Yamunotri Gangotri Do Dham Yatra from Delhi

Package highlights

• Private cab for transfers and sightseeing

Quick facts

Duration

9 Nights / 10 Days

Places

Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar, Barkot, Uttarkashi, Yamunotri, Gangotri

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: Arrival At Delhi And Drive To Haridwar

   On your arrival at Delhi airport, our airport representative will welcome and escort you to Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar, check into your hotel. Then, in the evening, you can engage in Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri on your own, if possible, with available time and conditions. Enjoy the evening roaming around this spiritual town. We will spend the night at Haridwar. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Har Ki Pauri or Other sights on the edge of Ganga on your own.

2. 2

   Day 2: Haridwar To Barkot Via Mussoorie

   After having early morning breakfast, we take a bath in Ganga. Generally, we drive for approximately seven hours with a comfortable ride, stopping for short break at Kempty fall, if preferred. Otherwise, we will move continuously without stopping, and we can reach within six hours. Mostly, during peak season, there will be a massive rush in Mussoorie, so sometimes we divert the way to Barkot via Vikas Nagar. If we need to redirect the way, we should leave sightseeing around Kempty falls while returning. On our way, we will be visiting places such as Satya Narayan Temple in Haridwar, Prakasheshwar temple in Dehradun, and Kempty fall in Mussoorie. After reaching Barkot, we will check into the hotel, have dinner, and retire for the night. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Har Ki Pauri or Other sights on the edge of Ganga on your own.

3. 3

   Day 3: Barkot To Yamunotri, Return To Barkot

   Waking up early morning, we leave for Jankichatti through Hanuman Chatti and Phool Chatti. Firstly, we will drive to Hanuman Chatti, from here we need to take local jeeps for Janki Chatti. Taking vehicles helps to reduce the distance to walk by about 8km. If you take the automobile, you will be trekking from Janki Chatti. You need to travel for 6km from here to reach Yamunotri. You will also have the choice of taking a horse or Doli. However, you need to do it on your own expense. Upon arrival at Yamunotri, most people cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the natural hot water of the hot Kund. Pilgrims take this rice home as “Prasad.” Also, you can take a bath in the natural warm water of Jamunabai Kund; you can offer prayer near the temple to Divya Shila. Then, you can move to the temple of Goddess Yamuna and offer your prayers before returning to Barkot. After offering prayers and enjoying the surrounding view, we trek back to Janki Chatti. Then, we will drive back to Barkot, where we will spend the night. HANUMAN CHATTI: Hanuman Chatti is the confluence of Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna River. YAMUNOTRI TEMPLE: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built Yamunotri Temple in the 19th century. This temple has been destroyed and rebuilt a couple of times in the last hundred years. SURYA KUND: Surya Kund is one of the numerous natural thermal springs in the surrounding area of the temple, which flows into several pools. Surya Kund is the most important among these multitudes of thermal springs. DIVYA SHILA: Divya Shila is a rock pillar. There is a norm of worshipping Divya Shillal before entering the Yamunotri temple. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Janki Chatti, Bhairav Baba Temple, Yamunotri Temple, Tapt Kund– Return Via Synachatti, Ranachatti

4. 4

   Day 4: Barkot To Uttarkashi

   We will start our trip around 10 AM after having a delicious breakfast. As you might be tired due to the trek to Yamunotri, you can rest on the bus as we will be driving for around 4 hours to reach Uttarkashi. You can rest entirely on the van; the further trip will be even more tiring as we will be traveling between our destination most of the time. Driving for about four hours, we will reach Uttarkashi. Uttarkashi lies at the bank of the river Bhagirathi. On our arrival at Uttarkashi, we will pay a visit to Vishwanath Temple. There is a large iron trident erected in the Vishwanath Temple. Other famous temples in this area are Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav, Gyaneshwar, and Goddess Kuteti Devi. Visiting Vishwanath Temple, we will check in the hotel and enjoy the evening resting. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Shiv Gufa, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Shakti Temple or Nearby Area if possible.

5. 5

   Day 5: Uttarkashi To Ganganani To Gangotri To Harsil, Return To Uttarkashi

   We will leave Uttarkashi early in the morning. On the way to Gangotri, we will visit places like Tapt Kund (a hot water spring) and Harsil village. We can also witness some magnificent views of the Himalayas. After praying at Gangotri, we will return to Uttarkashi, where we will spend the night. GANGOTRI: Built around the 18th century, Gangotri temple is a temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa built the temple. The temple lies near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva. The sacred stone is Shivling, which is submerged in the river. This natural rock Shivling is the spot where, according to mythology, Lord Shiva sat when he received Ganga in his tangled lock. The stone is most visible during winter months when the water level decreases. There is another legend that Pandavas performed the great Deva Yagna here to atone their sins of killing their kin in the massive battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exotic structure with a height of 20ft, made of white granite. KEDAR GANGA SANGAM: About a hundred Yards from the Ganga Temple, the river Kedar Ganga flows. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank. GANGNANI: If you walk further up from Gangotri, you will see a hot water spring at Gangnani. There is a Kund called Rishikund where you can have a rejuvenating bath at natural hot water spring. There is also a temple of the Sage Parashar near the spring. The sage Parashar is believed to be the father of Ved Vyas. RITUAL AND ACTIVITIES: Perform Snan at Gangotri Ghat (VIP Ghat), Ganga Pujan & Aarti at Gangotri Ghat, Darshan of Bhagirath Shila, Darshan of Gauri Ganesha Temple, Finally Gangotri Temple Darshan after that you will offer prayer to Surya Kund. While returning from Gupteshwar Mahadev temple in Dharali, communicate with Tibetan people and learn more about their culture in Harsil. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Gangnani Kund, Harsil, Gangotri Temple

6. 6

   Day 6: Uttarkashi To Rishikesh To Haridwar

   Uttarkashi To Rishikesh To Haridwar After having early morning breakfast, we depart towards Rishikesh. On the way, we will get the gorgeous view of Tehri Lake. Rishikesh is a famous sacred town on the bank of Ganga. Shivalik range of the Himalayas bounds it on three sides. There is a belief that Raibhya Rishi did hard penance here, and the god named Rishikesh appeared, henceforth the name came to be known as Rishikesh. Upon arriving at Rishikesh, we will visit Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula on foot, as the vehicle won’t reach these places. The car will be waiting for you in the parking area. It is ideal for visiting this part of Rishikesh is by entering through Laxman Jhula and exiting from Ram Jhula. Likewise, you can see several Ghats, temples, and beautiful ashrams. Rishikesh is the second significant place for Sadhus and Saints. The site is also known as the Capital land of Yoga. If you missed Ganga Aarti before, you could engage in it after arriving at Haridwar. So, it depends on you if you want to explore around and reach Har KI Pauri, Haridwar, for Ganga Aarti. The Ganga Aarti typically starts by 6 PM in summer seasons, and 5:15 PM in winters. Those who did it before can enjoy some more time in Rishikesh and sightsee around. Or you can reach Haridwar and visit this beautiful place. As this is the last day of your trip, you can enjoy shopping in Haridwar. POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Enroute cross Srinagar Via Dhari Devi Temple, Kirtinagar, Deo Prayag, Rishikesh, Haridwar.

7. 7

   Day 7: Return To Delhi

   After breakfast, we will leave for Delhi and proceed to your destination as per your schedule. On the route, we can visit places like Daksh Temple, Shri Yantra Temple, and Maya Devi Temple. However, there is no sightseeing included in Delhi. If you want to explore Delhi, we can manage an experienced guide for you to enjoy the trip to Delhi. 1POSSIBLE SIGHT-SEEING TODAY: Daksh Temple, Shri Yantra Temple, Maya Devi Temple.

The published plan covers 7 of the 10 days. Ask us for the complete day-by-day itinerary for your dates.

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.

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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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