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Day 01: Dehradun/Haridwar – Barkot (200 kms/7 hrs)
Welcome to Chardham Yatra !!! On arriving at Haridwar you will be greeted by AMT’s representative. Haridwar is called the “Gateway of Chardham”. After warm greetings proceed to Barkot via. Mussoorie. Mussoorie also known as Queen of Hiils is situated at an elevation of 1,880 meters (6,170 ft). Visit Kempty fall in Mussoorie. Kempty fall is a magnificent waterfall and recreation area set in the lap of a green valley where one can get relax after bathing in the man made ponds built around it. Later continue your road journey to Barkot and enjoy the beauty of Himalayas. Arrive at Barkot by evening & check in at the hotel followed by dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Note: The route to Barkot from Haridwar may change due to heavy traffic or road conditions.
Day 02: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (45 Kms Road/6 kms one side Trek)
In the morning we will drive straight to Janki Chatti. 6 kms trek to Yamunotri starts from here. From Janki Chatti you can start the trek route either on foot or you can also hire a Pony/Palanquin (at own cost). Two hot springs are also present at Yamunotri offering relief to tired hikers at a height of 3,292 meters (10,801 ft), Surya Kund, has boiling hot water, while Gauri Kund, had tepid water suitable for bathing. On arrival at Yamunotri proceed to holy dip in natural hot water spring One can cook rice in “Surya Kund” (hot water spring), dipping in a cloth and take cooked rice home as Prasadam. Pooja should be offered to “Divya Shila”. Take blessings of Mata Yamuna and trek down to Janki Chatti. Later drive back to Barkot for night stay.
Day 03: Barkot – Uttarkashi (90kms/4 hrs)
After morning breakfast check out from the hotel & proceed to Uttarkashi. En route witness the spectacular view of the lush green mountains covered with greeneries all around. The scenic beauty will definitely astonish you through its natural beauty. After arriving at Uttarkashi, check in at the hotel. Take rest in your room. Evening free at leisure to roam in local areas or markets. Later return to your hotel followed by dinner & then overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 04: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (120 kms/4-5 hrs)
In the morning proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), en-route enjoy the drive parallel to Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. On arrival Gangotri take a holy dip in the icy cold water of Bhagirathi River. After bathing at Bhagirathi River perform Pooja and Hindu rites at the bank of river. Then proceed to darshan, of Mata Ganga Gangotri makes for the picture perfect holy city, flooded with tourists. Treat your eyes to the magnificent view of the majestic Himalayas and the mystical Ganga, all at the same time! Later return to your hotel at Uttarkashi followed by overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05: Uttarkashi – Guptakashi/Sitapur (280 kms/11 hrs)
In the morning after scrumptious breakfast check out from the hotel & proceed to Guptkashi/Sitapur. En- route visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple. One of the oldest temple of India dedicated to Lord Shiva & was built by Lord Parshuram. Take the blessings of Lord Shiva for further journey & continue your road journey to Guptkasi/Sitapur. Arrive by evening & check in at the hotel followed by dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 06: Guptakashi/Sitapur – sonprayag – Kedarnath(17 kms Trek/6 Hrs)
Early morning (3 AM) we will drop you to Sonprayag. From here only Govt. vehicles are operational till Gauri Kund which is at a distance of 5 kms. Gauri Kund is a starting point of 17 kms long trek to Kedarnath Temple. One can also hire pony/palanquins to cover the trek. Travelers should have to carry general medicines, woolen clothes, toiletries & Water Bottle. It will take 6 to 7 hrs to complete the trek & arrive at Kedarnath Dham. After arriving take a spectacular view of the surrounding. After darshan proceed to check in at the Govt. tents (on your own cost). Take a deep sleep on the Lap of Himalaya near Mahadev.</p.
Day 07: Kedarnath – Sitapur/Guptakashi
Try to wake up early in the morning to avoid heavy rush & to get morning Aarti. It will take 3-4 hrs for Darshan of Lord SHiva due to rush of Pilgrims all over the India. After Darshan start your trek to Gaurikund. After arriving at Gaurikund take the govt. shuttle for Sonprayag. After arriving proceed to Guptkashi/Sitapur for an overnight stay.
Day 08: Guptakashi/Sitapur – Pipalkoti (140 kms/6-7 Hrs.)
After morning breakfast start your road journey to Pipalkoti. The whole route is full blessed with mesmerizing scenery & lush Green Mountain that will not let you allow to shut off your camera. On arriving at Pipalkoti check in to your hotel followed by dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 09: Day Excursion to Badrinath (80 Kms/4-5 hrs)
In the morning after breakfast check out from the hotel & proceed to Badrinath Temple. After arriving at Badrinath Temple take a holy bath at Tapt Kund and then go for the Darshan of Badrivishal Brahma kapal. After darshan proceed to visit Mana village the last village of India. Also visit Vyas Gufa a place where Ved Vyas had written the epic Mahabharat with the help of Lord Ganesh. Later return back to Pipalkoti for overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10: Pipalkoti – Rishikesh – Haridwar (240 kms/7-8 hrs)
Morning drive to Haridwar, en-route visit Devprayag. Devaprayag is the sacred event of merging two heavenly rivers, Alakananda and Bhagirathi, to form the holy Ganga. Later continue your road journey towards Rishikesh. Visit Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula at Rishikesh. Later drive to Haridwar for the drop. Your arrival at the Haridwar Railway Station will mark the end of the tour & services of AMT with everlasting memories of Uttarakhand.
Inclusions:
- Assistance on Arrival at Airport.
- Accommodation in well furnished rooms.
- With Breakfast & Dinner.
- Use of recreational activities available in the hotels.
- All sightseeing & transfers by Exclusive Private Car.
- Co-operative driver with local knowledge.
- Transport charges inclusive of Fuel charges, Driver Allowance, Night Halt, Road taxes and Parking.