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Char Dham Yatra

Duration: 
15 days
Altitude: 
4,023m (13,995ft)
Difficulty: 
Moderate
Holiday Style: 
Pilgrimage Tour
Starts/Ends: 
In Delhi, India

Holiday Overview

India is truly incredible, with a diversity of Nature, unfathomable culture, and a long history. India offers endless opportunity to accumulate experience and memories for a lifetime spiritual journey. Char Dham Yatra is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimages in India. Literally, Char Dham Yatra means a pilgrimage to four secret sites of Uttarakhand which comprises Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri. Each of the sites has its own legendary history and myth associated them, which give them immense religious importance. It is a pilgrimage of a lifetime for Hindu adherents.

Yamunotri Dham is dedicated to Yamuna River, which is believed to be the daughter of Sun in Hindu mythology. It is situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. It is believed that bathing in its water cleanses all sins and protects from untimely and painful death.

Gangotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Ganga, who is said to have descended on earth to absolve the sins of human kind. The river originates at Gaumukh from the Gangotri glacier which is some 18 km from the town of Gangotri. It is also called Bhagirathi, as king Bharirath bring the Ganga from Heaven to Earth for the liberation of his ancestor, sixty thousand sons of King Sagar. Situated in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, the original temple of Gangotri was built by Amar Singh Thapa, a Gurkha general, in the early 19th century.

Kedarnath Dham is situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, and it is the most remote pilgrimage site in the yatra. It is believed that the original temple of Kedarnath was built by Pandavas. Adi Shankaracharya got the present structure constructed in the 8th century adjacent to the old temple site. It is believed that Kedarnath Dham is the place where Padavas were liberated from their sins committed at the battlefield of Mahabharata.

Badrinath Dham is one of the 108 Divya Desham in Hindu religion. Thus, it is considered as one of the most holy places for Hindu adherents. Adi Shankaracharya found the idol of Lord Badri in Alaknanda River and placed it in a cave near the Tapt Kunda.

Yatra Overview

  • A complete darshan of Char Dham: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedharnath and Badrinath
  • Visit the holy places of Rishikesh, Haridwar, Uttar Kashi, Dev Prayag, Gaumukha
  • Pancha Prayag, the five holy confluences (Dev, Rudra, Karna, Nanda and Vishnu Prayags)
  • Garhwal parts of the Himalaya & Mana Gaun, the last village of India
  • Visit Surya Kund, Divya Shila, Tap Kund, Narad Kund, Vyash Gupha and many more

Covered Destinations: Delhi - Haridwar- Barkot - Yamunotri - Gangotri - Uttar Kashi- Gupta Kashi - Kedarnath- Rudra Prayag - Badrinath - Dev Prayag- Haridwar

 

Holiday Summary

  • Day 1:             Arrival in Delhi
  • Day 2-13:        On pilgrimage
  • Day 14:           Return to Delhi
  • Day 15:           Depart to home

Day-to-day Brief Itinerary

Day 1: 
Arrive at the New Delhi Airport and transfer to hotel
Destination: 
Delhi
Visit Kailash’s staff will receive you well at the airport and arrange immediate transfer to hotel. The team leader will deliver a detailed briefing on Char Dham Yatra and other immediate arrangements. Overnight in a hotel on full board basis.
Day 2: 
Drive to Haridwar, Atten Ganga Aarati
( Altitude: 314m, Duration: 5 Hours )
Duration: 
5 Hours
Altitude: 
314m
Destination: 
Haridwara
Drive to Haridwar after having early breakfast at the hotel, lunch will be served on the way. Upon our arrival, check in to the hotel. Late afternoon, visit some important temples and attend Ganga Aarati in the evening.
Day 3: 
Drive to Barkot
( Altitude: 1,250m, Duration: 7 Hours )
Duration: 
7 Hours
Altitude: 
1,250m
Destination: 
Barkot
After early breakfast and exploring major highlights of Haridwar, we will drive to Barkot. Overnight in a Tent House or guesthouse on full board basis.
Day 4: 
Trip to Yamunotri
( Altitude: 1,250m, Duration: 9 Hours )
Duration: 
9 Hours
Altitude: 
1,250m
Destination: 
Barkot
After breakfast, drive to Janaki Chatti (2650m), arrange doli and horses (if needed) and commence trek 6 km trek to Yamunotri (3295m). The uphill trail is wide and the view is scenic. Upon reaching, holy bathe at Garam Kunda, Darshan and perform Puja of Shree Yamuna Jee, and then trek back to Janaki Chatti followed by drive back to Barkot.
Day 5: 
Drive to Harshil
( Altitude: 2,750m, Duration: 9 Hours )
Duration: 
9 Hours
Altitude: 
2,750m
Destination: 
Harshil
After having breakfast drive for Harshil, visit Prakateshwar Cave, on the way and Vishwanath Temple in Uttar Kashi. Drive to Harshil after having lunch at Uttar Kashi.
Day 6: 
Drive to Gangotri and trek to Gaumukh
( Altitude: 3,775m, Duration: 8 Hours )
Duration: 
8 Hours
Altitude: 
3,775m
Destination: 
Bhojbasa
After breakfast drive to Gangotri (3415m). After Darshan and Puja at Gangotri temple, commence trekking to Gaumukh (4023m) and trek back to Bhoj-Basa. It is 22km trek in total. Overnight in Hotel gmvn at Bhojbasa.
Day 7: 
Trek back to Gangotri and drive to Uttar Kashi
( Altitude: 1,190m, Duration: 8 Hours )
Duration: 
8 Hours
Altitude: 
1,190m
Destination: 
Uttar Kashi
After breakfast, 14 km trek back to Gangotri then drive to Uttar Kashi. Uttar Kashi is situated on the bank of the holy Bhagirathi Ganga. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where there is a massive iron trident.
Day 8: 
Drive to Gupta Kashi
( Altitude: 1,320m, Duration: 5 Hours )
Duration: 
5 Hours
Altitude: 
1,320m
Destination: 
Gupta Kashi
After breakfast drive to Gupta Kashi. On the way cross the famous Tehri Dam and follow its massive water reserve.
Day 9: 
Helicopter ride to Kedarnath
( Altitude: 3,582m, Duration: 2 Hours )
Duration: 
2 Hours
Altitude: 
3,582m
Destination: 
Kedarnath
Fly to Kedarnath by helicopter, visit major shrines of Kedarnath, darshan and Puja. Overnight in a guest house at Kedarnath. This is the day to have life time experience of Kedarnath Sandhya Aarati and overnight in the lap of the Himalaya.
Day 10: 
Drive to Pipalkoti
( Altitude: 1,260m, Duration: 6 Hours )
Duration: 
6 Hours
Altitude: 
1,260m
Destination: 
Pipalkoti
After morning Puja and Darshan at the temple, fly to Guptakashi by helicopter, visit Triyugi Narayan. After lunch drive to Pipalkoti.
Day 11: 
Drive to Badrinath
( Altitude: 3,300m, Duration: 3 Hours )
Duration: 
3 Hours
Altitude: 
3,300m
Destination: 
Badrinath
After breakfast leave for Shree Badrinath, in-route visit Narsimha Temple, if time permits. After reaching Badrinath, further drive to Mana village to explore Vyas Gupha, Bhim Pul and Sararswati River. Mana village is the last village of India before the Tibetan border to the north. Return back to hotel and proceed to highly revered Badrinath Temple for Darshan and Puja.
Day 12: 
Drive to Dev Prayag
( Altitude: 850m, Duration: 9 Hours )
Duration: 
9 Hours
Altitude: 
850m
Destination: 
Dev Prayag
After breakfast, drive to Dev Prayag, which is one of the Panch-Prayags (five confluences) of the Alakhananda River where the Alakhananda and Bhagirathi Ganga meet and gets new name of Holy River Ganges.
Day 13: 
Drive to Rishikesh
( Altitude: 340m, Duration: 3 Hours )
Duration: 
3 Hours
Altitude: 
340m
Destination: 
Rishikesh
Early morning, visit the holy confluence, Dev Prayag. After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh, optional rafting at Ganga River. Enjoy the evening Arati in Rishikesh, the paramartha Aarati and explore around.
Day 14: 
Drive to Delhi
Duration: 
5 Hours
Destination: 
Delhi
Drive to Delhi, check in to the hotel. Evening visit Akshardham Temple and have dinner there.
Day 15: 
Depart for onward journey
Visit Kailash Treks will provide a private vehicle for airport transfer. Aum Namah Shivaya and see you again for our next divine pilgrimages.

What's Included

  • All ground transports including airport pick up and transfers services by private vehicles
  • Helicopter ride to Kedarnath and back to Gupta Kashi
  • All guided sightseeing with applicable entry fees, taxes
  • All veg meals from our own kitchen and bottled mineral water for drinking
  • Service of highly experienced and knowledgeable team leader and support crew from Nepal and India
  • Travel duffel bags, rain Poncho, Sun Hat, First Aid Medical Kit and simple medicine
  • High altitude support and special assistance to senior citizen or needy people

What's not Included

  • India visa fee (if applicable) and international flights
  • Travel and medical insurance and medical checkup charges if required
  • Pure personal gears and equipment, porter, Puja offerings, pony or Doli charges etc.
  • Pure personal nature expenses, e. g. drinks, telephone calls, laundry, tips to guide, driver and support crew
  • Expenses caused by factors that are beyond our control such as: train and flight delays and cancellations, road blockades, vehicle mal-function and etc.
  • Any expenses that are not included in cost includes section

Holiday Extensions

Following extensions are available to add to your itinerary either before or after the trip.

  • Hemkunda Saheb
  • Pancha Kedar Yatra
  • Mathura, Vindraban and Agra
  • Hastinapur, Kurukshetra and Amritsar

Contact us for further information and the best price.

Date & Price

Arrival in Kathmandu
Departure from Kathmandu
Availability
Tour Cost
09-May-23
23-May-23
Completed
US$ 1749
29-May-23
12-Jun-23
Completed
US$ 1749
11-Jun-23
25-Jun-23
Completed
US$ 1749
20-Aug-23
03-Sep-23
Space Available
US$ 1749
03-Sep-23
17-Sep-23
Space Available
US$ 1749
01-Oct-23
15-Oct-23
Space Available
US$ 1749
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