Pilgrimage Trip to Kedarnath, Tungnath & Chandrashila

Join us for a 5 day pilgrimage trip to Kedarnath which is one of the sacred dhams of Uttarakhand State in North India, Tungnath Temple which is one of the Panch Kedars and World's highest Shiva Temple. We are also going to trek to Chandrashila, the Moon Rock from where you can witness the best sunrise of your life and view all the major peaks of Uttarakhand. About Kedarnath Kedarnath temple is one of the sacred pilgrimage centre in Northern India, located on the bank of Mandakini river at an altitude of 3584 meters above sea level. The historical name of this region is "Kedar Khand". Kedarnath temple is a part of Char Dhams and Panch Kedar in Uttarakhand and one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in India. Due to extreme weather conditions, the temple is open to the general public only between the months of April (Akshaya Tritiya) and November (Kartik Purnima, the autumn full moon). During the winters, the vigraha (deity) from Kedarnath temple is carried down to Ukhimath and where the deity is worshiped for the next six months. Kedarnath is seen as a homogenous form of Shiva, the 'Lord of Kedarkhand', the historical name of the region. The temple is not directly accessible by road and has to be reached by a 18 kilometres uphill trek from Gaurikund. Pony service is available to reach the kedarnath temple. According to Hindu legends, the temple was initially built by Pandavas, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest Hindu shrines of Shiva. Pandavas were supposed to have pleased Shiva by doing penance in Kedarnath.   About Tungnath : peacefully adorned on the Chandranath Parvat is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the highest Panch Kedar temple of Uttarakhand. It is the third (Tritiya Kedar) in the pecking order of the Panch Kedars. Tungnath is perched at an elevation of 3, 680 metres above sea level and is considered to be more than 1,000 years old. About Chandrashila : Chandrashila is summit of the Tungnath . It literally means "Moon Rock". It is located at a height of about 3,690 metres (12,110 ft) above sea level. This peak provides views of the Himalayas, including Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peaks. There are various legends associated with this place. According to one such legend, this is the place where Lord Rama meditated after defeating the demon-king Ravana. Another legend says that moon-god Chandra spent time here in penance.   Package Cost for 4 Nights / 5 Days : 12,500 INR -- Book your slot now by paying registration amount of INR 3000 -- Early Bird discount of INR 600 is applicable if you book your seat before 31st March -- Group discount of INR 600 each is applicable if at least 2 people book together Contact us at, Sachendra : +91-9404721445 / +91-78761 59186 Email : [email protected]

Trip Date : 27th May - 31st May
Pickup and Drop : Rishikesh
Group Size : 12
Trip Type : Road trip and trekking
Level : Intermediate

• The stay will be provided in a traditional homestay or GMVN Dormitory which is run by Uttarakhand Government. Triple/Quadruple sharing will be done on the basis of Male/Female count. This is a budget trip and focus is more towards experiencing local culture and promoting tourism in the village.
• Vegetarian indian meal will be provided. Only Breakfast and Dinner will be provided as mentioned in day wise itinerary. Participants have to take care of their own lunch.Trip Leader
• All the required permits
• First aid medical kit.

• Any personal expenses during the travel
• Forest entry ticket