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Char Dham

Haridwar - Barkot - Uttarkashi - Sitapur - Kedarnath - Badrinath - Rishikesh

10 Nights / 11 Days

Day 01: Arrival at New Delhi & on to Haridwar

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

Day 02: Haridwar – Barkot (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 (hill) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Dinner and Overnight stay at Barkot.

Day 03: Barkot/Kharsali – Yamunotri – Barkot (48 Km / 2 hrs & Start trek 05 KM Each Side)

After breakfast, depart for Hanumanchatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (8 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (5 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 westernmost 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 ahead 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 – Uttarkashi (100 Km/ 4 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 Each Side)

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 / Sitapur (190 Km / 8 to 9 hrs)

After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi/Rampur/Sitapur. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Dinner and Overnight stay in Guptkashi/Rampur/Sitapur hotel/Camps. Here we have designed this program compatible to cover Kedarnath Ji Yatra by trek or helicopter. Hence we are providing here 03 consequent nights stay in Sitapur / Rampur or Guptkashi.

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

Early morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Sonprayag. From there, you will start your 21 km trek to Kedarnath. You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). On arrival check in at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Dinner and Overnight at Govt. Camps/Lodges. Or you can return back to Sonprayag as per your strength and choices. 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.

Day 08: Kedarnath – Sonprayag – Sitapur/Rampur (20 Km trek down and 05-10 Kms hotel 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. 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). Dinner and Overnight at Sitapur Or Rampur.

Day 09: Guptkashi – Joshimath – Badrinath (190 Km or 240 Kms / 8 to 9 hrs)

This morning, you check out of the hotel at 08:00 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. 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 – Rishikesh (8 to 9 hrs)

Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the Mukh of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. Later travel down Hill to Rishikesh for the night stay.

Day 11: Rishikesh – Delhi (235 Kms)

Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Delhi and drop at Railway station / Airport for your departures.

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