Char Dham Package Ex Haridwar
Overview
Package Name | Char Dham Package Ex Haridwar |
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Duration | 9 Day/8 Night |
Place to be Visited | 2N Barkot |2N Uttarakashi |2N Guptkashi |1N Badrinath | 1N Rudraprayag |
Included/Exclude
- 8 Night’s accommodation on twin sharing basis
- 8 Breakfasts & 8 Dinners
- Kedarnath stay without meal
- All transfer & sightseeing by Non vehicle as per itinerary
- All toll tax, parking, fuel and driver allowances
- All applicable hotel and transport taxes.
- Any Airfare / Train Ticket / Insurance
- Visa Charges
- Camera & Entrance fees at tourist attraction
- Tips & Porterage
- Meals not specified in the package
- Any Expenses of Personal nature
- Surcharge if Applicable during high season
- Any Services not mentioned in the inclusions
- 5% GST
Tour Plan
Day 1: Haridwar – Barkot (approx 215km / 07 hrs. drive)
This morning, you depart for Barkot. Barkot is a beautiful hill station which is located on the foot of Yamunotri. As you drive through Mussoorie, you can visit the famous Kempty Falls on your 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 hiII Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Dinner and Overnight stay at Barkot.
Day 2: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (approx 42 km DRIVE / 06 km TREK)
After breakfast, depart for Hanumanchatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (8 km). Here you will begin the First hill Yatra of Yamunotri (6 Km trek). You have an option of hiring Palki 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 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. Return via the same route back to Barkot. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot – Uttarkashi (approx DRIVE 82 km, / 04 hrs. DRIVE)
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 4 : Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (approx 100 km. PER WAY)
Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Gangotri. 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 centu ry’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 5 : Uttarkashi – Guptkashi / Phata (approx 223 kms / 09 hrs DRIVE)
Leave for your next destination, Guptkashi after having your breakfast early in the morning. On reaching, check-in to the hotel. Guptkashi is located at a distance of 47 km from the holy shrine, Kedarnath. The town holds immense religious importance as it houses famous ancient temples like Vishwanath Temple and Ardhnareshwar Temple. Have your dinner and stay overnight in the hotel/camp.
Day 6: Guptkashi/Phata – Kedarnath – Guptkashi / Phata (approx 27 km DRIVE + 19 km TREK)
Early morning after breakfast 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) or you can book helicopter tickets (cost for both ways ticket comes around 9,500 rupees which is not included). Mandakini, one of the main tributaries of the Ganges originates at Kedarnath and flows through Gaurikund. “Jai Bholenath” chants echoes in the mountains. The mists envelop the mountains and slowly lift away. When you can view the picturesque beauty you are left mesmerized. 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 (Guptkashi/Rudraprag). Dinner and Overnight at Guptkashi/ Rudraprayag.
Day 7: Guptkashi/ Phata – Pandukeshwar / Badrinath (185 kms / 7 hrs )
After having your breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and start driving towards your next destination, Badrinath via Joshimath. Badrinath is an important pilgrimage site which holds immense importance for both Hindus and Buddhists. Badrinath temple is dedicated to Lord Vishn u and is set at a height of 3133 meter. 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. Later back to hotel. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 8: Badrinath – Rudraprayag / Srinagar
This morning if we had not visited Badrinath Temple so we can visit for Darshan. Later return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast check out from the hotel and proceed for Rudraprayag/Srinagar. En-route you can see Karanprayag Devprayag. On reaching Rudraprayag / Srinagar, check-in to the hotel. You can relax for the rest of the day. Have your dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 9: Rudraprayag / Srinagar – Haridwar
Early morning, after breakfast, you drive downhill to Haridwar via Rishikesh a spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. On reaching Rishikesh, go out for sightseeing. Visit Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula. Evening drive back to Haridwar. And drop to airport / Railway station