Char Dham Yatra Tour from Chandigarh
Experience the divine odyssey through the four divine temples of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath together referred to as Char Dham. With convenience, spirituality, and luxury at the forefront, the package provides cozy stays, seamless transfers, guiding insights, and spiritual revitalize at the threshold of Garhwal Himalayas.
Enjoy serene ghats at Haridwar, sacred treks in Yamunotri and Kedarnath, serene darshans in Gangotri and Badrinath. Each aspect—be it stay or commuting and food to consume—has been painstakingly chosen to provide heaven and luxury amidst gods' homeland.
Day-Wise Itinerary
Day 01 Chandigarh – Haridwar – Barkot (210 km drive / approx. 8-9 hrs)
Your spiritual quest starts early morning from Chandigarh in an air-conditioned car rented by Travel to India. During our journey, we take a reverent stoppage at Haridwar, gateway to God's own land, where you are able to have the soul-touching Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri (subject to time availability).
Proceed on hike to scenic hills to Barkot, a tranquil town on banks of Yamuna River. At Barkot, night halt in clean hotel or Swiss tented facility. Relaxation and evening is free. Taste a lovely veg dinner and night halt at Barkot.
Highlights: Scenic drive from Chandigarh, Haridwar Ganga Aarti, Himalayan vistas on the way Overnight: Barkot
Day 02 Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (42 km drive + 6 km trek one way each)
After an early breakfast, head for Jankichatti, which will be the center for trekking to Yamunotri. Go for a 6 km guided trek to reach the sacred Yamunotri Temple, which is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Take a dip in the hot waters of Surya Kund and pray at the temple. The tour is filled with nature's beauty, green forests, and white mountains.
Post-darshan and puja, trek back to Jankichatti and proceed by car to Barkot. Free evening time with dinner and night halt.
Highlights: Yamunotri Temple trek, dip in Surya Kund, darshan of Goddess Yamuna Overnight: Barkot
Day 03 Barkot – Uttarkashi – Gangotri (220 km / approx. 8 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to the holy town of Gangotri through Uttarkashi, the religious hub of Garhwal. Stop at the renowned Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi before continuing the picturesque hill drive along the banks of the Bhagirathi River.
Arrive at Gangotri by evening and check into your pre-booked hotel. At 3,100 meters above sea level, Gangotri is the site where the sacred River Ganga was born. Unwind in the peaceful Himalayan environment and get ready for the sacred darshan tomorrow.
Highlights: Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Himalayan drive Overnight: Gangotri
Day 04 Gangotri – Guptkashi (260 km / approx. 10 hrs)
Early in the morning, go to the sacred Gangotri Temple, constructed by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th century. Take a sacred bath in the river Bhagirathi and watch morning rituals. After breakfast, start your journey to Guptkashi, a scenic town at the mouth of the Mandakini river valley.
On arrival at Guptkashi, rest at a Travel to India booked luxury hotel or resort. The town is home to the ancient Vishwanath Temple and serves as a key base camp for Kedarnath pilgrims.
Highlights: Darshan at Gangotri Temple in the morning, views of Mandakini valley and Bhagirathi River Overnight: Guptkashi
Day 05 Guptkashi – Kedarnath – Guptkashi (20 km drive + 18 km trek or helicopter)
Rise early for one of the most highly anticipated portions of the journey—Kedarnath, which is Lord Shiva's shrine. You trek the 18 km route on foot from Gaurikund or avail the pre-booked helicopter service for a quick and comfortable ride (on request, at an extra cost).
Proceed to Kedarnath Temple, at an elevation of 3,583 meters, after darshan and puja. Return to Guptkashi by the evening. Savor a hot dinner and go to bed for the night after this spiritually enriching experience.
Highlights: Darshan at Kedarnath Temple, Gaurikund, Himalayan trek or heli-ride Overnight: Guptkashi
Day 06 Guptkashi – Badrinath – Rudraprayag (215 km / approx. 8 hrs)
After breakfast, proceed towards the last dham—Badrinath, which is nestled between Nar and Narayan peaks. On arrival, take a sacred bath in Tapt Kund, the natural hot water spring, before entering the sacred Badrinath Temple, one of the most sacred Vishnu temples in India.
Later, pay a visit to the temple and proceed to Rudraprayag for overnight stay. Rudraprayag is situated at the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers and provides spiritual calm and natural tranquility.
Highlights: darshan at Badrinath Temple, Tapt Kund, worship of Vishnu, confluence at Rudraprayag Overnight: Rudraprayag
Day 07 Rudraprayag – Rishikesh – Chandigarh (370 km / approx. 9-10 hrs)
Today is the culmination of your spiritual journey. Breakfast in the morning, then back drive to Rishikesh, the yoga capital of the world. Visit major places like Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, and Triveni Ghat, and witness the serenity of the peaceful Ganga Aarti.
Drive back to Chandigarh from Rishikesh concluding your single Char Dham Yatra with Travel to India. The memories of sacred temples, snowclad mountains, gurgling rivers, and spiritual vibrations shall remain eternal.
Highlights: Ganga Aarti at Rishikesh, spiritual farewell, final drive to Chandigarh Overnight: Tour ends
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on Twin or Double / Triple Sharing as per your preferences.
- Inclusive of transport services for 09 Nights & 10 Days. (Ex Haridwar)
- All Breakfast & Dinner (A mix of north, & south Indian menu).
- All point-to-point sightseeing as per the given program is possible in the time frame.
- Transportation from Delhi to Delhi (for the designated meeting point).
- Air conditioning will work only from Delhi to Haridwar and vice versa, AC will not run in the hills.
- All toll, tax, parking and driver allowances are included.
Exclusions
- GST, Helicopter Tickets to Kedarnath Ji
- Accommodation and meals in Kedarnath Ji will be on direct payment.
- Any International or Domestic Air or Rail Tickets.
- Rest All Meals, Table drinks, laundry, porter, pony / Palaki, tips, camera fee, ropeway charges, entrance charges, travel / personal health insurance.
- Personal expenses of the clients or any other expenses incurred due to bad weather, road closure, landslides etc. and anything not specified in the cost included.
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