The Chardham Yatra is one of the most revered pilgrimages in India, especially in Hinduism. It consists of visiting four sacred shrines in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand:
Yamunotri (Source of River Yamuna)
Gangotri (Source of River Ganga)
Kedarnath (Dedicated to Lord Shiva)
Badrinath (Dedicated to Lord Vishnu)
The pilgrimage takes devotees through breathtaking landscapes of the Garhwal Himalayas while offering profound spiritual experiences.
Welcome to Devbhoomi Uttrakhand Morning arrival at Haridwar Railway station, meet our My Tempo Traveller Executive & drive to Barkot via Dehradun & Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall and other palaces. Later drive to Barkot. on arrival, Check-into hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Early Morning after breakfast, drive to Hanuman Chatti for Jankichatti (it helps to reduce the trek upto 8 km); trek start from here to Yamunotri (6 km). 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 JamunabaiKund’s warm water and having “Darshan” of the pious “Yamunaji” return to Hanumanchatti. Later drive back to hotel Barkot & Overnight stay at hotel.
Hanuman Chatti: The confluence of Hanuman Ganga & Yamuna River.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
DAY 03: BARKOT – UTTARKASHI (100KMS/4HR)
Morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. on arrival check-into hotel, after refreshment visit Vishwanath Temple. Later back to hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Uttarkashi: Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here w here a massive iron trident is erected.
DAY 04: UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI (100KMS/3HR EACH SIDE)
Morning after breakfast drive to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After Gangotri darshan drive back to Uttarkashi & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.
Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valley, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
DAY 05: UTTARKASHI- GUPTKASHI (235KMS/9HR)
Morning after breakfast drive to Guptakashi on the way visit Devprayag Sangam. Later drive to Guptakashi. On Arrival check-into hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Devprayag is one of the famous Panch Prayag where the Bhagirathi river and Alaknanda river meet to form the mighty Ganges. The name ‘Devprayag’ literally means ‘Godly Confluence’ and is considered one of the most sacred confluence of the river.
DAY 06: GUPTKASHI-KEDARNATH (18KMS TREK)
Early morning drive to Sonprayag vai Phata/Sirsi, Trek start from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (3584 mts) on foot or on by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries & clothes for an night halt at Kedarnath. On arrival check-into Tent/Hotel. Later visit Kedarnath Temple.
Gaurikund: At a distance of 5kms from Sonprayag and at an altitude of 1982 meters, one can take bath in the hot water pond here and visit the Gauri Temple. This is the place where Goddess Parvathi meditated to attain Lord Shiva. It is the base for a trek to Kedarnath.
Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range.
Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull.
On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as PanchKedar.
DAY 07: KEDARNATH -GUPTAKASHI (18 KM Trek )
Morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel/tent Take Aarti & darshan & trek back to Sonprayag. Later drive back to Guptakashi hotel & Overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 08: GUPTKASHI – BADRINATH (215KMS/9HR)
Morning after breakfast drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. On arrival check-into hotel. Later at evening visit Badrinath Temple for Aarti. Later back to hotel & Overnight stay.
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.
NaradKund : A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
BrahamaKapal : 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.
Charanpaduka : 3kms. away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.
Mata MurtyTemple : Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Sesh Netra Temple , Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.
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. fromBadrinath out of which 2 kms. ismotorableupto Mana.
BhimPul : 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.
DAY 09: BADRINATH – JOSHIMATH – PIPALKOTI (75KMS/3 HR)
Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakamal is significant for PinddanShraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the “Mukh” of the SaraswatiRiver . Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. Later drive back to Pipalkoti via Joshimath. On the way visit Joshimath. Later drive to Pipalkoti On arrival check-into hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four ‘Maths’ established by AdiShankaracharya, Joshimath is in the Badrinath to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to worship. There are many temples in the township most important is the temple of Nir Singh in commotion of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity is with time and the popular belief holds that the day the the arm completely withers Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the residence into the neighboringNiti Valley at BhavishyaBadri. Joshimath is connected by regular bus service to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Badrinath and many other centres in the region.
DAY 10: PIPALKOTI-HARIDWAR (220 KMS/ 6 HR)
Morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel & drive back to Haridwar. On the way to visit Rishikesh, the ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of the Ganga and is surrounded by the Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of “Hrishikesh,” and this area henceforth came to be known as Rishikesh. Temples & Sight Seeing: LaxmanJhulla, Ram Jhulla, TriveniGhat, Bharat Mandir, Ashram, Parmarth Ashram later drive back to Haridwar & drop at railway station. Tour and Services End. Chardham Tour Package Ex Haridwar
Travel Tips for Chardham Yatra
Physical Fitness: Prepare with walking and light exercises; the terrain can be challenging.
Clothing: Pack warm clothes, sturdy shoes, gloves, and rainwear.
Accommodation: Stay in dharamshalas, hotels, or camps based on availability.
Altitude Sickness: Carry essential medicines and stay hydrated.
Essentials: Bring ID proofs, torch, power banks, snacks, and water bottles.
Transportation: Book government-approved tour operators for reliable travel arrangements.
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