DIVINE CHAR DHAM YATRA – EX – DELHI - 2016 - BY ROAD
(Itinerary:
Delhi-Haridwar-Barkot-
Duration:11
Nights / 12 Days
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 amfor 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.
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HOTELS
USED IN THE PACKAGE
|
City
|
Standard
Package
|
Comfort
Package Nights
|
|
Haridwar
|
Hotel
Khanna Palace/ Similar
|
SRS
Lakshay/ Similar 2
|
|
Barkot
|
Hotel
Samrat/ Similar
|
Hotel
Devbhoomi/similar 2
|
|
Uttarkashi
|
Bhagirathi
Residency/Similar
|
Shivlinga
Tourist Complex 2
|
|
Guptakashi
|
Hotel
Mritunjay/Similar
|
Lal
Resort/ Similar 2
|
|
Kedarnath
|
GMVN
Camp/Lodges
|
GMVN
Camp/Lodges 1
|
|
Badrinath
|
Hotel
Patliputra/Similar
|
Narayan
Palace/Similar 1
|
|
Rudrapryag
|
Shangrila
Resort/Similar
|
Monal
Resort/Similar 1
|
Package
cost – Per Person
|
No of Pax
|
Vehicle
|
Standard Package
|
Comfort Package
|
|
02
Pax
|
Indigo
|
Rs
29715
|
Rs
38685
|
|
04
Pax
|
Innova
|
Rs
24885
|
Rs
33855
|
|
06
Pax
|
Innova
|
Rs
20515
|
Rs
29485
|
|
08
Pax
|
Tempo
Traveler
|
Rs
21205
|
Rs
30235
|
|
10
Pax
|
Tempo
Traveler
|
Rs
20055
|
Rs
29025
|
|
12
Pax
|
Tempo
Traveler
|
Rs
18675
|
Rs
27645
|
|
Extra
Adult Cost
|
|
Rs
8655
|
Rs
16675
|
|
Child
with bed cost(5/10 Yrs)
|
|
Rs
7950
|
Rs
13410
|
|
Child
without bed cost(5/10 Yrs)
|
|
Rs
6255
|
Rs
10150
|
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.
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