India has never ceased to wonder everyone with its diverse culture and beautiful places. One such place which doesn’t fail to attract one and all from all over the world is the ever famous “Char Dham Yatra of Uttarakhand”. Compromising of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath; these four places together makes up for one of the most attractive destinations for religious or nature lovers all over the world.
Delhi/Haridwawr
3 Hours Before Flight Time
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is covered four places, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. It is important to note that this journey is physically demanding journey that requires good trekking experience at high altitudes. Club Retreat team advise to undertake this journey with proper planning and preparation.
On arrival at Delhi, get transferred to Haridwar- the gateway to your remarkable journey. Don’t forget to attend the famous Ganga Aarti (a sunset prayer) at Har ki Pauri Ghat, accompanied with the holy chants and the innumerable diyas lighting up the whole ghat. Undoubtedly, a great start to the remarkable journey that lies ahead.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
After having a delicious and scrumptious breakfast head for 6 hours long journey to Barkot – the base camp for the Yamunotri Temple. Enjoy the traditional welcome at the base camp, meet with the destination expert and enjoy the evening tea over detailed information of the temple with our destination expert.
Enjoy a delicious and organic dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Start your day with the holy Shlok Saar engulfing the atmosphere, followed by a delicious breakfast. Today we visit the first of the holy Chaar Dhaams – Yamunotri Dham. Reach Jankichatti through a drive and from here it’s time to embark upon the 6 km long trek for Yamunotri Dham. Visit the divine deities of goddess Yamuna and goddess Ganga in the temple. You may also take a holy dip into the hot spring.
After this divine experience, head back to Barkot . Enjoy packed lunch on the way down. At Barkot, you are welcomed with a hot cup of tea, which wears off your tiredness. Enjoy the evening aarti, followed by dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel / camp.
Start your day with a fulfilling breakfast and head towards, Harsil- the next stop over. The journey is approximately 7 hours long with a stopover at Uttarkashi for a delicious lunch. On reaching Harsil, get greeted in the traditional way at the base camp and meet with our destination expert and get briefed about the temples and the deities.
Enjoy a simple but delicious dinner at the camp. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Today after having a delicious breakfast, get ready for a 22km drive to the famous Gangotri Dham. This dham is solely dedicated to goddess Ganga. Perform the poojas, one can also go for a holy dip at the holy Ganges (which is also called Bhagirathi at the origin). Soak in the serenity of the place.
Head back to Harsil for lunch after the holy darshaan. The camp welcomes you back with hot tea, followed by dinner at night.
Overnight at the hotel/camp.
After a delicious breakfast, get transferred to Guptakashi, through a nine hour drive. En-route stop for lunch at Aabki. Upon arrival, get greeted in the traditional way at the camp. Meet with our destination expert and get briefed about Shri Kedarnath Dham over a hot cup of tea.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel/camp.
After breakfast, proceed for Phata, for your helicopter ride to Kedarnath. Kedarnath, holds one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, hence making it one of the most pious grounds for the Hindus. After the temple visit, head back to Guptkashi .
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel/camp.
After a fulfilling breakfast, head towards Joshimath (the winter home of Lord Badri) through a 141 km ride. Crossing over the beautiful snow capped mountains and lush greenery, reach the Camp. Get briefed about the temple by our destination accompanied with tea.
After a hearty breakfast, proceed towards the last of the Chaar Dhams – Shri Badrinath Dham. This is one of the most important temples of Lord Vishnu and hence attracts pilgrims from all corners. Experience the divine tranquillity in the atmosphere and pay your worships to Lord Badri.
Return back to the camp for dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel/camp.
After breakfast, it’s time to head back to Rishikesh. The journey will be 254km ride from Joshimath. En-route visit Devprayag (the sangam of river Alaknanda and Bhaghirathi). Upon arrival at Rishikesh, check into the hotel.Visit the Parmath Niketan Ashram for the mesmerizing evening aarti. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Checkout from the hotel.
The “soul-enriching, spiritual journey of the Chaar Dhams” finally comes to an end here. Head back to your home with a heart full of memories.
