Overview
- Uttarakhand Char Dham yatra can be easily called one of the most popular pilgrimage circuits in India. Every year, around the same time, the routes to the Chardham, or the four most sacred places of the Indian Himalayas are opened for the pilgrims to trek to. Four of these places, namely Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath are all situated in the state of Uttarakhand. Apart from the religious aspect associated with it, this pilgrimage also acts as a great attraction for travelers since it takes through some of the most beautiful regions of Uttarakhand’s mountains.
- An interesting fact about the Chardham Yatra of Uttarakhand is that it is not the first of its name. As surprising as it may sound, the one that takes place in Uttarakhand is the Chhota Chardham Yatra, which translates into the shorter version of the Chardham Yatra. The original Chardham refers to the four holy sites situated in four different corners of the country, established by Adi Shankaracharya back in the eighth century AD. The places he had established as the Chardham were Badrinath, Puri, Rameshwaram, and Dwarka. However, a smaller circuit of the pilgrimage was made out of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in the Indian Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
Brief Itinerary :
- Day 1: Haridwar- Barkot
- Day 2: Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot
- Day 3: Barkot- Uttarkashi
- Day 4: Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi
- Day 5: Uttarkashi - Guptkashi/Sitapur
- Day 6: Guptakashi/Sitapur - Kedarnath
- Day 7: Kedarnath - Guptkashi/Sitapur
- Day 8: Guptkashi/Sitapur - Badrinath
- Day 9: Badrinath - Rudraprayag
- Day 10: Rudraprayag - Haridwar
Group Batches 2024:
- May: 9, 16, 23
- June: 6, 13, 20
- September: 5, 12, 19, 26
- October: 1, 10, 17
Cost:
- Quad Sharing: 24,000/- per person
- Triple Sharing: 26,000/- per person
- Dual Sharing: 28,000/- per person
Note: Kedarnath Stay will be near Temple on Quad/Penta/Hexa or more sharing in a single room despite opting for Dual/Triple sharing. Dual/Triple sharing is only valid at Sonprayag Hotel Stay.
Ad-on (Per person):
- Delhi Pickup and Drop by AC Semi Sleeper Volvo: 1600/- per person
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Note: Pay 10000/- to block your seats and pay the rest 15 days before the event.
9 Nights 10 Days
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Itinerary
Day 1: Haridwar - Barkot
- On this day post completing the yatra registration formalities, meet our executive at the Pickup point. Start your journey to Yamunotri Dham first on your Chardham. Barkot is in Uttarkashi district and the last big town near Yamunotri Dham with a lot of hotel options Rishikesh to Barkot distance is 170 km and a 5-6 hrs drive and its hill journey so don’t forget to carry a puking bag and medicine for the Headache and vomiting. On arrival check into your pre-booked hotel. Barkot city is situated on the bank of river Yamuna so in the evening you can go for a walk near river Yamuna.
Day 2: Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot
- This morning start the Journey towards Yamunotri dham by driving from Barkot to Janki Chatti which is 45kms and 2hrs drive Janki Chatti is the place where the motorable road ends from here you have to trek 6kms each way to reach Yamunotri dham. Janki Chatti is also famous for its hot springs. Pony, Palki and Dolly services are also available for Janki Chatti to Yamunotri if you don’t want to trek. Yamunotri is the origin place for the holy river Yamuna, on arrival go for darshan at the main Yamunotri dham temple, the idol here is made of black marble and dedicated to the goddess Yamuna and was initially built in the 18th Century by Tehri Naresh Later reconstructed by queen of Jaipur in 19th century. Also, visit Surya Kund famous for its hot springs in which prashad is prepared, and Divya Shilla which is a rock in a reddish-brown color. After Yamunotri dham darshan the same way, Trek back to Janki Chatti and then drive back to your pre-booked hotel in Barkot. Post hectic day activities, relax at your hotels in Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot- Uttarkashi
- Today start your journey towards Gangotri Dham by driving from Barkot to Uttarkashi/Harshil which is situated 120 km and 4 hrs drive. Don’t forget to stop midway for tea or a snack break at Radi Top which is a viewpoint that offers a panoramic view of Ganga Valley on one side and Yamuna Valley on the other side. Visit Kashi Viswanath Temple in Uttarkashi On arrival check-in to the hotels in Harsil and evening free to enjoy the beauty of mother nature.
Day 4: Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi
- This morning get ready for the darshan of Gangotri Dham, and drive from Uttarkashi to Gangotri which is a 100 km and 3 hr drive. On arrival go for puja and darshan of Gangotri temple Dham which is situated on the bank of the holy river Bhagirathi and it was constructed in the 18th century by Nepali Gurkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Bhagirathi River originating from Gaumukh became river Ganga after meeting river Alanknanda at Devprayag. You can see submerged lord Shiva shivlinga on the rock where Shiva received Ganga in his matted lock during winter time at Gangotri Dham. After Gangotri darshan drive to Uttarkashi which is 100 km and 3hrs drive. Then drive back to your pre-booked hotel in Uttarkash. Post hectic day activities, relax at your hotels in Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi - Guptakashi/Sitapur
- Today you will have to move to Guptkashi or Sitapur for darshan of the third and most famous dham Kedarnath. Sitapur is the nearest place from Gaurikund which is the starting point for the trek to Kedarnath temple. Post a long road journey, take a rest at a pre-booked hotel Guptkashi or Sitapur.
Day 6: Guptakashi/Sitapur - Kedarnath
- Today is a very important day on your Chardham yatra journey, There are three ways to reach Kedarnath temple at Kedarnath Valley 1) Kedarnath Same day by Helicopter 2) Same Day darshan by pony 3) Trekking For trekking or Pony ride you have to take a local Taxi from Sonmarg to Gaurikund from where the trek/pony journey starts Gaurikund to Kedarnath temple is 16kms each side and Rambara is the midpoint for Kedarnath trek. It takes 4-5 hrs by pony each way and 7-8 hrs by trek reach. way. On arrival, go for the darshan of ancient Kedarnath temple dedicated to lord Shiva, you will be amazed at the beauty of this temple, and this temple is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Post darshan, return to your pre-booked stay at Kedarnath
Day 7: Kedarnath - Guptakashi/Sitapur
- Today, Do Again Darshan of Kedarnath ji & Bhairon Temple, and return to your respective stay. Now start trekking down to Gaurikund. Take jeep from Gaurikund to Sonprayag. Return to pre-booked stay at Guptkashi/Sitapur. Relax after a very hard day
Day 8: Guptakashi/Sitapur - Badrinath
- Today is also the long day on your journey to reach Badrinath, it's important to start your journey early morning from Sitapur so that you can reach Badrinath by 6 pm. The entire journey from Sitapur to Badrinath is a hill journey and you will cross several dense forests during the journey. You can stop midway for lunch and refreshments. Joshimath is the biggest city near Badrinath and it acts as a gateway for many famous trek and day trips from Joshimath. Badrinath temple town is on the bank of river Alaknanda. On arrival check in to the hotel in Badrinath.
Day 9: Badrinath - Rudraprayag
- Early in the morning go to Badrinath temple darshan which is dedicated to lord Vishnu it is one of the Chardham as per Hindu religion other three are Rameshwara, Dwarka, and Jagannath puri. It is advisable to first take a bath at Taptakund which is a hot spring in Badrinath and a few meters from Badrinath temple then go for Badrinath temple darshan. You may also visit Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mana village which is the last Indian village at the Indo-China border in Chamoli district, Post breakfast at the hotel, checkout, and drive to Rudraprayag. Rudraprayag is one of the five sacred Prayags of Uttarakhand, Rudraprayag is the meeting point of Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. On arrival check in to a hotel.
Day 10: Rudraprayag - Haridwar
- This morning post breakfast, pack your bag with a lot of unforgettable and lifelong memories of Spiritual Chardham yatra tour packages, check-out from the hotel, and drop to Rishikesh/Haridwar.
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't
What is included in the tour
- Transportation: Surface transfer via Tempo Traveler
- Accommodations: All nine nights hotel accommodations on a Quad sharing basis as per the Itinerary.
- Meal Plans: 18 meals (Day 1 Dinner, Day 2 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 3 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 4 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 5 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 6 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 7 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 8 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 9 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 10 Breakfast)
- Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
- Toll taxes and parking charges.
- Driver Allowances.
- All necessary permits.
What is NOT included in the tour
- 5% GST
- Sonprayag to Gaurikund Sumo Fare (Rs 30-40)
- Yatra registration as per required. (https://registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in/)
- Any porter, pony, palki, or helicopter tickets.
- Any additional expenses such as of personal nature.
- Any Entry tickets at exploration sites.
- Any adventures activities
- Additional accommodation/food costs incurred due to any delayed travel.
- Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in Package Inclusions.
- Any kind of tips
- Any other services not specified above in Inclusions.
Things To Carry
Mandatory Documents
- Medical Certificate
- Govt ID card with name and address
- Self-declared form
Bags
- Backpack (40-60 liters)
Footwear
- Trekking shoes: No sports shoes. The shoes need to have soles with good grip and ankle support.
- Socks (3 pairs): 2 pairs of cotton (for trekking) + 1 woolen pair (used only for sleeping)Sandals/Slippers for walking around
Clothes
- Trek pants (2) including the one you are wearing.
- Collared t-shirts (3 including the one you are wearing)
- Preferably light, full-sleeved t-shirts.
- Thick jacket: Carry 1 hollow full-sleeve windproof jacket/down jacket.
- Thermal inners: 1 pair of lightweight, upper and lower (optional)
Accessories
- Raincoat/poncho: (Mandatory as it can rain anytime in the mountains)
- Woolen cap/ Balaclava: (Must protect ears)
- Hand gloves: (Ensure that the gloves are warm and waterproof.)
- Sunglasses: Any dark color but blue. Sunglasses prevent snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.
Other Toiletries
- (Sunscreen - SPF 40+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
- Headlamp/LED torch(Mandatory)
- Camera: Carry all accessories - spare batteries, charger, etc.
- Water bottles: 2 bottles, 1 Litre each.
- Trekking pole: Trekking pole is mandatory. You can also rent a wooden stick from Gaurikund.
- Plastic covers: While packing, use plastic bags to compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastic bags for wet clothes.
Personal Medical Kit
- Mandatory. All these things need to go into one backpack. So make sure they are all light and you carry as little as possible.
Additional Information
Health & Safety:
- Before starting the trek, calculate your BMI (Ideal BMI should be between 18.5 and 24.9)
- Health and Safety checks mentioned below should be made before getting prepared for the trek
- A balanced mind and body are the first things that should be given importance before taking off because this is what will bring out the best of you in every condition.
- Your body should be fit enough to cover the entire trek with the backpacks on your back along with your body weight. That is why proper stamina and strength are needed. Also, trekking is done on uneven multi-terrains and not on smooth paths. So to gain leg strength, perform simple squats.
- Flexibility is very important when it comes to trekking. Good flexibility will be an advantage while walking on trails, climbing river crossings, etc. Attain flexibility by simply stretching or doing yoga.
- As the Himalayan treks are ascending and descending the slopes, you will need a proper transmission of Oxygen from the lungs and heart to the body muscles. For this, trekkers should have good cardiovascular endurance that can be gained by doing cardio exercises like running, swimming, cycling, etc.
