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General Information

The expedition begins in Yamunotri, the Yamuna River source. Pilgrims approach Yamunotri, devoted to Goddess Yamuna, over rocky roads and lovely valleys. The natural thermal springs in Janki Chatti refresh and lend divinity to the journey. From there, the group heads to Gangotri, the Ganges' source. Gangotri temple symbolizes Ganga devotion in tranquil surroundings and gorgeous mountains. The Ganges is revered as a lifeform that sustains the land and people.

The trip then ascends to Shiva's Kedarnath. This part of the yatra is spiritually and physically demanding as devotees trek to the high Kedarnath temple. Pilgrims adore and humble the temple's spiritual aura and mountain views. The voyage ends at Vishnu-dedicated Badrinath. This Himalayan shrine evokes spiritual energy in everyone who visit. The pilgrimage's spirituality is enhanced by Tapt Kund's medicinal hot springs.

This spiritual journey begins in Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun. In Haridwar, the "Gateway to God," pilgrims watch the beautiful Ganga Aarti on the riverbank. Rishikesh, the "Yoga Capital of the World," is a peaceful place to meditate. Hills encircle Dehradun, calming pilgrims before the yatra.

The Char Dham Yatra is a spiritual trip. It tests faith, devotion, and endurance. Pilgrims from across the nation and abroad seek blessings, purify their spirits, and find refuge in the Himalayas. The yatra strengthens the spiritual tie between people and the divine and unites the many pilgrims who embark on this sacred adventure.

In conclusion, the Hindu Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Dehradun is a sacred pilgrimage. The trip to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath through stunning landscapes and historic temples connects worshippers to spirituality and environment. The journey transcends the physical realm and penetrates the soul, enriching and transforming pilgrims.

Short Itinerary

  • Day 01 : Rishikesh or Haridwar/ Kharsali or Barkot via Mussoorie – Kempty Fall (220 kms./ 08 Hrs.)
  • Day 02 : Kharsali / Yamunotri / Kharsali or Barkot Excursion) (Trek 5 kms.one way)
  • Day 03 : Kharsali or Barkot / Uttarkashi (135 kms/ 05 Hrs.)
  • Day 04 : Uttarkashi/ Gangotri/ Uttarkashi (200 kms./ 05 Hrs.)
  • Day 05 : Uttarkashi/ Guptkashi (Sitapur) (240 kms/ 09 hrs.)
  • Day 06 : Guptkashi/ Kedarnath - (By Helicopter OR by 18 Kms Trek via Gaurikund)
  • Day 07 : Kedarnath / Guptkashi (By Helicopter OR by trek 18 kms.)
  • Day 08 : Guptkashi/ Chopta/ Badrinath (220 kms/ 08 hrs.)
  • Day 09 : Badrinath/ Srinagar (195 kms/ 6 Hrs.)
  • Day 10 : Srinagar / Devprayag/ Haridwar-Drop (115 kms./ 4 Hrs.)

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01 : Rishikesh / Kharsali (220 kms/ 8 hrs.)
  • 09:00 Hrs : You will be met at a pick up point
  • 11:00 hrs : Further drive to Kharsali via Mussoorie. En route visit Kempty fall if time permits. On arrival check in into the hotel, rest of the day is at leisure.
  • No activities : Acclimatize your mind & body to start a trek next day to Yamunotri
  • 20:00 Hrs. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel at Hotel.
  • 06:00 hrs. : Breakfast at hotel later start your trek to Yamunotri (6kms). You may go with other options likepony, Palki and Doli.

Attractions :

  • Yamuna Maa Temple – the main diety.
  • Cooked rice : the pilgrims cook rice in the hot water kund at take it back home as prasad.
  • Surya Kund – the major hotspring which flows from the vicinity of the temple.
  • Divya Shila – it’s a rock pillar worshiped before entring the temple.
  • After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Kharsali.
  • 19:00 hrs. Dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
  • 08:00 hrs : After breakfast push off for your next destination Uttarkashi. On the way you can stop over for TEA at Radi Top where you can have glimpses of beautiful himalayan ranges and futher explore Shiv Gufa.
  • 14:00 hrs : On arrival check in at the Hotel.
  • 17:00 hrs : proceed for sight seeing of Uttarkashi

Attractions -

  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    : Aarti at Kashi Vishwanath Temple
    : Shakti Temple
  • 20:00 hrs : enjoy dinner & Overnight stay at the hotel.
  • 09:00 hrs : After late breakfast push over to Gangotri via Harsil.

Attractions :-

  • Harsil- on the way to Gangotri Harsil it self is an attraction a destination that has become popular among the traveller in a very short period of time.
  • Apple orchards- know for its delicious apples orchards harsil apples are popular globally today. Gangotri Temple –was constucted by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18 th century.
  • Submerged Shivling- according to mythology lord Shiva sat on this rock when he received GANGA in the matted lock., the rock is only visible during the winters when water level goes down.
  • 13:00 hrs : drive down to Uttarkashi, on arrival check in at the Hotel.
  • 20:00 Hrs : Dinner & Overnight at the Hotel.
  • 07:00 hrs. After breakfast drive to Guptkashi/ Sitapur.
  • 17:00 hrs. On arrival check in at the hotel.
  • 20:00 hrs. Dinner - Overnight stay at the hotel.
  • Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From where, you will start your 18 km trek to Kedarnath.
  • You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included).
    Mandakini, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund.
  • On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges.
  • Kedarnath Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is on the Garhwal Himalayan range near
    the Mandakini River in Kedarnath, Uttarakhand in India.
  • Early morning you get up before dawn and after taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the 'Abhishek' to Kedarnath Shiva.
  • Everyone can go inside Garbha Griha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. After darshan and puja you come out of the temple and return to the Camps / Lodges. Later you'll start the return trek of 20 km from Kedarnath to Sonprayag.
  • The vehicles wait for you in Sonprayag Car Parking and you'll drive to your hotel (Sitapur)/Guptkashi.
  • Dinner and Overnight at Rampur /Sitapur/Guptkashi.
  • 08:00 hrs : after breakfast drive for Badrinath today via Ukimath, Chopta and Joshimath.
  • 16:00 hrs : On arrival in Badrinath check in at your hotel &
  • proceed for darshan and Aarti of Badrivishal.
  • 20:00 hrs Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
  • Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for PinddanShraddh of ancestors (Pitrus).
  • Badrinath : situated at an elevation of 3133 mts. above sea level, Badrinath is one of the most celebrated pilgrim destination of the country.

Attractions –

  • Mana Village – It’s the last Indian village before Tibet, inhabited by the indo- mangolian tribe
  • Vyas Gufa – A rocky cave in Mana Village, beliefed that rishi Vyas scripted famous epic of times
    “Mahabaratha”
  • Charan Paduka – A beautiful meadow where you can see the footprints of Lord Vishnu on a boulder Tapt
  • Kund – it’s a natural hot water spring where the devotees take bath before entring the temple for pooja,
    darshan.
  • Narad Kund –Next to the Tapt Kund, believed that the idol of Badrinath G was recovered from this pool.
  • Vishuprayag – The first prayag, confluence of Dhauliganga and
  • Alakananda River.
  • 1300 hrs : Drive down to Sri Nagar enroute visiting Rudraprayag
  • 1800 hrs : on arrival check in at your Hotel.
  • 2000 hrs : Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.
  • 08:00 hrs. : After breakfast drive to Haridwar en route visiting Devprayag
  • Devprayag : one of the panch prayags where confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi happens.
  • Visit Raghunath G Temple : It is believed that Lord Ram and his father King Dushratha did penance here. The temple here is believed that was built more then ten thousand years ago revealing the history of existence of Lord Krishna & Lord Rama.
  • 1400 Hrs : Approx arrive Haridwar -On raching drop at railway station / airport.

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