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Day by day
- Day 1: Rishikesh to Chopta. A long drive via Rudraprayag and Ukhimath.
Driving: About 8-9 hours (220 km) · Overnight: Chopta - Day 2: Tungnath and Chandrashila. Early walk to Tungnath and on to Chandrashila.
Driving: Walk · Overnight: Chopta - Day 3: Return. Drive back.
Driving: About 8-9 hours · Overnight: Rishikesh
Is it comfortable or rushed?
Balanced. Balanced; two long driving days.
Seasonal alternatives
In winter the temple is closed and the trail is snowy.
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Route map
Straight lines between stops are schematic only, not the road route.