for both trekkers and helicopter travellers, with pony and pithu assistance available
Darshan of Bhim Shila, the giant boulder that shielded the temple during the 2013 disaster
Buffer night in the Sitapur and Guptkashi base sector to absorb weather and operational delays
Optional darshan at Shri Triyugi Narayan Temple, the mythological wedding site of Shiva and Parvati
Concludes at Rishikesh with Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula and the evening Ganga Aarti
Itinerary
Day 1Arrival Haridwar to Guptkashi or Sitapur
Package inclusions begin at Haridwar or Dehradun.
Package inclusions begin at Haridwar or Dehradun. We assume your Haridwar night stay is pre booked, though our coordinator can arrange it on request, and those who wish may take an early morning dip in the Ganga before departure. Leave early after breakfast for an almost day long drive to Sitapur via Guptkashi, with views of Devprayag on the way. The run can take more than 10 hours if there is traffic congestion. On arrival at Sitapur, Rampur or Guptkashi, check in and rest in preparation for the Kedarnath leg.
Day 2Sitapur or Phata to Kedarnath by Trek or Helicopter
Today brings the most awaited and most demanding part of the yatra, the darshan of Shri Kedarnath Ji.
Today brings the most awaited and most demanding part of the yatra, the darshan of Shri Kedarnath Ji. Drive early to Sonprayag, where a government taxi takes you on to Gaurikund on direct payment, and the trek begins. The old 14 km path along the Mandakini was washed away in places, so the current route runs approximately 21 km, climbing to around 13,000 ft before descending to the temple at 11,760 ft. It is not comfortably covered in a single day, so an overnight halt at Kedarnath is planned, and pilgrims who are not physically strong are advised to hire a pony or pithu. Those who fly are dropped at the scheduled helipad at the given time. At the shrine there is darshan of Kedarnath Ji and of Bhim Shila, the giant boulder that shielded the temple during the 2013 disaster.
Day 3Kedarnath to Gaurikund and back to Guptkashi or Sitapur
Trek down from Kedarnath to Gaurikund and Sonprayag, then transfer to Sitapur or Guptkashi.
Trek down from Kedarnath to Gaurikund and Sonprayag, then transfer to Sitapur or Guptkashi. This night is deliberately kept in the base sector as buffer time, so that a last minute delay caused by bad weather, a technical issue with the helicopter or a medical reason can be absorbed without disturbing the rest of the programme. If you descend early, the day can be used for darshan at Shri Triyugi Narayan Temple, which is optional and chargeable extra, or for an optional halt at Chopta or Ukhimath.
Day 4Departure via Rudraprayag and Devprayag to Rishikesh
After an early breakfast, drive down towards Rishikesh via Rudraprayag, with views of Devprayag, the fifth and last of the Panch Prayag on this route.
After an early breakfast, drive down towards Rishikesh via Rudraprayag, with views of Devprayag, the fifth and last of the Panch Prayag on this route. On arrival at Rishikesh, visit Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula on foot, as the stretch is not motorable and the vehicle waits at the parking. The best route is to enter at Laxman Jhula and exit at Ram Jhula, passing ghats, temples and ashrams along the way. There is time for shopping in Rishikesh before transferring to Haridwar railway station or Dehradun airport for your onward journey.
What's included
Included
- 03 nights neat, clean and hygienic accommodation on selected sharing, as per preference and group size
- Complete transport services ex Haridwar as per programme
- Transportation from Haridwar or Delhi as per programme, from the designated meeting point
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- Kedarnath stay in basic dormitory
- All point to point sightseeing as per the given programme, possible within the time frame
- All toll taxes, parking charges and driver allowances
- Arrival assistance and vehicle coordination
- Customer support on the designated number through the trip
Not included
- 5% Government Service Tax (GST)
- Any international or domestic air or rail tickets
- Helicopter tickets to Kedarnath Ji
- Pony, palki, porter and ropeway charges
- Extra excursion charges for Chopta, Mana and Triyugi Narayan
- Meals other than those specified, table drinks, laundry, tips and camera fees
- Entrance charges during sightseeing
- Travel, personal accident, life and health insurance
- Personal expenses, and any expense arising from bad weather, road closure or landslides
- Anything not specified under inclusions
Hotels
| City | Hotel | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Guptkashi / Phata / Sitapur | Hotel Arvi / Giriraj Resort / Kedar Palace / Similar | 2 |
| Kedarnath | Basic Dormitory | 1 |
| City | Hotel | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Guptkashi / Phata / Sitapur | Kaidar Villa / Mandakini River Resort / Mandar Resort / Tripura Hotel / Similar | 2 |
| Kedarnath | Basic Dormitory | 1 |
| City | Hotel | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Guptkashi / Phata / Sitapur | Sri Tritham / Nanda Resort / Behl Forest / Shivalik Valley Resort / Similar | 2 |
| Kedarnath | Basic Dormitory | 1 |
| City | Hotel | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Guptkashi / Phata / Sitapur | Amritara Sun Inn / Kedar River Retreat / Village Retreat / Similar | 2 |
| Kedarnath | Basic Dormitory | 1 |
Meal plan at every stay: Breakfast and Dinner. Hotels are confirmed at booking and are subject to availability. An unavailable hotel is replaced with one of a similar category.
Rates
| Group size | Standard | Deluxe | Luxury | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Pax1 x Swift Dzire | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹23,500 |
| 04 Pax1 x Swift Dzire | ₹12,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹17,900 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Pax1 x Innova Crysta | ₹17,900 | ₹14,500 | ₹18,900 | ₹20,900 |
| 08 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller | ₹14,000 | ₹13,900 | ₹16,800 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller | ₹12,200 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹17,900 |
| 12 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller | ₹11,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹14,200 | ₹17,000 |
Rates exclude GST and may change on peak season, festive and long weekend dates.
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Booking terms
Payment schedule
- 25% of the total package cost is paid at the time of booking
- A further 50% is paid at least 30 days before the departure date
- The remaining 25% is paid at least 15 days before the departure date
- The full package amount must be cleared before the tour begins
- Booking confirmation is subject to receipt of the required advance
- A booking made 45 days or more before departure needs a minimum 25% advance
- A booking made 30 days before departure needs a minimum 50% advance
- A booking made 15 days before departure needs the full tour amount
Cancellation policy
- 30 days or more before the arrival date, 90% of the total booking amount is refunded
- 25 to 29 days before the arrival date, 70% of the total booking amount is refunded
- 20 to 24 days before the arrival date, 50% of the total booking amount is refunded
- 10 to 19 days before the arrival date, 25% of the total booking amount is refunded
- Within 9 days of the arrival date no refund is applicable
- All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing or by email
- Refunds are processed after cancellation charges and any non-refundable third party costs already incurred
- A booking may be cancelled by the guest or any authorised member of the travelling party
Important notes
- AC vehicle services are not provided in the hills; AC is available only on the Delhi to Haridwar or Dehradun sector against prior written confirmation
- The Kedarnath trek is now approximately 21 km one way, and an overnight halt at the shrine is recommended for those trekking
- Three nights in the Sitapur, Rampur, Phata or Guptkashi sector including the Kedarnath night are strongly advised as buffer against weather and helicopter delays
- Kedarnath weather, helicopter technical snags and operational restrictions can all delay this leg, so keep onward travel flexible
- Excursions to Triyugi Narayan, Chopta and Mana are charged extra by local drivers at INR 3,500 per small vehicle up to 04 seats, INR 4,500 per mid size SUV up to 07 seats and INR 5,500 for a 12 seater and above
- Helicopter tickets to Kedarnath Ji are not included and are subject to separate booking and availability
- All rates are per person and exclusive of 5% GST
- The road from Rudraprayag to Guptkashi or Phata suits small and light vehicles, and the onward stretch to Gaurikund is in poor condition
- Package rates may not apply during peak season, festive periods, long weekends and special event dates
- Hotels are subject to availability at confirmation, and an unavailable hotel is replaced with one of similar category and standard
- Early check in and late check out depend on hotel availability and may carry an extra charge
- Standard hotel check in and check out timings apply unless confirmed otherwise
- The vehicle runs strictly to the confirmed itinerary and is not available for personal disposal
- Sightseeing is subject to road, traffic, political, weather and local operating conditions
- The itinerary may be changed where weather, road closures, government restrictions or safety require it
- No refund is given for sightseeing or services missed due to weather, natural calamity, road closure or political disturbance
- Delay or cancellation of a third party service such as helicopter, pony, palki or ropeway may affect the itinerary, and any extra stay or transport is chargeable
- Entrance fees, monument fees and park fees are paid directly by the guest unless specifically included
- Guests are advised to avoid unnecessary night travel, particularly in hill and remote areas
- Any service requested outside the confirmed itinerary is chargeable separately
- Rates may change with hotel tariffs, transport charges, fuel prices, taxes or government regulations
- Services not used voluntarily by the guest are not refundable
- Guests must carry valid identification documents and any permits required for the journey
FAQs
What does the Ek Dham Kedarnath Yatra cost per person?
Per person rates start at 11,500 for a group of 12 in the Standard category and rise with the hotel grade and smaller group sizes, up to 23,500 per person for two travellers in the Premium category. All rates exclude 5% GST.
Where do we stay at Kedarnath?
In a basic dormitory near the temple, which is the accommodation available at the shrine across every package category. The overnight halt is what allows unhurried darshan and the evening aarti before a fresh descent the next morning.
How long is the Kedarnath trek and can it be avoided?
The current route from Gaurikund runs approximately 21 km one way, climbing to around 13,000 ft before dropping to the temple at 11,760 ft. It is not comfortably covered in a day, which is why an overnight halt at the shrine is built into the programme. Pony, palki and pithu are available on direct payment, and a helicopter can be taken instead, though tickets are not included in the package and depend on availability and weather.
Is GST included in the quoted rate?
No. All rates are per person and exclusive of 5% Government Service Tax. Entrance fees, camera charges, pony, palki and ropeway charges are also paid directly by the guest.
Will the vehicle be air conditioned?
AC is not provided in the hills, which is standard practice across Uttarakhand. AC runs only on the plains sectors such as Delhi to Haridwar or Dehradun, and only against prior written confirmation.
Why is an extra night kept in the Guptkashi or Sitapur sector?
The Kedarnath leg is the least predictable part of the yatra. Weather, a helicopter technical snag or a medical reason can all delay it. Three nights in the Sitapur, Rampur, Phata or Guptkashi sector, including the Kedarnath night, absorb that delay without disturbing the rest of the programme. Itineraries that allow only two nights here routinely run into trouble.
Are there charges beyond the package for side trips?
Yes. Local driver associations levy an excursion fee for Triyugi Narayan, Chopta and Mana, payable locally at INR 3,500 for a small vehicle of up to 04 seats, INR 4,500 for a mid size SUV of up to 07 seats and INR 5,500 for a 12 seater and above. These support driver communities who earn from a season of barely 30 peak days.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancelling 30 days or more before arrival refunds 90% of the booking amount, 25 to 29 days refunds 70%, 20 to 24 days refunds 50% and 10 to 19 days refunds 25%. Within 9 days of arrival no refund applies. Every request must be sent in writing or by email, and refunds are processed after cancellation charges and any non-refundable third party costs already paid.
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