CHARDHAM YATRA 09N / 10 D
10 Days / 09 Nights
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Overview
- Duration:10 days 9 nights
The Chardham of Garhwal refers to the four ancient temples the mark the spiritual sources of four sacred rivers, the Yamuna [Yamunotri], the Ganga [Gangotri], the Mandakini [Kedarnath] and the Alkananda [Badrinath]. Every year during the Yatra [pilgrimage] season from April to November, hundreds of thousands of dedicated Hindu pilgrims makes the important treks – the exact dates that the temples are open are announced each year by local priests.
Highlights
- NOTE :
- In Haridwar, Rishikesh and at the shrines non-vegetarian food and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
- Rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking
- These are just quotations, we are not holding any booking
- A/C will be operating only in plane (Delhi - Rishikesh)
- Vehicle will not be at disposal but will perform its respective duties as per itinerary
- All chauffeurs will follow the itinerary given in advance at the time of costing, any changes in the itinerary without approvals from us will not be entertained and will be charged as per the tariff and chauffeur has right to refuse to visit any place not mentioned in the itinerary handed over to him by us.
- In case of mechanical fault or miss happening, we will be requiring the time to reach there so as to replace the vehicle.
- All payments have to be made in advance before departure or start of services.
- General Check in Time: 12:00 Hours, Check Out Time: 12:00 Hours
- As per Government rules, we request all the guests to carry a valid photo-Identity card
- Foreign Nationals are requested to present their passport and valid visa at the time of Check in at the hotel.
- TRAVEL TIPS
- Weather conditions:
- Your journey shall be involved trekking across high mountains facing strong cold winds.
- You must carry: -
- (i) adequate woollen clothing; (ii) a small umbrella; (iii) Winchester; (iv) raincoat; (v) waterproof trekking shoes; (vi) torch (vii) walking stick; (viii) cap (preferably a monkey cap; (ix) gloves; (x) jacket; (xi) woollen socks; (xii) trousers (preferably a waterproof pair). These items are essential as the climate is highly unpredictable and changes abruptly from sunny weather to rain and snow. The temperature can sometimes abruptly fall to 5 degrees Celsius or lower.
- Id proofs
- Government issued identity proofs need to be shown at the hotel or resort before check-in. Always keep the Id proof with yourself while travelling. Keep a digital copy of your documents in your mobile devices in case of loss or emergency. (Pan Card won’t be acceptable)
- Safety Tips
- Maintain distance with tourist guides, bus conductors, taxi drivers and local guides if you find them pressuring you to take their assistance. Don’t be rude, but decline their offers politely,
- Do not go out alone during late evenings and at night. Always move in groups.
- Make a note of emergency numbers and details of the hotel where you are put in.
- Avoid taking eatables offered by the local people in buses, taxis etc.
- Make sure all your expensive stuff is kept in the safety lockers of your hotel room. Carry just enough money. During your travel, keep your cameras and other devices safely in a bed and check regularly.
- Maintain a separate pouch to keep liquid cash handy. In case you are carrying more money or withdrew it from ATM, do not expose it in the public place
- Do not trust strangers.
- Always ask for authorized tourist guides who have a badge provided by the Indian Government.
Includes/Excludes
- Accommodation on double sharing basis
- Meal Plan MAP (08 Breakfast +08 Dinner)
- Kedarnath accommodation on sharing & EP basis only
- A/C Vehicle, Sedan Car, Ertiga, Innova Crysta, Tempo Traveler
- State Tax, Toll Tax, Parking Driver DA
- Sightseeing & Transfer as per tour itinerary
- Note: AC/ will operate only in plane after Dehradun - Rishikesh in hills it will be switched off.
- Air Fare/Train fare
- Auto / Ropeway / Pony / Palki / Helicopter / Rafting / Bungee Jumping & other not to mention adventure activities.
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).
- Any increase in taxes or fuel price, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure.
- Service Tax.
- Anything which is not included in the inclusion.
Itinerary
Expand allDay 1- Dehradun / Haridwar / Rishikesh –Barkot
Arrival to Dehradun / Haridwar pickup from Airport / Railway Station in morning and proceeds to Barkot. Evening arrival to Barkot check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Barkot.
Day 2- Barkot – Jankichatti – Yamunotri – Jankichatti – Barkot
Today early morning drive to Jankichatti to visit Yamunotri Temple (Breakfast packed). On arrival at Jankichatti the base point of Yamunotri, Pony & Palki services were booked from here (Own Cost). If you are fit enough, you can do trekking also, quite a stiff trek. Arrival to Yamunotri visit the holy temple of Goddess Yamuna (3120m), present temple was built by Maharani of Jaipur Guleria Devi in 19th century. Natural hot water springs around the temple are the main attraction for pilgrims. After the pooja / darshan return journey to Jankichatti and drive back to Barkot for overnight stay.
Day 3- Barkot – Uttarkashi
After breakfast checkout from the hotel and proceed to Uttarkashi, on the way visit Prakateshwar - Mahadev temple near Brahmakhal. On arrival to Uttarkashi (1158m) check in to the hotel, in the evening visit Kashi -Vishwanath Temple. Dinner and overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 4- Uttarkashi – Gangotri –Uttarkashi
Early Morning 5: am proceed to visit Gangotri Temple (Breakfast packed). Along with Bhagirathi River the journey of Gangotri becomes a wonderful journey. Beautiful valleys, small rivers, waterfalls and local villages, worth visiting over here. On arrival at Gangotri Temple (3050m) visit the holy temple of Goddess Ganga, pooja / darshan. The present temple of Gangotri was built in the 18th century by Gurkha commander Amar Singh Thapa. After the visit over return journey to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
Day 5- Uttarkashi – Guptkashi / Sitapur
Today after early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Guptkashi / Sitapur. Evening arrival to Guptkashi / Sitapur transfer to hotel, after dinner overnight stay.
Day 6- Guptkashi / Sitapur – Kedarnath
Early morning 4: am checkout from the hotel and proceed to Sonprayag the reservation counter for booking Pony & Palki services from here (own cost) for Kedarnath journey. After booking Pony & Palki take local shuttle Taxi services (own cost) to reach Gaurikund the base point of Kedarnath. Trekking route begin from here, Note: Present trekking route is very tough & hard for climbing. On arrival to Kedarnath check in to hotel, after freshen up visit Kedarnath temple for evening Aarti Darshan. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Day 7- Kedarnath – Gaurikund - Sitapur / Guptkashi
Early morning today 5: am visit the Kedarnath temple for Pooja/Darshan/ Abhishek. Amongst the 12th Joytirlinga of Lord Shiva 11th is situated in Kedarnath. The ancient temple of Kedarnath was built by Pandvas and renovated by Jagatguru Shankaracharya in 7th century. After breakfast checkout from hotel and trek down to Gaurikund 16km trek. On arrival to Gaurikund take shuttle Taxi services for Sonprayag (own cost) pickup & transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at Sitapur / Guptkashi.
Day 8- Guptkashi / Sitapur- Joshimath /Badrinath
Today after breakfast checkout from the hotel and proceed to Joshimath / Badrinath, enroute visit Narsingh Swami Temple at Joshimath. Arrival to Badrinath check in at the hotel, after freshening up visit Badrinath temple for evening Aarti Darshan. Dinner and overnight stay at Badrinath.
Day 9- Badrinath – Joshimath /Pipalkoti / Rudraprayag
Early in the morning today visit Badrinath Temple for Abhishek Alankar Darshan. The present holy temple of Badrinath was built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya during 8th century. The main idol of Lord Vishnu is built of black stone known as “Salegram”. Before the visit of Badrinath temple one must take a holy dip inside “Taptkunda” a natural hot water spring situated outside the temple. After the darshan of temple also perform the pooja/tarpan outside the temple near Brahma Kapal. After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Mana the last village of India situated on Indo - Tibet-Border visit Ganesh Gufa, Beas Gufa, Bhimpool and Saraswati river. Later on, proceed to Joshimath / Pipalkoti / Rudraprayag for overnight stay.
Day 10-Joshimath/ Pipalkoti / Rudraprayag – Haridwar /Dehradun /Rishikesh Drop Only
Today morning after early breakfast leave Joshimath / Pipalkoti / Rudraprayag and proceed to Haridwar, en route visit Rishikesh sightseeing including Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula. Evening drop to Airport Railway Station. Journey concludes with happy memories….!!!!
Day 11-Joshimath – Auli – Joshimath
- Today after breakfast you can fully enjoy at Auli take a Chair car ride to Auli (Own cost). A Breathtaking view of Nanda Devi Peak, the highest peak of Garhwal Himalayas 7800 meters, other than that mount Kamet and Mana Parvat also visible from here. One can also visit Gorson Bugyal this is a beautiful and peaceful meadow which provides a terrific view of Nandadevi. It is a 4 km trek from Auli and one needs to go by a cable car till a certain point. The trek also passes through a forest full of coniferous trees. After the visit over back to hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Joshimath.
Day 12-Joshimath – Rishikesh
- After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed to Rishikesh. On arrival check into the hotel after freshening up visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula etc. Evening assembles at Parmarth Niketan ashram for Ganga Aarti Darshan.
- Dinner overnight stays in Rishikesh.
Day 13-Rishikesh – Delhi /Haridwar /Dehradun /Rishikesh Drop Only
- Today morning after early breakfast leave Rishikesh and proceed to Delhi / Haridwar / Dehradun. On arrival transfer to Airport / Railway station for onward journey. Journey concludes with happy memories!!!
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