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Chardham Yatra

Tour Starts From Delhi and Closes at Delhi

Durations: 11 nights / 12 days

Day 1 Delhi – Haridwar (210 kms/6-7hrs)

Arrival Delhi Airport / Railway Station / Hotel, Meet & Assist further drive to Haridwar. Transfer to your Hotel. Visit Har-ki-Pauri for Ganga Aarti in evening. Back to your hotel, Night halt. (Dinner) Haridwar, lying at the feet of Shiva’s hills, i.e., Shivaliks, in the Haridwar district of Uttaranchal Pradesh, is a doorway. Suryavanshi prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to the curse of sage Kapila. The penance was answered and the river Ganga trickled forth forms Lord Shiva’s locks and its bountiful water revived the sixty thousand sons of king Sagara. In the traditional of Bhagirath, devout Hindus stand in the sacred waters here, praying for salvation of their departed elder. It is doorway to the sources of the Ganga and the Yamuna, 3000 to 4500 meters up into the snowy ranges of the central Himalayas. The ‘Aarti’ worship of the Ganga after sunset and the floating ‘dia’(lamp) is a moving ritual.

Day 2 Haridwar – Barkot (Kharsali) (220kms/7-8hr)

Drive to Barkot ( Kharsali ) via Dehradun & Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall and later drive straight to your Hotel for night halt. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3 Barkot ( Kharsali ) – Yamunotri – Barkot ( Kharsali )

Start from here to Yamunotri (5kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can be offered to Divya Shila, after taking bath in Jamunabai Kund’s warm water and having “Darshan” of pious “Yamunaji” returning to Jankichatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)

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 a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.

Divya Shila : A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.

Note – we can arrange poli and doli for our guest on direct payment basis at hotel, for this we need 2 days prior information.

Day 4 Barkot (Kharsali) – Uttarkashi (100kms/5hr)

We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 5 Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100kms/ 5 hrs each side)

We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi. (Breakfast, Dinner)

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 (210kms/8-9hr)

Drive straight to Guptkashi . 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. Later proceed for Kedarnath Pre-registration and return back to hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner).

The name Gupt Kashi means “Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji 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.

Day 7 Guptkashi – Kedarnath (30kms by road & 20 kms Trek)

Morning drive to Sonparyag, Take a local jeep from Sonparyag to Gaurikund. From Gaurikund start your trek to Kedarnath (3584 mts) on foot or on by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath. Check in Lodge. Later visit Kedarnath Temple. Night halt. (Breakfast, Dinner)

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, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, feltguilty 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.

Day 8 Kedarnath – Rudraprayag (19Kms Down Trek & 75kms/4hr by Road)

Early morning, after Temple Darshan trek down to Sonparyag. Later, drive to Rudraprayag via Guptkashi. Check in Hotel at Rudraprayag. Night Halt. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Rudraprayag: Rudraprayag is one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River, the point of confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. Kedarnath, a Hindu holy town is located 86 km from Rudraprayag. The famous man eating Leopard of Rudraprayag hunted and written about by Jim Corbett (hunter) dwelled here.

Day 9 Rudraprayag – Badrinath (165kms/7hr)

Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Later at evening visit Badrinath Temple for Aarti. Overnight stay. (Breakfast, Dinner)

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 proppitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.

Day 10 Badrinath – Joshimath – Rudraprayag (160kms/7hr)

Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana Village. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee, if time permitting you would be visiting these as well. Later drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 11 Rudraprayag – Haridwar (165 kms /7 hr)

Drive to Haridwar, en-route visit of Rishikesh the ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by 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.Check in Hotel. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, and Shivananda Ashram. At evening visit Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Ashram. Overnight stay. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 12 Haridwar – Delhi (250kms/7-8hr)

Drive back to Delhi. On Arr. Delhi, transfer to Railway Station / Airport. Tour Terminate. (Breakfast)


City Standard Package Nights
Haridwar Hotel The Urmi (or similar) 2
Barkot Shiv Shakti Resort ( or Similar ) 2
Uttarkashi Bhagirathi Residency(or similar ) 2
Guptakashi Raj Palace ( or Similar ) 1
Kedarnath GMVN Camp / Lodges 1
Badrinath Hotel Om Kuteer 1
Rudraparyag Monal Resort ( Or Similar ) 2


Note : NO SEAT WOULD BE PROVIDED TO CHILDREN BELOW 5 YEARS OF AGE Supplement cost of Helicopter Tickets @ INR 8000 per person (Phata / Kedarnath / Phata).

HELICOPTER FARE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE / HELICOPTER SEATS ARE AVAILABLE ON FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS

IMPORTANT :- PLEASE NOTE THAT WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE/AMEND THE PROGRAM & HOTEL AT ANY GIVEN POINT TO SMOOTHLY OPERATE THE TOUR

Package Includes:

  • Accommodation on twin sharing basis
  • Accommodation for total 11 nights stay
  • Meal - Breakfast & Dinner (Veg meals on Fixed Menu)
  • Transfer & Sightseeing by 12 seated AC Tempo Traveler (AC would not work on hills)
  • One Mineral Water per day per person
  • Diver Allowance, Toll tax & parking Charges
  • Accompanying Tour Escort / Guide
  • 1 Lakh Travel Insurance (Age of 60 & above Required Medical Certificate)
  • Presently applicable taxes

Package Excludes :

  • Meals other than those mentioned explicitly in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses like portages, tips, laundry, mineral water etc.
  • Any activity not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Charges of palki, pony etc.
  • Helicopter tickets
  • Anything not mentioned above.
Departure Ex Delhi Date of travel Date of Return
1 16th May 27th May
2 18th May 30th May
3 23rd May 03rd June
4 25th May 05th June
5 30th May 10th June
6 6th June 17th June
7 8th June 19th June
8 13th June 24th June
9 15th June 26th June
10 20th June 01st July
11 22nd June 03rd July
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