Chardham Yatra Ex Haridwar 9 Days 2024

• Early morning, drive from Barkot to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti
• Start trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms)-Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost.
• The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs.
• After Yamunotri temple darshan trek to Janki chatti/Jankichatti/Phoolchatti
• Transfer back to Barkot.
• Overnight in Barkot
• Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. At Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapt kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can be offered to Divya Shila.
• Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs near temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
• Yamunotri Weather – In summer the maximun temp is 18 degrees and the minimum is 10 degrees celsius. The days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold.is 10 degrees celsius. The days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold.

• Morning after breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi.
• On arrival in Uttarkashi, check in at the hotel.
• Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi.
• Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams, temples. The name of the town reflects its similarity to and location (as north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, the town of Uttarkashi is also situated on the banks of River Ganga.

Vishwanath temple– Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti in morning and evening are offered. As per Skanda Puran, Uttarkashi is known as ‘Saumya Varanasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug, and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

Shakti temple – Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics, this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga(Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here.

Uttarkashi Weather– Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights is pleasant, Cold in winters.

• Morning after breakfast, drive to Guptkashi via Moolgarh & Lambgoan.
• En route, you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini river comes from Kedarnath,
• Drive alongside the river to reach Guptkashi
• Visit Ardh Narishwar Temple in Guptakashi.
• On arrival in Guptkashi check into the hotel
• Overnight stay at Guptkashi.

Guptkashi:- The name Gupt Kashi means “Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Guptkashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled.

Guptkashi Weather – pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.

• Morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath dham.
• For Trek Drive from Guptkashi to Gaurikund via road and start trek to Kedarnath temple (22 Kms)
• For Heli Service Drive to Guptkashi/ Phata / Sirsi Helipad and fly to Kedarnath helipad ( Fly time 15-20 Mins)
• On arrival check in at the hotel.
• Do the Kedarnath temple darshan and attend aarti in evening.
• Overnight stay at Kedarnath.

By Helicopter: Morning our driver will transfer you your prebook Helipad. You can inform driver about your arrival time whether it will by helicopter or by trek, so that Driver will be there to pick you up. (note: helicopter ticket is not included in this package).

By Trek: Morning our driver will drop you at Sonprayag then you have to take local jeep for Gaurikund & then your trek strat for Kedarnath Ji. After darshan, you follow same & back to Sonprayag. There is big parking issue in Sonprayag so the driver will be waiting in another place.

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. 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.

Kedarnath Weather – Due to its high altitude the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for the most part of the year. Summer here is cool and pleasant while winter is severe. During the summer season the temperature varies around 20°Celsius. Light woolen wear is recommended. The Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with the mercury falling to as low as 0°Celsius. During this time the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.

• Morning after Pooja & breakfast, you can check out of Kedarnath hotel
• Start your journey back to Sonprayag via Trek or to designated helipad via Heli Service
• Our driver will be there at a designated place which was discussed with you.
• Drive back to Guptkashi hotel for a night stay.

• Morning after breakfast, drive to Badrinath.
• On arrival in Badrinath check in at the hotel.
• Pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening.
• Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus).
• There is other interesting sightseeing spots like Mana village, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinath jee.
• Overnight stay at Badrinath.

• Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
• Vasundhara : As the name suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is 5 km. from Badrinath out of which 2 km. is motorable upto Mana.
• Bhim Pul : On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
• Vyas Gufa (cave): Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.

Badrinath Weather: The average maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are hence required for a stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Winter in Badrinath is often accompanied by snowfalls. Winter is very chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually closed for tourists.

• Morning after breakfast, drive for Rudraprayag via Joshimath.
• Visit on the way Narsingh Temple in Joshimath.
• Visit the famous Sangam- confluence of two rivers Alkananda and Mandakini. Rudraprayag is one of the Panch Prayags or five confluences of Alaknanda River.
• Proceed to Haridwar. Tour ends…..