Panch Kedar Yatra refers to five Hindu temples of Lord Shiva or holy places of the Shaivites. It is one the most difficult pilgrimage tour in India, as all the Kedars are reached by trekking, with few lodges and eating places. The Panch Kedar Yatra lies in the valleys between the rivers Bhagirathi and Alaknanda.

The pilgrimage Panch Kedar yatra covering all five temples over a 170 km route (road cum trek length) starting from Rishikesh in the order of: Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheswar andKalpeshwar.

Kedarnath

Amidst the dramatic mountainscapes of the majestic Kedarnath range stands one of the twelve ‘Jyotirlingas’ of Kedar or Lord Shiva. Lying at an altitude of 3584 mts. on the head of river Mandakini, the shrine of Kedarnath is amongst the holiest pilgrimages for the Hindus. Kedarnath is a majestic sight, standing in the middle of a wide plateau surrounded by lofty snow covered peaks. The present temple, built in the 8th century by Adi Shankaracharya, stands adjacent to the site of an earlier temple built by the Pandavas. The inner walls of the assembly hall are decorated with figures of various deities and scenes from mythology. Outside the temple door a large statue of the Nandi Bull stands as guard. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the exquisitely architectured Kedarnathtemple is said to be more than a 1000 years old. Built of extremely large, heavy and evenly cut gray slabs of stones, it evokes wonder as to how these heavy slabs were handled in the earlier days. The temple has a “Garbha Griha” for worship and a Mandap apt for assemblies of pilgrims and visitors. A conical rock formation inside the temple is worshipped as Lord Shiva in his Sadashiva form.

Tungnath The arm of Lord Shiva came out at this place as per Kedarnath myth. The Tungnath temple is situated at an altitude of about 3680 m above sea level, the temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is the highest Shiva Shrine among the Panch Kedar, 3 km uphill from Chopata. The sancity of the region of Tungnath is considered unsurpassed.

The peak of Tungnath is the source of three springs that form the river Akashkamini. Tungnath is reached through a path that wends through alpine meadows & rhododendron thickets. An hour’s climb from here leads to Chandrashila with its panoramic views.

GETTING THERE

• Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun 232 kms.
• Rail: The nearest railhead, Rishikesh, is 215 kms.
• Road: Tungath can be reached on the Kund-Gopeshwar road up to Chopta, 212 kms. from Rishikesh via Chamoli-Gopeshwar-Chopta route. Buses and taxis ply along the route. From Chopta, the Tungnath temple is 3 kms. trekaway

Rudranath The shrine is 23 km from Gopeshwar at 2286 m. The Mukhor face of Lord Shiva os worshipped as Neelkanth Mahadev here. The temple site provides splendid views of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishuli and other peaks. Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund, etc. are the holy kunds situated nearby. The scenic beauty and the spiritual piousness of the place make it scenically beautiful as well as enchanting.

Anusuya Devi temple is located on the trek to Rudranath involving an additional trek of 3 km. Another route 13 km from Gopeshwar to Mandal then trek 6 km to reach Anusuya Devi. Devi Anusuya is revered as the Goddedd who blesses her devotees in their difficulties.

GETTING THERE

• Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 258 km.
• Rail: The nearest railhead, Rishikesh is 241 km.
• Road: Rudranath is located on Gopeshwar-Kedarnath Road. From Rishikesh, the entry point, Sagar is 219 km. A 22 km trek from Sagar will end at Rudranath. Accommodation available at Dharamshala.

Madmaheshwar It is said that the navel of Lord Shiva reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath. Shiva is worshipped Madmaheshwar in the form of a navel shaped lingam. This Shrine is 31 km from Guptkashi at an altitude of 3289 m. The temple can be approached by a trek through the famous Sidha Peeth of Kalimath. Wild, unparalleled scenic beauty and incredible landscapes distinguish the distance from Kalimath to Madmaheshwar. Chaukhamba, Kedarnath and Neelkanth peaks are visible from here. Gaundar, at the conflux of Madmaheshwar Ganga and Markanga Ganga, is the last place that is worth a visit before one reaches this shrine.

GETTING THERE

• Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 244 km.
• Rail: The nearest railhead, Rishikesh is 227 km.
• Road: To reach Madmaheshwar, the distance of 196 kms. from Rishikesh to Kalimath is motorable. The balance 31 kms. has to be covered on foot.

Kalpeshwar The hair locks (Jata) of Lord Shiva are worshipped in this small rock temple at the height of 2134 m before the matted, tresses of Shiva enshrined in rock in the sanctum and sanctorum. The sanctum is preceded by a natural cave passage. This temple is located in Urgam valley. This shrine is a delight for the tourists with striking views of valley with terraced fields and lush green forests. The temple is reached after a trek of 12 km from Helang which is the motor head on Rishikesh – Badarinath route.

GETTING THERE

• Air: Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, 272km.
• Rail: The nearest railhead, Rishikesh is 255km.
• Road: Kalpeshwar can be reashed up to Helang, 243 kms. on the Rishikesh – Badrinath road by bus and taxis. From Helang, the 12 kms. trek is off the main road.

Panch Kedar Yatra Tour Package

Day 1:

Haridwar to Guptakashi (170 KMS/6-7 Hours)

Day 2:

Guptakshi to Kedarnath(20 kms By Road+18kms By Trek)

Day 3:

Kedarnath to Guptakshi(20 kms By Road+18kms By Trek)

Day 4 : Guptkashi to Gaundhar (17kms / 6 Hours)

Trek to Gaundhar with packed lunch. Dinner & overnight in Camps.

Day 5 : Gaundhar to Madhmaheshwar (10kms / 5 Hours)

Trek to Madhmaheshwar (3289mts) with packed lunch. Dinner and overnight in Camps.

Day 6 : Madhmaheshwar to Gaundhar (10kms / 5 Hours)

Return trek to Gaundhar with packed lunch. Dinner & overnight in Camps.

Day 7 : Gaundhar to Ukhimath (28kms / 6 Hours)

After breakfast 12kms trek to Jagasu and then 16kms drive to Ukhimath. Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 8 : Ukhimath – Tungnath – Chopta (43kms / 3 Hours)

35 kms drive to Chopta and 4 kms trek to Tungnath. In the afternoon return trek to Chopta. Dinner and overnight in Camps.

Day 9 : Chopta – Panargupha (40kms / 7 Hours)

After breakfast drive to Sagar (30kms). Then 10kms trek to Panargupha. Dinner & overnight in Camps.

Day 10 : Panargupha to Rudranath (12kms / 6 Hours)

Trek to Rudranath with packed lunch. Dinner and overnight in Camps.

Day 11 : Rudranath to Dumuk (18kms / 8 Hours)

Trek to Dumuk with packed lunch. Dinner and overnight in Camps.

Day 12 : Dumuk to Kalpeshwar Mahadev (14kms / 7 Hours)

14kms trek to Urgam/ Kalpeshwar Mahadev with packed lunch. Dinner and overnight in Camps.

Day 13 : Kalpeshwar Mahadev to Rudraprayag (114kms / 7 Hours)

After early breakfast trek to Helang (9kms) and then drive to Rudraprayag. Check in Hotel.

Day 14: Rudrprayag to Haridwar (170kms)

Package Includes:-

• Hotel accommodation as per package same or similar hotels.
• Breakfast + Dinner.
• Transfers and sightseeing as prepackage car.
• All toll tax, parking, fuel and driver allowances.
• All applicable hotel and transport taxes.

Package Does Not Include:-

• GST as Applicable.
• Lunch does not include in Package.
• Anything not mentioned under ‘Package Inclusions’
• All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
• Medical and travel insurance.
• Any kind of entry fees anywhere if not mentioned in including.
• Tips, travel insurance, medical insurance, laundry charges, liquors, mineral water, telephone charges.
• All items of personal nature.
• Porter, pony, horse, cable car, boat, train tickets, air tickets charges.

Payment:

25 % advance and balance at the time of trip start.

Refund:

• Full refund if canceled before 30 days of tour.
• 50% refund is canceled before 15 days of tour.
• 25% refund if canceled before 7 days of tour.
• No refund if canceled in last 7 days of tour.

Note:

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