Char Dham yatra Package from Haridwar

Package highlights

• Helicopter option
• Private cab for transfers and sightseeing

Quick facts

Duration

9 Nights / 10 Days

Places

Rishikesh, Haridwar, Barkot, Uttarkashi, Guptkashi, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath

Stay

Deluxe category, twin sharing

Meals

Breakfast & dinner

Transport

Private cab

Best time

May–June and September–October are the best times for the Char Dham Yatra; the shrines are closed in winter.

Customizable

Yes

Day-wise itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot (210 km/7-8hr) HT : 1352 MTS

   Pickup from Haridwar Railway Station / Dehradun Airport / Railway Station. Drive to Barkot via Mussoorie, En-route visit Kempty Fall (Suggestible to have your lunch at Kempty fall as further no good restaurants are available before Badkot). Later drive straight to Barkot, transfer to your Hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad (Hill) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Overnight stay at Barkot. Barkot Weather – Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius, Winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from 10 deg to 05 deg. Distance – 210 KM Time – 7-8 Hours

2. 2

   Day 2: Barkot to Yamunotri – Barkot {36 km drive & 5 km Trek (one side)} HT : 3291 MTS.

   Early morning, Drive to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. The trek passes through a lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti, and several species of Himalayan shrubs. Distance – 36kms drive & 5 kms Trek (one side)

3. 3

   Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi (90 km/4hr) HT :1352 MTS.

   Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Vishwanath Temple & Others. Check-in Hotel. Rest day at leisure. Night Halt. Uttarkashi Weather – Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights is pleasant, Cold in winters. Distance – 90 KM Time – 4 Hours

4. 4

   Day 4: DAY DAY 04 Uttarkashi to Gangotri to Uttarkashi (100 km/3-4 each side) HT : 3048 MTS.

   Early morning drive to Gangotri, en route at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its natural beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees, and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Return back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi. Distance – 100 KM Time – 3-4 Hours

5. 5

   Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (220 km/8-9hr) HT : 1319 MTS.

   Drive straight to Guptkashi via Moolgarh & Lambgoan. En route, 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, evening visit Ardh Narishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel. Distance – 220 KM Time – 8-9 Hours

6. 6

   Day 6: Guptkashi to Kedarnath (30 km by road & 19 km Trek)

   Morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath Dham. Enjoy Kedarnath Darshan & back your hotel. Overnight stay at Kedarnath. By Helicopter: Morning our driver will transfer you your prebook Helipad. You can inform the driver about your arrival time whether it will by helicopter or by trek, so that Driver will be there to pick you up. (note: helicopter ticket is not included in this package). By Trek: Morning our driver will drop you at Sonprayag then you have to take local jeep for Gaurikund & then your trek strat for Kedarnath Ji. After darshan, you follow the same & back to Sonpraag. There is big parking issue so the driver will back tp another palace if his contact no. is not working then you have to arrange another taxi or wait for your driver. Distance – 30 KM By Road & 19 KMs Trek

7. 7

   Day 7: DAY DAY 07 Kedarnath to Guptkashi(19 km Trek & 30 km/1hr by Road)

   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 Temple Darshan trek down to Sonprayag. Further drive to Guptkashi. Check-in Hotel. Night Halt. Distance – 19Kms Trek & 30kms/1hr by Road

8. 8

   Day 8: DAY DAY 08 Guptkashi to Badrinath (215 km/7hr) HT : 3133 MTS.

   Morning after breakfast, drive to Badrinath. Check in to the hotel arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There is another interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinathjee. Overnight stay at Badrinath. Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet. Vasundhara : As the name suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is 5km. from Badrinath out of which 2km. is motorable upto Mana. Bhim Pul : On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers. Vyas Gufa (cave) : Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries. Badrinath Weather: The average maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are hence required for a stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Winter in Badrinath is often accompanied by snowfalls. Winter is very chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually closed for tourists. Distance – 215 KM 7 Hours

9. 9

   Day 9: DAY DAY 09 Badrinath to Rudraprayag (160 km) / Kirtinagar (200 km)

   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 is another interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinathjee. Later drive back to Rudraprayag / Kirtinagar via Joshimath. Check-in Hotel. Overnight stay.

10. 10

    Day 10: DAY Day 10: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh to Haridwar (160 km/5hr)/Kirtinagar to Rishikesh to Haridwar (135 km/4hr)

    Drive to Rishikesh, the ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by the 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.Later transfer to Haridwar Railway Station / Dehradun Airport. Tour Terminate. Distance – 160 KM Time – 5 Hours

Inclusions & exclusions

Where you stay

Hotel names are confirmed with your booking. If a listed hotel is unavailable, a hotel of similar standard is arranged. Ask us to upgrade any night.

Price

How this package is priced

• Gst Extra 5% on GST BILL.
• Extra Adult 35% & Extra Child 25% of the Package. (below 05 is complimentary)
• To book and confirm your tour we request you to deposit 35% Of the total Package amount, as an advance, balance amount to be paid before Departure.
• For Air/ Train Tickets we required Full amount.
• MODE OF PAYMENT : Net Banking / IMPS / NEFT / CHEQUE/ GPAY/ PHONE PAY/ UPI /SCANQR CODE / PAYTM – WE DO NOT ACCEPT CASH.

Questions about this package

Planning your Char Dham Yatra trip

Best time: May–June and September–October are the best times for the Char Dham Yatra; the shrines are closed in winter.

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