About Chardham Yatra
In most of the Hindu mythology and religious text chardham yatra can be seen signifying immense spiritual value. Not only to human beings but these places of pilgrimage have been a place of worship to different God and Goddess In Hinduism. Over the years numerous people have visited these holy sites and experienced divination and peace to the core of their souls. Not only these places have witnessed millions of devotees who come with a wishes and prayers to almighty have seen wonders in their lives by attaining peacefulness and bliss.We always feel ourselves as few of the fortunate who not only provide a glimpse into these heavenly places that dev bhumi has to offer but we also make sure that whether it is travel enthusiasts, devotees or any nature lover it is our responsibility that you not only take back the expected joyful and scenic memories but also a deep touch of nature, devotion and culture with all safety and comfort.
Presenting to you one of the most beautiful and spiritual offering of Uttrakhand Char Dham Yatra Package
Most of us are well aware of this divine journey but we will give you a brief description of what you are going to experience in the 9Days and 10night package. Starting with the Dhams itself the first one is Yamunotri Dham.
Yamunotri Dham
Located at a height of 3293meters above sea level in Uttarkashi district Yamunotri Dham is the origin place of one of the Holiest rivers of India The Yamuna river. This place of worship has one of the most breath-taking and magnificent views of natural beauty including snow covered peaks and rare species of flora and fauna. Not to forget this place offers a steep 5km trek to reach the temple dedicated to river Yamuna where you can either walk or take ponies or mules to reach. If thermal springs and Glaciers excite you then this place will definitely leave a beautiful mark on your memories that you can recall whenever and wherever you are.
Gangotri Dham
Next up to the Journey we have Gangotri Dham. When it comes to River Ganges everyone is known to its holiness and Divinity. And what could be better to witness it’s very source and that too with all majestic veiws around it. Gangotri Dham is the place where it is believed that river Ganga was flown by Lord Shiva himself thus making it an epitome of spirituality for every Hindu. River Ganga originates from Gangotri glacier at Gaumukh which is roughly 20kms from the town itself. At this altitude the temple’s veiw and surrounding is something that cannot be found anywhere around the world which makes it at least once a visit in a lifetime.
Kedarnath Dham
On the third phase of our Journey we have Kedarnath Dham. 3583 metres yes this is the altitude where This is Kedarnath temple is situated in Rudraprayag district of Uttrakhand. This is one of the Holiest temple dedicated to lord Shiva. Every year just like other Dhams it attracts thousands of Devotees and also Trekking enthusiasts. Reason being to reach Kedarnath temple one has to trek 16kms as Gaurikund is the last motorable stop after which you can either take the trail by walk or take ponies or mules to reach the top. While moving to the temple you will witness Scenic views of places like ‘Jungle Chatti’ , ‘Bheem Bali’ , ‘Linchauli’ and Kedarnath Base Camp.
Badrinath Dham
Dedicated to none other than Lord vishnu At an altitude of 3300 metres, Badrinath Dham is one of the holiest pilgrimage site among char dham and is situated in chamoli district of Uttarakhand. Legends has this that Lord Vishnu meditated under Badri(Tree) hence it got its name Badrinath. Not only this but context to both Kedarnath and Badrinath can be easily found in many Hindu scriptures and religious books. A little wait in the queue for Dharshans and you will have ultimate connect of sight and soul with with the divine itself. Unlike kedarnath, Badrinath temple is accessible by road so we will make sure you reach the temple Hassel free.
Not to forget that these places not only will provide you the spiritual essence but also these sites located in the Himalayan region carry some very rare species of birds, animals trees and other vegetation which are renowned worldwide. Before sharing the action plan with you we would also like to remind you that these places are at very high altitudes so we always urge our travellers to get themselves medically checked so that they can make best out of the journey. We will ensure your safety and comfort during the journey and some extra care and love for our elderly travellers.
- Day 1: - Haridwar to Barkot night stay (Barkot)
- Distance 190Kms
- Time 5Hrs 30Mins
- We will pick you up at Haridwar following which you will be driven to Barkot Uttarkashi. Feel your senses enjoying the change in temperature and scenic beauty as we reach the Hill station. Night stay at Barkot.
- Day 2: Barkot to Yamnotri trek 5km from Jankichati return stay (Barkot)
- From barkot to Jankichatti drive of 50Kms and then a short trek to Yamunotri Dham which will take around 2-3hours maximum to reach. On the same day we will be returning marking your night stay at Barkot.
- Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi
- Distance 82Kms
- Time 3Hours
- We will be taking you to the holy city of Uttarkashi from barkot so that the next day we are prepared to reach and return Gangotri temple on the same Day. Stay at Uttarkashi for the night.
- Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and same day return Uttarkashi night stay (Uttarkashi)
- Distance 100kms
- Time 3Hrs 30Mins
- On day 4 Drive to Gangotri temple via cab as the place is well connected with roads and same day return to Uttarkashi. Stay for the night will be at Uttarkashi itself.
- Day 5: Uttarkashi To Sonprayag/Phata Night Stay (Phata)
- Distance 230Kms
- Time 8Hrs 30Mins
- Once Yamunotri and Gangotri Dhams are completed we will move to Sonprayag/Phata village. This place serves as a stop to further continue the journey to third dham which is kedarnath.
- Day 6: Phata/Sonprayag To Kedarnath Night Stay( Kedarnath)
- In order to reach Kedarnath we will travel via cab to Gaurikund which is 8kms after that Trek begins of 18kms. Day 6 will have its night stay at Kedarnath Town itself.
- Day 7: Kedarnath To Phata/Sonprayag Night Stay ( Phata)
- Day 7 will include spending time at Kedarnath and return to Phata since next day we will be moving to Badrinath which will have a long drive to Badrinath town. On day 7 night stay would be at Phata
- Day 8: Phata To Badrinath Night Stay (Badrinath)
- Distance 209Kms
- Time 7Hr 30Mins
- Drive to Badrinath town which will have an almost 8hr journey allowing you to witness not just the Dhams but also numerous beautiful villages, Flora and fauna of various places remote to Modern world. Night stay at Badrinath itself.
- Day 9: Badrinath To Haridwar droff
- Distance 312Kms
- Time 9hrs 30Mins
- Once you’ve had Glimpse of Badrinath temple we will conclude the journey with driving you back comfortably to Haridwar with all memories and nature’s touch.
DAY 1: Haridwar to Barkot night stay (Barkot)
We will be picking you up from Haridwar and start our journey towards Mountains which will fill you with enough freshness to be exited for whole lot to come. Barkot lies in Uttarkashi district and this hill station itself is at an altitude of 1220m from sea level, so make sure you carry enough warm wear as the temperature will change completely. You will be staying at barkot for the night so make sure you have enough enough rest and taste of pahadi delicacies here.
DAY 2: Barkot to Yamnotri trek 5km from Jankichatti return stay (Barkot)
Morning Dawn lights and the view of Barkot in sunshine is something so beautiful which will definitely get you awestruck. After a refreshing breakfast get ready for a short trek of 5Kms towards our first pilgrimage site Yamunotri. We will be driving you to Jankichatti which is 50Kms from barkot and last motorable stop. Feel the aura of breath-taking origin of holy Yamuna river marching towards the Yamunotri Temple. Although the trek is bit stiff but on the trail you will find several tea stalls, water points and bench stops to fill in some much needed resting oxygen. Normally you will be able to complete the trek in 2-3Hours after various haults. Once you reach the temple you will find every stiffness of your journey to the top well rewarded. Lose yourself in the beauty of the place and connect your inner self with the spiritual and peaceful atmosphere of Yamunotri Dham. On the same day itself we will be completing the journey to Yamunotri after returning to barkot where you will be staying for the night at a comfortable stay
DAY 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi
On the 3rd day we’ll be taking you to one of the most beautiful districts of Uttarakhand which is uttarkashi where you will be spending third day of trip. On the way you will see beautiful forest ranges various water streams and other Himalayan Flora and fauna. Try to connect with locals and you will get an in depth knowledge of pahari culture food customs and much more. After The long drive take rest for the day and get prepared for the next leg of the journey.
DAY 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and same day return Uttarkashi night stay Uttarkashi
On day 4 of the journey we will be moving to none other than the origin place of the holiest river in India The Ganga. On the journey you will have magnificent views of places like Bhatwadi, Gangnani, and Harshil. These places act as an cherry on top to this drive to Gangotri Dham. Unlike Yamunotri the Gangotri Dham is well accessible by road so we will be dropping you at the destination directly. Enjoy veiws of mighty peaks surrounding the place and fill your heart and camera roll with everything that this heavenly place offers. On the same day we will return to Uttarkashi and your night stay will be here so we can move on to the next destination next day.
DAY 5: Uttarkashi to Sonprayag/Phata night stay (Phata)
On day 5 we will be taking a drive to Sonprayag which is the next Stop for the Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham trip. This will be a little long drive stretching 230Kms and across the journey you will be able to witness the beauty of Himalayan forests and scenic views of various Villages will have crop lands carrying terrace farming. Sonprayag itself holds immense value as this place elevated at 1829meters is said to be the place where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married. Following the drive we will be leading to a place called Phata where you will be staying for the night. Take ample of rest after the long journey as the next day we move on to the none other than Kedarnath Dham.
DAY 6: Phata/Sonprayag to Kedarnath night stay( Kedarnath)
On day 6 get charged with a delightful breakfast and prepare to move to Kedarnath. We will be moving via cab to Gaurikund which is the last stop to reach via vehicle this will be approximately a 8kms drive. Get ready for a 18Km Trek after viewing mesmerizing beauty of Gaurikund as this is going to fill you will all the adventure vibes to reach the temple. Trekking will start at 4AM or early in the morning to make sure you complete the journey on time. Also the trek will be taking approximately 6-7Hrs to complete and once completed you will be witnessing one of the most Sacred temples of India none other than kedarnatha itself. During the trek you will be able to view beautiful views of jungle chatti and Bheem Bali two of the most common place of a pause for refreshments. The trek takes you to a high altitude of 3583meters so a Medical check-up will be required as it may get difficult for people with respiratory problems. Also If you do not want to go by walking you can also choose Palki mules or Kandi. To add the cherry on top you will be staying here at the holy kedarnatha itself for the night.
DAY 7: Kedarnath to Phata/Sonprayag night stay ( Phata)
Day 7 begins with sunshine over Kedarnath Dham, do make sure you view this early morning magical view. You will get ample of time to capture all the moments here along with exploring the town of kedarnath. Here you can indulge with locals and if interested can gain huge amount of knowledge regarding this place’s spirituality and culture which has been coming through via thousands of years. As the day moves to dusk we will be returning back to Phata where we will conclude our day after descending from this high altitude and will mark your night stay at Phata for day 7.
DAY 8: Phata to Badrinath night stay (Badrinath)
On day 8 we will travel to to the fourth dham of our journey which is his holiness Badrinath dham. This journey will take approximately 7-8 hours and will provide you a wonderful glimpse of different villages and towns like Guptkashi Joshimath and Govind ghat. Guptkashi has the renowned vishwanath temple along with Ardhnarishwar temple and is simply beautiful it has views of many snow covered peaks all which provide endless peace to soul and magic to eyes. Similarly Joshimath also is at a height of 6150Ft and is a starting point for various mind blowing treks and Himalayans destinations. While moving from these places feel the breeze and Himalayan weather and in-between we will take a stop for lunch and refreshments and then move on to temple. Unlike kedarnatha you won’t have to go through stiff climbing here, you will be dropped next to the temple. As the day concludes we have planned your stay at Badrinath itself so that you can enjoy it’s essence not just the day but night too.
DAY 9: Badrinath to Haridwar
Once you have had darshan and filled your eyes soul and camera Rolls with magnificent and scenic beauty of Badrinath on next day we will be returning back to Haridwar. With this step of the journey we will be summing up and it will take around 9-10hours to reach the destination. Again the route offers views of beautiful forest some water streams and other. We will make sure you have the most comfortable journey all along the route. Also we always appreciate your feedbacks so that we can make our services even more better for you and the experiences memorable.
How to reach haridwar?
There are various mode to reach Haridwar:
By Air:
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is located about 20 km from the city. You will find a daily flight and then to Haridwar via road.
By Train:
Overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi and then to Haridwar
DDN FESTIVAL SPL – Departure from Delhi 10:25PM ; Arrival –Haridwar 6:25AM Available on all days of week 283 KMS
BDTS HW SPL – Departure -H Nizamuddin– 2:45AM ; Arrival-Haridwar – 8:20AM Available on all days of week 250 KMS.
By Bus:
From Delhi’s ISBT Kashmere Gate, a regular bus service from Delhi to Haridwar is Available.
Note: We recommend taking only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate.
Quick Overview:
The vehicle will pick you up from Haridwar Stations at 6:00 am, pick up charges are Included.
You are requested to reach Haridwar around 5:00 pm Food from Haridwar to Sonprayag is not included in the Kedarnath Badrinath Trip cost.
Inclusions:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage
Exclusions:
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Note:
Normally Trip on Himalaya expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
To book Chardham Yatra/ adventure program please use our online booking form or, alternatively, you can call us on the given for confirmation of tour you have to wire a deposit and initial deposit.
Paying the Trek/ Adventure activity fee:
The fee can be paid by online transfer/check deposit/ demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
When to Book:
It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organising your trip at least five months in advance. (Please contact us if you require a late booking)
Terms for Cancellation & Refund:
Customer is suppose to make a Available payment in advance for the confirm bookings.
If in case a confirmed booking needs to be cancel than below are the refund policies
1. Prior 30 days of the confirmed date, 50% of the total amount would be refunded
2. Prior 25 days of the confirmed date, 40% of the total amount would be refunded
3. Prior 20 days of the confirmed date, 30% of the total amount would be refunded
4. Prior 15 days of the confirmed date, 20% of the total amount would be refunded
5. Prior 10 days of the confirmed date, 10% of the total amount would be refunded
Note: After the said time the Trip on Himalaya would not be entertaining any cancelation and no amount would be refunded whatsoever.
Trekking Gear
1. Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
2. Day Pack Bag - Recommended for treks with summit day
3. Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
4. U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
5. Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each
Footwear
1. Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle trekking shoes Qty -1
2. Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1
Clothing
1. Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
2. Available sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of trekking
3. Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of trekking
4. Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
5. Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of trekking
6. Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
7. Available sleeves sweater. Qty -1
8. Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
9. Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
10. Woolen cap. Qty-1
11. Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
Toiletries
1. Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream etc.)
2. Sun screen lotion small pack . Qty -1
3. Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
Utensils
1. Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
2. Plate. Qty- 1
3. Spoon.Qty-1
4. Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1
Miscellaneous
1. Camera (Optional)
2. Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the trek.
3. Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Fitness For Trekking
Tips to get fit for Trekking
Experiencing trek is almost everyone's passion or dream. But before starting or planning for a hike, you must be aware of the during and post-trek pain of your body. It is essential to be strong enough to enjoy your whole trek without any disruption of body ache. One book or decide several months before going on a hike, so you have a significant amount of time exercising your body and training it to become flexible for the trek.
Following are some advantages of training yourself before trek:
- It fosters aerobic fitness.
- It improves blood circulation and breathing functions as well.
- It makes the heart strong, preventing it from any problem.
- It helps in toning legs.
- Muscles get build-up which is very beneficial.
Therefore, one must do practice to gain all these benefits. It is not only for the trek but for lifetime fitness also.
Let's have a look at some factors which must be kept in mind to practice before trek:
Importance of Stretching
It helps the body become flexible and allows you to move your body in any direction you want quickly. It helps make the joints such as shoulders, elbows, hips and knees stronger to prevent any mishappening. It provides much relaxation to your body and relieves the pain. And if you are going on a trek, it is essential to practice stretching way before your hike. It will help you in moving to the higher altitudes region more efficiently.
Sleep like baby
It is always said that one must sleep like a baby. It means sleep without any worries. This makes you have an adequate amount of sleep which is a significant factor in daily life. So, practice it daily and also before your trek. Try to make yourself comfortable to sleep at higher altitudes.
Good Shoes-Good Trek
It is so evident that one has to walk and only walk while Trekking, so it is far more essential to have a good pair of trekking/hiking shoes. Practice walking by wearing your boots before the trek to make yourself used to them. You may opt for an option to keep an extra pair in your bag while trek to help yourself in the opposite condition.
