Chardham
Nestling in the lofty Himalayan peaks are the four most holy pilgrimages of India -Yamunotri, Gangotri, Sri Kedarnathji and Sri Badrinathji, collectively called the Char Dham (four sacred spots) of Hinduism. For centuries, saints and pilgrims, in their search for the divine, have walked these mystical vales known in ancient Hindu scriptures as 'Kedarkhand'.
We take you to a spiritual journey of the most sacred of all pilgrimages with our cheap holiday packages. Endowing you with complete state of the art service and facility, our cheap travel holiday packages bequest you with a pious retreat. Our holiday package will follow the traditional parikrama that starts with Yamunotri, going on to Gangotri, Kedarnath and culminating at Badrinath.
Badrinath Temple
One of the key destinations in our holiday package to Chardham includes a tour to the most revered Hindu shrines of India, the Badrinath Temple. Situated in the lap of Nar-Narayan Parvat, with the towering Neelkanth peak (6,597mts.) in the background, it is said that "there are many sacred spots of pilgrimage in the heaven, earth and the other world but neither is there any equal to Badrinath nor shall there be one." The best time to visit the shrine is between May to October as the temple remains open from first week of May to the 2nd week of November.
Kedarnath Temple
Our Chardham holiday package will saunter you through another imposing sight – the Kedarnath Temple. Standing unshaken in the middle of a wide plateau surrounded by snow covered peaks, the temple depicts the finest of architectural creation. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this holiest of all shrines is considered to be more than 1000 years old.
Gangotri Temple
The holiday package will also take you to the picturesque pilgrimage of Gangotri, (Ganga' + ’Uttari’ which means descended). Situated in the hinterlands of the Himalayas, this sacred spot where Ganga, the stream of life, is said to have touched earth for the first time, presents the vastness of scenic splendor. The verdant valleys, dense forests and towering peaks offer excellent trekking and mountaineering opportunities for adventure enthusiasts.
Yamunotri Temple
Situated opposite to Gangotri is the holy shrine of Yamunotri. The source of the Yamuna River and the seat of the goddess Yamuna, Yamunotri has one of the most fabulous scenic views. Originally constructed by Maharaj Pratap Shah of Tehri Garhwal, this sacred place falls on the left bank. Our Chardham holiday package would take you on a complete tour, covering all major locations around the shrine.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Delhi
Welcome to the capital city of India, Delhi. Upon arrival , you will be met and assisted our representative at the airport who would escort you to the hotel.Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 2: Delhi
After breakfast,proceed on a guided city tour of old Delhi which includes Rajghat, magnificent Red Fort and Jama Masjid (largest mosque in Asia) built by Mughal Emporer Shahjahan.Next proceed to Humanyun Tomb, Qutab Minar, India Gate, Birla Mandir, Bahai Temple.Optional tours in the evening can be arranged for sound and light show at the Red Fort. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 3: Delhi - Haridwar (214 kms/5hrs)
After Breakfast, Depart for Haridwar by road. Enroute take lunch.On arrival,check in at your hotel.The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city on your own. In Evening,Attend the Ganga Arti at Har Ki Pauri. After a sumptuous Dinner, Drive to your hotel, Haveli Hari Ganga or similar for an overnight stay at Haridwar.
Day 4: Haridwar – Barkot (175kms/7hrs)
After breakfast,Proceed to Barkot,a beautiful town surrounded by snow clad mountains.En-route enjoy delicious lunch at road side restaurant.After a delicious dinner,Drive to your hotel,The Chard Dham Camp, Barkot for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (38kms-2hrs, local taxi drive 7 Kms/1hrs, 5kms/3hrs trek one side)
After an early breakfast,proceed for an adventurous trek to Yamunotri ,the birth place of river Yamuna .Pay a holy visit to the temple of goddess Yamuna where you can take a dip at the holy kund filled by hot springs. Return to Barkot in the evening,take dinner and stay overnight at The Chardham Camp, Barkot.
Day 6: Barkot – Harsil (174 kms- 7hrs)
After breakfast,drive to one of the most beautiful valleys in the world,Harsil En-route,stop at Gangnani for a holy dip in hot spring. Check in at hotel The Char Dham Camp. Enjoy a sumptuous Dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 7: Harsil – Gangotri – Uttarkashi ( 110 Kms )
After breakfast at the hotel ,Get set for a wonderful trek to Gangotri, the origin point of the sacred river Ganges. Rejuvenate yourself with a holy deep in river Ganga .Perform pooja and relax in the lovely environs of Gangotri. Proceed to Uttarkashi after a having a filling lunch at Harsil. Take Dinner and overnight stay at The Chardham Camp, Maneri, Uttarkashi.
Day 8: Uttarkashi – Guptakashi ( 228 Kms/ 8 Hrs )
After early breakfast, we will proceed to Guptakashi (283 kms/9 hrs). Dinner and overnight at The Chardham Camp, Guptakashi.
Day 9: Guptakashi – Kedarnath - ( 32 Kms drive- 1 hr / 14 Kms Trek / 4 hrs)
After breakfast, we proceed to Gaurikund (32 kms / 1hr ). Take a holy dip at Taptakund and begin our trek to Kedarnath (14 kms/4 hrs). In the evening we take you to visit Kedarnath Temple for Darshan, Aarti & pooja. Dinner and overnight at Punjab & Sindh Awas or similar.
Day 10: Kedarnath – Guptakashi – ( 14 Kms Trek – 3 Hrs/ 32 Kms Drive – 1hrs )
After breakfast, Commence your journey towards Guptakashi with a stpoover at Taptakund. Guptakashi is famous for the ancient Vishwanath temple.Check in at hotel,Enjoy your Dinner and overnight stay at The Chardham Camp, Guptakashi.
Day 11: Guptakashi – Joshimath ( 175 Kms / 6-7 Hrs)
After breakfast, Proceed to Joshimath that offers you the spectacular views of the snow topped himalayan ranges . On arrival , check in to the hotel The Chardham Camp. Evening is free for you to explore Joshimath on your own. Dinner and overnight at The Chardham Camp, Joshimath.
Day 12: Joshimath – Badrinath – Joshimath ( 45 Kms drive one way/ 2 Hrs)
After breakfast, Proceed to Badrinath. On arrival take holy Darshan and spend some time visiting Mana Village inhabited by an Indo- Mongolian tribe.Drive back to Joshimath in the evening. Dinner and overnight stay at The Chardham Camp, Joshimath.
Day 13: Joshimath – Haridwar /Rishikesh ( 274 Kms/ 9-10 hrs)
After breakfast, Leave for Haridwar.In Evening, explore the local markets and food outlets. Dinner and overnight stay at Haridwar or Rishikesh.
Day 14: Haridwar/Rishikesh – Delhi
After a boxed breakfast,Drive back to New Delhi.Upon arrival at Delhi, Depart to the airport to board your flight back home with wonderful memories of your Char dham tour.
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