Panch Kedar Yatra -The Circuit Of Lord Shiva

Haridwar➝ Urgam➝ Kalpeshwar➝ Sagar➝ Pun Bugyal ➝ Panar Bugyal➝ Rudranath➝Chopta➝ Tungnath➝ Ransi➝ Gaundhar➝ Madhmaheshwar➝ Guptkashi➝ Kedarnath➝ Rudraprayag➝ Haridwar

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Tour Overview

Panch Kedar Yatra or Panch Kedar Trek is one of the most sacred pilgrimages Yatras in India. It is a part of the holy Panch Kedar circuit. The names of the Panch Kedar Temples are Kedarnath Temple, Tungnath Temple, Rudranath Temple Madhmaheshwar Temple and Kalpeshwar Temple.

It is said that Lord Shiva's bull incarceration is worshiped in these temples. His body fell into different places when he was hiding from Pandavas when they were searching for him to atone for their sins of killing their own relatives in the war of Mahabharata. In Madhmaheshwar temple the stomach of Lord Shiva is worshipped. In Kedarnath the hump of the bull form of Lord Shiva fell. In Rudranath the face of Lord Shiva is worshipped, In Tungnath his arms fell and in Kapleshwar the matted hair of Lord Shiva is worshipped. Every year thousands of pilgrims undertake Panch Kedar Yatra to get the divine blessings of Lord Shiva.

Tour Highlight

Kedarnath (3,583 m)- Most famous of the five, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Believed to be where Shiva manifested as a bull; his hump appeared here. Surrounded by snow-clad Himalayan peaks and Mandakini River.
Tungnath (3,680 m)- World's highest Shiva temple. Associated with Shiva's arms. Trekking base for Chandrashila summit-stunning sunrise views over Himalayan ranges.
Rudranath (3,600 m)-Natural rock temple where Shiva's face is worshipped. Surrounded by alpine meadows, rhododendrons, and sacred kunds like Surya Kund, Chandra Kund. Considered spiritually intense-less crowded, more meditative.
Madhyamaheshwar (3,497 m)- Located in a lush valley surrounded by snow peaks. Worships Shiva's navel (stomach). Famous for its serene Buda Madhyamaheshwar Lake, which reflects Chaukhamba peaks.
Kalpeshwar (2,200 m)- The only Panch Kedar temple accessible year-round. Shiva's hair (jata) is worshipped here inside a cave temple. Located amidst apple orchards and terraced fields in Urgam Valley

Package Itinerary Expand All [+]

Day 01 - Haridwar - Urgam (Drive: 275 Km / 08-09 Hr)

Morning meet with our guide at Haridwar and start drive to Urgam. Drive through four Prayags of Uttarakhand - Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag. On reaching Urgam, check in to the guest house. Dinner and overnight stay at guest house.
Day 02 - Urgam - Kalpeshwar - Sagar (Drive: 03 Hr | Trek: 01-02 Hr)

After breakfast drive for approx 01 hours to reach Urgam. From this point starts the trek up to Kalpeshwar Temple - where the locks of Shiva worshiped. After Darshan trek back to Urgam and drive to Sagar Village. Reach Sagar Village by the evening. Dinner and overnight stay in guest house/lodge.
Day 03 - Sagar - Pun Bugyal - Panar Bugyal (Trek: 05 Hr)

After an early breakfast start the trek up to Panar Bugyal via Pun Bugyal. The uphill trail goes through the damp forest & meadows. Moving upward see the change in Atmosphere & Vegetation. Evening reach Panar Bugyal and have some rest. Dinner and overnight stay in tent/home stay.
Day 04 - Panar Bugyal - Rudranath (Trek: 04-05 Hr)

After breakfast start trekking up to Rudranath - The Toughest Kedar. Rudranath temple is the toughest one to reach in comparison with other temples of Panch Kedar. The trail offers awe-inspiring views of the Himalayas and passes though the wild grassy meadows & thick woodlands. Reach Rudranath by evening and enjoy the Sandhya Aarti. From Rudranath one can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishul peaks. Dinner and overnight stay in tent/home stay.
Day 05 - Rudranath - Sagar - Chopta (Trek: 06/07 Hrs | Drive: 03 Hrs)

After morning pooja, have breakfast and visit the Suryakund, Chandrakund & Tarakund located near the temple. Later trek down to Sagar Village through dense forests and meadows. On reaching Sagar drive to Chopta. Dinner and overnight stay in camp.
Day 06 - Chopta - Tungnath - Chopta (Trek: 06/07 hrs | Altitude: 3680 mts - Tungnath)

Wake up very early today and have breakfast. Start the gradually uphill trek to Tungnath Temple. During the trek, you can witness a wide range of snow capped Himalayas. On reaching Tungnath, Pay a visit to The Highest Shiva Temple in the world. Rest for a while and head up to Chandrashila Peak. (if weather permits) From the top of the Chandrshila Peak, rejoice the stunning panoramic view of the Himalayas. Later head down towards Chopta. Dinner & overnight stay in guest house/camp.
Day 07 - Chopta - Ransi - Gaundhar (Drive: 02/03 Hrs | Trek: 03 Hrs)

Today after breakfast drive to Ransi - starting point of the trek to Madmaheshwar. From Ransi trek up to Gaundhar. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.
Day 08 - Gaundhar - Madhmaheshwar (Trek: 05/06 Hrs)

Post breakfast start the trek up to Madmaheshwar. It is believed that the navel mid part of the body reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath. On reaching Madmaheshwar, enjoy the magnificent view of Chaukhamba, Kedarnath and the Neelkanth peaks. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.
Day 09 - Madmaheshwar - Ransi - Guptkashi (Trek: 05/06 Hrs | Drive: 01/02 Hrs)

After breakfast trek back to Ransi Village. From Ransi drive till Guptkashi. Dinner and overnight stay in camp.
Day 010 - Guptkashi – Kedarnath (Drive: 30 Min | Trek: 06/07 Hrs)

Early morning leave for Gaurikund to commence the trek to Kedarnath (14 Kms). Or hire the pony / Doli to cover the trekking distance. On reaching pay visit to Kedarnath Darshan and Special Pooja. Overnight stay at the Hotel/Camp.
Day 011 - Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Rudraprayag (160 Kms / 06 Hrs)

Early morning visit Kedarnath temple & return to Gaurikund. From Gaurikund, drive to Rudraprayag. See the holy confluence of river Alakhnanda & Mandakini at Rudraprayag. Upon arrival, check in at your pre booked hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 012 - Rudraprayag – Haridwar Drop (165 Kms / 05 Hrs)
After breakfast, drive back to Haridwar. On reaching Haridwar, transfer to Haridwar Railway Station for your journey back home.

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Included and Excluded

Transport support by Mahindra Bolero / Tata Sumo / Tempo Traveler as per itinerary.
Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis in Hotel/GuestHouse/HomeStay/Tent as per itinerary.
All Vegetarian meals starting from Dinner on Day 01 till Breakfast on Day 12.
Professional & Experienced local trekking guide throughout the trip.
Trekking Permit & Forest entry fees.
All toll tax & Parking.

Airfare / Train Ticket
Accommodation in Haridwar.
Lunch on Day 01 & Day 12 and any other meals not mention above.
Travel insurance covering medical evacuation, hospitalization, air evacuation, baggage insurance and trip cancellation.
Helicopter Ticket, Poni, Palki & Porter, etc.
Any exigency expenses due to reasons beyond our normal control.
Any other thing not mentioned above.
GST 5% applicable extra.