Adi Kailash Spiritual Circuit

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1
   Day 1

   Delhi — Overnight Departure to Pithoragarh

   Evening assembly at the designated Delhi meeting point. Board the overnight train or coordinated coach to Pithoragarh. Permit forms collected during the journey. Arrive Pithoragarh early morning, check in and rest.

2. 2
   Day 2

   Pithoragarh — Patal Bhuvneshwar Cave Exploration

   Day excursion to the sacred Patal Bhuvneshwar cave complex (2,370m). Explore ancient underground passages and spiritual chambers with expert guide narration on Hindu mythology. Return to Pithoragarh for overnight stay.

3. 3
   Day 3

   Pithoragarh to Gunji

   Morning drive from Pithoragarh to Dharchula, then onward to Gunji (3,600m) along the Kali River valley. Arrive by afternoon. Light acclimatization walk around the village. Overnight stay in high-altitude homestay.

4. 4
   Day 4

   Gunji — Acclimatization Day

   Full rest and acclimatization day at Gunji. Optional short hike to a nearby ridge for panoramic Himalayan views. Evening briefing by guides on the spiritual significance of Adi Kailash, tomorrow's route, and safety protocol. Early rest before the summit day. Overnight at Gunji.

5. 5
   Day 5

   Gunji — Adi Kailash Peak Darshan

   Pre-dawn departure for the alpine ascent to Adi Kailash peak (5,600m). Trek through rocky terrain and seasonal water crossings. Puja and sacred darshan at the Shiva shrine. Visit Parvati Sarovar glacial lake. Panoramic Himalayan views on the descent. Return to Gunji for overnight stay.

6. 6
   Day 6

   Gunji — Return to Delhi

   Morning departure from Gunji. Return drive via Dharchula to Pithoragarh. Guide debrief and certificate of pilgrimage completion. Overnight stay at Pithoragarh or onward journey to Delhi depending on connecting arrangements.