Char Dham Yatra Package from Haridwar

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• Day 01 – Haridwar - Barkot

  Your spiritual sojourn will start as you arrive at Haridwar Railway Station and meet our representative who will welcome you warmly and make the arrangements to transfer you to Barkot via Mussoorie. Barkot is perched on the Yamuna River bank and is one of the best destinations to visit in Uttarakhand. Hindu pilgrims stop over here before heading to Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham. Barkot is an important part of the Garhwal region and houses the peak of Bandarpoonch. It is an absolute haven for adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers. En-route you’ll stop by to witness the ethereal beauty of Kempty Falls. After arriving at Barkot you will check in to your pre-reserved hotel. Have a lip-smacking dinner and then go for a soothing sleep in your room.

• Day 02 – Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot

  Get up early in the morning and go for a drive to Phoolchatti / Jankichatti. From here you’ll undertake the trek to Yamunotri. The trek to Yamunotri from Jankichatti is around six kilometers. You can undertake the trek either by horse, on foot or by Doli. If you opt for options like horse or Doli you’ll have to bear the charges on your own. Once you reach Yamunotri Ji after undertaking the arduous trek you’ll take a refreshing bath in Tapt Kund which is a hot water spring. Have the Darshan of Yamunotri Jee and then trek down to Jankichatti. From Jankichatti you will go on a drive to Barkot. After reaching Barkot you will be transferred to your hotel and you will have a lip-smacking dinner. After having a luscious dinner you will have an overnight stay at Barkot.

• Day 03 – Barkot – Uttarkashi

  On the third day, you’ll relish a delicious morning breakfast and then check out from your hotel. Enjoy a scenic drive to Uttarkashi which is around a hundred kilometers away from Barkot. After a five to six-hour drive, you’ll arrive at Uttarkashi and check in to your pre-booked hotel. Relax for some time in your room and then visit Uttarkashi Market and Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Kashi Vishwanath Temple is an ancient holy shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva. As you visit the temple the chanting of mantras and the ringing of bells will purify your body and soul. Seek the blessings of Lord Shiva and then explore the Uttarkashi Market which is a haven for those who wish to have a retail therapy. Shop for handicrafts, clothes, and souvenirs for your friends and family, and then return to your hotel. Relish a scrumptious dinner and then have a relaxing sleep on your comfy bed.

• Day 04 – Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

  Wake up early in the morning and prepare yourself for a scenic drive to Gangotri. En route, you’ll stop by Gangnani and take a dip in Tapt Kund. The water of this thermal spring has therapeutic properties and can heal all types of physical ailments. After that, you will continue your drive to Gangotri via the Harsil Valley. Harsil is a panoramic valley renowned for its serene ambiance and natural vistas. After arriving at Shree Gangotri, you will take a dip in the Ganges river which is also known as Bhagirathi at its origin point. Visit the Gangotri Temple which offers breathtaking views of the River Ganga and the Himalayas. The temple is the most important shrine dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Seek the blessings of the Goddess and absorb the peaceful atmosphere. Later you’ll drive back to Uttarkashi and you’ll be transferred to your hotel. Have a tasty dinner and go for a soothing sleep in your room.

• Day 05 – Uttarkashi – Guptkashi/Sitapur

  Post breakfast you’ll check out from your hotel and drive down to Sitapur/ Guptkashi via Lambgaon and Moolgarh. You will stop by en route to see River Mandakini at Tilwara. Drive alongside the Mandakini River to reach Guptakashi. After reaching Guptkashi you will visit Ardhanarishwar Temple. Guptkashi is a very auspicious destination situated at 1319 meters elevation. It is a highly revered site as it houses two very famous temples- the ancient Vishwanath Temple similar to the one located in Varanasi. The other temple here is solely dedicated to Ardhanarishwar (a half-woman and half-man form of Parvati and Shiva).

  The religious importance of Guptkashi is considered next to Varanasi. This place has a close association with the Pandavas and the Mahabharat Kaal. As per mythology, Shiva proposed to Parvati at this site before they got married at the confluence of Son Ganga and River Mandakini in the small Triyuginarayan village. Another legend says that in 1669 when Aurangzeb demolished the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and built Gyanvapi Mosque, the Shiva Linga was moved to Guptakashi. After reaching Guptkashi you’ll check into your hotel and have a mouth-watering dinner. After the dinner, you will have an overnight stay at your hotel.

• Day 06 – Guptkashi/Sitapur – Kedarnath

  Option 1: Wake up in the morning and savor a hearty breakfast. After breakfast, you will drive to Helipad at Sersi or Guptkashi / Phata, as per the reporting time that has been provided by the Helicopter Company. After arriving at the helipad you will catch the helicopter for Shri Kedarnath Ji. Once you reach Kedarnath Ji after fifteen minutes of helicopter ride you will visit the Kedarnath Temple and perform the Pooja. After the blissful visit to the temple, you will have an overnight Stay at Kedarnath ji. If you want you can also return to Sitapur and stay over there.

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  Option 2: Get up early in the morning and complete the check-out formalities as you will say goodbye to Guptkashi and embark on a drive to Sonprayag. After reaching Sonprayag you will catch the government jeep for Gaurikund. From Gaurikund you’ll have to undertake an arduous trek to Shri Kedarnath Ji. The trek is around nineteen kilometers long. After reaching Kedarnath temple you’ll have darshan and soak in the spiritual vibes of this place. Later you’ll have an overnight stay at Kedarnath Ji. If you want you can return back to Sitapur and stay over there.

  Kedarnath: Kedarnath is one of the char dhams situated in the Himalayas. It is perched near the head of the Mandakini River at the height of three thousand five hundred and eighty-four meters above sea level. It houses the ancient shrine of Lord Shiva and has a beautiful backdrop comprising rhododendron woods, splendid sights of nature, and snow-covered mountains. It is believed that after the Kurukshetra battle, Pandavas went to Banaras to repent and seek blessings from Shivji. But, Shivji did not want to meet them and hence took solace in Guptakashi. However, Pandavas were continuously searching for him so Shivji took the buffalo form so that Pandavas couldn’t find him. But Bhima spotted him and tried his best to stop him from leaving that place. He held the tail and the legs of the bull but Lord Shiva dived and left him hump over there which is now worshipped by the devotees at the Kedarnath Temple.

  Kedarnath Weather: Because Kedarnath is situated at a very high altitude the weather remains cold year-round. Even during the summer, the average temperature is below 20 degrees Celsius. It’s considered the best time to visit Kedarnath. However, during the winter, the temperature goes down to even less than 0 degrees Celsius.

• Day 07 – Kedarnath – Sitapur / Guptkashi

  Option 1: Wake up early in the morning and you’ll be transferred to the helipad from where you will catch the helicopter. Fly back to Sitapur/ Guptkashi and head to Pipalkoti/ Joshimath/Govindghat. En route, you will stop by to visit Ukhimath which is also known as Kedarnath Ji’s winter abode. After arriving at Govindghat you’ll check in to your hotel and have a relaxing sleep.

  Option 2: This option can only be availed if you have returned on the same day from Kedarnath and are staying at Sitapur/ Guptkashi. Relish your breakfast and then complete the check-out formalities as you will proceed to Joshimath/ Govindghat/ Pipalkoti. En route, you will stop by to visit Ukhimath which is also known as Kedarnath Ji’s winter abode. Check in at your pre-reserved hotel at Joshimath/ Govindghat/ Pipalkoti and have a relaxing sleep.

  Option 3: You can also avail the trekking option: Get up early in the morning and undertake the scenic trek again to reach Gaurikund. After reaching Gaurikund you’ll drive to Sitapur and have an overnight stay over there.

• Day 08 – Joshimath/Pipalkoti/Govindghat – Badrinath

  Option 1: Savor a lip-smacking morning breakfast and then complete the check-out formalities as you proceed for Badrinath Darshan. Devotees can take a refreshing dip in the Tapt Kund and attend the aarti in the evening. Don’t miss out on the Darshan of Badrivishal. If time allows you can visit other popular sightseeing spots like Mata Murti, Charanpaduka, Mana, Vyas Gufa, Bhimkund, and the Saraswati River’s “Mukh”. Have dinner at night & have a soothing overnight stay at your Badrinath hotel.

  Option 2: (If Trekked) Wake up early in the morning and check out from your Sitapur hotel as you will proceed to Badrinath. Badrinath is one of the most sacred destinations for the Hindus. It is situated near the Alaknanda River and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and lush green landscapes that make it look like an otherworldly sight. Adi Shankaracharya established the temple years ago. At Badrinath Temple, you can see Lord Badrinarayan’s black stone idol in a meditative pose. Within the premises of the temple, there are idols of fifteen other deities. These include Uddhava, Garuda, Kuber, Lord Ganesh, Shridevi and Bhudevi, Nara and Narayana, and Goddess Lakshmi. Below the temple, there is a hot spring named Tapt Kund that is known to have water with therapeutic properties. You will stop by en route to visit Ukhimath which is also known as Kedarnath Ji’s winter abode. Continue your drive after soaking in the ambiance of Ukhimath. After arriving at Kedarnath you’ll take a bath in the Tapta Kund and attend the aarti in the evening.

  If time allows you can visit other popular sightseeing spots like Mata Murti, Charanpaduka, Mana, Vyas Gufa, Bhimkund, and the Saraswati River’s “Mukh”. Mana Village is India’s last village which is considered to be an absolute paradise for trekkers. This village is dotted with many unique caves like the Vyas Cave. Surrounded by snow-capped Himalayan peaks and a river flowing right next to it, this place looks like a fairytale destination. Away from the maddening crowd, this place is ideal for soaking the peaceful vibes. Another prominent destination is Bhim Pul which lies on the river Saraswati and is believed to be of the Mahabharat period. It is believed that Bhim constructed this bridge so that he could easily cross the Saraswati River. This natural stone bridge is the perfect place to see the union of the Alaknanda and Saraswati Rivers. Another destination included in the package is Vyas Gufa, a religious cave where Mahabharata was written by Ved Vyas with Lord Ganesha’s help. Many other Puranas, Veda, and Sutras were also written in this cave by Maharishi Ved Vyas. Have dinner at night & have a soothing overnight stay at your Badrinath hotel.

• Day 09 – Badrinath – Rudraprayag / Srinagar

  After darshan in the morning, you’ll relish your breakfast and then check out from the hotel. Prepare yourself for a scenic drive to Srinagar/Rudraprayag via Joshimath. En route, you’ll stop by to visit Narsingh Temple at Joshimath. Narsingh Temple is known to be Shree Badrinath Ji’s winter abode. Later you’ll head to Rudraprayag/Srinagar. You’ll stop by en route to visit Karnaprayag and Narsingh Temple. On arrival, complete the check-in formalities at your pre-reserved hotel and have an overnight stay.

  Joshimath: Joshimath is a natural and cultural haven surrounded by the Himalayas. This picturesque town is situated in Uttarakhand and holds immense spiritual significance. Joshimath also offers breathtaking views of snow-covered mountains, unblemished streams, and rich green knolls making it a paradise for nature lovers. Kalpavriksha, a revered tree that is considered to be Lord Vishnu’s incarnation, can be found in Joshimath.

  Rudraprayag: Rudraprayag is situated in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal district at the confluence of rivers Mandakini and Alaknanda. It is considered to be the gateway to the Kedarnath and Badrinath. Chopta Valley is situated just 2.5 hours away from this town.

  Rudraprayag Weather: Rudraprayag experiences very hot and humid weather in the summer with the average temperature ranging between 35 to 40 degrees Celsius. During the winter you’ll encounter pleasant weather during the daytime, and is considered the best time to visit Rudraprayag. In the winter season, the temperature at night drops down to 5 to 20 degrees Celsius.

• Day 10 – Rudraprayag/Srinagar – Haridwar

  Enjoy a tasty breakfast in the morning and then complete the check-out formalities as you head to Haridwar. En route, you’ll stop by to visit Dev Prayag, Dhari Devi Temple & Rishikesh. After that, you will embark on a sacred trip to Haridwar.

  Rishikesh: Rishikesh is the Yoga Capital of the World renowned for its stunning landscapes, serene environment, and picturesque views. It is located on the Himalaya’s foothills and you can enjoy various adventurous activities here such as bungee jumping, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and flying fox. It is also a spiritual haven dotted with various sacred sites such as the Triveni Ghat and Neelkanth Mahadev Temple.