10 Nights / 11 Days
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10 Nights / 11 Days
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Senior Friendly Char Dham Yatra Package
Haridwar(1N) → Badkot(2N) → Yamunotri(0N) → Uttarkashi(2N) → Gangotri(0N) → Guptkashi(1N) → Kedarnath(1N) → Guptkashi(1N) → Badrinath(1N) → Govindghat(1N)
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Haridwar
- You are welcome to the city of Hardwar (At Their Own), get checked in to your Pre Booked Hotel, relax or be a part of Ganga Aarti at the ghat of Hari Ki Pauri.
- This night you are staying at the hotel in Haridwar.
- Our team personnel will meet you at your hotel at 08:00 p.m for a complete briefing on the tour.
- (Note: You Can Reach Haridwar By Various Modes Of Transport – By Flight: Nearest Airport Is Jolly Grant Airport, By Train: Nearest Railway Station Is Haridwar Railway Station, By Bus: Nearest Bus Stand Is ISBT Opposite Railway Station Or You Can Reach Haridwar By Private Vehicle)
Day 2 Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun – Barkot / Syanna Chatti / Janki Chatti
- We will provide early breakfast at 07:00 am, depart from your hotel at 07:30, and bow down at Satya Narayan temple to start the Yatra, later directed to Rishikesh for registration formalities.
- You are directed to Lakha Mandal to visit self-emerging Shivlinga’s and was Lakshagrah during Pandavas time.
- Lunch at Nainbagh (on your own).
- You stay at Badkot, Syannachatti or Janki Chatti this night in hotel/Tents.
- Dinner will be served at 07:30 p.m; relax and pack your knapsack for the next day's journey to visit Yamuna Ji.
- Lakahamandal – an Archaeological Survey of India protected site (about 5 kilometres from the main road).
- Further on, visit the ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva.
- Barkot is a beautiful town nestled in the Rawain Valley of Uttarkashi District on the banks of the Yamuna. The locals of Gawain are warm and friendly, though they have been cut off from the rest of Garhwal due to its remote location. Their culture is similar yet distinct from the rest of Garhwal, and it is this that makes this area exceptionally interesting. This tour is a great chance to meet the locals, share a meal with them, and learn a thing or two about their culture and heritage. You can take in stunning views of the Banderpunch Range and the little villages speckled on the lower reaches of the surrounding hills. The town is en route to the Yamunotri Dham.
Day 3 Badkot/Syanna/Janki Chatti – Yamunotri – Barkot
- After breakfast, set out on a morning drive about 20 kms up to Jankichatti.
- Further on, travel approx. 6 km on foot for trek/Pony/Doli to Yamunotri.
- Here you can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and take a dip in the hot water of the kund (hot water spring). Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as a “Prasad”.
- Near the temple, “Pooja” can be offered at Divyashilla after bathing in Jamunabai Kund’s warm water and paying tribute to “Yamunaji”.
- After offering prayers at the shrine, return to Janki Chatti and further back to Barkot.
- Return to your hotel/Camps in Badkot and spend the night.
- Sightseeing: Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. Surya Kund: There are several thermal springs in the temple's vicinity, which flow into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Divya Shila: A rock pillar worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
- Weather – In summer, the maximum temp is 18 degrees, and the minimum is 10 degrees Celsius. The days are pleasantly cool, but the nights are cold.
Day 4 Barkot – Uttarkashi
- Meditation/Yoga session in the morning (on your own) and the time at leisure till late breakfast,
- At 09:00 a.m, drive to Uttarkashi (Kashi of North)and the centre of NIM (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering) Nag Devta temple & cave, another attraction enroute.
- Check-in at the hotel.
- Sightseeing: Today, you can visit Nag Devta & Gufa, Vishwanath temple & Shakti temple.
- Uttarkashi is home to several ashrams, temples, and the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. The town's name reflects its similarity to and location (north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, the town of Uttarkashi is situated on the Ganges, lies next to a hill named Varun Parvat, on the confluence of two rivers Varuna and Asi, has a ghat called Manikarnika Ghat and has a temple dedicated to Shiva (Kashi Vishwanath Temple) in the centre of the town.
- Weather – Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degrees Celsius, but nights are pleasant. Cold in winters.
Day 5 Uttarkashi/Harsil – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
- Early morning drive to Gangotri, enroute at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley.
- Harsil is famous for its natural beauty and the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains.
- On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin.
- Perform Pooja and Darshan; after that, relax for some time in the lovely surroundings.
- Return back to Uttarkashi.
- Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
- Sight Seeing:- Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi. Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
Day 6 Uttarkashi – Guptkashi / Rampur /Sitapur / Gaurikund
- Drive straight to Guptkashi via Moolgarh & Lambgoan.
- Enroute, you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini river comes from Kedarnath; drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi.
- On arrival, check-in at the Hotel/Tents/Huts/Cottage.
- Note: En route, you can get local basic Dhaba’s for lunch or snacks; suggestible to carry some dry fruits, fruits and readymade snacks with yourself along with some drinking water.
- Overnight stay at the Hotel.
- The name Gupt Kashi means “Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Lord Shankar first concealed himself at Gupt Kashi but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible connections as well-the Kedarnath pandas (hereditary pilgrimage priests) live in Gupt Kashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through Gupt Kashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter.
- Note: Thermal wear and a windproof jacket are essential considering the weather condition, along with Puja Samagri and some snacks or dry fruits. You are allowed to carry a small knapsack weighing a max of 2 kg/per person in the Helicopter. Kedarnath temple is approx 300 meters away from Helipad, and a straight path is to follow to reach the temple.
- Weather – Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degrees Celsius. Cold in winters.
Day 7 Guptkashi/Sitapur – Gaurikund – Kedarnath
- Before Sunrise, we drive to Gaurikund to start the trek and start to Kedarnath on foot /Pony / Doli.
- Pilgrims should carry personal medicines, heavy woollen clothes, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath.
- Check-in at the Hotel.
- Join evening aarti at Kedarnath Temple.
- After darshan, return for dinner and night's stay.
- Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name for Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas, after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty about having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and, while fleeing, took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull. On being followed, he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as Panch Kedar.
- Note: Please note accommodation at Kedarnath is very basic, and even hot water shall provide through buckets only. Pilgrims who have high altitude or breathing problems must take advice from their personal doctors.
- Sightseeing: Kedarnath Temple
Day 8 Kedarnath – Guptkashi
- 05:00 am is the time to reach for morning general darshan. However, people who have booked Rudrabhishek may get early darshan, after puja and breakfast, trek down to Gaurikund.
- Your driver will meet you at Soneprayag for a further drive to Guptkashi.
- Overnight Stay in Guptkashi.
Day 9 Guptkashi – Badrinath
- After breakfast, drive to Badrinath, Bow your head at Pandukeshwar for Yog Dhyan Badri and at the famous Hanuman Chatti.
- After Kanchan Ganga, the premises of Lord Badrinath welcome the pilgrims.
- On arrival at Vishnu Dham, go straight to the temple for Darshan & Puja.
- After darshan time, free for Pind Daan or visit other sightseeing of Badrinath Ji as Ganesh Gufa, Vyas Gufa & Bhim Pul.
- After spending the whole day in Badrinath serenity,
- Overnight Stay in Badrinath.
- Badrinath, one of the ‘Four Dhams’, is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name “Badri van”, meaning “forest of berries”.
- Tapt Kund: Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple. Narad Kund: A recess in the river near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered. Brahama Kapal: A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform propitiating rites for their deceased ancestors. Sheshnetra: 1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag’s eye. Charanpaduka: 3kms. away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder. Mata Murty Temple: Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Sesh Netra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka. Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet. Vasudhara: As the name suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath, out of which 2 kms. is motorable up to Mana. Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge lies over the roaring Saraswati river.
Day 10 Badrinath – Govindghat
- After Breakfast, Visit Mana Village, Check Out From Hotel.
- Later Drive to Govindghat / Joshimath. Check-In to the Hotel.
- Overnight stay.
Day 11 Govindghat / Joshimath – Rudraprayag – Devprayag – Rishikesh – Haridwar (280 kms/11 hrs – 12 Hrs)
- To sum up, start driving to Haridwar.
- Enroute visit Nandprayag, Karanprayag Devprayag.
- After Reaching Haridwar, Our Vehicle Will Drop You Near Railway Station.
- Tour Ends here.
- Rishikesh, the ‘place of sages", is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by the Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of “Hrishikesh ” and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh.
Package Policies
- Accommodation: Using Single / Double / Triple / Quad Sharing Basis.
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Guide Cum Tour Escort
- Transportation & Sightseeing On SIC basis Inclusive all.
- Assistance in yatra registration process
- 5% GST
- Guide Charges
- Airfare
- Rail Fare
- Entry Fees
- Special Darshan
- Pooja Fees
- Helicopter Tickets
- Palki
- Poni and anything which is not included in the cost includes.
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Stay in one place among five places.was below standard.
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Mahesh • 3 months ago
Good communication and well in advance booking details
Nothing to mention
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Sainath Vishvanath • 5 months ago
Stay & food is very good,, trip planning nice,
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RAGHAVAPUDI VENKATA SATISH • 5 months ago
Excellent organisation of trip, superb driver Mr. Amit Singh.
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10 Nights / 11 Days
Fully Customisable
Senior Friendly Char Dham Yatra Package
Haridwar(1N) → Badkot(2N) → Yamunotri(0N) → Uttarkashi(2N) → Gangotri(0N) → Guptkashi(1N) → Kedarnath(1N) → Guptkashi(1N) → Badrinath(1N) → Govindghat(1N)
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