Duration:
8 Days
Destination :
Delhi – Haridwar - Haridwar - Devprayag - Guptkashi – Kedarnath – Guptkashi – Nandprayag – Vishnuprayag - Badrinath– Karanprayag - Rudraprayag - Rishikesh - Delhi
Price :
Price On Request
Itinerary
Kedarnath: Set in the beautiful Mandakini valley, cupped by lofty peaks, the majestic Kedarnath Temple stands on a glacial terrace, remnant of an ancient glacier – long since melted. This is Lord Shiv’s territory – and the region is a living testimony to his adventures and exploits. The temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavs, protagonists of the Mahabharat, as a tribute to Lord Shiv having forgiven them for fratricide after an exciting chase through the Himalayas. The journey to Kedarnath – the most significant of the 12 jyotirlings located in different parts of India — is to relive these ancient tales and legends, and to become one with God.
Badrinath: The Badrinath shrine is believed to be as old as time itself. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this temple was re-established by AdiShankracharya in the 8th century as part of his mission to revitalise Hinduism. Located on the banks of the Rishi Ganga (Alaknanda), the temple, and the numerous ancient sites around it, is indeed a worthy goal to aim for. The last 11 kilometres to Badrinath is a steep ascent. At Devdarshni, the vista of the entire Badrinath valley appears before you – the township, the magnificent façade of the temple and the twin peaks Nar and Narayan as if standing guard on its either side, and the Neelkanth shining like a crown on its head! And immediately you feel the spiritual upliftment that such a magnificent site inspires.
Advisory:
- The Do Dham Yatra is a pilgrimage tour where a long & hectic journey goes through remote locations of Himalayan region in Uttarakhand. We would request you to kindly do not expect luxury arrangements due to lack of resources in the region and also make yourself physically and mentally prepared to undertake the tour. However, we provide best services and comfortable trip putting our best efforts in the given conditions.
- The Do Dham Yatra begins from mid of May to Mid November each year. We suggest you to avoid July and August months as during this period this region witnesses heavy rainfall leads to landslides and other natural adversities.
- Weather during this period is very pleasant so the tour becomes comfortable.
- Due to limited tourists, there is hardly any traffic congestion anywhere in the entire trip so the journey becomes less tiring.
- There are almost no queues to visit temple during this period so you get hassle free visit to temple for which you travel from so far away place.
- Sure chance of getting envisaged hotels avoiding alternate hotels which may get downgraded due to non availability situation in peak season.
- Helicopter tickets are easily available and almost no chance of facing overbooking issues.
- During this period you can also add other places in India in your tour plan as weather remains pleasant throughout.
- Due to altitude variation you need to carry both summer and winter clothes. (Provided in check list). Women are advised to avoid Sarees and opt for Salwar Kameez or trousers.
- Do consult with your doctor and make sure you do not have any health issues related to high altitudes. If you have ailment like acrophobia, high blood pressure, asthma or other heart problems, please do refrain from undertaking this journey.
- As The Char Dham Yatra is a seasonal business for hotels, therefore in these locations hotels operate with limited power backup. Therefore, there might be some power interruptions.
- Due to mountain terrain the mobile networks in few places are not good, so keep your family & friends informed if sometimes there is any issue of connectivity.
- Night driver in Hilly area is not safe so not recommended. Also keeping in mind the tourist safety, Uttarakhand police put barriers at several places on hilly routes, so that night drives can be avoided on hilly areas. (Only emergency service vehicles are allowed for night driver in Hilly region).
- Biometric registration for The Char Dham Yatra is mandatory for which guest need to stand personally in queue to do the formalities.
- ATMs (Automated teller machines) are available in many places in during your travel but money exchange facility is available in Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun only.
- VIP Darshan / Special Puja arrangements are subject to availability on the spot.
Check list:
- Small shoulder bag
- Well broken in shoes
- Cotton full sleeves shirts / T Shirts
- Track pants / Trousers
- Thermal vests & pants
- Woolen socks & gloves
- Pullovers& Jacket
- Monkey Cap & Sun Cap
- Light raincoat & Umbrella
- Wind cheater
- Toilet kit
- Quick dry hand towel
- Torch with spare battery
- Personal medical kit (if any)
- Extra pair of shoes (added comfort in case one gets wet)
- Walking stic
Arrival Delhi (Flight TBA)
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, our representative will warmly meet and assist you at the airport and accompany to your hotel.
Overnight stay at hotel
Delhi – Haridwar (Drive 240 Kms/ 05 HR)
Morning post breakfast check-out and drive to Haridwar, it is situated on the banks of the Ganges River and is considered one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism. The name "Haridwar" means "Gateway to God," and the city is a major pilgrimage site for Hindus. Haridwar is known for its ghats, or steps leading down to the river, which are used for bathing and performing religious ceremonies. The most famous ghat is Har Ki Pauri, which is believed to be the spot where Lord Vishnu left his footprint. The city is also home to several ancient temples, including the Chandi Devi Temple and the Mansa Devi Temple.
On arrival in Haridwar will check-in at hotel.
Note: To visit Kedarnath and Badrinath your vehicle needs a fitness certificate and permission to visit there. Therefore, upon arrival your driver will visit to permission center to complete the permit formalities.
Later you will proceed for visit enjoys the Aarti ceremony at the Har Ki Pauri Ghat.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel
Haridwar - Devprayag - Guptkashi (Drive 240 Kms/ 05 HR)
Morning post breakfast check-out and drive to Guptkashi. Guptkashi is a downhill town from where pilgrims board the helicopter or trek to reach Kedarnath.
While we drive to Guptkashi , we pass through the Devprayag, another holy place where two mystic rivers Bhagirathi from Gaumukh and the Alaknanda from Satopanth merge and form the legendry river called River Ganges. It’s beautiful to see the merger of two rivers and one can easily identify the two rivers by their different colors. It is also believed that Lord Rama and his father King Dashratha did penance here. The temple of Raghunathji houses a tall picture of Lord Rama made of black granite. The most celebrated event at Deoprayag is the congregation of devotees, who come here to worship at Raghunath temple.
Further will continue our drive to Guptkashi, besides being the place for our stay, it also has a great importance. The name Gupt Kashi means “Hidden Benares”. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers from Mahabharat 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. The Kedarnath pandas (priests) live in Guptkashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through Gupt Kashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel
Guptkashi – Kedarnath – Guptkashi (By Helicopter)
Early morning around 4:00 to 5:00 AM will leave to helipad with your pack breakfast.
Note: At helipad they will check your passport, ticket (Print out), Body wight. If your body weight is above 80 kg will have to pay Rs 150-200/kg for additional weight. Weight will be calculated individually and will not be offset with another passenger. Will get 02hrs for darshan at Shri Kedarnath Dham.)
Fly to 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 remaining 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 PanchKedar. On arrival Kedarnath you will assist by the priest, how will help you to reach the temple.
(Any expenses related to VIP darshan, prayer will be paid by the guests only)
After darshan you will back to helipad and fly back to Guptkashi. On arrival in Guptkashi will meet with your driver and transfer to hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel 
Guptkashi – Nandprayag – Vishnuprayag - Badrinath (Drive 200 Kms / 06 Hrs)
After early morning breakfast you will drive to Badrinath.
While we are visiting Do Dham (Kedarnath & Badrinath Dham), we also have the opportunity to have a glimpse of Panch-Prayag. We have already visited Dev-Prayag and today we will visit to Nandprayag, here two rivers green color Nandakini River sourcing from glacier near Nanda Devi, merge with lighter colored Alaknanda. We can witness the confluence by a brightly colorful, triangular concrete block. Next will visit to Vishnu Prayag to witness the confluence of Vishnu Ganga and the Dhauliganga rivers. Further ward it is recognized as the Alaknanda) Vishukund , one of the oldest temple in Vishnu Prayag is said to be worshipped Lord Vishnu by sage Narada and the Lord, pleased with his austerities, had given him his blessings. Later will continue drive to Badrinath. On arrival check-in at hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel
Badrinath – Karanprayag- Rudraprayag (Drive 160 Kms / 05 Hrs)
Early morning will visit BADRINATH temple: One of the 'Four Dhams' and one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name "Badri van", meaning "forest of berries. Later back to hotel for breakfast and drive to Rudraprayag. En-route you will visit Karanprayag, the icy flow from the Pindari glaciar becomes the Pindari river, and when it joins the Alaknanda at 788 mts, the confluence is recognized as Karnaprayag. There is a temple dedicated to Karna here, the son of queen Kunti and her fiery lover, Lord Surya. Karna's lineage was kept a secret, but he practiced austerities before his father and was granted the boon of a pair of earrings and armour that made him invincible, finally, he fell in the battle the Pandavas and Kauravas, but he remin a tragic hero for in life he never had the legitimacy he desired. Later continue drive to Rudraprayag. On arrival check-in at hotel.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel
Rudraprayag – Rishikesh (Drive 150 Kms / 05 Hrs)
Morning post breakfast check-out and drive to visit RUDRAPRAYAG - named after Lord Shiva (Rudra), Rudraprayag is situated at the holy confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakani rivers, at a distance of 34 km from Srinagar (Garhwal). The presence of two separate routes for Badrinath and Kedarnath Dham from Rudraprayag render great importance to the place. The town is situated at the confluence of the River Alaknanda and River Mandakini. It has a special religious significance for many people as well. It is said that the place where the two rivers meet resembles two sisters embracing each other and there is a unique beauty about the place. Many visitors travel to the place to witness this phenomenon every year.
Later continue drive to Rishikesh. On arrival you will proceed for visit Ram Jhula & later you will go to visit to Parmarth Niketan, strategically located on the bank of river Ganges gives panoramic view of the river and the Ashram has got thousands of rooms for the visitors to stay here and perform their rituals.
Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel
Rishikesh - Delhi (Drive 270 Kms / 06 Hrs)
Morning post breakfast you will drive to Delhi. Upon arrival in Delhi, we can explore few places like Akshardham temple or drive through the India gate & President House. Those who are interested can also join the last-minute shopping.