Trekking route is moderately challenging and takes 6–10 hours depending on stamina and weather.

The Scenic Road Journey to Kedarnath Temple

Location: Kedarnath Temple is nestled at an altitude of 3,583 meters (11,755 ft) in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, near the Mandakini River, surrounded by majestic snow-covered peaks.

Route Overview (Delhi to Kedarnath): The road journey to Kedarnath is full of serene towns, confluences (Prayags), pine forests, and river valleys. Here’s a typical route:

• Delhi → Haridwar → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Srinagar → Rudraprayag → Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Gaurikund (Base Camp)

From Gaurikund, the 16 km trek to Kedarnath Temple begins.

Highlights Of The Road Journey:

Haridwar to Rishikesh

• Sacred towns on the banks of the Ganges.
• A spiritual start with evening aartis and peaceful ghats.

Rishikesh to Rudraprayag via Devprayag

• Witness the birth of the Ganga at Devprayag, where Alaknanda meets Bhagirathi.
• Gorgeous landscapes and winding mountain roads.

Rudraprayag to Guptkashi

• Explore the ancient temple of Ardhanarishvara at Guptkashi.
• The views of Chaukhamba and Kedarnath Peaks begin here.

Guptkashi to Sonprayag to Gaurikund

• The road gets more thrilling with waterfalls, alpine views, and dense pine forests.
• Gaurikund is the last motorable point and base for the trek to Kedarnath.