Tour Overview
This is a truly spiritual journey that takes you on a pilgrimage to the four sacred sites of the Himalayas. You'll experience the divine beauty of the mountains and the serenity of the holy rivers, all while on a soul-stirring quest for blessings.
Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar – The Beginning of the Sacred Path
Your journey begins in Delhi and you reach Haridwar, the sacred gateway to the Char Dham. In the evening, stand on the ghats of Har Ki Pauri during the Ganga Aarti. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
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Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot – Into the Foothills
After breakfast, begin your ascent towards the Himalayas. On the way, stop at Mussoorie for fresh mountain air. By evening, you reach Barkot, a small town wrapped in pine forests. Overnight stay in Barkot.
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Day 3: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot
Rise early for your first dham. A drive to Janki Chatti brings you to the base of the Yamunotri trek. Walking the 6 km uphill path is a spiritual experience. At the top, Yamunotri Temple welcomes you. Overnight stay in Barkot.
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Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi – Along the Bhagirathi
The journey continues to Uttarkashi, a sacred town on the banks of the Bhagirathi River. After reaching, visit the Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
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Day 5: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
The drive to Gangotri takes you through the pristine Harsil Valley. At Gangotri, take a dip in the icy Bhagirathi River and pray at Gangotri Temple. Return to Uttarkashi for the night.
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Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi – Confluences of the Holy Rivers
It’s a long drive today, but filled with sacred sights. You pass Rudraprayag, the holy confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini Rivers. By evening you reach Guptkashi. Visit the Ardhnarishwar Temple. Overnight in Guptkashi.
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Day 7: Guptkashi to Kedarnath – Into Shiva’s Abode
Today is the heart of your yatra. Drive to Sonprayag, then continue to Gaurikund, the starting point of the trek. The 16 km path to Kedarnath is filled with pilgrims chanting “Har Har Mahadev”. By evening, you arrive at Kedarnath Temple. Overnight stay near the temple.
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Day 8: Kedarnath to Guptkashi – A Morning with Lord Shiva
Wake before dawn to witness the morning darshan at Kedarnath Temple. After blessings, trek back to Gaurikund and drive to Guptkashi. Overnight in Guptkashi.
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Day 9: Guptkashi to Badrinath – Lord Vishnu’s Abode
After breakfast, drive along winding mountain roads to Badrinath, the dham of Lord Vishnu. In the evening, attend the temple aarti where thousands gather to chant in unison. Overnight in Badrinath.
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Day 10: Badrinath Darshan and Mana Village – Down to Rudraprayag
Start your day with a dip in the hot Tapt Kund before entering Badrinath Temple. Later, visit Mana Village, the last Indian village before Tibet. After lunch, descend towards Rudraprayag or Srinagar for overnight stay.
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Day 11: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh – The Yoga Capital
The drive down the mountains brings you to Rishikesh. Spend the afternoon exploring Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, and quiet riverbanks. In the evening, join the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat. Overnight in Rishikesh.
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Day 12: Rishikesh to Delhi – Journey’s End, Blessings Forever
After breakfast, drive back to Delhi. As the plains open up, your heart feels both heavy and light. You carry the blessings of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath within you forever.