CHAR DHAM YATRA
Duration: 11 Nights/12 Days
Locations: Shri Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri & Yamunotri Dham
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Sightseeing
There are four Abodes in Char Dham Yatra collectively referred as “Chota Char Dham of India ” and popular as “CharDham Yatra” which includes four holy shrines of Hindus: Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. All of these temples are situated within the Garwhal region of Uttarakhand state in North India.Among four Scared sites Kedarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva while Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. On the other hand, Yamunotri and Gangotri are dedicated to Goddess Ganga and Yamuna rivers respectively. In Hindu religion, the CharDham Yatra have a great importance, and it is considered that every hindu should do Chardham yatra at least once in a lifetime.
- ITINERARY
- INCLUSION
- TERMS & CONDITIONS
- MAP
Day 1 : DELHI-HARIDWAR (222 KM: 6 TO 7 HRS)
Arrive New Delhi and we'll drive to Haridwar. On arrival at Haridwar, check in to your hotel. In the evening, proceed to
Har Ki Pauri to enjoy Ganga Aarti on the banks of Ganges. Dinner and Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Day 2 : HARIDWAR - BARKOT/KARSALI (205 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS/250 KM: 8 TO 9 HRS)
This morning depart for Barkot, located on the foot of Yamunotri. On arrival at Barkot, check-in to your hotel/camp. Rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad (hiII) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Dinner and Overnight stay at Barkot.
Day 3 : BARKOT/KHARSALI YAMUNOTRI (45 KM: 2 HRS + 5 KM START TREK/5 KM START TREK) â BARKOT/KHARSALI (5 KM START TREK + 45 KM: 2 HRS)
After breakfast/packed breakfast, depart at 5/6am for Hanumanchatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (5 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (5 Km trek). You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs.
Yamunotri (altitude 3,291 m), the western most shrine of the Char Dhams, is dominated by Banderpunch (6,361 m).
Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna, the twin sister of Varna, the Lord of Death. Yamuna is also the daughter of Surya the Sun. The actual source of the river originates from Champasar Glacier 1 km a head of the shrine, at an altitude of 4,321 mts. On arrival by afternoon in Yamunotri take holy dip in Yamuna River and perform Pooja, and take the same route back to Barkot, check in at Hotel / Camp. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Barkot.
Day 4 : BARKOT/KHARSALI UTTARKASHI (85 KM: 3 HRS/132 KM: 4 TO 5 HRS)
After breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in into the hotel. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi and is famous for its historical monuments, Temples & Ashrams. Dinner and Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 5 : UTTARKASHI GANGOTRI (97 KM: 3 TO 4 HRS) UTTARKASHI (97 KM: 3 TO 4 HRS)
Early After breakfast/packed breakfast and drive to Gangotri. Nestled in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri is set at an altitude of 3048 mts. Upon arrival at Gangotri take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin Visit the Gangotri Temple. The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirathi worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. After performing Pooja Late afternoon drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 6 : UTTARKASHI GUPTKASHI (203 KM / 7 TO 8 HRS)
After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Dinner and Overnight stay in Guptkashi hotel/Camps.
Day 7 : GUPTKASHI SONPRAYAG KEDARNATH (30 KM + 20 KM TREK)
Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From where, you will start your 20 km trek to Kedarnath. You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). Mandakini, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund. Trudging with you are pilgrims chanting"Jai Bholenath." Sometimes the mist would envelop the mountains and slowly lift away, revealing a shiny blinding-white peak that threatens to rupture the skies. On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt.Camps/Lodges (only basic accommodation is available on sharing basis with only room basis, you can take meal directly).
Day 8 : KEDARNATH SONPRAYAG GUPTKASHI (20 KM TREK + 30 KM DRIVE)
Early morning you get up before dawn and after taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the 'Abhishek to Kedarnath Shiva. Everyone can go inside Garbha Griha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. After darshan and puja you come out of the temple and return to the Govt. Camps / Lodges.Later you'll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag. The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and yoUll drive to your hotel/Camps. Dinner and Overnight at Guptkashi.
Day 9 : GUPTKASHI JOSHIMATH BADRINATH (200 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS)
This morning, you check out of the hotel and drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. After driving through some wonderful Ghat road you arrive at Badrinath (Must cross Govindghat before 5:30 pm). On arrival check into the hotel. After some rest and refreshments you are all set to go to Badrinath Temple for darshan in the evening. But first you have to go to Tapt Kund (Hot Spring), take bath and then go to the temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple of Shri Badrinath Ji is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and spire. Later back to hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10 : BADRINATH JOSHIMATH BIRAHI/RUDRAPRAYAG/SRINAGAR (92 KM: 3 HRS/165
KM: 5 TO 6 HRS/195 KM: 6 TO 7 HRS)
This morning, go for Badrinath darshan. After darshan return back to hotel, breakfast at hotel and proceed for Badrinath local sightseeing visit Mana Village and Bheem Pul. Afternoon driver back to Rudraprayag via Karanprayag.Rudraprayag is a small pilgrim town on the holy confluence of river Alaknanda and Mandakini. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Rudraprayag town. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 11 : BIRAHI/RUDRAPRAYAG/SRINAGARISHIKESH HARIDWAR (230 KM: 7 TO 8 HRS/165
KM: 5 TO 6 HRS/135 KM: 4 TO 5 HRS)
Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Rishikesh a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. On reaching Rishikesh you'll do the Rishikesh sightseeing visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula. Evening drive to Haridwar. On arrival check in at hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 12 : HARIDWAR DELHI (225 KM / 6 TO 7 HRS)
Morning breakfast at hotel, and you are on your last lap of this Chardham Yatra journey. Drive back to Delhi. On reaching Delhi transfer to Railway Station/Airport.
Yatra Complete with Blessings & Unforgettable memories!!!
PACKAGE INCLUDES
Transport Service from Haridwar to Haridwar by 01 AC Dzire/ Indigo,AC Innova,AC Innova Crysta, AC Tempo Traveller ( 12 Seater Pushback).
Toll tax and parking
Driver Allowance
Toll tax and parking
Proper Sanitized Room on Double sharing basis for 08 Nights.
Daily Delicious Breakfast & Dinner at Hotel only.
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDES
All Applicable Government Taxes/ 5% GST
Air fare / train fare cost extra
Special VIP Darshan at all holy shrines
Helicopter / Shuttle service ticket for Kedaranth ji
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc
Pony/Mule/Porterage cost during trekking
Any Guide and Rep service
Any Monuments /Entrance fees during sightseeing
Any Travel or Medical Insurance
Expense incurred due to bad weather condition, road closes, landslides etc
Any up gradation in Airline class or hotel room category
Any extra expense such as route change, Date change, Accommodation facilities, etc incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour.
Any other item not specified in 'Tour includes'
(TERMS & CONDITIONS)
The Expenses come out due to any hike in the Hotel rates by any amendment of tour by the changes of Train/ flight schedule. If any additional cost find out that would be paid by Guest.
Confirmation acknowledgement should be received from Himalayan Edge for 100 % surety of your booking.
The above mention rates are valid only for given period of time.
Standard/Budget Hotels are only served neat & clean room with hygienic food so don’t expect any luxurious.
We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the cost.
Due to the holy land (Uttarakhand), NON-VEGETARIAN FOOD is strictly NOT allowed. The meals served during the tour will be purely vegetarian.
(CANCELLATION POLICY)
Booking will be approved to be confirmed after get 50% advance payment.
If any Cancelation made prior of 30 days of the booking, There is no retention charged.
If any Cancelation made prior of 15 days of the booking, Cause to charge 50 % retention of the total amount.
If any Cancelation made after 15 days of the booking, Cause to not refundable of any amount.
In case of any immigration/Visa complications, the cancellation policy shall be applicable in full
Important Information for Char Dham Yatra : -
Due to the holy land (Uttarakhand ), NON-VEGETARIAN FOOD is strictly NOT allowed. The meals served during the tour will be purely vegetarian.
Trek only for Kedaranth ( 18 kms Perside) & Yamunoti ( 6 kms Per side ) by Trek / Pony & Helicopter only for Kedarnath & VIP Darshan is Mandatory for same day return.
Local Transport is required for Kedaranth Trek from Sonprayag to Gorikund .
Transports will go till Badrinath & Gangotri Temples with little walking distance.
In Kedarnath only Neat & Clean Budgeted Hotels is Available.
Biometric of the Passenger is necessary for Char Dham Yatra by Government as Free of Cost at several Places like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Barkot, Phata, Govindghat ect.
Require heavy Woolen Cloths & Raincoat for mainly Kedarnath visit or stay.