Char Dham Yatra From Rishikesh | Haridwar

On arrival pickup from Haridwar Railway Station and proceeds to Barkot On reaching Barkot, check-in to your hotel/camp. Evening for leisure. Overnight stay at hotel. BARKOT offers a Himalayan panorama of natural delights, perhaps unmatched elsewhere. It is a treasure - trove of lush valleys, soaring peaks, crashing waterfalls, balmy hot water springs and other bounties of Mother Nature. A full description could easily fill a book, hence only some broad features can be indicated. Barkot is a beautiful hill station which is located on the foot of Yamunotri.

Morning proceeds for Yamunotri. From Jankihatti start your 6 km trek to Yamunotri. You can also hire palki or a horse for your trek. (Cost Not Included). On your trek, you enjoy the sight of lush green valley and a variety of species of Himalayan shrubs. Perform all the rituals and return back to Barkot, hotel / Camp. Overnight stay at hotel. YAMUNOTRI - Yamunotri is one of the shrines of the Chardham. The temple at Yamunotri is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna who present in the form of a black marble idol in the temple. Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna which is also the daughter of Surya, the Sun.

After having your breakfast, check out from the hotel. Start your drive to your next destination, Uttarkashi on the way you can visit Prakateshwar Mahadev Temple ( Shiva Cave ), Kashi Vishnath & Shakti Peeth before Check in Hotel. Overnight stay in hotel. UTTARKASHI (Kashi of North) - set on the banks of river Bhagirathi, Uttarkashi is well known for its historical ornaments, Temples and Ashrams. After taking some rest for the day, you can go stroll around the place. VISHWANATH TEMPLE (Kashi Vishwanath) Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganesh ji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti at morning and evening are offered. As per Skanda Puran, Uttarkashi is known as ‘Saumya Varanasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. SHAKTI TEMPLE Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90cms. at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga (Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here. Uttarkashi Weather - Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights are pleasant, Cold in winters.

Early in the morning start driving towards Gangotri. On The way visit Gangnani, Jhala Valley, Lanka Bridge, Bhairo Ghati, Harshil valley and Surya Kund and back to Uttarkashi for overnight stay. GANGOTRI - is a popular Hindu pilgrimage town which is set on the banks of river Bhagirathi. River Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this place. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. On reaching Gangotri, perform Pooja and other rituals. Later, drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight at the hotel.

Leave for your next destination, Guptkashi after having your breakfast early in the morning. On the way you can visit Chaurangi Khal. On reaching, check-in to the hotel/camp. Overnight stay in the hotel/camp. GUPTKASHI (Hidden Kashi) - is located at a distance of 47 km from the holy shrine, Kedarnath. The town holds immense religious importance as it houses famous ancient temples like Ardhnareshwar Temple.

Get up early in the morning and check out from the hotel after having your breakfast. Start your drive to Gaurikund which is set at a distance of around 33 km. On reaching Sonpryag our vehicle will drop you here. Sonprayag is 5 kms before Gaurikund take shuttle taxi to reach Gaurikund (at your own cost) vehicle will not go there due to guideline of local authorities. After reaching Gaurikund start your trek to Kedarnath. KEDARNATH - Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. To reach the temple, you can hire a palki or a horse (Cost Not Included). On your way to the temple, you will get to experience the unexplored sights of the snowcapped mountains, waterfalls Glaciers and any more. On reaching, check-in at the Govt. Camps/Lodges. Overnight at the hotel.

This morning you get up before dawn and take a bath. Later, you go to the temple for the 'Abhishek’ to Kedarnath. After Darshan and Puja, return to your respective Camps / Lodges. Start with your trek from Kedarnath to Gaurikund and by jeeps to Sonprayag. At Sonprayag, your car awaits which will take you back to your hotel at Guptkashi. On reaching Guptkashi, Overnight stay at the hotel.

After having your breakfast in the morning, check out of the hotel and start driving towards your next destination, Badrinath via Chopta Valley and Joshimath (Narsingh temple). On reaching Badrinath, check into the hotel. After taking some rest and refreshments, you are all set to go Badrinath Temple for Darshan. After Darshan, return back to the hotel. Enjoy your dinner and overnight stay at the hotel. BADRINATH - is an important pilgrimage site which holds immense importance for both Hindus and Buddhists. Badrinath temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is set at a height of 3133 meter. Tapt Kund : Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bath before entering the Badrinath temple. Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet. Badrinath Weather: The average maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are hence required for a stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Winter in Badrinath is often accompanied by snow falls. Winter is very chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually closed for tourists.

This morning, visit Badrinath Temple for Darshan. Later, return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, you can leave for local sightseeing at Badrinath. Visit major attractions of Badrinath such as Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple. In the afternoon and head towards Rudraprayag via Joshimath. En-route visit Karanprayag. After arrival in Rudraprayag check into and overnight stay at the hotel. RUDRA PRAYAG - holds great religious importance. Also, the town features stunning natural beauty and tranquility. On reaching Rudraprayag, check-in to the hotel. You can relax for the rest of the day or explore the beauty of Rudraprayag.

This morning, have your breakfast and then leave for Haridwar Via Rishikesh. RISHIKESH (Yoga capital of world)- is one among the most visited destinations of the country. Also, the place has emerged as the World Capital of Yoga. On reaching Rishikesh, visit the different attractions of the place including Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Janki Setu etc. After sightseeing at the attractions, start driving to Haridwar. On Arrival Haridwar drop at your desired destination like hotel or Haridwar Railway Station.