Distance: Approx. 140 km | Time: 5–6 hours by road
Itinerary:

• Morning: Start your journey from Dehradun around 10:00 AM. Two convenient pickup points are:

  • ISBT Dehradun
  • Rispana Bridge

• Drive through scenic towns like Rishikesh and Devprayag, stopping to admire the Sangam (confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers), forming the sacred Ganga River.
• Visit Rudraprayag, where the Alaknanda meets the Mandakini river. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the riverbanks.
• Check into Hotel Tira in Rudraprayag, where dinner and fun activities (bonfire, music) await you.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

Distance: Approx. 40 km drive + 3–4 km trek | Time: 8–12 hours (including travel and trek)
Itinerary:

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning: Begin your day with a hearty breakfast.

Drive to Kanak Chauri Station, the starting point of the trek.

Embark on a 3–4 km trek through the enchanting Rhododendron Forests.

Reach the Kartik Swami Temple, dedicated to Lord Kartikeya, the son of Lord Shiva.

The temple offers stunning views of the snow-capped Himalayan ranges and is perched at an altitude of approximately 3,000 meters.

Enjoy the spiritual ambiance and scenic beauty.

Trek back to Kanak Chauri Station and return to the hotel for dinner and rest.

Itinerary:

• Morning: Check out from the hotel and begin the return journey.
• Stop at the revered Dhari Devi Temple, located on a rock in the middle of the Alaknanda River.

  • The temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali, and the deity’s form is believed to change from a young girl in the morning to an old woman by evening.
  • Marvel at the spiritual and scenic significance of this shrine.

• Enjoy fun activities and scenic breaks during the return drive.
• Arrive back in Dehradun, marking the end of the trip.