Chardham

Depart from Haridwar early morning and stop for lunch on the way to Mussoorie . Continue your journey
and reach Barkot in the Evening after visiting Kempty falls on the way. on arrival check in to the hotel,
Dinner and Overnight at hotel.

Drive to Jankichatti / Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse
or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot
water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can
be offered to Divya Shila, After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund’s warn water and having “Darshan” of
pious “Yamunaji” returning to Jankichatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Yamunotri Temple : Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed
twice in the present century and rebuilt again.
Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into
numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple .

After a Relaxed breakfast, leave for Uttarkashi, Drive of 100 kms. Enroute vist Prakateshwar Cave, on
arrival Uttarkashi Check in at the Hotel Evening visit Vishvanath Temple, Overnight stay at the hotel.
Uttarkashi: Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here
where a massive iron trident is erected.

Early Morning drive to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi
River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas . After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi.
Oernight stay at Uttarkashi.

Gangotri Temple : Gangotri temple is 18th Centuri temple dedicated to Goddess ganga. It is located near
a sacred stone where king Bhagirath worshipped Lords Shiva. Ganga “Deva Yagna ”hear to atone the
death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharat. The temple is an exquisite 20ft.high structure
made of white granite…..

Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to
mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months
when water level decreases.

Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting
from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.

After a very early Breakfast, leave for Guptkasi. a late
lunch is Scheduled en Route molgarh. After lunch, Continue your journey and today for the first time see
the Beautiful River Mandakni. Travel along side the River to reach Guptakashi late in the Evening,
Overnight Stay at Hotel.

After breakfast at the resort you will fly to Kedarnath. Due to Government regulation, Due to massive
floods last two year ago all accommodation facilities in Kedarnath have been damaged. Night halt will
not be provided in Kedarnath , instead we will offer night halt facilities in Guptkashi/Rampur area .
We will offer VIP darshan slips at Kedarnath temple so our passengers can avoid the long queue and
finish darshan quickly. The cost for these slips is Rs 2100 per person not included in our package. Any
other special puja at Kedarnath can be booked at the local temple committee office although the cost for
this will be paid directly by the passengers.
(Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes)

Important No:- Last year trek for Kedarnath Ji Temple had increased to 19 Km (one way) and pilgrims
were not allowed at stay at Kedarnath Temple, so clients had to trek same day to Kedarnath Ji or they
have used chopper (Helicopter) services. But this year Uttarakhand government is working round the
clock to reduce the length of Kedarnath Temple route and also making wooden huts for minimum 3000
pilgrims (approx) to stay at Kedarnath Temple. Yatra registration will be required to visit this circuit.
Kedarnath Temple : The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot
situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the
protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the
Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva
for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a
bull. On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The r! emaining
portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations.
The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair)
with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as Panch Kedar.
Kedarnath Temple:- The present temple built in 8th century AD by Adi Guru Shankaracharya lies
adjacent to the site of an ancient temple built bu Pandavas. Temple has a Conical Lingam – the assemblies
of pilgrims and visitors. The temple is more than 1000 year old. Behind the Kedarnath temple lies the
samdhi of final resting place of Adi Guru Shankaracharya. It is belived that after establishing the four
dham in India he went for his Samadhi at an early age of 32 years….

After Breakfast leave for Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Later at evening visit Badrinath
Temple for Aarti. Overnight stay.

Badrinath:- Cradled in the twin Mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan is the holies of the four main
shrines-badrinath along the left bank of Alaknanda with the towering Neelkanth peak as the splendid
backdrop. Once the spot was carpeted eith “Badri”or wild berries and hence was famous as Badrivan.
Legend has it when the ganga was requested to descend to earth to help suffering humanity, the earth
was unable to with stand the force of its descent, There for the mighty ganga was split in to 12 holy
channels, Alaknanda was one of then that later became the abode of Loard Vishnu or Badrinath Ji…..
Badrinath one of the ‘Four Dhams’ is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is
situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the
place got the name “Badri van”, meaning “forest of berries”.

Tapt Kund : Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe
before entering the Badrinath temple.

Narad Kund : A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was
recovered.

Brahama Kapal : A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform proppitiating rites for
their deceased ancestors.

Sheshnetra : 1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as
the Sheshnag’s eye.

Charanpaduka : 3kms. away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a
boulder.

Mata Murty Temple : Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Sesh
Netra Temple , Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.

Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet .
Vasundhara : As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. from
Badrinath out of which 2 kms. is motorable upto Mana.

Bhim Pul : On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the
roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow
passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the
five Pandava brothers.

Vyas Gufa (cave) : Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed
the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.

Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal.
Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sight
seeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the “Mukh” of the
Saraswati River . Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. Later drive back to Joshimath – Pipalkoti
– Rudraperyag. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay. Rudraperyag Joshimath is situated on the slopes
above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four ‘Maths’ established by Adi
Shankaracharya, Joshimath is in the Badrinath to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to
worship. There are many temples in the township most important is the temple of Nir Singh in
commotion of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity is with time and the popular belief holds that the
day the the arm completely withers Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the
residence into the neighboring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri. Joshimath is connected by regular bus
service to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Badrinath and many other centres in the region.

Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda.

After breakfast at the resort you will Shivpuri. Here you may opt to enjoy some adventure activities like
River rafting, etc. on own. take an excursion to Rishikesh. The ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual
town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said
that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of ” Hrishikesh ” and this area
hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla,
Ram Jhulla, Bharat Mandir, Shivananda Ashram, Parmarth Ashram.. Overnight stay. Haridwar.

Rishikesh : Upstream on the banks of the Ganga where it is met by the Chandrabhaga is the holy town of
Rishikesh. Literally, Rishi’s (holy man) locks, this small town is the point where the holy Ganges crashes
down in full glory onto huge boulders and creates long stretches of white sandy beaches. The banks are
lined with ashrams, where saints and holy men rested before beginning their arduous pilgrimage up into
the snow-covered land of the gods. Rishikesh is essentially a combination of five different districts-
Rishikesh the commercial centre, Muni-ki-reti in the quiet suburbs, Shivananda Nagar to the north,
Lakshmanjhula with its holy shrines and Swarg Ashram where most of the ashrams are located.
Swarg Ashram, with its numerous ashrams, food stalls and shops is a haunt for those looking for insights

into religious themes. The newly constructed Ram Jhoola straddles the Ganga at this point. You can also
make a river crossing on the ferries that run during the day. Important shrines and ashrams at Swarg
Ashram include Kali Kumbliwale founded by Swami Vishudhananda, Parmarth Niketan with large
statues of gods and goddesses and the Gita Bhavan with its Ayurvedic dispensary and shop selling
religious books and cotton Khadi.

About 2 kms upstream is the old footbridge called Lakshmanjhula, named after the brother of Lord
Rama. Temples line both sides of the river at Lakshmanjhula. To the northeast is the area of Muni-
ki-reti. Along the banks of the Chandrabhaga river, this area with its secluded white sand beaches is ideal
for swimming. Boat rides on the river near Swarg Ashram are a pleasant diversion, and you can feed the
fish that cluster around pilgrims throwing balls of wheat flour into the waters.

Morning After Breakfast Drive to Delhi, On Arrival at Delhi transfer to Airport/Railway Station/Dropping
point.

*** Tour ends with sweet memories take home ***