A Yatra in India usually means a pilgrimage. The Char Dham Yatra is one of the holiest pilgrimages in India. It is a collection of 4 prominent spots of spiritual significance in Hinduism. The 4 spots are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. There is a temple at each of these spots dedicated to the presiding deity. Interestingly, there is a hot spring at each of these 4 pilgrimage spots.
The Yamunotri and Gangotri temples open every year on the auspicious occasion of Akshaye Tritiya followed by the opening of the Kedarnath and Badrinath temples.
🏞️ Highlights:
Haridwar
Jankichatti
Yamunotri
Tapt kund
Surya kund
Gangotri
Uttarkashi
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Haridwar/Dehradun Airport – Barkot
Barkot
Upon arrival at Haridwar/Dehradun Airport, our driver will pick you from the station or airport and drive to Barkot. Upon arrival check-in at the hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Overnight stay at Barkot.
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.
Early Morning , Check-out from the hotel. Later drive to Jankichatti, Jankichatti is the starting point for trek route towards Yamunotri i.e. 6 Kms one way [you have option either walk or hire Pony or by Doli at your own cost]. Upon arrival at Yamunotri, take a Holy bath in Tapt Kund (Hot spring) or Yamuna River (Cold Water) and visit Yamunotri temple "Darshan" and Pooja of pious "Yamuna Ji" at Divya Shila. Later return to Janki Chatti and then further drive back to Barkot. Enroute visit Vishwanath Temple.Upon arrival check-in at hotel. Rest of the day free. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Jankichatti:
Jankichatti is the starting point of the trek to Yamunotri. The 6 km trek to Yamunotri is done in 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It can be done on foot or mule, palki (palanquins) and pithoo (carrier) are available from Jankichatti. It is also popular for the hot springs where pilgrims take a dip before starting their trek.
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.
Tapt Kund:
Believed to be the home of Lord Agni, Tapt Kund is a natural hot water spring near the Badrinath Temple, heating to 45 degrees Celsius. Located by the Alaknanda riverbank, visitors take therapeutic baths here. The water of the kund is believed to have medicinal properties, curing various skin diseases. Devotees take a dip in the Tapt Kund before visiting Badrinath Temple.
Day 3 :
Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi
After breakfast, we proceed to the Gangotri excursion tour. En-route enjoy picturesque Harsil valley, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. Upon arrival at Gangotri, visit Gangotri Mata Temple and perform pooja, Bhagirath Shilla and Surya Kund. Thereafter we drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Surya Kund:
Surya Kund is a spectacular waterfall in Gangotri, located 500 metres from the Gangotri Temple. Suryakund holds religious significance as it is believed that Goddess Parvati used to take a bath here, paying homage to the Sun God. A rainbow is created every time water falls down into the kund while the sun in shining. The best time to visit Surya Kund is during the morning.
Gangotri temple:
Gangotri Temple, a religiously important temple in Hinduism, is located in the quaint town of Gangotri, Uttarkashi District in the Indian State of Uttarakhand. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and is the highest and the most important shrine dedicated to the deity. The sacred temple and the surroundings offer a scenic view of the breathtaking Himalayas and the ever so gorgeous River Ganga. The sight is breathtaking in the mornings during sunrise as the sun shines from behind the Himalayas spreading light and life to the region.
Day 4 :
Uttarkashi – Dehradun – 180kms/06 hrs.
Dehradun
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel. Later drive to Dehradun, upon arrival check-in at hotel. An overnight stay at hotel. This is the reporting day at Dehradun, which is our main base (starting & ending point) for the Heli-tour.
Note: - Passengers must reach Dehradun in the afternoon. In the evening, there will be a Tour Briefing by our Dehradun team, which will be conducted at 19:00 Hrs. Duffel bags will be provided during the tour briefing, in which necessary luggage will have to be packed by the passengers – Maximum 5 kg/person will be permitted.
Day 5 :
KEDARNATH
Dehradun
DETAILS:
At 05:30 Hrs (approximate) ETD from Sahastradhara Helidrome
At 06:00 Hrs (approximate) ETA at Sersi Heli – base
•Passengers will report at Sahastradhara Helidrome by 04:30 Hrs. (approximate)
•In case flight is getting delayed due to NOTAM/delayed clearances/bad weather etc., we shall convey to the passengers in advance, so that they may report according to the delayed timings at the Helidrome.
•Sersi – We operate the shuttle services for Kedarnath ji shrine from here.
•Passengers might be ferried in different shuttle services flights, in view of the maximum weight carrying capacity of the aircraft at a high-altitude destination such as Kedarnath.
•In order to catch shuttle helicopter from Sersi/Kedarnath, passengers may have to wait as per operator’s flying schedule issued by UCADA for the respective date.
•Approximate time taken for Kedarnath Temple Darshan: 02 hours.
•The shuttle services flight Sersi to Kedarnath is approx. 07 minutes long.
•Once the darshan is done, passengers will be back to Sersi for refreshments.
Badrinath:
DETAILS:
At 09:00 Hrs (approximate) ETD from Sersi Heli – base
At 09:30 Hrs (approximate) ETA at Badrinath Helipad
•On arrival at Badrinath helipad, our team will take the passengers for darshan.
•Approximate time taken for Badrinath Temple Darshan: Approx. 01-1.5 Hrs. Passengers will be taken to the temple by car.
• After darshan, passengers will be brought back to Badrinath helipad for their flight to Sahastradhara Helidrome.
SAHASTRADHARA – Helipad Departure:
DETAILS:
At 11:00 Hrs (approximate) ETD from Badrinath Helipad
At 12:00 Hrs (approximate) ETA at Sahastradhara Helidrome
•Estimated time of arrival will be 1200 Hrs at Sahastradhara.
•On arrival, our team will be present to receive the passengers.
•Our team will arrange a lunch for the passengers at Dehradun.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 And 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only
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