India being a vast country, having lots of religions and beliefs. Hinduism is one of them. Up in the Misty heights of the majestic Garhwal Himalayas there lies a magnificent State of Uttrarakhand awaits a rejuvenating spiritual experience for the devotees . Nestling in the high peaks are the four holy shrines of Hindus -

Yamunotri , Gangotri, Keharnath and Badrinath, are collectively known as the Chardham.

Haridwar (1 Nt.) -Barkot (2nts.)- Uttarkashi (2nts.) –Guptkashi (1 Nt.) –Kedarnath (1 Nt.)- Rudraprayag (1 Nt.)- Badrinath (1 Nt.)- Rudraprayag (1 Nt.) – Haridwar (1 Nt.)

Day 01 Delhi - Haridwar ( approx 6 hrs. Drive ): Assistance on arrival and Pick up from Airport and drive to Haridwar. Check in Hotel. Evening Free. Overnight

Day 02 Haridwar - Barkot (220kms/6 - 7 hrs.): Drive to Barkot. Arrival At Barkot and check in hotel. Evening free. Overnight.

Day 03 Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot {36kms drive/6kms Trek (one side)} - After breakfast drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6 kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at your own cost. Arrival at 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 Jamunabai Kund's warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Jankichatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Yamunotri Temple Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.

Day 04 Barkot - Uttarkashi ( approx 5 hrs. drive ): After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. Relax and evening free. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05 Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100kms/4 hrs. one way ): We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas . After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi. Oernight stay at Uttarkashi.

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 winter months when water level decreases. Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valley, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.

Day 06 Uttarkashi – Guptakshi ( approx 220 kms. ): After Breakfast drive to Guptkashi. Arrival and check in hotel/Camp. Evening Free. Overnight in Hotel/Camp.

Day 07 Guptkashi- Kedarnath ( approx 19 kms. Trek one way ): After breakfast drive to Sonprayag and start trek to Kedarnath. Perform Pooja and stay Overnight.

Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of 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 r! emaining 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 Panch Kedar.

Day 08 Kedarnath – Rudraprayag: After breakfast check out and trek down to Sonprayag. Vehicle is waiting here for you and drive to Rudraprayag. Evening free . Overnight .

Day 09 Rudraprayag - Badrinath (approx 5 to 6 hrs. drive ): After breakfast leave for Badrinath. Arrival and check in hotel. fresh n up and perform pooja at Temple. Overnight at hotel.

Badrinath: One of the Chardhams on the confluence of Rishi Ganga & Alaknanda rivers offering a panoramic view of Nilkanth peak. Hot water springs, Mana Village – last civilian village towards the Indo – China border, Vasundhra Falls, bhim Pul.Overnight stay at Badrinath. Perform Pooja and Darshan. Overnight. at Badrinath.

Badrinath, 4th Dham of Uttarakhand's Chardham & only original Chardham as proposed by Adi Guru Shankaracharya: Arti at Badrinath.

Cradled in the twin Mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan is the holiest of the four main shrines - Badrinath along the left bank of river Alaknanda with the towering Neelkantha Peaks as the splendid backdrop. Once the spot was carpeted with 'badris' or wild berries and hence was famous as Badri van. Legend has it, when the Ganga was requested to descend to earth to help suffering humanity; the earth was unable to withstand the force of its decent. Therefore the mighty Ganga was split into 12 holy channels. Alaknanda was one of them that later became the abode of Lord Vishnu or Badrinath

Day 10 Badrinath – Rudraprayag ( approx 5 to 6 hrs. drive ): After breakfast drive to Rudraprayag. En route you may visit Auli ( via cable car, cable charges to be paid by guest ). Arrival at Rudraprayag and check in hotel. Overnight.

Day 11 Rudraprayag – Haridwar: After breakfast drive to Haridwar . enroute visit Rishikesh and overnight in Haridwar.

Day 12 Departure After breakfast check out and drive to Delhi.

Yatra is Completed with lots of Blessings!!!

Your Day to day itinerary starts from here

DAY 1	DEHRADUN TO YAMUNOTRI
0700 AM	DEPARTURE FROM SHESHTRADHARA HELIPAD, DEHRADUN
0745 AM	ARRIVAL KHARSALI HELIPAD, YAMUNOTRI

An early morning we will transfer you to Sahastradhara helipad , Dehradun which is the starting and ending point of this yatra. Vehicles are arranged for pick up from certain hotel or one can reach at their own on time. Passengers are advised to leave their hotel early at Dehradun/Haridwar.

Pilots and ground staff will brief the guest about the entire trip and do’s and don’ts. Breakfast will be arranged at Kharsali.

Upon arrival at Kharsali (The helipad for Yamunotri) and transfer to your hotel.

Temple is a 6 KMS trek which will be cover by palki. Total journey will take approx. 5 hour 30 min. Back to hotel. Overnight.

DAY 2	YAMUNOTRI TO GANGOTRI
0745 AM	DEPARTURE FROM YAMUNOTRI HELIPAD
0830 AM	ARRIVAL AT HARSIL HELIPAD, closed helipad for GANGOTRI

Harsil is one of the most beautiful and picturesque valleys in Uttrakhand also known as mini Switzerland. Gangotri temple is approx 22Km from Harsil helipad. You will travel to Gangotri ( approx 1 hr.) Overnight stay at Harsil.

Our ground staff will assist passengers throughout their stay at Harsil. We provide all the basic and leisure facilities for the tourists such as a premium accommodation with attached washrooms, delicious vegetarian food, short walks, local sightseeing .

DAY 3	GANGOTRI TO KEDARNATH
0900 AM	DEPARTURE from HARSIL HELIPAD , GANGOTRI
1000 AM	ARRIVAL KEDARNATH HELIPAD

Kedarnath is flanked by breathtaking snow-capped peaks, among all four Char Dham sites. You will reach kedarnath, perform pooja and darshan return to phata Helipad, and drive to Guptkashi. Approx 30 min. drive from Phata /Sersi to Guptkashi.

There are no facilities for night stay in Kedarnath. Passengers can visit ancient Triyuginarayan or Kalimath Mandir in the evening.

DAY 4	KEDARNATH TO BADRINATH
1000 AM	DEPARTURE SERSI / PHATA HELIPAD, GUPTKASHI
1100 AM	ARRIVAL BADRINATH HELIPAD

Arrival Badrinath and check in at hotel Sarovar Portico which is close to temple. In the evening, you will Visit of Mana Village which is near to religious site of Badrinath. The special Maha Abhishek Pooja is the highlight of this entire yatra. It starts at 0400AM sharp in the morning and last for 2 hours.

DAY 5	BADRINATH TO DEHRADUN
1130 AM	DEPARTURE from BADRINATH HELIPAD
1230 PM	ARRIVAL SHESHTRADHARA HELIPAD, DEHRADUN

Yatra is Completed with lots of Blessings!!!

Package Inclusion

• Char Dham Yatra by helicopter on sharing basis ex Dehradun

• Accommodation for 04 Nights

• All meal included during Chardham Yatra VIP Darshan

• All transfer to temple

• All applicable taxes

Exclude

• Air fare / train fare

• Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.

• Any other item not specified in 'Tour include'

• Portage during trekking

• Travel Insurance

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