Char Dham Group Tour

Destination Covered: Dehradun , Mussoorie , Barkot , Yamunotri , Uttarkashi etc.

Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights

Overview

About the tour:

Char Dham of Uttarakhand is one of the most important Hindu Pilgrimages in India which takes out for a cultural & historical journey. Experience this through this extensive package From Haridwar and get close to the enchanting prayers of Hinduism. The temples are surrounded by lofty snow-clad Himalayas with rivers flowing by. Embark this tour from Haridwar and reach Barkot which is the midpoint to the do dhams - Gangotri and Yamunotri. Yamunotri is situated at an altitude of 3,293 metres (10,804 ft) in the Garhwal Himalayas which is the source of the Yamuna River and the seat of the Goddess Yamuna in Hinduism. Gangotri is a town in Uttarkashi in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is a Hindu pilgrim town on the banks of the river Bhagirathi and origin of River Ganges. Moving toward the visit to the famous Kedarnath temple which is more than 1,200 years old, located at the Garhwal Himalayan range near Mandakini river. Conclude the trip by visiting Badrinath, a place which holds so many myths and legends. It is beautifully set in the backdrop of the colossal Neelkanth mountain peak and never fails to make the visitor spellbound with its unparalleled gorgeousness.

Quick Info:

Route: Delhi - Haridwar - Barkot - Yamunotri - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Guptkashi - Kedarnath - Barinath -Rishikesh - Dehradun - Delhi

Duration: 11 Days and 10 Nights

Start Point: Delhi

End Point: Delhi

Package Itenary

Day 1 - Arrival at Dehradun from Delhi

Start your Chardham package from Delhi by boarding a flight to Dehradun from Delhi.
Get picked up from the Dehradun Airport and transfer to Barkot in a comfortable car.
En route Mussoorie the Queen of Hills, a beautiful town surrounded by mountains.
Visit one of the highest waterfalls in the region Kempty fall and indulge in the water activities available at extra cost.
Once reached Barkot, Explore the small pilgrim town situated at the banks of the Yamuna river.
Get transferred to the hotel & check-in.
Dinner at the hotel and retire for the day.
Make sure to have a good sleep to remove all stress and prepare for the next day.

Day 2 - Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot

Rise and get ready to be served with divinity as today is the first stop in the pilgrimage.
Have Breakfast at Hotel to start the day.
Drive to Yamunotri Dham the second most holy river of India from where the River Yamuna, takes birth.
Reach Jan Ki Chatti the point from where the 6km trek starts.
Before starting the trek take a bath in JamnabaiKund's which is believed that the water cleanses all sins and protects from an untimely and painful death.
On reaching the temple, bow the heads down to praise the mother Yamuna. The idol of Ganga Devi is housed in the revered temple.
Visit Surya Kund, a hot spring near the temple. Boil some rice and potatoes in the kund and accept it as a Prasad of the Devi.
Trek down to Jan Ki Chatti& later drive back to Barkot for an overnight stay.
Have Dinner at Hotel to end the day.
Take a good sleep to gain energy for the further tour.

Day 3 - Barkot to Uttarkashi

Get ready to move ahead from Barkot after breakfast.
Today drove towards Uttarkashi, the holy town situated along the banks of river Bhagirathi and is one of the district capitals of Uttarakhand.
On arrival check in to the hotel & freshen up for local sightseeing.
Visit Vishwanath temple situated in the heart of the town.
It 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.
Followed by, Shakti Temple is famous for the big Trishul of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cm.
As per the epics, this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga.
Return to the hotel to have dinner.
Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi

Wake up in between the mesmerizing mountains.
Early morning after breakfast drive to Gangotri en route at Gangnani.
Take a holy dip in Garam Kund at Gangnani.
Drive further to Gangotri via the beautiful Harshil valley, famous for its natural beauty and the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains.
On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin.
On arrival at Gangotri Dham worship Goddess Ganga, who is said to have descended on earth to absolve the sins of humankind.
After the Aarti soak the beauty of the place & relax while witnessing the greenery around.
Later drive back to Uttarkashi.
Dinner at Hotel & Overnight stays at Uttarkashi.

Day 5 - Uttarkashi to Guptkashi

Wake up early and get transferred to Guptkashi after breakfast.
Get a mesmerizing view of Ganga all across the journey.
See the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi river at Devprayag.
The lunch stop is at Srinagar (on your own)which is the best place in the Garhwal region. Afterward, there is no such facility to have food so make sure to keep all essentials from here only.
Visit a view of Rudraprayag, Ukhimath in the journey.
Once reached, Guptkashi gets transferred to the hotel.
Visit ArdhNarishwar Temple (If time permits).
Dinner at the hotel and retire for the day.

Day 6 - Guptkashi - Gaurikund - Kedarnath

Wake up with the mesmerizing view of mountains all across.
Have Breakfast at Hotel in Guptkashi and get transferred to Gaurikung from where the hike temple will start.
Gauri Kund is a characteristic pool with warm water known for relieving skin maladies. It is the place where Lord Shiva finally admitted His love for Lord Gauri.
Leave early to take part in evening aarti at Kedarnath temple
Have breakfast at the hotel and start the trek to the Kedarnath temple from Gauri kund. It’s a journey of about 14kms and takes about 5 – 8 hrs depending upon the fitness level.
One can take ponies or palanquins for the journey to make it slightly on a comfortable side.
Have lunch stop in between at various food joints &maggie points.
The journey will surely be worthwhile after reaching the Kedarnath Temple.
On reaching the temple, praise the almighty Lord Shiva. This view will surely bring charm to the eyes.
Indulged in evening aarti at Kedarnath, when the whole valley is filled with the sound of ringing bells and prayers going on everywhere which will provide relief to the soul.
After the temple visit, stay overnight in the hotel at Kedarnath& have dinner.
Retire for the day.

Day 7 - Kedarnath - Gaurikund - Guptkashi

Early morning to visit the great Abhishek Puja to one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
Witness the morning beauty of the temple situated against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range.
Have breakfast afterward at the hotel/ homestay and get ready to return to Gaurikund.
Have lunch on the way only.
Reach Gauri kund and douse into the magical water to diminish all the tiredness of the trek.
Get checked in to the hotel at Guptkashi and have dinner.
Retire for the day.

Day 8 - Guptkashi to Badrinath

Wake up early in the morning and start the journey to Badrinath after breakfast.
Get a mesmerizing view of Ganga all across the journey.
Once reached Badrinath, after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal Aarti in evening.
Get transferred to the hotel & check-in.
Dinner at the hotel and retire for the day.
Make sure to have a good sleep to remove all stress and prepare for the next day.

Day 9 - Badrinath to Rudraprayag

Wake up in the morning and after breakfast driver for Rudraprayag via Joshimath.
On your way visit on the way Narsingh Temple in Joshimath.
Later drive back to Rudraprayag which is made on the confluence of two rivers Alaknanda and mandakini.
Check into the hotel after arrival in Rudraprayag.
Overnight stay at Rudraprayag.

Day 10 - Rudraprayag- Rishikesh

Wake up early in the morning, enjoy a wholesome breakfast in the hotel and start travelling to Rishikesh.
On arrival at Rishikesh, complete the check-in formalities, freshen up, take a tour of your hotel and head over to explore Rishikesh.
Enjoy the activities such as Bungee Jumping and River Rafting in Shivpuri (at your own cost). Shivpuri which is known for its river rafting activity is 16 KMS away from Lakshman Jhula.
In the evening, witness the Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Come back to the same hotel, freshen up and relax, enjoy an overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Rishikesh.

Day 11 - Rishikesh to Dehradun Airport

Wake up in the morning and have a hearty breakfast and check out from the hotel.
Start your journey from Rishikesh and reach Dehradun to catch your flight to Delhi
Board the flight from Dehradun and reach Delhi in the evening with memories to cherish forever

Inclusion/Exclusion And Other Details

Inclusions

Airport pick up and drop as per your flight timings.
Flight tickets from Delhi to Dehradun and return
Comfortable and hygienic vehicle (Ac SUV car) for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
Breakfast and Dinner on all the days
Highly experienced Driver cum guide
Accommodation (Depending on the variant selected)

Maa Tara Travels recommended

Mesmerise the beauty of all the Char DhamsKedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri and feel the divinity within.
Get enchanting views of the snow-clad mountains from the base camp of the trek to Kedarnath.
Witness the picturesque views of the valleys and the Ganga river flowing by near the banks of the Gangotri temple.
Visit Yamunotri Dham, the second most holy river of India from where the River Yamuna, takes birth.
Visit Vishwanath temple, the oldest Shiva temple in Northern India re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi.

How to reach

There are regular flights to Delhi available from all over India. The nearest airport is Chatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Delhi. Delhi is also well connected to all over India by railways. You can get a train to Delhi from anywhere in India.