Panch Kedar Trek
Duration
10 Days
Tour Type
Religious & Pilgrimage Tours
Location
Panch Kedar
Overview
The Panch Kedar Trek is one of the most spiritually profound and scenic treks in Uttarakhand, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It covers five sacred temples – Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheshwar, and Kalpeshwar – each representing a different form of Shiva. According to legend, these shrines were established by the Pandavas to seek forgiveness from Lord Shiva after the Kurukshetra war. As Shiva tried to avoid them, his body parts appeared in different locations across the Garhwal Himalayas, forming the Panch Kedar.
This trek not only offers a deep spiritual experience but also rewards trekkers with breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks, lush meadows, dense forests, and charming villages. The journey is a perfect blend of devotion, adventure, and nature’s serenity.
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Itinerary
Arrival and meet-up at Rishikesh/Haridwar Drive to Guptkashi (7–8 hours) Overnight stay in Guptkashi
Drive to Gaurikund, trek to Kedarnath Temple Evening darshan at the first Kedar (hump of Shiva) Overnight stay in Kedarnath
Trek back to Gaurikund Drive to Chopta via Guptkashi Overnight stay in Chopta
Early morning trek to Tungnath Temple (arms of Shiva), and optional Chandrashila peak Descend and drive to Mandal village (base for Rudranath) Overnight in Mandal
Drive to Sagar Village, trek to Rudranath Temple (face of Shiva) Explore temple and surroundings Overnight stay at Rudranath (camp/guesthouse)
Trek back to Sagar, drive to Ransi village Begin short trek to Bantoli campsite (base for Madhyamaheshwar) Overnight in tents
Trek to Madhyamaheshwar Temple (navel of Shiva) Darshan and explore temple area Return trek to Gaundhar Overnight in homestay or camp
Trek to Ransi, drive to Helang, then trek to Urgam Valley Overnight stay in Urgam village
Trek to Kalpeshwar Temple (hair of Shiva), last of the Panch Kedar Return trek and drive to Joshimath Overnight stay
After breakfast, drive back to Rishikesh or Haridwar Tour Ends with blessings of Lord Shiva
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