Char Dham Yatra - The Char Dham Yatra or the four pilgrimages are the cardinal compass points of the Hindu faith. During April till November season, when the Chardham Temples are open in the Garhwal Hills, direct buses connect Rishikesh's Yatra Bus Stand with Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri.

Place to Visit : Delhi - Haridwar - Syanachatti - Yamunotri - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Rudraprayag - Kedarnath - - Badrinath - Delhi (11Nights - 12Days)

Duration : 12 Days / 11 Nighs

Day-wise Itinerary of the Char Dham Tour

Day 1: Delhi
Arrive at International airport in Delhi. Meet and Transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 2: Delhi - Haridwar (230kms/6hr)
After breakfast, drive to Haridwar. On Arrival, transfer to Hotel. Later we shall take you for a visit to the Har-Ki-Pauri, enjoy the AARTI in the evening. Later back to hotel for overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 3: Hardwar - Syana Chatti (240kms/7hr)
Drive to Syana Chatti via Mussoorie. Check in Hotel at Syana Chatti.

Day 4: Syana Chatti - Yamunotri - Syana Chatti 5kms drive & 13kms Trek (one side)
Drive to Hanuman Chatti, trek start to Yamunotri & Back. Overnight stay at Syana Chatti.

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 5: Syana Chatti - Uttarkashi (137kms/4hr)
Drive to Uttarkashi via Barkot. Check in Hotel, Night Halt.

Uttarkashi

Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected. The other important temples situated here are Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav, Gyaneshwar and Goddess Kuteti Devi.

Day 6: Uttarkashi-Gangotri-Uttarkashi (200kms/7hr)
Drive to Gangotri and back, 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 Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.

Day 7: Uttarkashi - Rudraprayag (175kms/6hr)
After early breakfast, drive to Rudraprayag. Check in Hotel, night halt.

Rudraprayag

It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda.

Temples

Rudranath and Chamunda Devi, Koteshwar Temple (3 Kms).

Day 8: Rudraprayag - Kedarnath (75kms by road & 14kms Trek)
Drive to Gaurikund, Trek start from Gaurikund to Kedarnath. Check in Hotel.

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 Panch Kedar.

Day 9: Kedarnath - Rudraprayag (14Kms Down Trek & 75kms/3hr by Road)
Trek down to Gaurikund from Kedarnath. Drive to Rudraprayag from Gaurikund. Check in Hotel at Rudraprayag. Night Halt.

Day 10: Rudraprayag - Badrinath (165kms/5hr)
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in Hotel, Night halt.

Joshimath

Adi Guru Shankaracharya, who came all the way from Kerels in the 8th Century A.D, perform penance under a tree here and after getting enlightenment, established a Math (religious centre), known as "Joshimath". The name Joshimath is derived from it. Temple of Narsingh and Nav Durga are located here.

Badrinath

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". Overnight hotel.

Day 11: Badrinath - Haridwar (320kms/9hr)
Drive to Hardwar enroute visit Srinagar, Deoprayag & Rishikesh. On arrival, transfer to Hotel. Night Halt.

Day 12 : Hardwar - Delhi (230kms/6hr)
Afternoon drive to Delhi and transfer in time for early security check-in at International Airport.

Day-wise Itinerary of the Vaishnav Devi Tour

Day 01 / Arrival Delhi
Arrival Delhi , meet assist at the airport/ rly stn & transfer to hotel. Evening at leisure. Night stay in Delhi.

Day 02 / Delhi- Jammu (By train)
After breakfast checkout from hotel & sightseeing tour of New Delhi where ornate buildings recall the days when India was the Jewel in the crown of the British empire. Visit the 11th century Qutab Minar ,India Gate and the grand government buildings, the President’s House , Red fort , Mahatama Gandhi Memorial , Also visit Laxmi Narayan temple popularly known as Birla Temple. Evening transfer to railway station to board the train (Jhelum Exp) for Jammu. Overnight in the train.

Day 3 / Jammu - Katra - Vaishnodevi Bhawan
Arrive Jammu , Meet and assist on arrival and proceed straight to Katra by Car .Arrive Katra and check in at Hotel.Later proceed to Vaishnodevi Shrine (Approx. 13 km Trek ) One can trek up to the Shrine if fitness permits, otherwise Pony or Palanquins are also available at an extra cost. Arrive at Vaishnodevi Bhawan. Wash and change before Mata Darshan. After Mata Vaishnodevi Darshan, proceed for Bhaironji Darshan (Optional).

Day 04 / Katra - Jammu
After Darhsan, arrive at Katra and proceed to hotel . Relax in the hotel till evening . Evening depart to Jammu and transfer to rly stn to board the train for Delhi. Overnight in the train.

Day 05 / Delhi
Arrive Delhi , meet assist at the railway station & transfer to hotel. Day at leisure or visit local markets (on your own) . Night stay in Delhi.

Day 06 / DepartureTransfer to airport/ rly stn for onward journey.