Char Dham Yatra - Ex Delhi (11N/12D Comfort Package) @ 46662

During the Chardham season, tourist and pilgrims start flocking to Uttrakhand and seek blessings. If you are planning the Chardham yatra our comfort package is best suited for all budgets. Package valid for 2 person minimum. Special group rates for group of 6 person or above.

Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar (230 Km / 6 to 7 hrs)

On arrival at Haridwar, check in to your hotel. In the evening, proceed to Har Ki Pauri to enjoy Ganga Aarti on the banks of Ganges. Dinner and Overnight stay at Haridwar.

Day 02: Haridwar – Barkot/ Karsali (205 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)

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

Day 03: Barkot/ Kharsali– Yamunotri – Barkot/Kharsali (48 Km / 2 hrs or start trek)

After breakfast, depart for Hanumanchatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (8 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (6 Km trek). 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 the 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, check in at Hotel / Camp. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Barkot.

Day 04: Barkot/ Kharsali – Uttarkashi (85 Km/ 3 hrs Journey)

After breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in into the 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. Dinner and Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Day 05: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100 Km / 3 to 4 hrs)

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's 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 afternoon drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Day 06: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi (190 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)

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

Day 07: Guptkashi – Sonprayag – Kedarnath (30 Km + 20 Km trek)

Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From where, you will start your 20 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. Trudging with you are pilgrims chanting "Jai Bholenath." Sometimes the mist would envelop the mountains and slowly lift away, revealing a shiny blinding-white peak that threatens to rupture the skies. On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges.

Day 08: Kedarnath – Sonprayag – Guptkashi (20 Km trek + 30 Km drive)

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 Govt. 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. Dinner and Overnight at Guptkashi.

Day 09: Guptkashi – Joshimath – Badrinath (190 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)

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 into the hotel. After some rest and refreshments you are all set to go to Badrinath Temple for darshan in the evening. But first you have to go to Tapt Kund (Hot Spring), take bath and then go to the temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple of Shri Badrinath Ji 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. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 10: Badrinath – Joshimath – Rudraprayag (165 Km / 5 to 6 hrs)

This morning, go for Badrinath darshan. After darshan return back to hotel, breakfast at hotel and proceed for Badrinath local sightseeing visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple. Afternoon driver back to Rudraprayag via Karanprayag. Rudraprayag is a small pilgrim town on the holy confluence of river Alaknanda and Mandakini. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Rudraprayag town. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 11: Rudraprayag – Rishikesh – Haridwar (160 Km / 5 to 6 hrs)

Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Rishikesh a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. On reaching Rishikesh you'll do the Rishikesh sightseeing visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula. Evening drive to Haridwar. On arrival check in at hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 12: Haridwar – Delhi (230 Km / 6 to 7 hrs)

Morning breakfast at hotel, and you are on your last lap of this Chardham Yatra journey. Drive back to Delhi. On reaching Delhi transfer to Railway Station / Airport.

Package Inclusions:-

Accommodation on twin / triple sharing basis

Daily Breakfast & Dinner Veg. only at hotels.

Welcome drinks on arrivals.

News Papers in the vehicle.

Surface transportation by by AC Cars (AC will switch off in Hills).

All interstate taxes, permits, parking, road tax, toll taxes and fuel charges etc include.

All government applicable taxes and service charges.

Package Exclusions:-

Air Fare / Train Fare.

Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating

Any other items which not specified in "Cost Inclusions"

Note: Helicopter Ticket for Kedarnath @ INR 8000 per person on sharing basis (Phata / Sersi – Kedarnath - Phata /This rate may be changed without any prior notice.

HOTELS TO BE USED IN THE PACKAGE

City                Standard Package                        Comfort Package Nights

Haridwar         Hotel Khanna Palace/ Similar            SRS Lakshay/ Similar 

Barkot             Hotel Samrat/ Similar                       Hotel Devbhoomi/similar 

Uttarkashi        Bhagirathi Residency/Similar           Shivlinga TouristComplex 

Guptakashi      Hotel Mritunjay/Similar                       Lal Resort/ Similar 

Kedarnath       GMVN Camp/Lodges                         GMVN Camp/Lodges 

Badrinath         Hotel Patliputra/Similar                     Narayan Palace/Similar 

Rudrapryag      Shangrila Resort/Similar                    Monal Resort/Similar