CHARDHAM YATRA

On arrival at Indira Gandhi International airport, meet & greet by our representative & get transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight stay at the hotel. # Hotel check-in time is 1200 hrs and early check-in is subject to availability. New Delhi:  The capital and the third largest city of India is a fusion of the ancient and the modern era. Standing along the west End of Gangetic Plain, the capital city, Delhi unwinds with culture, architecture and human diversity, deep in history, monuments, museums, galleries, gardens and exotic shows. Comprising of two contrasting yet harmonious parts, the Old Delhi and New Delhi, the city is a travel hub of Northern India. Delhi is a palimpsest, bearing the complexities, the contradictions, the beauty and the dynamism of a city where thepast coexists with the present. Many dynasties ruled from hereand the city is rich in the architecture of its monuments. Diverse cultural elements absorbed into the daily life of the city, have enriched its character.

After breakfast at hotel you will be driven to Haridwar, on arrival check-in to the hotel. In the evening assemble in ganga aarti at Har ki pouri. Overnight stay.

After breakfast at hotel drive to Barkot, located on the foot of Yamunotri. Drive via Mussoorie and visit Kempt Falls on the way. On arrival at Barkot, check-in hotel/camp. Rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad (hiII) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Overnight stay at Barkot.

After breakfast, depart for Hanumanchatti (40 Kma pprox), JankiChatti (5 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (5 Km trek – one way). You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs. Yamunotri (altitude 3,291 m), the western most shrine of the Char Dhams, is dominated by Banderpunch (6,361 m). Yamunotri is source of the river Yamuna, the twin sister of Varna, the Lord of Death. Yamuna is also the daughter of Surya the Sun. The actual source of the river originates from Champasar Glacier 1 km a head of the shrine, at an altitude of 4,321 mts. On arrival by afternoon in Yamunotri take holy dip in Yamuna River and perform Pooja, and take the same route back to Barkot for overnight stay.

After breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check-in to hotel. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi and is famous for its historical monuments, Temples & Ashrams. In the evening, Visit the famous Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Gangotri. Nestled in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri is set at an altitude of 3048 mts. Upon arrival at Gangotri take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin Visit the Gangotri Temple. The 18th century & temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirathi worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. After performing Pooja Late Overnight stay at the hotel.

Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive to UTTARKASHI. Overnight stay at the hotel.

After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi. On arrival check-in to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Overnight stay in Guptakashi.

Early morning drive to Phata Helipad, from where you will have your Helicopter to Kedarnath. Passengers would be given 1-2 Hours for darshan and one can avail priority darshan tickets upon arrival in Kedarnath which are available only for Helicopter passengers. After darshan you will return back to Phata by Helicopter. The vehicles wait for you in Helipad and drive to your hotel. Overnight at Guptkashi Hotel.

After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for RUDRPRYAG. On arrival check-in to hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the RUDRPRYAG town. Overnight stay

This morning, you check out of the hotel at 08:00 am and drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. After driving through some wonderful Ghat road you arrive at Badrinath. On arrival check- in to the hotel. After some rest you are all set to go to Badrinath Temple for darshan in the evening. But first you have to go to TaptKund (Hot Spring), take bath and then go to the temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple of ShriBadrinathJi is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and spire. Later back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Early morning, after breakfast, Then drive to HARIDWAR, arrive
and check-in to the hotel. Overnight stay.

After breakfast drive to Delhi, Upon arrival at Delhi then check in at hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Enjoy this day at leisure. You can explore local markets, as per your own. Overnight stay at hotel.

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