Panch Kedarnath Yatra 12 Nights and 13 Days - Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheshwar and Kalpeshwar

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Panch Kedarnath Yatra - Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheshwar and Kalpeshwar

10 Nights/ 11 Days Package (Per Person)

37,999/- INR

Overview:

The Panch Kedar Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It covers five ancient temples located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand — Kedarnath, Madhyamaheshwar, Tungnath, Rudranath, and Kalpeshwar. Each temple represents a different part of Lord Shiva’s body, as per the legend of the Pandavas. The journey combines devotion, trekking, and the serene beauty of the Himalayas.

Highlights:

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Best Season: May to October
Total Distance (Approx): 850 km (by road) + 70 km (trekking)
Maximum Altitude: 3,680 m (Tungnath)
Route: Rishikesh to Rishikesh

Mythological Significance

After the Kurukshetra war, the Pandavas sought Lord Shiva’s forgiveness for their sins. Shiva, avoiding them, took the form of a bull and disappeared into the ground at Kedarnath. His body parts appeared at five different places, now known as the Panch Kedar temples:

Kedarnath: Hump of the bull
Madhyamaheshwar: Navel
Tungnath: Arms
Rudranath: Face
Kalpeshwar: Hair (Jata)

Temple Timings and Details

Temple	Altitude (m)	Opening Month	Closing Month	Darshan Timings	Special Notes
Kedarnath	3,583	May (Akshaya Tritiya)	Nov (Kartik Purnima)	4:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Aarti: 4:00 AM & 8:30 PM)	Temple closes for winter; deity shifted to Ukhimath
Madhyamaheshwar	3,497	May	Oct	6:00 AM – 8:00 PM	Temple closes in winter; deity worshipped at Ukhimath
Tungnath	3,680	May	Nov	6:00 AM – 7:00 PM	Highest Shiva temple in the world
Rudranath	3,600	May	Oct	6:00 AM – 6:00 PM	Temple closes in winter; deity worshipped at Gopeshwar
Kalpeshwar	2,200	Open year-round	Open year-round	6:00 AM – 7:00 PM	Only Panch Kedar temple open throughout the year

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Rishikesh – Devprayag – Rudraprayag – Guptkashi (220 km / 8–9 hrs / 1,319 m)

Departure Time: 07:00 AM
Route: Rishikesh → Devprayag → Srinagar → Rudraprayag → Guptkashi.
Activities: Visit Devprayag Sangam, Rudraprayag Temple, and Vishwanath Temple at Guptkashi.
Overnight Stay: Guptkashi

Day 2: Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath (35 km drive + 18 km trek / 3,583 m)

Departure Time: 05:00 AM
Activities: Drive to Gaurikund, trek to Kedarnath Temple.
Temple Timings: Opens at 4:00 AM; closes at 9:00 PM.
Aarti: Morning 4:00 AM (Mahabhishek), Evening 8:30 PM (Shayan Aarti).
Overnight Stay: Kedarnath

Day 3: Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Ransi Village (18 km trek + 100 km drive / 1,800 m)

Departure Time: 06:00 AM
Activities: Morning darshan at Kedarnath, trek down to Gaurikund, and drive to Ransi village (base for Madhyamaheshwar).
Overnight Stay: Ransi

Day 4: Ransi – Madhyamaheshwar (16 km trek / 3,497 m)

Departure Time: 06:00 AM
Activities: Trek through Gaundar village and alpine forests to reach Madhyamaheshwar Temple.
Temple Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Aarti: Morning 6:30 AM, Evening 7:30 PM
Overnight Stay: Madhyamaheshwar

Day 5: Madhyamaheshwar – Ransi – Chopta (16 km trek + 70 km drive / 2,680 m)

Departure Time: 06:00 AM
Activities: Trek back to Ransi and drive to Chopta, known as the “Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand.”
Overnight Stay: Chopta

Day 6: Chopta – Tungnath – Chandrashila – Chopta (5 km trek one way / 3,680 m)

Departure Time: 06:30 AM
Activities: Trek to Tungnath Temple, the highest Shiva temple in the world. Optional short trek to Chandrashila Peak for panoramic Himalayan views.
Temple Timings: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Aarti: Morning 6:30 AM, Evening 6:30 PM
Overnight Stay: Chopta

Day 7: Chopta – Mandal – Anusuya Devi – Rudranath Base Camp (Drive 60 km + Trek 8 km / 2,400 m)

Departure Time: 07:00 AM
Activities: Drive to Mandal village, trek to Anusuya Devi Temple, and continue to Rudranath base camp.
Overnight Stay: Campsite / Guesthouse

Day 8: Rudranath Temple Darshan – Sagar Village (Trek 18 km / 3,600 m to 1,800 m)

Departure Time: 05:30 AM
Activities: Early morning trek to Rudranath Temple, darshan, and return trek to Sagar village.
Temple Timings: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Aarti: Morning 6:30 AM, Evening 5:30 PM
Overnight Stay: Sagar / Gopeshwar

Day 9: Sagar – Helang – Urgam Valley (Drive 110 km / 1,200 m)

Departure Time: 07:00 AM
Activities: Drive to Helng near Joshimath, then to Urgam Valley, the base for Kalpeshwar Temple.
Overnight Stay: Urgam

Day 10: Urgam – Kalpeshwar – Pipalkoti (Trek 3 km + Drive 30 km / 2,200 m)

Departure Time: 07:00 AM
Activities: Trek to Kalpeshwar Temple, where Lord Shiva’s hair (jata) is worshipped.
Temple Timings: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Open year-round)
Aarti: Morning 6:30 AM, Evening 6:30 PM
Overnight Stay: Pipalkoti

Day 11: Pipalkoti – Karnaprayag – Rishikesh (240 km / 8–9 hrs)

Departure Time: 06:00 AM
Activities: Drive back to Rishikesh via Joshimath, Nandprayag, and Devprayag.
Drop Point: Rishikesh Railway Station / Bus Stand (Evening)

Inclusions

Pick-up and drop from Rishikesh
Accommodation (hotel, guesthouse, or camp)
All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Transportation by private vehicle
Professional guide and support staff
Trekking permits and entry fees
First aid and basic medical support

Exclusions

Personal expenses (laundry, phone, etc.)
Pony, porter, or helicopter charges
Travel insurance
Any item not mentioned in inclusions

Important Notes

Carry valid ID proof and medical fitness certificate.
Pack warm clothing, rain gear, trekking shoes, and personal medicines.
Maintain cleanliness and respect local traditions.
Weather in the Himalayas can change rapidly; flexibility is essential.
Temple opening and closing dates vary each year based on the Hindu calendar; confirm before travel.