Day 1: Haridwar-Barkot (Drive 205 7/8 hours)
Arrive in Haridwar and meet your tour driver. Begin the beautiful journey of your CharDham Yatra by driving to Barkot. On the way to Barkot, have a quick stop at Mussoorie to visit the Mussoorie Lake and Kempty Falls. After that, continue onto your journey to Barkot. On arrival at Barkot, check in at the hotel for an overnight stay at Barkot.
Barkot Weather: During Summers, the weather is generally pleasant, with the temperature ranging from 25-30 degree Celsius. In winters, the days are pleasingly cool but the nights are cold, with temperatures ranging from 10 0 C to 05 0 C.
Day 2: Barkot-Jankichatti-Yamunotri-Jankichatti –Barkot (Drive 35 Km & Trek each side 12 km 2/3 hours)
Collect your packed breakfast from the hotel and drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti. This is where you begin your trek to Yamunotri (6kms). You have the options of either walking, or getting a horse back ride/ doli (at your own cost). After taking a dip in YamunabaiKund’s warm water and “Darshan”of“Yamunaji”, return to Jankichatti by trek. Return to Barkot for overnight comfortable stay.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur had built this temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. At 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”.
Surya Kund: There are a number of thermal springs near the temple, which flow into numerous pools. The most important of these is the Surya Kund.
DivyaShila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
Yamunotri 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 3 : Barkot - Uttarkashi (100kms/4hr) Height: 1352 MTS
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, proceed for Uttarkashi. After reaching Uttarkashi, check-in to the hotel. Later, visit KashiVishwanath Temple in. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi hotel.
Uttarkashi is a town situated in Uttarakhand and as its name denotes it is located in the north of KashiVishwanath temple on the banks of river Ganga. This town is for the people who are spiritual and those that seek inner peace. There are a number of rivers and temples to visit here.
Vishwanathtemple: Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, SakshiGopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. AkhandJyoti as well as AkhandAbhishek, special aarti at morning and evening are offered. As per SkundaPuran,Uttarkashi is known as ‘SaumyaVaranasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Shakti temple: Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is the Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cm at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics, this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga (Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here.
Uttarkashi Weather: Generally hot in summers, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights are pleasant, and can get cold in winters.
Day 4 :Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100kms/3-4 hrs. each side) Height: 3048 MTS
Collect your packed breakfast from the hotel, early in the morning, and leave for Gangotri. On your way to Gangotri, halt at Gangnani and take a holy dip in the Garamkund. Further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its natural beauty and for 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. After the Pooja and Darshan, relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Later 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, and is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
Gangotri Weather: The maximum temperature during summers can go up to 20° Celsius here. Summer nights can get cooler with a minimum temperature of 10° Celsius. Light woolen clothes are required while visiting Gangotri during summer. Winter season is very chilly in Gangotri; covered in sheets of snow. Pilgrim centres remains closed throughout winter due to heavy snow falls.
Day 05: Uttarkashi - Guptkashi (220kms/8-9 hrs.) Height: 1319 MTS
On the 5th morning of your trip, begin your next leg of the tour. Drive to Guptkashi via Moolgarh and Lambgoan. Along this scenic route, you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. Continue driving alongside the river to reach Guptakashi. Visit the ArdhNarishwar temple in Guptakashi. Later you will be dropped off at your hotel for chek in and overnight stay.
Guptakashi: The name GuptKashi means “Hidden Banaras”. According to mythology when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva; Shivji first concealed himself at Guptkashi. But soon after, he walked up to Kedarnath valley, where the Pandavas’ wish got fulfilled. Kedarnath is identified for its ancient Vishwanath Temple devoted to the lord Shiva, which is equivalent to the temple situated in Varanasi (Kashi). The other well-known temple here is Ardhanareshvara Temple, a half man half woman form of Shiva and Parvati.
Guptkashi Weather: Pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.
Day 06: Guptkashi –Sonprayag –Kedarnath (Drive to 30 km)
Post breakfast at your Guptakshi stay, you will leave for Kedarnath in the morning. After darshan of Kedarnath temple, stay overnight at Kedarnath.
By Helicopter: For a visit to the Kedarnath temple via helicopter, our driver will transfer you to your pre-book Helipad in the morning. The duration of the helicopter ride is usually 5 to 10 minutes (one way). After that our car will drop you back at the hotel for rest.
By Trek: Our driver will drop you at Sonprayag in the morning, after which you will have to hire a local jeep for Gourikund. This is where your trek starts for kedarnathji. After darshan, you will have to follow the same route back to Sonprayag.
P.S. Due to the unavailability of parking space, the driver might pick you up from a different spot than where he drops you. If you are not able to contact the driver (because of poor network coverage), you can get in touch with any other driver or hire another taxi.
Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a beautiful spot situated in the laps of himalayas. There is a strong mythological connection to Kedarnath. Legend has it that after fighting their own brothers in the Kurukshetra war, the pandavas were feeling guilty and asked for forgiveness from Lord Shiva. Hovever, Shiva repeatedly eluded them and found refuge in 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 PanchKedar. Another interesting fact about Kedarnath is that the temple, built in the 8th century A.D by Guru AdiSankaracharya, stands adjacent to the temple built by the Pandavas.
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 the summer season, the temperature stays around 20°Celsius. Light woollen wear is recommended. Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with the mercury falling to as low as 0° celsius. During this time, the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, winter is usually avoided by tourists.
Day 07: Kedarnath- Sonprayag-Guptkashi (30 Km. 1 hour)
Next morning, after breakfast, you will start your journey back to Guptkashi so that you can easily visit Badrinath the next day. After reaching Guptkashi, check in at the hotel. Overnight halt at Guptkashi.
This return journey can be either by helicopter or by trek (as per your choice).
Day 08 : Gupatkashi-Badrinath (Drive 220 km 7-8 hours)
After a good night’s rest, and a lovely breakfast at your hotel, you will start your journey to Badrinath. On arrival at Badrinath, our representative will help you with a smooth transfer to the hotel. After having a bath in the Taptkund, pilgrims usually go for the Darshan of Badrivishal and participate in the evening aarti. Brahamakapal is considered significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitras).
Additionally, there are other interesting sightseeing spots like Mana, VyasGufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. All within a three-kilometre radius of Badrinathjee. Overnight stay at Badrinath.
Badrinath is one of the ‘Ancient Four Dhams’ and also one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots in the country. It is guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop.
TaptKund: Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe 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 km from Badrinath- out of which 2 km is motorable upto Mana.
BhimPul: On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati River. It presents a spectacular view of water, thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
VyasGufa (cave): Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where VedVyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.
Badrinath Weather: The average maximum temperature will be around 18° celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woollen clothes are hence required for a stay at Badrinath throughout the year. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, in winter, Badrinath is usually closed for tourists during this time.
Day 09 : Badrinath - Rudraprayag via Joshimath
On this beautiful 9th morning of your trip, start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel and prepare towards the last leg of your trip- Rudraprayag. On the way to Rudraprayag, you will visit Narsingh Temple at Joshimath. Continue your drive to Rudraprayag. On the arrival at Rudraprayag, check into the hotel. Stay overnight at the hotel in Rudraprayag.
Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga.
One of the four ‘Maths’ established by AdiShankaracharya, Joshimath is the winter seat of Badrinath. The idol is brought down to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to worship. There are many other temples in this township. The most important among all of them is the Narsingh temple with the idol of Lord Vishnu. Overtime, the left arm of this deity disfiguring; and according to a popular mythological belief, when the arm completely withers, Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the residence into the neighbouring Niti Valley at BhavishyaBadri.
Rudraprayag is one of the PanchPrayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River. It is a confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. Kedarnath is located 86 km from Rudraprayag.
Rudraprayag Weather: Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 35-40 degree Celsius here. During winter, the days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold. Temperature ranges from 20 to 5 degree celsius.
Day 10: -Haridwar Drop.
Get an early start to the last day of your trip after a scrumptious breakfast at the hotel. Begin your journey back to Haridwar via Rishikesh. Halt at Rishikesh for some beautiful sights and temple visits. Laxmanjhulla and Ram jhulla are some of the unmissable spots at Rishikesh.
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Due to the holy land (Uttarakhand), NON-VEGETARIAN FOOD is strictly NOT allowed. The meals served during the tour will be purely vegetarian.
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Name – Shubh Mangaal Yatra
Account No- 09630200001349
IFSC Code- BARB0KAIDEL ( fith charachter is zero)
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Tour includes
- Transport from Haridwar to Haridwar by Innova – NON AC in hills.
- Toll tax and parking
- Driver Allowance
- Accommodation for 09 nights 10 days
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner at hotels only
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- Air fare / train fare
- VIP Darshan
- Helicopter ticket and VIP Darshan charges
- 5% GST
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
- Any other item not specified in 'Tour include'.
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- Entrance fees during sightseeing
- Travel Insurance
- Expense incurred due to bad weather condition, road closes, landslides etc.
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