Tour Overview
Char Dham Yatra is a popular pilgrimage tour in India that covers four holy shrines Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. These shrines are located in the state of Uttarakhand, in the northern part of India. The Char Dham Yatra is considered very important in Hinduism, and it is believed that visiting these four shrines will help one attain salvation or moksha.
Each of the four shrines has its own significance and history. Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is situated at an altitude of 3133 meters above sea level. Kedarnath is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located at an altitude of 3584 meters. Gangotri is the source of the holy river Ganges and is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna and is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.
The Char Dham Yatra usually starts from Haridwar, a popular pilgrimage destination in India, and takes around minimum 10 days to complete. The journey involves a lot of trekking and traveling through mountainous terrain. Pilgrims have to undertake a strenuous trek to reach Kedarnath and Yamunotri, while Badrinath and Gangotri can be accessed by road.
Overall, the Char Dham Yatra is a spiritually enriching experience that attracts millions of devotees from all over India and the world. It is considered to be one of the most important and challenging pilgrimage tours in India.
Pick-up & Drop Location
Any hotel in Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, or Faridabad. Pick-up is also available from Delhi Airport/Railway Station & Desired Location.
Enlightenment & spiritual journey for knowing about Hinduism teachings.
GuptKashi, Badrinath & Rudraprayag visit.
Pick up & Drop off service by AC Car with an experienced Chauffeur.
What's Included & Excluded
Inclusions
Private uniformed Chauffeur.
Sightseeing by private Air-Conditioned Car/Tempo Traveller.
Pick up and drop in Delhi Airport/Railway Station/Desired Locations.
All parking fees, tolls and taxes, allowances, fuel, and interstate taxes.
3 or 5-Star Hotel Accommodation with Morning Breakfast (If option Chosen).
Exclusions
Other personal expenses.
Any Other Activity That is not mentioned in the Inclusion.
Itinerary
[Day 1]
Delhi to Haridwar
Delhi to Haridwar (213 km, 4 hours)
Our driver will pick you up from the airport or from your Hotel and then drive to Haridwar. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
[Day 2]
Haridwar to Barkot (220 km, 7-8 hours)
Start your journey from Haridwar and drive to Barkot. En route, visit Kempty Falls.
Kempty Fall
Kempty Falls is a waterfall in Ram Gaon and at the south of Kempty, in the Tehri Garhwal District of Uttarakhand, India. It is known for its milky streams of water. At a height of 4500 ft surrounded by the valleys of Mussoorie.Overnight Stay in Barkot.
[Day 3]
Barkot to Yamunotri to Barkot
Barkot to Yamunotri to Barkot (36 km by road and 7km trek, 10 hours)
Drive to Jankichatti and start the 7 km trek to Yamunotri.
Yamunotri Temple
The holy abode of Goddess Yamuna is situated near the foot of Kalind Parbat (peak) and on a side of Banderpoonch Parbat. Nestled in the intimidating Himalayas, Yamunotri temple is believed to have been constructed by the king of Tehri, Naresh Sudarshan Shah in 1839. One of the Chota Char Dham pilgrimage sites, the stunning setting of the temple is enough to fill the hearts of the devotees with wonder. Yamuna River jets down from one side of the temple, which houses Goddess Yamuna in the form of a black marble idol. Ganga Devi too finds her place, in white stone, by the side of Yamuna.
Surya Kund (TIIE POND OF TIIE SUN)
Very near to the Yamuna Devi temple there are many hot water springs; the most significant among them is the Surya Kund. It holds the boiling-hot water as it emerges from the crevices in the mountain. People boil rice and potatoes by tying them in a cloth (preferably muslin cloth) and consider them a Prasad (religious offering) from Goddess Yamuna.Trek back to Jankichatti and drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay in Barkot.
[Day 4]
Barkot to Uttarkashi (90 km, 4 hours)
Drive to Uttarkashi.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Shri Kashi Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Uttarkashi, situated on the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple offers the spectacular view of river Bhagirathi along with the surrounding mountains.
Shakti Temple
Shri Kashi Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest and most sacred temples in Uttarkashi, situated on the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple offers the spectacular view of river Bhagirathi along with the surrounding mountains. Due to its popularity it is also the part of many Char Dham Yatra Itineraries, which helps pilgrims to visit this temple along with the famous Char Dhams. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
[Day 5]
Uttarkashi to Gangotri to Uttarkashi (100 km one way, 5 hours) Gangotri (Ganga river)
Take a dip in the holy river Ganga and visit the temple.
Gangotri Temple
It is situated in the majestic Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri, in Uttarakhand, is one of the char dham, which are considered an important pilgrimage for Hindus. It is the highest temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. The holy River Ganges originates from the Gangotri glacier, located here, and is called Bhagirathi.
Return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
[Day 6]
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
Drive to Guptkashi via Tehri Dam and en route visit the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini.
Guptkashi
Guptkashi is a city and municipality in the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India. It was originally called Guptakashi, meaning "secret city," because it was inaccessible and hidden from attackers due to its location on a hilltop surrounded by the river Ganges and steep cliffs. Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
[Day 7]
Guptkashi to Kedarnath (30 km by road and 19 km trek, 10 hours)
Drive to Sonprayag and trek 19 km to Kedarnath
Sonprayag
Sonprayag situated at an elevation of 1829 m is a famous site where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati were married. Flanked by nature's bounty and glorious snow capped peaks, it is also a place where River Mandakini meets River Basuki. It is a belief that devotees can achieve Baikunt Dham
with the touch of water.
Kedarnath Temple
According to Hindu sanskriti, the temple was initially built by the Pandavas, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest Hindu shrines of Shiva. The Pandavas were supposed to have pleased Shiva by doing penance in Kedarnath. It is one of the most spiritual and divine places on the land and the most famous temple for pilgrimes.
Overnight stay in Kedarnath.
[Day 8]
Kedarnath to Guptkashi (19 km trek and 30 km by road, 9 hours)
Trek back to Sonprayag and drive to Guptkashi. Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
[Day 9]
Guptkashi to Badrinath (180 km, 8-9 hours)
Drive to Badrinath and en route visit the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi.
Badrinath Temple
This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India. It
is among the four holy places or char dham, which are much revered by Hindus. Devotees
undertake a strenuous journey through the mighty Himalayas to reach this holy shrine.
Tapt Kund
This kund is believed to be the abode of Lord Agni or the fire god, the Tapt Kund lies in close proximity to the Badrinath shrine. Devotees often take a dip in this natural thermal spring before going to worship at the temple. It is a popular belief that taking a bath in the water of this kund will relieve devotees of their sins.Overnight stay in Badrinath.
[Day 10]
Badrinath to Rudraprayag (160 km, 7-8 hours)
Drive to Rudraprayag and en route visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa and Ganesh Gufa.
Mana Village
The traces of Hindu mythology, Mahabharata, are visible in Mana. It is believed that Pandavas had
to pass through this village on their journey to heaven. Bheem, the strongest of the five brothers,
built a rock bridge in order to cross the Sarasvati river.
Vyas Gufa
When the Guru Ved Vyas was reciting Mahabharata to Lord Ganesh he got angry with Lord Ganesha and decided to write the last chapter on his own in Gufa (place where Vyas ji lives). So the 18th Chapter of Mahabharata- the epic was self-written by Guru Ved vyas ji. The place was known as
Vyas Gufa.
Ganesh Gufa
Ganesh gufa is a cave in mana village near badrinath. It is believed that lord ganesh wrote the epic mahabharat at this place, more than 5000 years ago.Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
[Day 11]
Rudraprayag to Haridwar (160 km, 6-7 hours)
Drive back to Haridwar and visit the temple and other attractions in Haridwar. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
[Day 12]
back to Delhi
Our driver will pick you up from the Hotel and drive back to Delhi.
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