Char Dhaam Yatra – Gangotri, Yamunotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath
Overview
9 Nights / 10 Days
The Char Dham Yatra, also known as the Four Abodes of God, is one of the most revered pilgrimage circuits in Hinduism. It encompasses four sacred sites in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, each dedicated to a different deity. These four sites are:
Yamunotri: The source of the Yamuna River and home to the temple of Goddess Yamuna.
Gangotri: The source of the Ganges River and the location of the temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga.
Kedarnath: The site of the famous Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, which are considered the holiest abodes of Lord Shiva.
Badrinath: The temple of Badrinath is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, particularly in his form as Badrinarayan. It is one of the 108 Divya Desams, sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
The Char Dham Yatra traditionally begins from the west at Yamunotri, proceeding to Gangotri, Kedarnath, and finally Badrinath. Pilgrims often follow this route clockwise, as per Hindu religious customs.
Undertaking the Char Dham Yatra is believed to wash away sins and bring spiritual liberation (moksha) to devotees. The journey is physically demanding, as it involves trekking through rugged terrain and high altitudes, but it is considered immensely rewarding for those who complete it. Pilgrims often seek blessings, perform rituals, and take holy dips in the rivers associated with each site during their journey. The yatra usually takes place during the summer months when the weather is favorable for travel in the Himalayan region.
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Tour Plan
- Arrive at Delhi railway station.
- Meet with the representatives and drive to Haridwar.
- Check in to the hotel and get settled in upon arrival.
- Experience the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri in the evening.
- Overnight stay and dinner at Haridwar.
- After breakfast, drive to Barkot.
- Visit Kempty Falls on the way.
- Check in to the hotel and get settled in upon arrival.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, drive to Janki Chatti, then trek to Yamunotri.
- Enjoy the darshan of Yamuna.
- Return to Janki Chatti and drive back.
- Return to Barkot.
- Overnight stay and dinner at Barkot.
- After breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi.
- Check in to the hotel and get settled in post-arrival.
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, leave for Gangotri via the beautiful Harsil Valley.
- Enjoy the scenic route by the Bhagirathi river.
- Perform pooja and darshan.
- Return to Uttarkashi.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, leave for Guptakashi.
- Enjoy the scenic route.
- Check into the hotel and get settled in after arrival in Guptakashi.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, drive to Sonprayag.
- Move on to Gaurikund.
- Start the trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath on foot or by pony/doli.
- Visit the Kedarnath Temple.
- Return to Guptakashi.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, drive to Badrinath via Joshimath.
- Check in to the hotel after arrival in Badrinath.
- Enjoy the darshan of the temple.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
- After breakfast, leave for Rudraprayag.
- Enjoy the scenic route.
- Check in to the hotel and get settled in post-arrival.
- Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.
- After breakfast, depart for Delhi for your onward journey.
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