Itinerary
Day 01: Haridwar – Guptkashi/Sitapur (210kms/7-8hr) HT : 1319 MTS.
Morning after breakfast, drive straight to Guptkashi. On arrival Check In at the Hotel, evening visit Ardh Narishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
The name Gupt Kashi means "Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Gupt Kashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible connections as well-the Kedarnath pandas (hereditary pilgrimage priests) live in Gupt Kashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through Gupt Kashi on its way to Ukhimath, where it stays for the winter.
Weather - Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters
Time:- 8-9 Hrs
Day 02: Guptkashi/Sitapur – Kedarnath- Guptkashi/Sitapur –By Helicopter
After medical check-up proceed to Sonprayag, Trek start from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (3584 mts) by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath.
Day 03: Guptkashi/Sitapur – Chopta-TungNath (50 kms, 8kms trek)
After Breakfast, Drive to Chopta, via Chamoli reach tungnath, visit Tungnath temple 3 kms trek upto temple, take darshan and back to Road head, and Continue drive to Chopta reach and hotel ch-in and Stay overnight at Chopta.
Distance:- 48kms by road & 6kms Trek both way
Day 04: Chopta - Badrinath (215kms/7hr) HT : 3133 MTS.
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Later at evening visit Badrinath Temple for Aarti. Overnight stay.
Badrinath one of the ''Four Dhams'' is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name "Badri van", meaning "forest of berries".
Tapt Kund : Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
Narad Kund : A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
Brahama Kapal : A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform proppitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.
Sheshnetra : 1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag''s eye.
Charanpaduka : 3kms. away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.
Mata Murty Temple : Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Sesh Netra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.
Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara : As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath out of which 2 kms. is motorable upto Mana.
Bhim Pul : On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
Vyas Gufa (cave) : Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.
Day 05: Badrinath – Pipalkoti (80kms) / Rudraprayag (160kms) / Kirtinagar (200kms)
Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. Later drive back to Pipalkoti / Rudraprayag / Kirtinagar via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 06: Pipalkoti – Rishikesh (220kms/7-8hr) / Rudraprayag – Rishikesh (140kms/4-5hr) / Kirtinagar – Rishikesh (110kms/3-4hr)
Drive to Rishikesh, the ''place of sages'' is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of " Hrishikesh " and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh. Visit Rishikesh Laxman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Bharat Mata Mandir and evening drop at Haridwar Railway station.
Cost Includes
- Welcome Drink on Arrival (Non Alcoholic).
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis in Room.
- Breakfast & Dinner for a Couple On fixed meals, served in the Hotel (as per Hotel times) .
- All prevailing applicable taxes.
- by Non A/C Vehicle (Delhi-Haridwar&Rishikesh-Delhi by A/C Vehicle Services) with all road, state taxes, driver allowance, permit & night halt.
Cost Excludes
- Air Fare / Train Fare.
- 5% GOVT Service Tax.
- Any meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes’.
- Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
- Porterage during trekking.
- Ponies / Dollies during trekking.
- Entrance fees during sightseeing.
- Destination Guide.
- Any item of personal nature like Telephone, Tips, Donations at Temples, Extended Stay or Travelling due to any reason.
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses of the clients or any other expenses incurred due to bad weather, road closure, landslides etc. and anything not specified in cost include.
Terms Conditions
- All extras (F & B and any other services) availed by the customer will be on direct payment basis.
- In case of odd number groups, the extra person shall be accommodated in the same room with an extra bed / mattress.
- The above rates are applicable to the Indian Nationals only.
- Any Meals, services not utilized, partly utilized are non refundable.
- Kedarnath ; Triple or Four Sharing basis in a group.
- 5% Govt. Service Taxes are extra
- All the rates are subject to change without prior notice.
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Important Notes
The customer has to bear the proportionate tour cost in case of extended stay or travelling due to any reason. We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight Cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the cost.
