Char Dham Yatra Ex-Haridwar 9 Nights 10 Days Tour

Barkot(2N) → Uttarkashi(2N) → Phata(2N) → Kedarnath(1N) → Badrinath(1N) → Joshimath(1N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Dehradun/Rishikesh/Haridwar – Barkot (189 km / Approx. 8 hours’ drive)

Pick up from Haridwar/Dehradun/Rishikesh and drive to Barkot. Check into the hotel for arrival in Barkot. Overnight stay at the Barkot.

Barkot Weather - Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25- 30 degree Celsius, winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from 10 deg to 05 deg.

Early in the morning, after breakfast, drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti & Star Trek from here to Yamunotri (4 kms) (Either by walking, horse, or Doli at your own cost). After bathing in Jamunabai Kund's warm water and having "Darshan" of "Yamunaji," return to Jankichatti by trek. Later, drive towards Uttarkashi after checking out of the hotel and stay overnight at Barkot.

Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again.

Yamunotri: One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Taptkund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad." Here near
 The temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila.

Surya Kund: There are several thermal springs near the temple, which flow into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Divya Shila: A rock pillar worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
Yamunotri Weather- In summer, the maximum temp is 18 degree,s and the minimum is 10 degrees Celsius. The days are pleasantly cool, but the nights are cold.

In the morning, after breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi. Check into the hotel on arrival in Uttarkashi. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Uttarkashi is home to several ashrams and temples. The town's name reflects its similarity to the location (north of) of Kashi (Varanasi). Like Varanasi, the town of Uttarkashi is also situated on the banks of the River Ganga.

Early morning drive to Gangotri, enroute at Gangnani, take a holy dip in Garam Kund, and further drive to Gangotri.

On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred Ganges, also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, and relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Late,r drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Gangotri Temple: The temple was constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.

Gangotri Weather - The maximum temperature during summer can go up to 20° Celsius. Summer nights can get more fabulous with a minimum temperature of 10° Celsius. Light wool clothes are required while visiting Gangotri during summer. Winter season is very chilly in Gangotri. Gangotri will be covered in sheets of snow during winter. Pilgrim centers remain closed throughout winter due to heavy snowfalls.

After breakfast, drive to Guptkashi /phata  via Moolgarh & Lambgoan in the morning. En route, you can see the beautiful Mandakini river in Tilwara. The Mandakini River comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi, visit Ardh Narishwar Temple in Guptakashi. Check into the hotel on arrival in Guptakashi. Overnight stay at Guptakashi/phata.
 
Guptkashi:- The name Guptkashi means "Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Guptkashi but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally fulfilled their wish. There are more tangible connections as well. Kedarnath pandas (priests) live in Guptkashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through GuptKashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter

Guptkashi Weather - pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degreeCelsius. Cold in winter.

The morning after breakfast, go to Kedarnath. Enjoy Kedarnath Pooja Darshan & back to your hotel & Overnight stay at Kedarnath.

By Trek: Morning, our driver will drop you at Sonprayag, then you have to take a local jeep for Gourikund & then your trek start for Kedarnathji. After Darshan, you follow the same & back to Sonprayag. There is a big parking issue so the driver will go back other palace if his contact no. in not working then you have to arrange a taxi or wait for your driver & send a message any other driver.

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 of Lord Shiva. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of 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.

Kedarnath Weather - Due to its high altitude the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for most part of the year. Summer here is cool and pleasant while winter is severe. During summer season the temperature varies around 20°Celsius. Light woolen wear is recommended. Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with mercury falling to as low as 0°Celsius. During this time the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.

In the morning, after breakfast, proceed to Guptkashi by trek. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel Guptkashi/phata.

The morning after breakfast, drive to Joshimath. Check in to the hotel on arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims, after having a bath in the Taptkund, have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening dinner overnight stay at the hotel Joshimath.

After breakfast, visiting Brahama kapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). Other interesting sightseeing spots include Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. Overnight stay at Joshimath. Badrinath, one of the 'Ancient 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 bath before entering the Badrinath temple.

Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet. Vasundhara: As the name suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is 5 kms from Badrinath, out of which 2 kms. Is motorable upto Mana.

Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge lies over the Saraswati River. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock. It is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.

Vyas Gufa(cave): Near Mana Village, this is a rock cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the Pauranic commentaries.

Badrinath The average maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius, and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are required to stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Snowfalls often accompany winter in Badrinath.

Morning drive to Dehradun. En-route visits the Confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda River which is called Devprayag.

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • 09 Nights Stay as per the above mentioned hotels.
  • Meals as mentioned above (08 Breakfast and 08 Dinner).
  • Transfer and sightseeing as per itinerary & Vehicle mentioned above by (AC in non hill areas only.)
  • All toll tax, parking, fuel and driver allowances.
  • Extra Meals, Drinks & things not mentioned in including.
  • Guide / Entry Fees / Cable Car / Ropeway
  • Adventure activities: Rafting / Bungee / Paragliding / Rope Activities / Boat Ride / Jungle Safari.
  • Air / Train / Helicopter Tickets unless mentioned.
  • Horse / Porter etc for Trekking.
  • Travel & Medical Insurance.

General Terms and Conditions:

  • Rates mentioned above are valid for Indian nationals only until and unless specified along with the quotation.
  • The quotations are given without any confirmed reservations either from the airlines or hotels. Once the quotation is accepted by the guest and the advance amount is deposited either in cheque/cash to process the reservation, the booking is processed at our end. In case we are unable to get the confirmations, then the deposited amount shall be refunded to the guest. Once given confirmation, then full and final payment should be made either in cash or draft at the time when all the travel documents are delivered to the guest. For the packages which are booked under our Airline Group Packages, the airline tickets might be delivered 2 days before the departure of the group.
  • Base category rooms will be booked in hotels until and unless specified in the quotation. In case the rooms are not available in the selected hotel, rooms shall be booked in a similar hotel or higher category rooms where you will have to pay the difference.
  • Any date amendments in the air tickets will be considered as cancellation only, and new tickets are issued under the new applicable fare at the time of issuance of the ticket. Cancellation charges are applicable for canceled tickets as per airline policy.
  • Any amendments in the date or itinerary are to be intimated to us in writing, and amended confirmation depends on the availability of the given hotels on the requested dates. The cancellation policy shall be applicable in such cases.
  • In a tour package, no refund shall be made for unutilized services. It is at the guest’s discretion whether to take the service or not.
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  • The check-in and check-out time of most hotels is 02 PM to 12 PM, and the number of meals, including breakfast, is always corresponding to the number of nights booked by the guest. The hotel does not provide breakfast on the day of arrival.
  • For early check-in and late check-outs, payments are to be settled directly by the guest at the hotel.
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Agent: Get_go_trip

Charmila • 5 days ago

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Sameer • a week ago

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Prafulla • a week ago

Our Kedarnath and Badrinath trip was a wonderful experience, and the credit goes (Read More) to Shubh Dham Travels for making it smooth and hassle-free. Initially, I was a little hesitant about making the payment in advance, but everything turned out to be well-managed and trustworthy. We booked a complete package that included a private taxi, hotel accommodations, breakfast, and dinner. The hotels provided were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, making our stay pleasant throughout the journey. What impressed me the most was their excellent customer support. A special thanks to Jyoti, who assisted us throughout the entire trip. From the planning stage until the very last day of the journey, she was always available to help and promptly addressed our concerns. During the trip, we faced a minor issue when the taxi arrived late, but Jyoti responded immediately and ensured that the matter was resolved quickly. After that, everything was well-coordinated and on time. Overall, it was a well-organized trip with reliable service, good accommodations, and outstanding customer support. I would definitely recommend Shubh Dham Travels to anyone planning a Char Dham, Kedarnath, or Badrinath pilgrimage.
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Char Dham Yatra Ex-Haridwar 9 Nights 10 Days Tour

Barkot(2N) → Uttarkashi(2N) → Phata(2N) → Kedarnath(1N) → Badrinath(1N) → Joshimath(1N)

4.5 (106 Reviews)

36 Agents for Badrinath

STAY   budget hotels

$ 372

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