CHARDHAM PILGRIMAGE TOUR
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Uttarakhand, the land of Gods, is a place where divinity seems to echo in every corner. There are four most pious religious sites over here which are together called the Char Dhams of Himalayas or Char Dham of Uttarakhand. Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri are the sanctified spots which make up the Char Dham Yatra in Garhwal. It is regarded as a very important and revered pilgrimage in Hindu religion. The completion of the sacred yatra is believed to be liberating for the soul it releases the soul from the shackles of life and death.
Our Char Dham Tour Packages are designed to support you in accomplishing the most remarkable journey of your lifetime. These packages are created so as to accommodate diverse needs and preferences. Important religious places or tourist attractions around the primary Dhams are also included to give you the best spiritual and emotional experience. We can also help you create a customised CharDham Yatra package which is more suitable to your needs or wishes.
Take up Chardham pilgrimage tour and explore the four main sites that are situated in the lap of Himalayas in Uttarakhand – Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. It is among the most visited shrines by devotees from all across the globe. Enroute you can also visit various shrines and capture the mesmerizing view of Himalayas on camera. Besides the famous appeals, our packages offer a comfortable stay so that you don’t feel short of anything throughout the journey. The excursion with us is sure to render you with divine calmness and natural peace from within.
ITINERARY
DELHI – RISHIKESH
Morning drive to Rishikesh. It is an approx 230 Kms / 6 hrs journey. Enjoy en-route lunch. On arrival at Rishikesh check-in at hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of Rishikesh including Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Swarga Ashram, In the evening enjoy the enchanting view of Ganga Aarti. Overnight Stay at Rishikesh.
RISHIKESH – BARKOT
Morning after breakfast drive to Barkot. It is an approx 200 Kms in 7 hrs journey. En-route visit Kempty fall at Mussoorie. On arrival at Barkot check-in hotel. Overnight stay at Barkot.
BARKOT – YAMUNOTRI – BARKOT
Early breakfast drive to Janki Chatti and then trek for Yamunotri. You can cover the trekking distance either by walk or ride horse or on Doli. One side distance for the third day is 36 Kms drive and 7 Kms trek.
At Yamunotri take a bath in Jamnabai Kund and dip raw rice or potato in Surya Kund, after cooking use it as Prasad. Witness the mesmerizing view of Aarti offered to Divya Shila and to main deity Yamunaji. Later drive back to Barkot for overnight stay.
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BARKOT – UTTARKASHI
In the morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi for night halt by covering distance approx. 100 Kms in 4 hrs. Visit Vishwanath temple at Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at hotel.
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UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI
After Early Breakfast drive to Gangotri. which is located at an altitude of 3048 meters and surrounded by snow capped picturesque Himalayans. After Offering prayer at Gangotri temple explore the place. Don’t forget to look at submerged Shivling of natural rock. Drive back to to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at hotel.
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UTTARKASHI – GUPTKASHI
After an early breakfast drive to Guptkashi. It is an approx 210 Kms in 7 hrs journey. On arrival check in at hotel, Overnight stay at hotel.
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GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH
In the morning leave for Gaurikund, from this place trek to Kedarnath commences. Kedarnath is located at an altitude of 3584 meters from sea level. By cover the distance 45 Kms and 14 Kms via trekking. To cover trekking distance you can hire pony or Doli. Kedarnath houses one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. On reaching Kedarnath visit the main temple. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
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KEDARNATH – PIPALKOTI
After early morning visit to Kedarnath temple return for Gaurikund (14 Kms trekking distance). And drive for Pipalkoti, covering approx. 158 Kms in five hr.
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PIPALKOTI – BADRINATH
After breakfast proceed to Badrinath via Joshimath. Road distance include here is 77 Kms which will covered in 3 hrs. On arrival at Badrinath check-in hotel and enjoy the evening Aarti at Badrinath Temple. Overnight stay at Badrinath.
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BADRINATH – SRINAGAR
Early morning take a holy bath at Tapt Kund and then go for the Darshan of Badrivishal Brahma kapal for the Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors. Explore the other holy sites at Badrinath like Mana, Vyas Cave, Bhimkund etc. Thereafter, proceed for Srinagar (7 hrs. journey).
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SRINAGAR – HARIDWAR
In the morning after early breakfast drive to Haridwar. It is a 156 Kms, 04 hrs drive. On arrival check-in hotel. Afternoon sightseeing tour of haridwar including Mansa Devi and Chandi devi temple, in the evening enjoy the enchanting view of Ganga Aarti. Return to hotel for overnight stay.
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HARIDWAR – DELHI
After Breakfast drive back to Delhi.
One of the main religious places among the four Char Dham pilgrimage areas, Gangotri, situated in Uttarkashi, is closely related to Goddess Ganga, the river that we know as Ganges. The history of Gangotri dates back to centuries when Goddess Ganga transformed herself into a river to dissolve the sins of King Bhagirath’s forefathers, following his penance. In order to reduce the impact of her fall, Lord Shiva gathered Ganga into his matted locks and has ever since been associated with Goddess Ganga. Gangotri is a popular pilgrim place in India and tourists should not miss booking Nainital packages when holidaying here.
The Gangotri Temple was built by a Gorkha Commander in the early years of the 18th century. This temple stands at an altitude of 3042m and emits a highly pious aura. Religious rituals are in full swing in the Gangotri temple with the Arti ceremony performed by the pujaris of the Semwal family.
The river Ganga originates from the Gangotri glacier and is known as Bhagirathi. The name Ganga picks up later on after the river passes Devaprayag and merges into the river Alaknanda.
Just the perfect destination to breath in a serene and pious atmosphere, Gangotri has the charm to attract people from all over. The striking presence of the snow-clad mountains in the vicinity and the pure crystal clear water of the Ganges flowing around add to the sanctity of the place. One feels close to God in the high altitude of Gangotri. Vegan food dominates the culture and is available in the local food joints or dhabas. Non-vegetarian food and alcoholic drinks are a strict no-no.
City Facts
State: Uttarakhand
District: Uttarkashi
Famous for/as: Pilgrim
Languages: Hindi, Garhwali
Best Season: April to Jun, Sep to Nov
Weather: Summer 10 to 15°C,
Winter: 0 to 10°C
Altitude: 3415 m
Pincode: 249137
STD code: 01381
Distances
Chandigarh to Gangotri: 427 km
Delhi to Gangotri: 452 km
Bangalore to Gangotri: 2562 km
Chennai to Gangotri: 2604 km
Rishikesh to Gangotri : 229 km
Best Season / Best Time to Visit Gangotri
The best time to visit the holy city of Gangotri is from April to June and September to November.
Winter (November to March) is freezing cold with heavy snowfall which can disrupt your journey.
Summer (April to May) is very pleasant with observed maximum never crossing 30°C and can get very cold at night. This is the best season for pilgrimage and sightseeing trips.
Monsoon (late July – August) is accompanied by very heavy rainfall that makes it difficult to reach the temple
The mystical hill station of Gangotri is famous for the Shivalinga, which lies submerged in river Gangotri, during summer and visible only when winter comes. The temple is open from last week of April to second week of November. Snowfall can be enjoyed during winters, especially from end of November till mid of March.
When Chardham Open & Close in 2019 ?
Chardham shrines open their gates for pilgrims to take darshan every year in the month of April-May. The exact dates are decided by the notable priests after calculations through the Panchang hindu calender.
Badrinath Opening & Closing Dates
Badrinath will be open for pilgrims on 10 May 2019 and will closed in November. The opening date of Badrinath has been decided on Basant Panchmi and closing dates will be declared on Vijayadashmi. This year the Badrinath temple will be opened on 10 May, 2019.
Kedarnath Opening & Closing Dates
Kedarnath temple gates will be open on 09 May 2019 and will closed on the auspicious day of Bhai Dooj. Every year the opening date of Kedarnath is declared and decided on the day of Maha Shivrati. The closing date of Kedarnath temple is fixed i.e on Bhai Dooj, 29 Oct 2019, the gates of Kedarnath shrine get closed for winters.
Yamunotri Opening & Closing Dates
Yamunotri Dham will be open for pilgrims on 07 May 2019. Yamunotri temple opens its gates on the occassion of Akshay Tritya each year. The Yamunotri shrine closed its gates for pilgrims on the day of Bhai Dooj, 29 Oct 2019.
Gangotri Opening & Closing Dates
Gangotri Temple will be open on 07 May 2019 and will closed on the next day of Diwali. Gangotri Dham opens on the auspicious occassion of Akshay Tritya each year and closed on the day after Diwali festival, 28 Oct 2019.
Note : Pilgrims who are planning to visit Chardham in 2019 should pre-plan their Char Dham Yatra in advance for a hassle free Chardham Tour. Book your Chardham Yatra here with us and get best budget customize package.
Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi, which means Kashi of the north, is a holy town in Uttarakhand. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi, 1352 m above sea level. Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams and ancient temples along with the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering.
Yamunotri
Yamunotri is the origin of the Yamuna River and the holy seat of the Goddess Yamuna in Hinduism. It is situated in the Garhwal Himalayas and located approximately 30 kilometers North of Uttarkashi.
Gangotri
Gangotri is a Hindu pilgrim town on the banks of the river Bhagirathi on the Greater Himalayan Range, at a height of 3,100. Gangotri, the origin and seat of the goddess Ganga, is one of the four sites in the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit. The river is called Bhagirathi at the source and acquires the name Ganga from Devprayag onwards where it meets another river Alaknanda. The origin of the holy river is at Gaumukh, set in the Gangotri Glacier. According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Ganga took the form of a river to absolve the sins of King Bhagiratha’s predecessors.
Haridwar
Haridwar is an important pilgrimage city, companioned by river Ganges. The river Ganges after flowing for 253 kilometres from its source at Gaumukh, enters the Indo-Gangetic Plains of North India for the first time at Haridwar, which gave the city its ancient name, Gangadwára. Haridwar is viewed as one of the seven holiest places to Hindus. Amidst the Kumbha Mela, millions of pilgrims, devotees, and tourists congregate in Haridwar to perform ritualistic bathing on the banks of the river Ganges to wash away their sins. Brahma Kund is located at Har ki Pauri and is considered to be the most sacred ghat of Haridwar.
Rishikesh
Rishikesh is located in the foothills of the Himalayas and is known as ‘The Gateway to the Himalayas’. Rishikesh is located about 25 km north of holy city, Haridwar. Legends state that Lord Rama did penance here for killing Ravana, and Lakshmana, his younger brother, crossed the river Ganges, at a point, where the present ‘Lakshman Jhula’ bridge stands today. The sacred river Ganges flows through Rishikesh and leaves the Shivalik Mountains in the Himalayas, flowing out into the plains of northern India. Several temples, ancient with new are found along the banks of the Ganges in Rishikesh.
Badrinath
Badrinath is a Hindu holy town that is the most important of the four sites in India’s Char Dham pilgrimage. Badrinath was re-established as a major pilgrimage site by Adi Shankara in the ninth century and in recent years; its popularity has increased significantly, with an estimated 600,000 pilgrims visiting during the 2006 season, against 90,676 in 1961. Badrinath has been mentioned as a holy place in Hindu scriptures for thousands of years. According to the Bhagavata Purana (3.4.22),”There in Badrikashram the supreme being (Vishnu), in his incarnation as the sages Nara and Narayana, had been undergoing great penance since time immemorial for the welfare of all living entities.”
Pipalkoti
Pipalkoti is a small and scenic town situated at 17kms after Chamoli on National Highway- 58. Pipalkoti acts a relaxation point for people traveling to Badrinath, Hemkund Sahib and famous Valley of Flowers. Pipalkoti is nestled amidst lush green mountains and terraced fields and provides delightful views of the snow clad mountains in addition to green hills all around. The place is also known for its restaurants and eat-outs. Travelers can relax at Pipalkoti, getting pleasure from the picturesque views and delicious food.
Kedarnath
Kedarnath is a Hindu holy town and the most remote of the four Char Dham sites. Kedarnath is located in the Himalayas, about 3584m above sea level near the head of river Mandakini. The site is flanked by breathtaking snow-capped peaks. Kedarnath hosts one of the holiest Hindu temples and the Kedarnath Temple is a popular destination for Hindu pilgrims from all over the world. Kedarnath has been in existence from the Mahabharata era when the Pandavas are supposed to have pleased Lord Shiva by doing penance, here. There are 2 ways to reach Kedarnath, one of them is via foot for a steep 14 km trek through a paved path and second way is by helicopter service.
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