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Uttarakhand Trekking: Kedarnath Vasuki Tal Trek


Posted On : 10-Jul-12
By RAHUL RAY 

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Kedarnath Vasuki Tal Trek

Area : Garhwal Himalayas
Duration : 08 Days
Grade : Easy - Moderate

Trekking Routes for Kedarnath Vasuki Tal Trek :
Delhi - Hardwar - Rishikesh - Guptkashi - Gaurikund - Kedarnath - Gaurikund - Rudraprayag - Haridwar - Delhi

Kedarnath is at an altitude of 3584 m. A magnificent temple was built by the Pandavas at the base of Kedarnath peak's southeastern face, and millions of pilgrims now come here to offer their prayers to Lord Shiva. The trek starts from Gaurikund, Where there is a hot water Sulphur Spring. While approaching Kedarnath, we pass through stately forests and come across some beautiful waterfalls. Kedarnath to Vasuki Tal is a continuous ascent, and a great trek. The view of Chaukhamba Peaks and Mandakini Valley is a wonderful from here. Vasuki Tal Lake, about ½ kms in radius, with crystal clear waters will possible take you into an immediate trance.

Detail Itinerary (07 Night - 08 Days)

Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
On arrival at Delhi airport meet our executive and transfer to pre booked hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 02 : Delhi - Hardwar - Rishikesh
Morning transfer to the station time to catch train for Hardwar at 06:50 hrs. Arrival at Haridwar by 11:25 hrs. On arrival meet our guide and transfer to Rishikesh by road & check into the hotel. Evening free to explore the nearby area. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 03 : Rishikesh - Guptkashi
In the morning after breakfast drive towards Guptkashi via Devprayag & Rudraprayag. On the way see the confluence of River Alaknanda & Bhagirathi; from here the holy river Ganges start and flown in the plains. On arrival at Guptkashi check in to hotel. Dinner and overnight at Guptkashi.

Day 04 : Guptkashi - Gaurikund - Kedarnath
Early morning after breakfast drive to Gaurikund and from here trek to Kedarnath with packed lunch. Kedarnath is a shrine of lord Shiva. In the evening visit the temple for Aarti ceremony. Dinner and overnight at Kedarnath.

Day 05 : Kedarnath - Vasukital - Kedarnath
In the morning visit the temple and later after breakfast stat your trek towards Vasuki Tal. We undertake an 8 km trek to Vasukital with packed lunch. After exploring the area trek back to Kedarnath. Dinner and overnight at Kedarnath.

Day 06 : Kedarnath - Gaurikund - Rudraprayag
15 kms trek to Gaurikund with packed lunch and from here drive to Rudraprayag. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 07 : Rudraprayag - Haridwar - Delhi
After breakfast drive to Haridwar. On arrival at Haridwar transfer to railway station and from here catch AC Train for Delhi at 18:05 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by 22:45 hrs. on arrival meet our executive and transfer to hotel.

Day 08 : Delhi - Departure
Morning sightseeing tour of the Delhi in the evening transfer to the Airport time to catch flight for onward destination.


Posted On : 10-Jul-12
By RAHUL RAY 

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