The Himalayas, the world’s highest mountain range, have inspired people for centuries with their majestic beauty. Visitors from around the world are drawn to its serene and awe-inspiring landscapes, which have long been revered by sages and saints in India.
Day 01 : Delhi/ Haridwar / Rishikesh(220 kms/ 5 hrs.)
0900 Hrs : You will be met at a pick up point (New Delhi) and be driven to Rishikesh.
1600 Hrs :Approx On arrival check in at the hotel.
Evening attend Aarti at ParmarthNiketan
2000 hrs : Dinner & overnight staty at the Hotel.
Day 02 : Rishikesh / Barkot (205 kms/ 8 hrs.)
0700 hrs : buffet breakfast will be served at the hotel.
0730 hrs : Rishikesh sightseeing (while the driver collects its permit &hill clearance certificate).
Attractions in Rishikesh :–
LaxmanJula : one of the land marks of Rishikesh, it is believed that Laxman crossed the Ganges on jute ropes between the place the bridge is built.
SwaragAshram : situated on the foot of the Himalayas between LaxmanJhula&Ramjhula, filled with concentration of ashrams and temples. The place has been know for ages &popular with Yogis.
1100 hrs : Further drive to Barkot. On arrival check in into the hotel.
No activities : Acclimatize your mind & body to start a trek next day to Yamunotri
2000 Hrs. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel at Hotel.
Day 03 :Barkot –excursion to Yamuntri Temple.( 35 kms. Drive + 6 kms. Trek – one way)
0600 hrs. : Collect your pack breakfast from the hotel and drive to Jankichatti, from here start your trek to Yamunotri (6kms). You may go with other options likepony, Palki and Doli.
Attractions : Yamuna Maa Temple – the main diety.
: Cooked rice : pilgrims cook rice in the hot water kund & take back home as prasad.
: Surya Kund – the major hotspring which flows from the vicinity of the temple.
:Divya Shila – it’s a rock pillar worshiped before entring the temple.
After taking bath in JamunabaiKund’s&having “Darshan” of pious “Yamunaji” returning to Jankichatti.
1530 hrs. drive down to Barkot
1900 hrs. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04 :Barkot / Harsil ( 180 kms/ 7 hrs.)
After breakfast drive 165 kms to reachHarsil, & evening free for Relax.
Dinner & overnight stay at Harshil.
Harsil – Unexplored Valley
Harsil is an unspoiled and hidden jewel of Uttrakhand state It is situated on the bank of Bhagirathi River (Ganga River) at an elevation of 2620 mts above sea level enthusiasts and nature lovers.Dense deodar forest, gushing water of Bhagirathi, chirping of birds, salubrious environment and serene environs are the highlights of this little secluded destination.
Attractions :-
Harsil –on the way to Gangotri Harsil it self is an attraction a destination that has become popular among the traveller in a very short period of time.
Apple orchards –know for its delicious apples orchards harsil apples are popular globally today.
2000 Hrs : Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 05: Harsil – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (125 Km / 06-07 Hrs.)
0800 hrs : after breakfast at hotel and drive to Gangotri.
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.
Attractions :
Gangotri Temple –was constucted by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th century.
1200 hrs : drive down to Uttarkashi, on arrival check in at the Hotel.
Uttarkashi &Vishwanath Temple
Situated on the banks of River Bhagirathi is Uttarkashi, an important pilgrim center which is often equated with Kashi (Varanasi). It is situated at an elevation of 1150 meters.
1700 hrs : proceed for sight seeing of Uttarkashi
Attractions : Kashi Vishwanath Temple
: Aarti at Kashi Vishwanath Temple
: Shakti Temple
Submerged Shivling – according to mythology lord Shiva sat on this rock when he received GANGA in the matted lock., the rock is only visible during the winters when water level goes down.
2000 hrs : enjoy dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06 : Uttarkashi/ Guptkashi (Sitapur) (245 kms: 08 hrs)
0700 hrs. After breakfast drive to Guptkashi/ Sitapur.
1700 hrs. On arrival check in at the hotel.
2000 hrs. Dinner – Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 07: Guptkashi (Sitapur)– Sonprayag– Kedarnath (18 Kms drives + 20 Km trek / 07-08 Hrs)
0600 hrs after early morning breakfast 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.
On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges.
Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges.
Kedarnath
KedarnathMandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is on the Garhwal Himalayan range near the Mandakini River in Kedarnath, Uttarakhand in India.
Day 08: Kedarnath– Sonprayag – Guptkashi (Sitapur) (20 Km trek down/18 Kms Drives hotel drive)
Early morning get up and after taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the ‘Abhishek’ to Kedarnath Shiva. Everyone can go inside GarbhaGriha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. Later you’ll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag. The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and you’ll drive to Sitapur/ Guptkashi
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel
Day 09 :Guptkashi/ Chopta/ Badrinath (185kms./ 07hrs)
0800 hrs : after breakfast drive for Badrinath today via Ukimath, Chopta and Joshimath.
1400 hrs : approx – On arrival in Badrinath check in at your hotel.
Badrinath :situated at an elevation of 3133 mts. above sea level, Badrinath is one of the most celebrated pilgrim destination of the country.
Attractions –
Mana Village – it’s the last Indian village before Tibet, inhabited by the indo- mangolian tribe
Vyas Gufa – a rocky cave in Mana Village, it’s a belief that rishi Vyas scripted the famous epic of times “Mahabaratha”
Charan Paduka –a beautiful meadow where you can see the footprints of Lord Vishnu on a boulder Tapt Kund – it’s a natural hot water spring where the devotees take bath before entring the temple for pooja, darshan.
Narad Kund – very next to the Tapt Kund, its believed that the idol of Badrinath G was recovered from this pool.
Vishuprayag – the first prayag, confluence of Dhauliganga and Alakananda River.
Later proceed for darshan and Aarti of Badrinvishal.
2000 hrs Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 10 :Badrinath/ Joshimath (Auli)02 hrs.)
0800 hrs : after breakfast drive for Badrinath today via Ukimath, Chopta and Joshimath.
1400 hrs : approx – On arrival in Badrinath check in at your hotel.
Badrinath :situated at an elevation of 3133 mts. above sea level, Badrinath is one of the most celebrated pilgrim destination of the country.
Attractions –
Mana Village – it’s the last Indian village before Tibet, inhabited by the indo- mangolian tribe
Vyas Gufa – a rocky cave in Mana Village, it’s a belief that rishi Vyas scripted the famous epic of times “Mahabaratha”
Charan Paduka –a beautiful meadow where you can see the footprints of Lord Vishnu on a boulder Tapt Kund – it’s a natural hot water spring where the devotees take bath before entring the temple for pooja, darshan.
Narad Kund – very next to the Tapt Kund, its believed that the idol of Badrinath G was recovered from this pool.
Vishuprayag – the first prayag, confluence of Dhauliganga and Alakananda River.
Later proceed for darshan and Aarti of Badrinvishal.
2000 hrs Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 11 :Joshimath /Haridwar (225 kms/ 5hrs)
0800 hrs : after breakfast drive for Badrinath today via Ukimath, Chopta and Joshimath.
1400 hrs : approx – On arrival in Badrinath check in at your hotel.
Badrinath :situated at an elevation of 3133 mts. above sea level, Badrinath is one of the most celebrated pilgrim destination of the country.
Attractions –
Mana Village – it’s the last Indian village before Tibet, inhabited by the indo- mangolian tribe
Vyas Gufa – a rocky cave in Mana Village, it’s a belief that rishi Vyas scripted the famous epic of times “Mahabaratha”
Charan Paduka –a beautiful meadow where you can see the footprints of Lord Vishnu on a boulder Tapt Kund – it’s a natural hot water spring where the devotees take bath before entring the temple for pooja, darshan.
Narad Kund – very next to the Tapt Kund, its believed that the idol of Badrinath G was recovered from this pool.
Vishuprayag – the first prayag, confluence of Dhauliganga and Alakananda River.
Later proceed for darshan and Aarti of Badrinvishal.
2000 hrs Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Day 12 :Haridwar/ Delhi (200 kms/ 6 hrs.)
0900 hrs : After breakfast drive to Delhi – proceed for onward journey.
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12 Days Chardham Yatra Via Delhi