One of the holiest pilgrimages in India, Haridwar, or the ‘gateway to gods’, is located where Ganga, the sacredest of all Indian rivers, enters the Indo-Gangetic plains. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar is a city of temples and ashrams and its pious ambience envelops everyone. Haridwar is one of the four holy Indian cities that host the Kumbh Mela, a pious gathering of millions of Hindu devotees every 12 years. The Ardh Kumbh is organised here every six years. It also hosts the Kanwar mela every year during the rainy season. The ‘Panch Tirth’ or the five pilgrimages located within the periphery of Haridwar, are Gangadwara (Har Ki Pauri), Kushwart (Ghat), Kankhal, Bilwa Tirtha (Mansa Devi Temple) and Neel Parvat (Chandi Devi). Haridwar serves as the gateway to the Char Dham of Uttarakhand as well.
Yamunotri - Yamunotri is a part of Char Dham (along with Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath), the four most revered Hindu pilgrimages in the Himalayas. The small mountain hamlet, with the Yamunotri Temple at its centre, attracts thousands of devotees every year and is the commencing point of the Char Dham Yatra pilgrimage (May to October), which proceeds from Yamunotri to Gangotri and finally to Kedarnath and Badrinath. Lodged in a narrow gorge, close to the source of the Yamuna, the Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to Yamuna, the second-most sacred river after the Ganges. A dip in River Yamuna is said to protect one from untimely death. Devotees either walk or ride a palanquin or a pony to reach the temple (around 3,233 m above sea level) from Janki Chatti, a steep trek of about 3 km that takes about 3 hours.
Gangotri - One of the char dhams (the most sacred pilgrimage circuits in northern India with four holy destinations), Gangotri, in Uttarkashi, is a small town with the temple of Goddess Ganga at its heart. A 12-hour drive from Rishikesh, Gangotri is nestled among lofty Garhwal Himalayan peaks, glaciers and dense forests, and is one of highest pilgrimages in India (approx 3,415 m). Other than its divine atmosphere, Gangotri offers stunning vistas all around. According to Hindu legends, the most sacred of all rivers, Ganges (or Ganga), descended from heaven to earth at Gangotri, when Lord Shiva released the mighty river from his locks. The actual origin of the river is at Gaumukh in the Gangotri glacier, 19 km away from Gangotri and is accessible by trekking. After it originates from Gaumukh, the river is known as Bhagirathi and it acquires the name 'Ganga' after the river Alaknanda merges into it near the town of Devaprayag.
TOUR DESTINATION-:
Haridwar - Barkot - Yamunotri - Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Gupatkashi - Haridwar
TOUR DURATION-:
4 Nights & 5 Days
DAY 01: HARIDWAR - BARKOT (220KMS/7HR)
Welcome to Chardham yatra. Arrival at Haridwar & meet by Suveedha Yatri executive and Drive to Barkot via Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall and others later drive Barkot .On arrival check into hotel & over night stay at hotel.
DAY 02: BARKOT - YAMUNOTRI - BARKOT {36KMS DRIVE & 6KMS TREK (ONE SIDE)}
Morning after Breakfast drive to Hanuman Chatti, for Janki chatti (It helps to reduce the trek upto 8 kms), 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" return to Hanumanchatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Hanuman Chatti: The confluence of Hanuman Ganga & Yamuna River.
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.
DAY 03: BARKOT - UTTARKASHI (100KMS/4HR)
Morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi .On arrival Check into hotel.After refreshment visit Vishwanath Temple. Later back to hotel & overnight stay at hotel.
Vishwanath Temple : Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected.
DAY 04: UTTARKASHI - GANGOTRI - UTTARKASHI (100KMS/3HR EACH SIDE)
Morning after breakfast we proceed 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. Overnight stay at hotel in Uttarkashi.
Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
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 Valley, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
DAY 05: UTTARKASHI- GUPTAKASHI (190KMS/7HR)
Morning after breakfast , drive to back Haridwar. On Arrival drop at Haridwar .
COST INCLUDES-:
• Meeting and assistance on arrival.
• Aaccommodations in Deluxe room at hotel.
• Daily fixed Menu breakfast & dinner.
• Air-conditioned Vehicle for sightseeing and excursions.
• Driver Bata, Toll tax and parking.
COST EXCLUDES-:
• Air fare / train fare.
• Coolie / porter charges.
• Camera charges.
• Donations at temples.
• Extended stay or travelling due to any reason.
• Any meals other then those specified in Tour Cost Includes.
• Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
• Any other item not specified in ‘Tour cost includes.
• Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing.
| S.No. | No. of Pax | Cab | Cost/Pax |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 06 | Ertiga/Innova | 12999 |
| 2 | 04 | Sedan | 13999 |
| 3 | 02 | Sedan | 20999 |
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