Sacred India Circuit
Taj Mahal at sunrise, Ganga Aarti at dusk, and Kedarnath's ancient temple at 11,755 ft.
Package Highlights
Route Overview
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Delhi — Old Delhi Immersion▾
Arrive at IGI Airport. Private transfer to central Delhi. Afternoon orientation walk: Jama Masjid, Old Delhi lanes, Chandni Chowk street food. Welcome dinner. Rest.
Day 2Agra — Taj Mahal Sunrise + Agra Fort▾
Pre-dawn drive to Agra (2.5 hours). Arrive at the Taj Mahal gates as they open at sunrise — the most beautiful light of the day. Private guide explains the love story of Shah Jahan and Mumtaz. Afternoon: Agra Fort (Red Fort), Mehtab Bagh sunset view of the Taj. Evening drive to Rishikesh (6 hours).
Day 3Rishikesh — Yoga, Beatles Ashram▾
Arrive in Rishikesh by morning. Morning yoga session with local instructor. Visit the Beatles Ashram — walk the meditation cells where Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, and Starr wrote 48 songs. Evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Day 4Rishikesh — Rafting, Laxman Jhula▾
Morning white-water rafting on Grade II-III Ganges rapids (16 km). Afternoon: explore Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, ashram hopping. Late afternoon drive to Sonprayag (5-6 hours) — the staging point for Kedarnath.
Day 5Rest Day at Sonprayag / Gaurikund (6,562 ft)▾
Acclimatize at Gaurikund. Visit the ancient Gauri Temple and hot spring. Trek briefing. Early dinner and rest before the big trek day.
Day 6Kedarnath Trek — Gaurikund to Kedarnath (11,755 ft)▾
The most important day. Trek from Gaurikund (6,562 ft) to Kedarnath Temple (11,755 ft) — 16 km, 5,000 ft elevation gain, approx. 6-7 hours. Pony and helicopter options available (at extra cost). Arrive at Kedarnath — the ancient stone temple surrounded by Himalayan peaks. Evening puja (prayer ceremony). Overnight at lodge near the temple.
Day 7Kedarnath — Dawn Puja + Descent▾
5 AM — attend the pre-dawn abhishek (sacred ritual bathing of the Shivalinga) inside the Kedarnath Temple — one of the most sacred rituals in Hinduism. Trek descent (16 km down, approx. 5 hours). Drive to Guptkashi or Rudraprayag for overnight.
Day 8Drive to Haridwar▾
Scenic drive back through the Alaknanda and Ganga valleys to Haridwar (approx. 5-6 hours). Stop at Devprayag — the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers where the Ganga officially begins. Check into hotel in Haridwar.
Day 9Haridwar — Ganga Aarti + Ghats▾
Morning visit to Har Ki Pauri ghats — witness pilgrims bathing at sunrise. Mansa Devi Temple (cable car). Afternoon at leisure. Evening: the legendary Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri — bells, fire, priests, and 10,000 devotees on the river steps.
Day 10Haridwar to Delhi▾
Private transfer to Delhi (5 hours). Afternoon at leisure — Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, Lodhi Gardens, or shopping at Janpath/Dilli Haat.
Day 11Delhi — Cultural Day▾
Morning: Qutub Minar (12th century UNESCO monument), Mehrauli Archaeological Park. Afternoon: Raj Ghat (Gandhi memorial), National Museum (optional). Farewell dinner — North Indian cuisine.
Day 12Departure from Delhi▾
Private transfer to IGI Airport. Trip ends.
What's Included
✓ Included in Package
- ✓Airport pickup and drop (Delhi)
- ✓All transfers by private Innova Crysta
- ✓11 nights accommodation (3-star hotels in Delhi, Agra, Rishikesh, Haridwar; guesthouse/lodge near Kedarnath)
- ✓Taj Mahal private guide and entry tickets
- ✓Yoga session in Rishikesh
- ✓White-water rafting in Rishikesh
- ✓ITMB-certified English guide throughout
- ✓All meals on trek days (Days 5-7)
- ✓Kedarnath pre-dawn puja (abhishek) arrangement
- ✓Ganga Aarti guided experience (Haridwar)
- ✓24/7 WhatsApp support
- ✓Altitude sickness kit
✗ Not Included
- ✗International flights
- ✗Indian visa fees
- ✗Travel insurance
- ✗Meals in Delhi, Agra, Rishikesh, Haridwar (restaurants nearby)
- ✗Kedarnath helicopter (optional, ₹8,000-10,000 if preferred over trek)
- ✗Pony for Kedarnath trek (optional, ₹2,500 one way)
Pricing
All prices in USD. 30% deposit to confirm booking.
| Group Size | Price / Person |
|---|---|
| Solo Traveler | $1320 |
| 2 Travelers | $1230 |
| Group 3–4 | $1150 |
| Group 5–8 | $1080 |
Your Guide
ITMB Certified, Heritage guide (Delhi/Agra), Kedarnath yatra specialist, 15 years
What Travelers Say
From the Taj Mahal at dawn to Kedarnath at 11,000 feet — this trip showed me more of India in 12 days than I could have imagined. The guide was extraordinary.
The dawn puja at Kedarnath was one of the most moving experiences of my life. I'm not religious, but standing in a 7th-century stone temple as the priests chant at 5 AM — it gets you.
Perfectly organised. The Taj Mahal guide was superb — told us things no guidebook mentions. Everything flowed seamlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kedarnath trek hard?▾
It's 16 km uphill with 5,000 ft elevation gain — the hardest physical day of this package. However, ponies and helicopters are available as alternatives. Good fitness and acclimatization on Day 5 make it manageable for most travelers.
When is Kedarnath Temple open?▾
Kedarnath Temple opens in late April/early May and closes in November (exact dates follow the Hindu calendar). Best visiting period: May-June and September-October. July-August is monsoon — trek is open but wet.
Can I see the Taj Mahal on the same trip as Kedarnath?▾
Yes — this package is specifically designed to combine both. You see the Taj Mahal on Day 2 en route to Rishikesh, then do the Kedarnath pilgrimage on Days 6-7.
Is this a religious trip or can non-Hindus visit Kedarnath?▾
Non-Hindus are warmly welcomed at Kedarnath. The temple is open to all. Many international travelers describe it as a deeply moving spiritual experience regardless of their own faith.
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