Chardham Yatra

The Chardham Yatra is a four Hindu sanctum in Indian Himalayas is a standout amongst the most visited pilgrimages in northern India. Hindu enthusiasts originate from everywhere throughout the world to visit the yatra at any rate once in an actual existence time. Char Dham Yatra, in particular, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath these are the sanctuaries, and all are arranged in the Garhwal district of Uttrakhand state. Yamunotri and Gangotri are committed to two distinctive revers named Yamuna and Ganga then again Kedarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva while Badrinath is devoted to ruler Vishnu. Kedarnath is arranged on the most elevated height among these four (3500M). Yatra is shut in winters because of substantial snowfall and revive in summer.

Highlights

• Delhi: A bustling metropolis blending modernity with rich historical heritage, from the Red Fort to India Gate.
• Haridwar: One of the holiest cities in India, offering spiritual solace at the ghats of the Ganges River.
• Barkot: A serene hill station, nestled amidst the picturesque mountains of Uttarakhand, offering scenic views and peaceful retreats.
• Yamunotri: The sacred source of the Yamuna River, famous for its hot springs and the Yamunotri Temple.
• Uttarkashi: A charming town with vibrant temples and the starting point for trekking to the Gangotri Glacier.
• Gangotri: A revered pilgrimage site, home to the origin of the holy Ganges River, offering breathtaking natural beauty.
• Guptkashi: A tranquil town known for its ancient temples and close proximity to Kedarnath, a major pilgrimage destination.
• Gaurikund: The base for the Kedarnath trek, renowned for its hot springs and religious significance.
• Kedarnath: One of the most sacred temples of Lord Shiva, surrounded by majestic Himalayan peaks and glaciers.
• Rudraprayag: The confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, with scenic views and spiritual significance.
• Badrinath: A revered destination for pilgrims, home to the sacred Badrinath Temple, set against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi – Haridwar

Morning from Delhi drive to Haridwar, evening on arrival check-in to the hotel. Overnight stay.

Meal: Dinner

Day 02: Haridwar – Barkot 

Post breakfast drive to Barkot, afternoon on arrival check in to the camp. Half day free for relaxation. Overnight stay in Barkot.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 03: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot

Early morning post-breakfast drive to Janki Chatti (starting point of the trek).

Trek for 6 km to reach Yamunotri, one of the four holy sanctums of Uttrakhand and likewise the source of the Yamuna river. Visit the Yamunotri sanctuary (devoted to goddess Yamuna worked by ruler Gularia of Jaipur), Suryakund (has a temperature of 190 degrees, travellers tie rice and potatoes in a muslin material and inundate it in the water to be cooked), Divya Shila, a stone column, revered before entering the Yamunotri sanctuary.

Trek back to Jankichatti and transfer back to Barkot for an overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 04: Barkot – Uttarkashi

Post breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. Upon arrival at Uttarkashi, check-in at the Shikhar Nature Resort. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi. 

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 05: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

Early morning excursion to Gangotri. Upon arrival, visit Gangotri temple. Post-visit drive back to Uttarkashi for overnight stay. 

Gangotri Dham: The eighteenth-century sanctuary is an unobtrusive rock structure originally worked in the eighteenth century and reconstructed by the Maharaja of Jaipur. Hindus trust that goddess Ganga was conveyed sensible by the fanciful lord Bhagirathi; additionally, the Ganga is accepted to contain “Amrit” sacred nectar and is said to rinse one all things considered.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 06: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi

Post breakfast checks out from the resort and drives to Guptkashi. Upon arrival at Guptkashicheck in the camp for overnight stay.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 07:    Guptkashi – Gaurikund – Kedarnath

Post breakfast drive to Gaurikund, from here starts your trek to Kedarnath.  Upon arrival at Kedarnath visit Kedarnath temple.

Overnight stay in the guest house.

Gaurikund: At a separation of 5kms from Sonprayag and at a height of 1982 meters. One can scrub down in the high temp water lake here and visit the Gauri Temple. This is where Goddess Parvathi pondered to accomplish Lord Shiva. It is the base for a trek to Kedarnath.

Kedarnath: The Kedarnath temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a picturesque spot arranged against the background of the glorious Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the defender and the destroyer. As per legend, the Pandavas, in the wake of having prevailed upon the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt regretful of having executed their own siblings and looked for the favours of Lord Shiva for recovery. He escaped them more than once, keeping in mind that escaping took shelter at Kedarnath as a bull. On being tailed, he plunged into the ground, leaving his mound superficially. The rest of the segments of Lord Shiva showed up at four different places and are revered there as his indications. The arms showed up at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the stomach at Madhmaheshwar, and his locks (hair) at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four previously mentioned places of worship are treated as PanchKedar. 

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 08: Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Rudraprayag

Post breakfast trek down to Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag. Upon arrival at Rudraprayag, check in at the hotel. 

Overnight stay in the hotel.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 09: Rudraprayag – Badrinath

Post breakfast drive to Badrinath, on arrival at Badrinath, check in to the hotel and you can also visit Badrinath temple if time permits. 

Overnight stay in a hotel.

Badrinath one of the ‘Four Dhams’ is a standout amongst the most commended journey spots of the nation and is arranged at a height of 3,133 meters, monitored on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar and Narayan with the transcending Neelkanth Peak giving an amazing setting. This respected spot was once covered with wild berries. Consequently, the spot got the name “Badri van”, signifying “woodland of berries”.

Meal: Breakfast + Dinner

Day 10: Badrinath – Rishikesh

Early morning visit Badrinath temple for Maha Abhishek puja. Post breakfast drive to Rishikesh. En route at Devprayag, take a short photo stop of its magnificent confluence view of Bahagirathi & Alaknanda. On arrival at Rishikesh, check in to the hotel.

Devprayag: The community of Devprayag at the conversion of streams Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, from this intersection point onwards, the new stream is called as Ganga. Prior to this point, Bhagirathi is considered Ganga. The spot is of high religious significance, as Ganga takes it genuine structure here. The town is named after a sage Dev Sharma, who lived here and thought. He is said to have been honoured with a look at god. Devprayag is a famous goal for Hindu explorers. Religious ablutions happen at two bowls uncovered in the stone at the intersection of the sacred streams. One on the Bhagirathi known as the Brahm Kund and the other on the Alaknanda called VashisthKund.

Dinner and Overnight stay in the hotel.

Meal: Breakfast+ Dinner

Day 11: Rishikesh – Delhi 

Post breakfast checks out from the hotel and drives to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi, transfer to railway station/airport for onward destination. 

Meal: Breakfast