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BADRINATH, GANGOTRI , KEDARNATH, YAMUNOTRI
Overview
here are four holy shrines in Uttarakhand dedicated to Hindu Gods and holy rivers of India. These four shrines are situated within the Garhwal Region., and are collectively referred as “HIMALAYAN CHARDHAM” comprising of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath.
Pilgrims from all over India and abroad awaits the opening of these shrines each year.
In the year , travel to CHARDHAM will commence from April
It is believed that every Hindu should undertake Char Dham Yatra at least once in a life time to avail the blessings of gods adorning the shrines.
Trip Highlights
- visiting the source of the Ganga/Yamuna rivers, trekking to Kedarnath Temple, witnessing Badrinath’s alpine beauty, and experiencing spiritual serenity in the Garhwal Himalayas
Itinerary
Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is a sacred 10–12 day pilgrimage to four Himalayan shrines—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath—believed to offer salvation. Key highlights include visiting the source of the Ganga/Yamuna rivers, trekking to Kedarnath Temple, witnessing Badrinath’s alpine beauty, and experiencing spiritual serenity in the Garhwal Himalayas
Meet at the designated Point (Hotel) or Railway Station and proceed to Barkot. Evening arrival to Barkot check in at hotel. Dinner overnight stay at Barkot
Today early morning drive to Janki Chatti to visit Yamunotri Temple (Breakfast Packed). On arrival to Janki Chatti the base point of Yamunotri, booked Pony & Palki services from here (Own Cost). If you are fit enough you can do trekking also, quite a stiff trek. Arrival to Yamunotri visit the holy temple of Goddess Yamuna (3120m), present temple was built by Maharani of Jaipur Gularia Devi in 19th century. Natural hot water springs around the temple are main attraction for pilgrims. After the pooja / darshan return journey to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot for overnight stay.
After breakfast checkout from hotel and proceed to Uttarkashi, on the way visit Prakateshwar - Mahadev temple near Brhamkhal. On arrival to Uttarkashi (1158m) check in to hotel, in evening visit Kashi -Vishwanath Temple. Dinner overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Early Morning 5: am proceed to visit Gangotri Temple (Breakfast packed). Along with Bhagirathi River the journey of Gangotri becomes a wonderful journey. Beautiful valleys, small rivers, waterfalls local villages, worth to visit over here. On arrival to Gangotri Temple (3050m) visit the holy temple of Goddess Ganga, pooja / darshan. The present temple of Gangotri was built in 18th century by Gurkha commander Amar Singh Thapa. After the visit over return journey to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
Today after early morning breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Guptkashi / Sitapur. Evening arrival to Guptkashi / Sitapur transfer to hotel, after dinner overnight stay.
Early morning 4:am checkout from hotel and proceed to Sonprayag the reservation counter for booking Pony & Palki services from here (own cost) for Kedarnath journey. After booking Pony & Palki take local shuttle Taxi services (own cost) to reach Gaurikund
the base point of Kedarnath. Trekking route begin from here, On arrival to Kedarnath check in to dharamshala, after freshen up visit Kedarnath temple for evening Aarti Darshan. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Early morning today 5: am visit the Kedarnath temple for Pooja/Darshan/ Abhishek. Amongst the 12th Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva 11th is situated in Kedarnath. The ancient temple of Kedarnath was built by Pandavas and renovated by Jagat Guru Shankaracharya in
7th century. After breakfast checkout from hotel and trek down to Gaurikund 16km trek. Overnight stay at Sitapur / Guptkashi.
Today after early morning breakfast proceed to Badrinath, en route visit Narsingh Swami Temple at Josimath. In evening arrival to Badrinath (3400m), transfer to hotel After freshens up visit Badrinath Temple. After the visit to the shrine, come back to hotel, dinner overnight stay in Badrinath.
Early morning 4: am today visit Badrinath Temple for Abhishek/ Alankar darshan. The present holy temple of Badrinath was built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya during 7th century. The main idol of Lord Vishnu is built of black stone known as “Salegram”. Before the visit of Badrinath temple one must take a holy dip inside “Taptkunda” a natural hot water spring situated outside the temple. After the darshan of temple also perform the pooja/tarpan outside the temple near Brhamkapal. After breakfast checkout from hotel drive to Mana the last village of India situated on Indo - Tibet-Border visit Ganesh Gufa, Beas Gufa, Bhimpool and Saraswati river. Later on proceed to Hotel for overnight Stay
Today morning after early breakfast leave Rudraprayag and proceed to Haridwar. On arrival free time for exploration and drop at Railway Station. Journey concludes with everlasting memories of Chardham
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Accommodation in well Acquainted hotel rooms as per the itinerary for 9 Nights – 10 Days.
- Comfortable Tempo Travelers (NON AC) for entire tour Ex Haridwar.
- Breakfast as per the Itinerary.
- All Govt. applicable Taxes including GST.
Cost Excludes
- Helicopter Shuttle Charges
- Flight Tickets if any.
- Any service not mentioned in inclusions.
- Pony Charges, Helicopter Charges & Palki Charges. It has to be directly borne by the tourist.
- Guide charges
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, Porterage, Still / Video Camera fees etc.
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Any additional meals / en route meals, sightseeing and activities other than those mentioned in the itinerary.
Terms and Conditions
- All rates are subject to availability and may change without prior notice.
- Peak season, festival and weekend surcharges may apply at the time of confirmation.
- Hotels mentioned in the itinerary are subject to availability; in case of non-availability, similar alternate hotels will be provided.
- Package cost is based on the base category of rooms. Any upgrade in room or hotel category will be chargeable to the guest.
- All sightseeing, ferry services and water activities are subject to weather and operational conditions.
- Complimentary services, if not utilized due to any reason, are non-refundable.
- BHARATVALLEYTOURS reserves the right to amend the itinerary due to operational reasons or unforeseen circumstances.
- Guests are required to share correct names as per government-approved ID documents at the time of booking confirmation.
- Any personal expenses, optional tours, meals not mentioned in inclusions and additional services are payable directly by the guest.
- BHARATVALLEYTOURS shall not be responsible for any delay, change or cancellation caused by airlines, hotels, transport providers, weather conditions or government regulations.
Things to Carry
- Valid ID Proofs
- Sufficient cash as it is difficult to find ATMs in the mountains
- Waterproof trekking shoes & jacket
- Torch with extra batteries
- Warm clothes
- Camera with extra batteries
- Lighter & Trekking stick
- Personal medicine, Wind cheater
Quick dry hand towel
Torch with spare battery
Personal medical kit (if any)
Walking stick
Pullovers & Jacket
Monkey Cap & Sun Cap
