Char Dham Yatra has a great significance among the Hindus. Char Dham as was described in the Mahabharata by the Pandavas as Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri the divine pilgrimage sites located at the state of Uttarakhand. According to the Hindu Legends, a journey to these religious sites in Devbhoomi Uttarakhand can cleanse one of all their sins and grants eternal salvation (Moksha). Every Hindu must visit these sites once during lifetime. Devotes and Saints have been visiting these religious shrines for thousands of years to feed their spiritual hunger and in search of the salvation and blessings of the Gods.
Until 1950s embarking on a journey to the char dham of Uttarakhand means only strenuous and lengthy walking trails in hilly area with an altitude repeatedly exceeding 4,000 meters. People like wandering hermits, religious professionals and those who could afford the travelling entourage were the regular pilgrims of the Char Dham. After the 1962 Indo-China war, India invested a great deal and money on road building and infrastructure to the border area improving the accessibility to the Char Dham to a great deal. Now pilgrims were able to travel to the nearest points to the shrines in cars, mini buses, this encouraged people with the middle income to initiate a tour of Char Dham.
Yamunotri is located at a height of 3293 meters above sea level, in the Garhwal Himalaya about 40 km away from Barkot. The Yamunotri temple lies in close proximity to the origin of the Yamuna River. Every year the temple opens for the devotees on the fortunate day of Akshaya Tritiya, which falls between the last week of April and the first week of May.
Gangotri temple holds a special significance to Hindus because it is the source of the Holy river Ganges. According to mythology, River Ganga touched the earth here for the first time as a result of King Bhagirath's severe penance. That's why, the river is also known as Bhagirathi at her source of origin.
Kedarnath temple is situated at an altitude of over 3500 meters on the banks of Mandakini river. It has the most importance of Lord Shiva's 12 Jyotirlingas. Astonishing snow flaked mountains all around, Kedarnath temple standing in the middle of the plateau gives a mesmerizing sight.
It is only one of the four shrines that is included in both "Char Dham of India" and the "Char Dham Yatra" of Uttarakhand. It was established by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century.
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( 8 Nights / 9 Days ) |
Cost Per Person (Offer) |
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4 Pax |
Rs 18,999 |
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6 Pax |
Rs 14,999 |
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10 Pax |
Rs 11,999 |
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15 Pax |
Rs 13,499 |
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17+ Pax |
Rs 12,999 |
GST @ 12% is applicable on above price.
On arrival meet greet with our representative at Haridwar and proceed to drive to Barkot/Syanachatti. En-route you can halt for some time at Mussoorie & Kempty falls. Later proceed to Barkot on arrival check in Hotel. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
Early morning drive to Jankichatti and then trek for 07 kms to reach Yamunotri. Visit the temple of Goddess Yamuna which is situated on the banks of the river. There is a hot water spring adjacent to this temple. The pilgrims take a holy dip in this spring before darshan of the temple. You can also cook rice in these hot waters. After darshan return back to Barkot/Jankichatti. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in hotel relax and refrestment at in the evening you can visit the famous Vishwanath Temple. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, we proceed to Harsil. This is one of the most beautiful valleys in Uttarakhand. On the way we can halt at Gangnani which again has hot water springs. You can take a dip here. Then drive to Gangotri (22 kms/1 hr). Over here devotees take a holy dip in the most Holy River of Hindus- The Ganges. It is also called Bhagirathi from where it originates. You can then perform pooja and enjoy in the picturesque surroundings. In the afternoon return back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
After early breakfast, we will proceed to Guptakashi. Lunch on the way countinue drive. On arrivel check in hotel. Dinner & overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, we proceed to Sonprayag. After medical check up we proceed to Gaurikund. Then we begin our trek to Kedarnath. The government has put up tents for stay at Gaurigaon, Bhimbali, Lencholi and Kedarnath, they will also provide meals and medical facilities at these locations. After darshan at Kedarnath overnight stay at Kedarnath Camps.
Trace your steps back and return to Sonprayag. Drive back to Sitapur/Guptkashi. Relax into the hotel. Dinner & overnight in hotel.
After an early breakfast, we proceed to Badrinath. We halt for some time enroute at Chopta. Chopta is popularly called as the " Switzerland Of India". You can enjoy a splendid view of the snow capped Himalayan peaks from here. Enjoy the beautiful drive through medicinal forests. When you arrive at Badrinath check into your hotel. Dinner & overnight Badrinath.
Get up early in the morning. There is a hot water spring here called as Tapt Kund. The devotees take a holy dip here before taking Darshan of the Badrinath Temple. Proceed to Haridwar, Haridwar on arrival transfer for your onward destination.