SUM GIT 26_Chardham 11N/12D-15 May
“Uttarakhand Chardham - The Sacred Journey to the Abode of the Gods” The Chardham Yatra of Uttarakhand is one of the most revered pilgrimage journeys in India, covering the four holy shrines—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Nestled in the majestic Himalayas, this spiritual journey offers a unique blend of devotion, natural beauty, adventure, and inner peace. The Chardham Yatra is believed to cleanse sins and grant spiritual liberation, attracting pilgrims from across India and abroad every year. [] Travel Essentials for Chardham Yatra [] Clothing Warm jackets, sweaters, thermals Rain jacket or poncho Comfortable trekking shoes Woolen cap, gloves, muffler [] Personal Essentials Basic medicines & doctor-prescribed medicines First-aid kit Sunscreen, lip balm, moisturizer Water bottle & energy snacks [] Mandatory & Travel Essentials Government-approved ID proof Chardham Yatra registration (mandatory) Hotel booking confirmations Power bank & torch Limited cash (ATMs not available everywhere)
Highlights
- 1N Haridwar
- 2N Barkot
- 2N Uttarkashi
- 2N Guptkashi/Phata
- 1N Kedarnath
- 1N Badrinath
- 1N Rudraprayag
- 1N Rushikesh/Haridwar
After breakfast proceed to Barkot Later drive straight to Barkot. Check into the hotel arrival in Barkot. Overnight stay at Barkot.
Early morning after breakfast (packed breakfast), drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti & star trek from here to Yamunotri (6kms Trek one side). After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warm water and having "Darshan" of "Yamunaji" return to Jankichatti by trek. Later drive towards Barkot, Overnight stay at Barkot.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi- Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams, temples. The name of the town reflects its similar to Varanasi, town of Uttarkashi is also situated on the banks of River Ganga. Visit Shiv gufa on the way to Uttarkashi. Arrival in Uttarkashi visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Take packed breakfast drive to Gangotri, En-route at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its nature beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri. Later drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
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 Guptkashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Guptkashi. Overnight stay at Guptkashi.
Early morning proceeds to Kedarnath by Helicopter (at optional and additional cost - subject to availability & weather conditions) / by Trek. On arrival visit the famous Kedarnath temple Overnight Kedarnath Hotel.
Today after breakfast return to Guptkashi / visit surrounding places like Ukhimath, Omkareshwar Temple, Deorai Tal in Guptkashi. Overnight at Guptkashi.
Today early morning proceeds to Badrinath - Badrinath is a Hindu holy town and a nagar panchayat in Chamoli district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of the four sites in India's CharDham pilgrimage and is also part of India's Chota CharDham pilgrimage circuit. Overnight Badrinath.
Today after breakfast proceed to Badrinath mandir. Later proceed to Srinagar. En-route pass through Nandaprayag and Karnaprayag, Visit Rudraprayag. On arrival check in at hotel. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Early morning checks out from hotel & proceed to Rishikesh. En-route visit Devprayag. On arrival visit Laxman Jhula, Laxman Mandir, Gita Bhavan. Some can do White water rafting. Overnight stay in Rishikesh/Haridwar.
After breakfast check out from hotel and proceed to Delhi. On arrival drop at Delhi airport for your onward journey.