Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri & Yamunotri pilgrimage in Uttarakhand is a journey for the upliftment of soul and innermost self. Located in the Garhwal Himalaya ranges in Uttarakhand, these are the four most sacred Hindu shrines that draw devotees from India and around the world. The purpose of this sacred journey is to attain salvation, or moksha, the ultimate state of liberation in Hinduism. The 4 Dham temples hold immense significance in Hindu mythology. 4 Dham Yatra is a pious pilgrimage tour to sacred Badrinath (abode of Lord Vishnu), Kedarnath (abode of Lord Shiva), Gangotri (abode of goddess Ganga) and Yamunotri (abode of goddess Yamuna) Shrines. There is another Char Dham, which consists of four holy sites scattered all over India. Established by Adi Shankaracharya, these are Badrinath in Uttarakhand, Dwarka in Gujarat, Puri in Odisha and Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu.
🏞️ Highlights:
Haridwar, Barkot
Uttarkashi, Guptkashi
Kedarnath, Badrinath
Rudraprayag
Yamunotri, Gangotri
Mana
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival Haridwar
Haridwar
Arrive Delhi / Haridwar Airport / Railway Station (Approx. 09:00 A.M.), meet and greet by our representative, Procced to Haridwar Hotel. check in to the hotel and relax. Half Day Haridwar Sightseen. Evening Gangaji Aarti. Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Day 2 :
Haridwar - Barkot (220 Kms/7 Hours).
Barkot
After breakfast, check out and travel to Barkot. Drive to Barkot via Dehradun & Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall (Optional On Traffic Conditions) and later drive straight to your Hotel or Camp for night halt. overnight stay at Barkot.
Barkot:
Barkot is a charming hill station and the last major town near Yamunotri located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The Ganga and Yamuna river passes through the town. Barkot is known for its trekking trails, white water rafting and stunning view of Bandarpooch mountain. It also acts as the perfect stopover on the Char Dham Yatra.
Day 3 :
Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot (36 Kms Drive & 7kms Trek One Side).
Barkot
After breakfast, Drive to Hanuman Chatti, from here you have to take local jeeps for Janki chatti (It helps to reduce the trek upto 8 kms), trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Here near the temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Hanumanchatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel/Camp Barkot
Yamunotri :
Yamunotri is the source of River Yamuna, situated 30 km from Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand. It is one of the most revered pilgrimages in India, part of the famous Chhota Char Dham yatra (including Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath). The main attraction here is the Yamunotri Temple dedicated to Ma Yamuna. Yamunotri has to be reached by a 6 km trek which starts from Jankichatti. The 2.5 hours trek can be done on foot, mule, palanquin or pithoo (carrier). The yatra to Yamunotri is usually completed in one day.
Yamunotri temple remains open for 6 months each year. On Akshya Tritiya, the idol of Ma Yamuna is shifted to the Yamunotri Temple from Khushimath. On Bhai Dooj, the idol is returned to Khushimath for the next 6 months. The opening of Yamunotri Temple marks the beginning of Char Dham yatra each year. The temple remains open from 6 AM - 8 PM. Aarti Timing is 6:30 AM and 7:30 PM.
Day 4 :
Barkot - Uttarkashi (100 Kms/4Hr)
Uttarkashi
After breakfast, check- out from the Hotel. And travel to Drive to Uttarkashi via Barkot. Check in Hotel, Later visit Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi. Uttarkashi: Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected.
Uttarkashi :
Endearingly called as Devbhoomi, Uttarkashi, literally meaning 'Kashi of the North', is a quaint little town tucked away in the hill state of Uttarakhand. Revered by the Hindus as one of their propitious religious sites, the townhouses two of the total four holy shrines of Hindu mythology. It is one of the most visited cities of religious relevance in the area and gives you a sense of heightened divinity and an out of the world experience. The region was more in the favour of religious tourism initially but lately the spurring of trekking and adventure activities invites a lot of non religion tourists as well. Replete with ashrams and mandir, the town has got a spiritual vibe to it. All in all, the entire place boasts of divine heritage, mesmerising natural beauty, scenic panoramas and a wonderful irenic atmosphere.
Day 5 :
Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100 Kms/3Hr Each Side).
Uttarkashi
After breakfast, We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi. overnight stay Hotel at Uttarkashi. (Gangotri Temple, Submerged Shivling and Kedar Ganga Sangam).
Gangotri:
Gangotri Dham is the origin of the holy River Ganga, located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It is one of the most revered pilgrimages in India, part of the famous Chhota Char Dham yatra (including Yamunotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath).
Gangotri is the easiest to reach (by direct bus or taxi) out of the char dhams. It is located 300 km from Rishikesh and 100 from Uttarkashi. The main attraction of Gangotri is the Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Ma Ganga. The temple remains open for 6 months each year, from May to November. On Akshya Tritiya, the idol of Ma Ganga is shifted to the Gangotri Temple from Mukhbas (Mukhimath). On Bhai Dooj, the idol is returned to Mukhimath for the next 6 months. The temple remains open from 4 AM -9 PM. Aarti Timing is 6 AM and 7:45 PM.
Day 6 :
Uttarkashi – Guptkashi (220 Kms/8Hr)
Guptkashi
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and Travel to Early morning, Kedarnath. On The Way Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda, Rudranath and Chamunda Devi, Koteshwar Temple (3 Kms). Arrive Guptkashi .Check in to the Hotel, Stay At Sitapur / Guptkashi.
Guptkashi:
The temple town of Guptakashi is located at a distance of 47 kms from the holy town of Kedarnath. Perched at an elevation of 1319 m above the sea level, Guptakashi enjoys the mesmerising backdrop of the enchanting snow-covered peaks of Chaukhamba mountains.
It houses two ancient temples namely Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Ardhnareshwar Temple. Manikarnika Kund is another popular destination in the town. In fact, Guptkashi serves as a perfect stopover for those travelling to Kedarnath. The fantastic weather, lush green forests and captivating views of Chaukhmaba Range along with its rich past and heritage, the town is a wholesome package for vacation makers.
Day 7 :
Kedarnath Darshan By Chopper / Trek Distance: 17 Km each side Night Halt
Guptkashi
After Breakfast, Morning drive to Sarsi Helipad, Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes , Adhar Card Original . Early in the morning you will drive till Sonprayag (vehicles allow till this point) from here you need to take a local jeep/ Max to reach Gaurikund (3 Kms, on direct payment basis, approx. INR 200 per person). Upon arrival in Gaurikund, you will start your Trek towards Kedarnath Temple, which is a long and beautiful man-made trail. Later performing Pooja and Darshan of Shri Kedarnath Temple. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Kedarnath:
Kedarnath is one of the most sacred temples and the holiest Hindu pilgrimages in India. A part of Chhota Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is one of the most important among the 12 Jyotirlingas in India dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Located on the Garhwal Himalayan Range in the Rudraprayag District, Kedarnath Temple can only be reached from Gaurikund through a trek and remains open only for six months from April to November, due to heavy snowfall in the region during the rest of the months.
Day 8 :
Kedarnath – Srisi - Triyogonarayan .
Kedarnath
Early In The Morning Aarti At Kedarnathji Temple After Darshan, Drive Back To Helipad Return Back To Sersi By Chopper / Later trek down to Gaurikund. On arrival in Gaurikund from here you need to take a local jeep/ Max to reach Sonprayag (3 kms, on direct payment basis, approx. 200 per person). Procced To Hotel After Refreshment Visit Triyoginarayan Shiv Parvati Vivah Sthal Evening Return Back To Hotel Stay At Guptkashi.
Triyoginarayan :
Triyuginarayan is a famous place of Hindu worship that is located in the Rudraprayag District of Uttarakhand. Situated at the height of 1,980 metres above the sea level, the popular tourist attraction is perhaps the most well known for its Triyuginarayan Temple, which is a Hindu temple that is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The name of the temple "Triyugi Narayan" is made up of three different words: Tri means three; Yugi denotes Yuga and Narayan refers to Vishnu. This basically means that people have been offering woods to the holy fireplace since three Yugas at this particular site.
Day 9 :
Guptkashi - Badrinath (210 Kms).
Badrinath
After Breakfast check out from the hotel and Travel to Badrinath via Chopta. Enroute drive via Chopta and visit Narsingh Temple at Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Later at evening visit Badrinath Temple for Aarti. Overnight stay At Badrinath.
Badrinath:
Badrinath, known for the sacred Badrinath Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu is one of the four Char Dham and Chota Char Dham pilgrimage yatras. Perched on the Garhwal hill tracks, near the Alaknanda River, Badrinath is situated in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Placed between Nar and Narayan mountain ranges, Badrinath Temple is situated in the backdrop of the mighty Neelkanth mountain and is known for stunning natural beauty.
Situated at the height of 10,279 feet, the Badrinath Temple is believed to be originally established by the saint, Adi Shankaracharya. The temple houses a black stone idol of Lord Vishnu which is 1m tall and is considered to be one of the 8 swayam vyakta kshetras or self-manifested statues of Vishnu. It also finds its mention in the 108 Divya Desams devoted to Lord Vishnu in India.
Day 10 :
Badrinath – Mana - Rudraprayag (190 Kms)
Rudraprayag
Early In The Morning Pooja At Badrinathji Temple .Badrinath one of the 'Four Dhams' is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name "Badri van", meaning "forest of berries".
Tapt Kund:
Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
Narad Kund:
A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
Brahama Kapal:
A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform proppitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.
Sheshnetra:
1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag's eye. Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet. Vasundhara: As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath out of which 2 kms. is motorable upto Mana.
Bhim Pul:
On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
Vyas Gufa (cave):
Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries. Afternoon Travel drive Badrinath to Rudraprayag 170 Kms apporx via Joshimath. Arrive in Devprayag overnight stay in hotel.
Day 11 :
Devprayag To Haridwar Via Rishikesh 130 Kms Apporx
Haridwar
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and Travel from Devprayag to Haridwar Via Rishikesh. in Route Rishikesh visit Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Shivananda Ashram and Parmarth Ashram. After visit rishikesh drive to Haridwar overnight stay in hotel.
Rishikesh :
Located in the foothills of the Himalayas along the convergence of Ganga and Chandrabhaga River, Rishikesh is a small town in the Dehradun district, located close to Haridwar in Uttarakhand. Rishikesh (also called as Hrishikesh) is known for its adventure activities, ancient temples, popular cafes and as the "Yoga Capital of the World". Gateway to Garhwal Himalayas, Rishikesh is also a pilgrimage town and one of the holiest places for Hindus.
Haridwar :
Haridwar is one of the seven holiest cities in India, situated in Uttarakhand. It is located where the sacred river Ganga enters the Indo-Gangetic plains for the first time. Dotted with temples, ashrams and narrow lanes across the city, Haridwar is a famous Hindu temple town where millions of devotees come to take a dip in the holy Ganges. It's believed that taking a dip in the sacred Har Ki Pauri relieves one of all the sins.
Day 12 :
Haridwar To Delhi .
Haridwar
After Breakfast Checkout From The Hotel .Half Day leisure Drive To Delhi Airport Drop. As Per Flight Timings. Evening 05:00 P.M. drop in Airport tour end. back to home with thousands of photographs and lots of sweet memories.
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