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Panch Kedar Trek

Panch Kedar Trek

The Panch Kedar trek includes all the five shrines associated with the Hindu legends. All most are situated in the Kedar Valley. At Kedarnath, which is situated at the head of the Mandakini River, the Linga is a natural rock that resembles the hump of a bull. Madhmaheshwar, situated at the base of Chaukhamba Peak is at an altitude of 3500 m. Here the Linga is worshipped in the form of a navel. Tungnath, where tha arm of Shiva appeared is the highest temple in Garhwal is situated at an altitude of 3810 m. 500 m above the temple at Tungnath is Chandrashila.The panoramic view of the Himalayas is breathtaking. Rudranath is where the face of Shiva is said to have appeared.

Itinerary

Day 01: Rishikesh – Pipalkoti (1219 mts/3998 ft) 218 kms/7-8 hrs
Drive to Pipalkoti via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag. On arrival check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 02: Pipalkoti – Urgam (2134 mts/7000 ft) 9 kms trek/3-4 hrs
In the morning after breakfast drive 15 kms to reach Helang. From her we will start our trek up to Urgam Village. We will cross Alaknanda River via Road Bridge. Pass through the dense forest, murmuring water falls along with KalpGanga. Urgam Valley is famous for its apple orchard, terraced fields and potatoes. Evening free to visit kalpweswr first Kedar (one of Panch Kedar) during your trek.(1.5km) . Later return trek to Urgam. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.
Day 03: Urgam – Kalgot (2215 mts/7265 ft)
After an early breakfast trek up to Kalgot Village through dense forest, lush green meadows. This is the tough day. Evening arrival at Kalgot village. Meet the locals, know their culture etc. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 04: Kalgot – Panar(2286 mts/7498 ft)
Morning trek up to the Panar, is nice meadows dinner &stay in tents. Another form of lord Shiva. In this temple The face of the Shiva is worshiped. From here we can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishuli and other group of peaks. You can also visit the Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund which is located nearby the temple. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 05: Panar-Rudranath – Sagar – Mandal (25 kms trek/8 kms drive)
Another form of lord Shiva. In this temple The face of the Shiva is worshiped. From here we can see a splendid view of Hathi Parvat, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Trishuli and other group of peaks. You can also visit the Suryakund, Chandrakund, Tarakund which is located nearby the temple. Dinner and overnight stay in tents. Trek to down to Sagar Village through the dense forest and meadows. Up on arrival at Sagar drive to Mandal. Mandal is also known Cherapunji of Garhwal. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 06: Mandal – Chopta (2900 mts/9512 ft) – Tungnath (19 kms/2 hrs/trek 3.5 kms
Morning after breakfast drive to Chopta. Chopta is situated at an altitude of 2900 m from the sea level. The place provides a panoramic view of the Himalayas and the surrounding areas. Up on arrival at Chopta trek to Tungnath (the third Kedar) with packed lunch. Tungnath is situated at the height of 3680 mts from the sea level.( highest shiva tample in world). the trek is 3 kms upward. Enroute you will find lush green meadows and you can see the entire range of snow clapped Himalayan range. Upon arrival at Tungnath Temple and visit the temple. After relax one can trek Chandrashila peak 1 kms ahead. trekdown to chopta. Dinner and overnight stay in Chopta.
Day 07: Chopta – Ransi – Gaundhar
In the morning drive to Ransi (65 kms/2 hrs). From here trek up to Gaundhar 4kms. The confluence of Madmaheshwar Ganga and Makandya Ganga is the last place that is worth a visit before one reaches Madmaheshwar. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 08: Gaundhar – Madhmaheshwar (3289 mts/10788 ft)
Morning after an early breakfast start trek (14 kms/5-6 hrs) up to Madhya Maheshwar (the forth Lord Shiva temple of Panch Kedar). It is believed that the navel mid part of the body reappeared at this shrine after disappearing at Kedarnath. On arrival set camp here. Here you see the magnificent view of Chaukhamba, Kedarnath and the Neelkanth peaks. Dinner and overnight stay in Guest House.
Day 09: Madhmaheshwar – Gaundhar
In the morning trek back to Gaundhar. Dinner and overnight stay in tent/guest house.
Day 10: Gaundhar – Ransi – Guptkashi/Rampur
After an early breakfast 4 km trek to Ransi and from here drive to Guptkashi/Rampur. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 11: Guptkashi/Rampur – Gaurikund – Kedarnath (3584 mts/11756 ft)
Morning after breakfast drive to Gaurikund and from here 19 km trek up to Sri Kedarnath, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The trek is passes through beautiful surroundings. On arrival check in at guest house. Evening explore the surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay in Guest house.
Day 12: Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Rudraparyag
Morning after breakfast visit Kedarnath temple, trek down to Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag through river Mandakini. Check into hotel. Evening visit the confluence of Alaknanda & Mandakini Rivers. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel.
Day 13: Rudraparyag – Rishikesh (135 kms/4-5 hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh via Devprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. From here the Holy River Ganges starts). arrival at Rishikesh tour end.

Terms & Conditions

PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:

• All land transfers as per above on the given itinerary
• Entry permits fees.
• Hotel Accommodation at Pipalkoti with Food.
• 3 meals in each day (Breakfast, Lunch Dinner) Pack lunch while on the trek.
• Fully escorted trek with license holder local trekking guide
• All program according to itineraries on full board.
• Attractive salaries, wages, equipment and other facilities to Uttarakhand trekking staffs.
• Tent, Sleeping bag, Mattress, Kitchen tent.

PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS:

• Travel Insurance
• Medical evacuation in case of emergency.
• Personal nature or any donation.
• Mules /Pony for personal luggage
• Any drinks, tips for the guide and porter etc.
• Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather etc.

Terms & Conditions :

Terms of Payment

• 45 or more days before departure : Rs 25% total amount.
• 30 days before departure : 50% of total amount.
• Less than 7 days before departure : 100% of the total amount.

Cancellation Policy

• Advance Booking amount per person – 60% of package cost – Non Refundable
• 80% of package cost before 40 days prior of departure
• 100% of package cost before 25 days prior of departure

 Notes:

• Surcharge will be applicable on the particular dates.
• Given is a suggested itinerary and it may change as per the availability at the time of booking
• Rates are subject to change in case of any changes in airport taxes, hotel rates, transport rates, government taxes or IROE fluctuation.
• International Check in time is 1500 hrs and Check out time is 1100 Hrs. Early check-in/ late checkout subject to availability.
• Rates are not valid during the festivals, fairs, special events, blackout dates, Carnival etc
• Above rates are Nett and Non Commissionable.
• In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangement for an alternate accommodation will be made in hotel of similar standard.

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