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The Divine Journey to Char Dham
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| Altitude |
3964m |
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| Total no. of days |
12 days |
| Total no. of trek days |
2 days |
| Fixed Departure dates |
Minimum 4 member group |
| Starting point of tour |
Rishikesh |
| End point of tour |
Joshimath /Rishikesh |
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Location Chart: Rishikesh - Yamunotri - Gangotri - Kedarnath - Badrinath - Rishikesh
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Best time to Visit: May to June and September to October
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| Tour Duration: 12 Days/11 nights |
Highlights
The Char Dham Yatra is of a immense religious significance
to the Hindu culture. It represents the four most religious
Hindu pilgrimage destinations of Yamunotri, Gangotri,
Kedarnath and Badrinath. People from all over the world
brave the severe weather conditions - adding a touch of
adventure to the religious journey. It gives you a chance
to take a dip in the rich Indian culture and to visit
the serenity of Himalayas for a spiritual fulfillment
compared to none. You will be surprised that this journey
has been undertaken by many historians, archaeologists,
due to its rich history. Adventure travellers and backpackers
follow this trail due to its uniqueness. It is also a
starting point for many trekking/hiking routes.
Itinerary:
Day 1
Delhi - Rishikesh 232km ( drive 5 - 6 hrs )
Pick up at Delhi and drive to Rishikesh by road/train (as
per preference). On arrival in Rishikesh, check in to the
hotel. Evening free for a visit to the Swargashram and for
attending the evening "Arti" (worshipping of river
Ganga) on the holy Ganges.
Day 2
Rishikesh - Barkot 220km ( drive 7 - 8 hrs )
Depart from Rishikesh early in the morning and take lunch en route at Mussoorie. Restart your journey and reach Barkot in the evening after visiting Kempty Falls on the way. On arrival check into hotel/camp at Barkot for dinner and night stay.
Day 3
Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot ( drive 32km; trek 14km round
)
After an early breakfast leave for Hanuman Chatti ( drive
32km ) to start your journey.  Alternately
take a local jeep to reach Phool Chatti to shorten your trek
by 5km. On arrival start your day on a tough trek of 7/12km
one way. Arrive at Yamunotri and after a "Darshan"
at the temple also take a holy "Achman" to start
your most sacred pilgrimage of Char Dhams. Come back to Phool
Chatti in the evening to return to camp/hotel for dinner and
relaxation.
Day 4
Barkot - Harsil ( drive 152km; 6 - 7 hrs )
After a relaxed breakfast leave for Harsil, a drive of 152km.
En route stop at Uttarkashi for lunch. On the way stop at
Gangnani for a hot sulphur-water spring dip. Restart to reach
Harsil, One of the most beautiful valleys in the world and
reach the camp/hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 5
Harsil - Gangotri - Harsil ( drive 22km one way )
After breakfast leave for Gangotri and on arrival take a holy
dip in the sacred river Ganga, the holy Ganges, also called
Bhagirathi at its origin. After performing "Pooja"
and relaxation in the lovely surroundings, return to the camp/hotel
in the afternoon to relax in the bright sunshine and to soak
in some of the breathtaking views of the beautiful valley.
Dinner and overnight rest at camp/hotel.
 Day 6
Harsil - Guptakashi 283km ( drive 9 - 10 hrs )
After a very early breakfast leave for the longest journey
of the trip by road. Late lunch en route at Srinagar. On the
way, see the heritage city of Tehri going down to the mighty
waters of Holy River Ganga. After lunch restart your journey
and meet the beautiful river Mandakini. Travel along this
to reach Guptakashi late in the evening. On arrival check
in to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 7
Guptkashi - Kedarnath. ( drive 32km; trek 14km )
After breakfast leave for Gauri kund ( a 32km drive one way
). On arrival start your journey on the tough trek ahead.
Stop for the lunch en route and restart to arrive by late
afternoon at Kedarnath. On arrival check in a hotel/dharamshala.
After freshening up perform "Pooja" and "Darshan"
at the Shri Kedarnathji shrine. In the evening also visit
Adi Shankaracharya samadhi in the vicinity of the temple.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel/dharamshala.
 Day 8
Kedarnath - Guptakashi ( Trek 14km; drive 32km )
After breakfast start your journey back to Gauri kund and
take a relaxing bath in the hot sulphur-water springs. After
this, drive down to Guptakashi by road to reach the camp/hotel
by evening. Dinner and overnight stay at Guptakashi.
Day 09
Guptakashi - Joshimath via Chopta 175km ( 6 - 7 hrs )
After breakfast leave for Joshimath via Chopta, one of the
most beautiful sites on the whole trip. Enjoy the beautiful
drive through the thick forests full of medicinal plantsand
stop at Pipalkoti for lunch. Arrive at the hotel/camp at Joshimath
by late afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay at Joshimath.
Day 10
Joshimath - Badrinath - Joshimath ( drive 90km )
After breakfast leave for Shri Badrinathji. On arrival perform
the holy "Darshan" and leave for an excursion to
the village. This the last village on the Tibetan border.
Come back to Joshimath for dinner and overnight stay at the
hotel/ashram.
Day 11
 Joshimath
- Rishikesh 252km; ( drive 9 - 10 hrs )
After breakfast leave for Rishikesh and take lunch at Srinagar.
Restart and if time permits spend time at Devprayag - the
confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi, to form the
Ganges. Reach Rishikesh in the evening to check in to the
hotel. Spend the evening discovering the traditions and cultures
of India on the banks of the holy river Ganges. Visit the
Swargashram, the Ram and Lakshman Jhoolas, the Gita Bhavan
and attend the evening "Arti" on the banks of the
Ganga. Overnight at Rishikesh.
Day 12
Rishikesh - Delhi
After breakfast leave for Delhi. Tour ends on arrival in Delhi.
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