10-Day Chardham Yatra from Haridwar with Kedarnath and Badrinath
About This Tour
Go on a sacred journey across the four holy sites of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath as you offer your prayers and seek the blessings of God. Alon...
Duration: 10 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Haridwar, Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Mussoorie, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Barkot, Rudraprayag, Jyotirmath, Gangotri, Yamunotri · Languages: English
Know before you go: Badrinath: The place is known to have derived its name from 'badris' or wild berries that were once found in abundance here, giving the site its name as 'Badri van'. Legend has it that when the Ganga was requested to descend to earth to help suffering humanity, the world could not withstand its force. Hence, the mighty river was split into 12 holy channels. Alaknanda was one of them, which later became the abode of Lord Vishnu or Badrinath.; This program is compatible with both Heli and Trek Kedarnath Ji Yatra.; The tour is available from 01 May to 31 Oct.
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What's Included
- Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on double/triple sharing as per preferences and group size
- Inclusive transport services (ex Delhi)
- All point-to-point sightseeing as per the given program, wherever possible within the time frame
- Transportation from Haridwar or Delhi as per the program for the designated meeting point
- All toll, tax, parking, and Indian driver allowances
- Daily breakfast and dinner
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Helicopter tickets for Kedar Nath Ji
- Pony/Palki charges and ropeway tickets
- Guide/porter
- Any upgradation in airline class or hotel room category
- Any extra expenses such as route changes, date changes, accommodation facilities, etc. incurred due to unforeseen, unavoidable force majeure circumstances during the tour
- Any service or activity charges other than those included in the tour itinerary/holiday package offer
- Entry tickets/VIP Darshan tickets
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Haridwar to Barkot via Mussoorie and Kempty Falls
Start your trip and head to Barkot with your Indian driver. On the way, stop at Mussoorie and visit Kempty Falls. Start your trip and head to Barkot with your Indian driver. On the way, stop at Mussoorie and visit Kempty Falls. Have dinner and spend the night at Barkot. Have dinner and spend the night at Barkot.
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2Day 02
Barkot to Yamunotri, the First Dham
Leave for Yamunotri, the first of the Chardham, in the morning. Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. The revered river originates from the Champasar Glacier. It was also the home of the ancient sage Asit Muni. Leave for Yamunotri, the first of the Chardham, in the morning. Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. The revered river originates from the Champasar Glacier. It was also the home of the ancient sage Asit Muni. Here, one can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapkund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as Prasad. Here, one can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapkund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as Prasad. Near the temple, offerings can be made at Divya Shila, a rock pillar worshipped before entering Yamunotri Temple. Pilgrims do this after taking a bath in the warm water of Jamunabai Kund and having a darshan of the river Yamuna. Near the temple, offerings can be made at Divya Shila, a rock pillar worshipped before entering Yamunotri Temple. Pilgrims do this after taking a bath in the warm water of Jamunabai Kund and having a darshan of the river Yamuna. Return to Barkot and spend the night here. Return to Barkot and spend the night here.
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3Day 03
Barkot to the Sacred Town of Uttarkashi
Leave for Uttarkashi in the morning. Uttarkashi is a small and beautiful town between two rivers, Varuna and Ashi, whose waters flow into the Bhagirathi. Located at a height of 1,588 metres, this little town is as revered as Kashi and Varanasi, with its temples, ghats, and a north-facing river. One of the most famous temples of the region is Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Spend the night at Uttarkashi. Leave for Uttarkashi in the morning. Uttarkashi is a small and beautiful town between two rivers, Varuna and Ashi, whose waters flow into the Bhagirathi. Located at a height of 1,588 metres, this little town is as revered as Kashi and Varanasi, with its temples, ghats, and a north-facing river. One of the most famous temples of the region is Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Spend the night at Uttarkashi.
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4Day 04
Uttarkashi to Gangotri, the Second Dham
Drive to Gangotri in the morning, the second Dham. Drive to Gangotri in the morning, the second Dham. En route, stop at Gangnani, a hot water spring, where you can bathe in Rishikund. You can also visit a temple near the kund dedicated to Sage Parashar, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas. En route, stop at Gangnani, a hot water spring, where you can bathe in Rishikund. You can also visit a temple near the kund dedicated to Sage Parashar, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas. Continue to Gangotri after that. The massive 20-foot-high Gangotri Temple is believed to be an 18th-century structure dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath is known to have worshipped Lord Shiva, after which Ganga descended upon the earth. Another legend says that the Pandavas performed the great Deva Yagna here. Continue to Gangotri after that. The massive 20-foot-high Gangotri Temple is believed to be an 18th-century structure dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirath is known to have worshipped Lord Shiva, after which Ganga descended upon the earth. Another legend says that the Pandavas performed the great Deva Yagna here. Offer prayers at the temple and attend the pooja at Gangotri. Offer prayers at the temple and attend the pooja at Gangotri. Come back to Uttarkashi and spend the night there. Come back to Uttarkashi and spend the night there.
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5Day 05
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
Leave early in the morning for an almost day-long drive to Guptkashi. Have dinner and spend the night there. Leave early in the morning for an almost day-long drive to Guptkashi. Have dinner and spend the night there.
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6Day 06
Guptkashi to Kedarnath, the Third Dham
Have breakfast and proceed to Kedarnath, the third Dham. The temple is known to have been built in the 8th century A.D. by Adi Guru Shankaracharya and lies adjacent to an ancient temple built by the Pandavas. The ancient temple has a conical lingam, a statue of Nandi, and a Garba Grah for worship. Have breakfast and proceed to Kedarnath, the third Dham. The temple is known to have been built in the 8th century A.D. by Adi Guru Shankaracharya and lies adjacent to an ancient temple built by the Pandavas. The ancient temple has a conical lingam, a statue of Nandi, and a Garba Grah for worship. Visit the Samadhi of Adi Guru Shankaracharya, located just behind the temple. Legend says that after establishing four sacred Dhams in India, he entered his Samadhi at the early age of 32 years. Visit the Samadhi of Adi Guru Shankaracharya, located just behind the temple. Legend says that after establishing four sacred Dhams in India, he entered his Samadhi at the early age of 32 years. About half a kilometre away from Kedarnath Temple is another small temple dedicated to Bhaironath. Locals say that Lord Bhaironath protects the land from evil. Spend the night at Kedarnath. About half a kilometre away from Kedarnath Temple is another small temple dedicated to Bhaironath. Locals say that Lord Bhaironath protects the land from evil. Spend the night at Kedarnath.
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7Day 07
Kedarnath to Guptkashi and Local Exploration
Leave for Guptkashi in the morning and spend the rest of the day exploring the area. Spend the night in Guptkashi. Leave for Guptkashi in the morning and spend the rest of the day exploring the area. Spend the night in Guptkashi.
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8Day 08
Guptkashi to Badrinath, the Fourth Dham
After breakfast, leave for Badrinath, the fourth Dham. After breakfast, leave for Badrinath, the fourth Dham. En route, visit Joshimath. En route, visit Joshimath. Reach Badrinath, which is considered the holiest of the four shrines. It is located in the twin mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan. The majestic Neelkantha Peaks serve as the backdrop to the shrine situated along the left bank of the river Alaknanda. Reach Badrinath, which is considered the holiest of the four shrines. It is located in the twin mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan. The majestic Neelkantha Peaks serve as the backdrop to the shrine situated along the left bank of the river Alaknanda. Offer your prayers at the temple. Offer your prayers at the temple. Visit other popular spots like Narad Kund, Bhim Pul, and Brahama Kapal. Visit other popular spots like Narad Kund, Bhim Pul, and Brahama Kapal. Attend the evening pooja. Attend the evening pooja. Have dinner and spend the night at Badrinath. Have dinner and spend the night at Badrinath.
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9Day 09
Badrinath to Rudraprayag via Mana Village
After breakfast, leave for Rudraprayag and drive to Mana Village, the last village of India. Also visit Vyas Gufa and Joshimath. After breakfast, leave for Rudraprayag and drive to Mana Village, the last village of India. Also visit Vyas Gufa and Joshimath. En route, visit Vishnu Prayag, where you can see the confluence of two rivers, the Dhauli and the Alaknanda. Spend the night at Rudraprayag. En route, visit Vishnu Prayag, where you can see the confluence of two rivers, the Dhauli and the Alaknanda. Spend the night at Rudraprayag.
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10Day 10
Rudraprayag to Haridwar via Rishikesh
Leave for Haridwar in the morning. Leave for Haridwar in the morning. On the way, stop at Rishikesh and visit places such as Prabhat Niketan, Ram Jhula, and Laxman Jhula. On the way, stop at Rishikesh and visit places such as Prabhat Niketan, Ram Jhula, and Laxman Jhula.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India · Tour start: Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
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