Char Dham Ex : Delhi

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Overview

The Char Dham Yatra (10 Nights/11 Days) is a spiritual journey through four sacred Hindu shrines—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath—located in the picturesque Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. This pilgrimage begins in Haridwar or Rishikesh and takes devotees through scenic landscapes, holy rivers, and serene mountain valleys. Yamunotri and Gangotri honor the origins of the Yamuna and Ganga rivers, while Kedarnath is a revered Shiva temple, and Badrinath is dedicated to Vishnu. The journey blends devotion and adventure, offering spiritual fulfillment and breathtaking natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience for pilgrims and travelers alike.

Itinerary

DAY 1 : Delhi To Haridwar
- (Drive -245 Km /05 Hours Approx.)
- Today start your journey to Barkot from Haridwar and
  overnight stay in hotel at Barkot.
DAY 2 : Haridwar To Barkot
- (Drive -215 Km /06 Hours Approx.)
- Today start your journey to Barkot from Haridwar and
  overnight stay in hotel at Barkot.
DAY 3 : Barkot To Jankichatti To Barkot
- (Barkot to Jankichatti Drive -45 Km / Yamunotri 06 Km
  Trek One Side)
- After breakfast drive towards Janki Chatti. On arrival,
  begin 6 Km trek to Yamunotri. Once you reach, visit
  the main Yamunotri temple for Darshan; and seek the
  blessings of Goddess Yamuna Ji. After paying
  homage, trek back to Janki Chatti. From here, drive
  back to Barkot. Dinner & overnight stay in the hotel
- Yamunotri is a sacred place as the origin place of The
  River Yamuna. One of four sacred pilgrims of
  Uttarakhand. It is located at the north of Uttarkashi
  district in Uttarakhand. The temple was built by Amar
  Singh Thapa, Gurkha general in 18th century. Later
  the temple was damaged & renovated by Maharani
  Guleria of Jaipur in the 19th century. The source of
  Yamuna River lies in the Yamunotri Glacier which is at
  a height of 6,387 metres (20,955 ft) near the
  Bandarpunch peaks.
DAY 4 : Barkot To Uttarkashi
- (Drive- 100Kms/04 Hrs approx)
- After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in
  at the hotel. At evening visit the famous Kashi
  Vishwanath Temple. Dinner & Overnight stay at the
  hotel
DAY 5 : Uttarkashi To Gangotri To Uttarkashi
- (Drive- 100Kms/04 Hrs approx)
- In the morning after an early breakfast, drive towards
  Gangotri. Upon arrival, take a holy dip in the river
  Ganges & offer prayer to the Goddess Ganges. After
  Darshan, drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & overnight
  stay at the hotel.
- The holy Gangotri temple is located at this sacred town.
  It is believed that at this place River Ganges descended
  on the earth after severe penance of King Bhagirathi.
  The Gangotri Temple was built by the Gurkha general
  Amar Singh Thapa in early 18th century. The Ganges
  originates from Gaumakh which is accessible after 19
  Kms trek from Gangotri. During winters temple remain
  inaccessible due to heavy snowfall so the statue of
  Goddess Ganges is brought down to Mukhba, a small
  village in Harsil which lies on the way to the Gangotri
  Shrine.
DAY 6 : Uttarkashi To Guptkashi
- (Drive- 230Kms/09 Hrs approx)
- After breakfast drive towards Guptkashi. Upon arrival
  check in at the hotel. Dinner &overnight stay at the
  hotel.
DAY 7 : Guptkashi To Gaurikund
- (Drive- 30Kms/02 Hrs approx) Gaurikund TO
  Kedarnath (17Kms trek- one way)
- Start the drive at 0530 hrs sharp to Gaurikund.
  Sonprayag is the closest stop before Gaurikund at
  distance of 06Kms. Private Vehicles are allowed only
  till Sonprayag. (Hire the local vehicle from
  Sonprayag to Gaurikund)
- Upon arrival start the trek on the zigzag and well
  laid trail to Kedarnath or there are other options of
  pony or Doli available on rent.
- On arrival check-in at hotel, freshen up and visit
  Kedarnath Ji. Pay homage to divine statue of Nandi
  bull, located at the temple entrance gate. Attend
  the evening Arti and offer your prayers to Lord
  Shiva.
- You can also visit Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi, the
  grave of Adi Guru Shankaracharya, located at the
  premises of Kedarnath temple which is also one of
  the most popular spot at Kedarnath. After offering
  prayers get back to hotel for an overnight stay.
- Kedarnath Dham is one of the pre-eminent divine
  temple of Lord Shiva. Temple is situated in a breathtaking location, near the source of Mandakini River.
  Kedarnath temple is highest located among the 12
  Jyotirlingas and is also the most important temple
  among the Panch Kedars (group of five Shiva temples
  in Garhwal Himalayas).
DAY 8 : Kedarnath To Guptkashi
- (Drive – 120 Kms/05 Hrs approx.)
- In the morning participate the arti at and abhishek
  at Kedarnath temple & take blessing from
  Kedarnath ji. Latter after breakfast trek down to
  same way where you come from. On arrival
  Gaurikund Drive to Guptkashi and check into a
  hotel followed by dinner & overnight sta
DAY 9 : Guptkashi To Badrinath
- (Drive – 150 Kms/07 Hrs approx.)\
- In the morning, after breakfast drive to the holy shrine of
  Shri Badrinath Ji. There are various temples on the way like
  the Vasudev temple, Vandevi temple, Gurudwara Sahib,
  Garur Ganga temple, Hanuman temple, Ekadashi Gufa. Upon
  arrival at Badrinath, check in at the hotel. Freshen up and
  visit Shri Badrinath ji. Take a holy dip in Tapt Kund, followed
  by a visit to the main temple for Darshan and to seek the
  blessings of Shri Badrinath Ji. After the visit take some rest.
  In the evening you can visit the shrine for Arti Darshan.
  Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 10 : Badrinath To Haridwar
- (Drive – 310 Kms/9 Hrs approx.)
- After temple Darshan proceed drive to Haridwar and drop
  at Haridwar
- Badrinath Dham is located between the two mountains i.e.
  Nar and Narayan, Badrinath Dham or Badrinarayan temple is
  a holy shrine, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The sacred temple
  is first among the four holiest Char Dham of India & prime
  among the Chota Char Dham of Uttarakhand. The majestic
  holy shrine is also one among the 108 Divya Desams
  dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
DAY 11 : Haridwar To Delhi
- (Drive – 240 Kms/05 Hrs approx.)
- After breakfast, checkout from Hotel & proceed drive to
  Delhi.

Inclusions

Transportation (Delhi To Delhi)
Transportation Services by Innova/ Indigo/ Swift
Desire/ Etios/ Tempo Traveler(Ac will be off on
mountains)
Hotel booking depends on hotel room availability
2 Night stay at Barkot
2 Night stay at Uttarkashi
1 Night stay in Kedarnath Dham (Camp)
2 Nights stay in Guptkashi
1 Night stay in Badrinath Dham
1 Night stay at Haridwar
Meals ( Breakfasts & Dinners except in Kedarnath)
Sightseeing (All Local Sightseeing of the Places)

Exclusions

No GST
No Meals in Kedarnath
No Any Extra Meals during travel.
No Anything which is not included in the inclusions.
No Personal expenses like phone calls,laundry,room
heater charges, beverages, mineral water,room
service,tea,coffee,etc.
No Any train fare/air fare unless specified.
No Garden entrance fees, permits,camera fees,guide
charges.
No Any rides,boating charges,additional sightseeing
tours other than those mentioned in the
Inclusions/Itinerary.
No Any hike in fuel,tax structure (Luxury tax,transport
tax or service tax) any other expenses / service not
mentioned in the Inclusions