Char Dham Yatra in Himalaya 12 Days / 11 Nights (starting from INR 41100pp)
This mini Chardham tour of India comprises of ‘Yamunotri, the source of Yamuna River famous for its thermal springs and glaciers.’ ‘Gangotari the main religious places among the Char Dhams is closely related to Goddess Ganga, the river that we know as Ganges’. ‘Kedarnath one of the most sacred pilgrimages stands one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva’. And a famed ancient Badrinath temple also one of the four dominant sites in India’s Char Dham pilgrimage dedicated to the preserver, Lord Vishnu’. Pay a visit to these essential holy towns of Uttrakhand, strengthened by factors like natural beauty and religious zest which also emits a highly pious aura
Itinerary
Day 01
Delhi- Haridwar (210 Kms/approx. 6 Hrs)
Upon arrival in Delhi, we will pick up you from Delhi airport/ station and drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Relaxation at hotel. Later in Evening visit Har-ki Pauri for Aarti ceremony of mother Ganges [if time permits]. Return to hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Day 02
Haridwar- Barkot (180 Kms/approx. 6 -7 Hrs)
After breakfast at hotel. Check-out from hotel and drive to Barkot. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Dinner & Overnight stay at Barkot.
Barkot is an ideal destination to stay for pilgrims of Shri Yamunotri, It is situated 45 Kms before Yamunotri temple, from where paranomic views of the Bandar punch Peaks can be seen
Day 03
Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot – (36 Kms drive & 6 Kms Trek one way)
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Janki chatti. Janki chatti is the starting point for trek route towards Yamunotri i.e. 6 Kms one way [you have option either walk or hire Pony or by Doli at your own cost]. Upon arrival at Yamunotri, taking a Holy bath in Surya Kund (Hot spring) and visit Yamunotri temple “Darshan” and Pooja of pious “Yamuna Ji” at Divya Shila. Later return to Janki Chatti and then further drive back to Barkot. Dinner & Overnight stay at Barkot.
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Janki chatti. Janki chatti is the starting point for trek route towards Yamunotri i.e. 6 Kms one way [you have option either walk or hire Pony or by Doli at your own cost]. Upon arrival at Yamunotri, taking a Holy bath in Surya Kund (Hot spring) and visit Yamunotri temple “Darshan” and Pooja of pious “Yamuna Ji” at Divya Shila. Later return to Janki Chatti and then further drive back to Barkot. Dinner & Overnight stay at Barkot.
Day 04
Barkot – Uttarkashi (100 Kms/approx. 4 hrs)
This morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free. Later visit Vishwanath Temple. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 05
Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100 Kms/approx. 3 Hrs one way)
After breakfast, we proceed to Gangotri excursion tour. En-route enjoy picturesque Harsil valley, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at Gangotri visit Gangotri Mata Temple and perform Pooja. Thereafter we drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Gangotri – As per The Hindu mythology, Goddess Ganga – the daughter of Lord Brahma showed herself as a waterway to acquit the transgressions of King Bhagirath’s forerunners, taking after his extreme retribution of a few centuries, and Lord Shiva got her into his tangled locks to minimize the gigantic effect of her fall. She came to be called Bhagirathi at her incredible source. Along the right back of Bhagirathi stands the sanctum of Gangotri devoted to the Goddess. Roosted at a stature of 3042 meters (10,000 ft), it was developed in the mid-18th century by a Gorkha Commander, Amar Singh Thapa.
Day 06
Uttarkashi – Guptkashi (220 Kms/approx. 9 Hrs)
After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Guptkashi. Upon arrival at Guptkashi check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Guptkashi.
Day 07
Guptkashi – Kedarnath By Trek
Early morning you will drive till Sonprayag (vehicles allow till this point) from here you need to take local jeep/ Max to reach Gaurikund (3 Kms, on direct payment basis, approx. INR 100 per person). Upon arrival in Gaurikund, you will start your Trek towards Kedarnath Temple, which is long and beautiful man made trail. After reaching, performing Pooja and Darshan of Shri Kedarnath Temple. Later check in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Shri Kedarnath – is a majestic sight, standing in the middle of a wide plateau surrounded by lofty snow Covered peaks. The temple of Kedarnath, located at a height of 3,581 mts, stand at the head of the Mandakini River. The present temple, built in the 8th century by Adi Shankaracharya, stands adjacent to the site of an earlier temple built by the Pandavas. The inner walls of the assembly hall are decorated with figures of various deities and scenes from mythology. Outside the temple door a large statue of the Nandi Bull stands as guard. It is said that devotees who die here become one with Shiva himself.
Day 08
Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Guptkashi (20kms/8-9hrs)
Early morning, check-out from at hotel. Later trek down to Gaurikund. On arrival in Gaurikund from here you need to take local jeep/ Max to reach Sonprayag (3 kms, on direct payment basis, approx 100 per person). Later drive to Guptkashi. On arrival check-in at hotel.
Dinner & overnight stay.
Day 09
Guptkashi – Badrinath (210 Kms/approx. 7- 8 Hrs)
After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Badrinath via Chopta. Chopta known as Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand surrounded by meadows and evergreen forest with the spectacular views of mighty Himalayan ranges. Upon arrival at Badrinath, check-in at hotel. Afternoon at leisure. Evening visit at Shri Badrinath Temple Aarti [If time permits] Dinner & overnight stay.
Shri Badrinath Temple – It’s so great to take in the way that this sacrosanct destination which is being dedicated to Lord Vishnu has been committed to humankind. The area where Lord Vishnu pondered under a Badri tree for thousand unremitting years and taught us a definitive method for welfare of humankind is exceptional on the planet. Today, this temple is considered as one of the holiest Hindu temples.
Day 10
Badrinath – Rudraprayag (160 Kms/approx. 6 Hrs)
Morning after bath in the Taptkund visit to Shri Badrinath Temple, Brahma Kamal is significant for Pind Dan Shradh of ancestors (Pitru). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Mata Moorti Temple, Bhim Kund and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three Kms of Badrinath Ji.
After sightseeing tour drive towards Rudraprayag. Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 11
Rudraprayag – Haridwar via Rishikesh (165 Kms/approx. 6 Hrs)
After breakfast, check-out from hotel and drive to Haridwar. En-route visiting Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Triveni Ghat temples and Ashrams. Upon arrival, check-in at hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Day 12
Haridwar – Delhi (210 Kms/approx. 6 Hrs)
Breakfast at hotel, check out and drive to Delhi, on arrive you will transfer to airport to board your flight.
Chardham Map
