Chardham Yatra (Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri)

Drive to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6km). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as Prasad. Here near the temple, Pooja can be offered to Divya Shila, after taking bath in JamunabaiKund's warm water and having Darshan of pious Yamunaji returning to Jankichatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Over Night Stay at Barkot. Yamunotri Trekking. Approximate Price For Pony:- Rs. 800 - 1200/- Per Person Approximate Price For Doli:- Rs. 2500 - 3500/- Per Person Sightseeing: - YamunotriTemple: MaharaniGularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. Surya Kund: There are several thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flow into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.

Drive to Maneri. Check into Hotel hears after at evening time visit Vishwanath Temple. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected. Overnight stay in Maneri (Uttarkashi). Sightseeing: - Visit Vishwanath Temple

We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), en-rooted we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After GangotriDarshan we return to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay in Maneri(Uttarkashi). Sightseeing: - Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi. Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in the winter months when the water level decreases. Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.

Drive straight to Guptkashi. 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 Overnight stay at the Hotel Guptkashi. Guptkashi: -The name GuptKashi means "Hidden Benares". Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shiv Ji first concealed himself at GuptKashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible connections as well-the Kedarnath pandas (hereditary pilgrimage priests) live in GuptKashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through GuptKashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter.

Morning drive to Sonprayag, Trek start from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (3584 mts) on foot or on by pony/Doli, Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woollen, toiletries and clothes for an. Check-in Hotel. Overnight at Kedarnath. Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name for Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war felt guilty for having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull. On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as PanchKedar. KEDARNATH'S STAY ARRANGE ON THEIR OWN. Kedarnath Trekking: Approximate Price For Pony:- Rs. 2200 - 3200/- Per Person Approximate Price For Doli:- Rs. 4000 - 6000/- Per Person Approximate Price Helicopter Fare -- Rs.7500 **/ per person Up to 80 Kg. (Rate May Be Change) Sightseeing: - visit Kedarnath Temple.

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 GarbhaGriha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. After darshan and puja, you come out of the temple and return to the Govt. Camps / Lodges. Later you'll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag. The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and you'll drive to your hotel. Overnight at Guptkashi, (Nala).

Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath.Check-in Hotel. Later in the evening visit Badrinath. Overnight stay at a hotel in Pandukeshwar.

After Breakfast early morning Time 7 we will drive to Badrinath. Badrinath: one of the 'Four Dhams' is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name Badrivan, meaning forest of berries. Overnight stay at hotel in Rudraprayag.

Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Rishikesh a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. your last lap of this ChardhamYatra journey. On reaching Haridwar. Sightseeing: - Visit Ram Jhula and LaxmanJhula.