HARIDWAR – BARKOT (176 kms/6-7 hrs drive)
Upon your arrival in Haridwar, a representative from Char-dham-yata.in India will be there to greet you and guide you through the details of your tour. You will then begin your journey from Haridwar to Barkot via Dehradun and Mussoorie. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to see some of the sights and attractions of the region, including the beautiful Kempty Falls.
After exploring the area, you will arrive in Barkot and check into your pre-booked hotel. Take some time to relax and rest overnight before continuing on with your journey the next day.
Day 02
BARKOT – YAMUNOTRI – BARKOT
BARKOT – YAMUNOTRI – BARKOT (46 Kms drive & 6kms Trek “one side”)
After breakfast on the next day, you will begin your journey towards Yamunotri. From Barkot, you will first reach Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, which is the starting point of a 6km trek to Yamunotri. If you prefer not to walk, you can also choose to ride a horse or pony to reach Yamunotri.
Yamunotri is the shrine of goddess Yamuna, and here you will have the opportunity to receive blessings from the goddess and explore the various sites in and around the temple. Some of the places you will visit include Yamunotri temple, Divya Shila, and Surya Kund. You can also enjoy the cooked rice Prasad before returning to Jankichatti before evening.
From there, you will drive back to Barkot and rest overnight at the hotel before continuing your journey to the next destination.
Day 03
BARKOT – UTTARKASHI
BARKOT – UTTARKASHI (100kms/5hrs drive)
After breakfast on the third day, you will begin your journey towards Uttarkashi. Located 80 km away from Barkot, it will take around 2-3 hours by road to reach Uttarkashi. Upon arrival, you will check into your pre-booked hotel.
Once you have freshened up at the hotel, you will visit the famous Vishwanath temple to seek the blessings of the god. The Vishwanath temple is a revered site for Hindu pilgrims and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. After your visit, you will return to your hotel for the night stay.
Day 04
UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI
UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI (100kms/ 05 hrs each side)
After breakfast on the following day, you will begin your journey towards Gangotri from Uttarkashi. Gangotri is located 100 km away from Uttarkashi and will take around 2-3 hours by road to reach. Along the way, you will witness the majestic Himalayan mountain range, the charming Harsil village, and the beautiful Bhagirathi River.
Once you arrive at the Gangotri Temple, you will witness the abode of goddess Ganga and explore the various sites, including the Gangotri Temple, Surya Kund, and Bhagirath Shila. The temple is situated on the banks of the Bhagirathi River and is considered one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites for Hindus.
After exploring the area, you will return to Uttarkashi in the evening and take rest at the hotel overnight.
Day 05
UTTARKASHI - GUPTKASHI
UTTARKASHI - GUPTKASHI(197kms/8-9hrs drive)
After enjoying a delicious breakfast on the fifth day of your trip, you will begin your journey towards Guptkashi. Guptkashi is located 197 km away from Uttarkashi and will take approximately 7-8 hours by road to reach. While driving towards Guptkashi, you will see the captivating Mandakini River at Tilwara.
Upon arrival in Guptkashi, you will check into your pre-booked hotel. Once you have freshened up, you will visit the Ardh Narishwar temple in Guptkashi. The Ardh Narishwar temple is a revered site for Hindu pilgrims and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. After your visit, you will return to your hotel for the night stay.
Day 06
6 GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH - GUPTKASHI
6 GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH - GUPTKASHI (30kms by road & 20 kms Trek)
After enjoying a delicious breakfast on the sixth day of your trip, you will begin your journey towards Kedarnath. You will need to travel 30 km to Sonprayag and then cover a 20 km trek route to reach the destination of Kedarnath. First, you will travel to Sonprayag from Guptkashi, where the trek route starts. It is important to remember to carry all your personal belongings like medicines, warm clothes, toiletries, and first aid kit while trekking to Kedarnath.
Kedarnath is the dwelling of Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve famous Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Here you will explore Kedarnath Temple, Chorabari Tal, Ghorabari Glacier, and many more sacred sites. The Kedarnath Temple is located in the midst of snow-capped mountains and offers a serene and tranquil environment.
After exploring the area, you will enjoy an overnight stay in the Guptkashi hotel.
Day 06
7 GUPTKASHI – PANDUKESHWAR
7 GUPTKASHI – PANDUKESHWAR(165 kms/4-5 hrs)
On the seventh day of your trip, you will drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Upon arrival, check into your pre-booked hotel. In the evening, visit the beautiful town of Pandukeshwar, located near Badrinath. Here, you can visit the Pandukeshwar Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
After exploring the town, return to your hotel in Pandukeshwar for an overnight stay. The hotel will provide you with comfortable accommodations and all necessary amenities for a relaxing stay. Enjoy a peaceful night's sleep before continuing your spiritual journey the following day.
Day 06
PANDUKESHWAR - BADRINATH - RUDRAPRAYAG
PANDUKESHWAR - BADRINATH - RUDRAPRAYAG(133km / 4Hrs)
On the next day after breakfast in the hotel, you will begin your journey towards Badrinath, which is located 76 km away from Pipalkoti and takes around 2-3 hours to reach by road. En route, you will visit Pandukeshwar, which is located 133 km away from Guptkashi and takes around 4-5 hours to reach. After visiting Pandukeshwar, you will continue your drive to Badrinath. Once you arrive, you will check into your pre-booked hotel and freshen up. In the evening, you will visit the Badrinath temple, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu/Badri and is one of the most famous dhams among the chardham. You will also have the opportunity to see Tapt Kund, Brahma Kapal, Sheshnetra, Narad Kund, Charanpaduka, and other attractions. You will then spend the night at your hotel in Rudraprayag.
Day 06
9 RUDRAPRAYAG - RISHIKESH - HARIDWAR
9 RUDRAPRAYAG - RISHIKESH - HARIDWAR(242 Km / 6 to 7 hrs)
On the 9th day of your trip, you will start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, and then begin your journey towards Rudraprayag. It will take about 2-3 hours by road to reach there. From Rudraprayag, you will then drive towards Rishikesh, which is about 218km away and will take approximately 6-7 hours to reach by road. Once you reach Rishikesh, you can take a short break before continuing your journey towards Haridwar, which is just 19km away and takes around 30 minutes to reach by road. Upon reaching Haridwar, our representative will drop you off at the railway station or bus stop, from where you can catch a train or bus to reach your final destination.
