CHARDHAM YATRA EX DELHI
Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (Approx. 5-6 hours drive)
• Arrival in Delhi Airport/Railway Station and our driver will pick up than proceed to Haridwar.
• On arrival check into the Haridwar hotel.
• Evening: Reach Haridwar and attend the famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
• Overnight stay: Haridwar.
Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot (Approx. 6-7 hours drive)
• Morning: After breakfast, leave for Barkot, a serene town near Yamunotri.
• Evening: Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Rest for the night.
• Overnight stay: Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri (Trek: 5 km one way)
• Early Morning: Drive to Janki Chatti.
• Trek: From Janki Chatti, trek 6 km to Yamunotri.
o Visit the Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.
o Take a dip in the hot water springs.
• Return: After darshan, trek back to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot.
• Overnight stay: Barkot.
Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi (Approx. 4-5 hours drive)
• Morning: After breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi.
• En Route: Visit Shiv Gufa & Enjoy the scenic drive.
• Evening: Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
o Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple if time permits.
• Overnight stay: Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri (100kms each side)
• Morning: Depart for Gangotri, the source of the Ganges River.
• Temple Visit: Visit the Gangotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Ganga.
o Take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi River.
• Return: Enroute visit Harshil Valley & In the evening, drive back to Uttarkashi.
• Overnight stay: Uttarkashi.
Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (Approx. 8-9 hours drive)
• Morning: After breakfast, leave for Guptkashi.
• En Route: Drive through beautiful hilly roads.
• Evening: Check-in to the hotel in Guptkashi.
• Overnight stay: Guptkashi.
Day 7: Guptkashi – Sonprayag – Kedarnath (Drive + Trek: 16 km)
• Early Morning: After breakfast, drive to Sonprayag (approx. 30 km).
• Shared Jeep Ride: From Sonprayag, take a shared jeep to Gaurikund (approx. 5 km).
o Trek to Kedarnath: Begin your 16 km trek to Kedarnath. The trek can take 6-7 hours,
o On reaching Kedarnath, check-in to your accommodation.
o Visit the Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and offer your prayers.
• Overnight stay: Kedarnath.
Day 8: Kedarnath – Gaurikund – Guptkashi (Trek + Drive)
• Morning: After visiting the Kedarnath Temple for morning prayers, begin your return trek to Gaurikund.
• Drive: From Gaurikund, take a jeep back to Sonprayag and then drive to Guptkashi.
• Evening: Relax and unwind after the long journey.
• Overnight stay: Guptkashi.
Day 9: Guptkashi – Badrinath (Approx. 7-8 hours drive)
• Morning: After breakfast, drive from Guptkashi to Badrinath, another of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
• Scenic Journey: Enjoy a beautiful drive through the picturesque landscapes of the Garhwal Himalayas.
• Evening: Reach Badrinath and check into the hotel.
o Visit the Badrinath Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. You can take a dip in the sacred Tapt Kund (hot spring) before visiting the temple.
• Overnight stay: Badrinath.
Day 10: Badrinath to Rudraprayag
• Morning: After breakfast.
• Visit: Mana Village, Bhim Pul, Vyas Gufa. And begin your journey to Rudraprayag.
• Overnight stay: Rudraprayag
Day 11: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh
• Morning: after breakfast begin your journey to Rishikesh.
• Enroute: Visit Dhari Devi Temple, Devprayag Sangam.
• Evening: visit Ram Jhula & attend the famous Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Day 12: Rishikesh to Delhi (Approx. 6-7 hours drive)
• Morning: After breakfast, leave for Delhi.
• Evening: Reach Delhi and conclude your Mini Chardham Yatra.
Important Notes:
• The treks to Yamunotri and Kedarnath require physical fitness and preparedness for high-altitude conditions.
• It's recommended to carry light woolen clothes and basic trekking gear.
• Ensure that all accommodation and transport arrangements are pre-booked, as the yatra can be crowded during peak season.
• Always follow safety and health guidelines during the journey to make the most of your spiritual pilgrimage.