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ITINERARY

Fixed Departure Dates - May - 18, 21, 25, 28 and June - 2, 6, 10


Day 1: Delhi - Haridwar (225Kms. / 6-7 Hrs. Drive)

Pick up from Airport/Railway station New Delhi. On arrival at Haridwar, attend evening Ganga Arti.There will be Chardham briefing and presentation. Dinner & overnight stay at Haridwar.

Day 2: Haridwar - Syanachatti (210kms / 7 hrs)

There will be early departure after breakfast for Barkot / Chami by 7:30 am. En-Route Lunch at Mussoorie (Optional). En-Route Sightseeing of Mussoorie, Kempty Falls & Lakhamandal (Historical Place related to Mahabharata Times). Dinner & overnight stay at Syanachatti.

Day 3: Syanachatti – Yamunotri - Syanachatti (15kms / 1hrs + Round Trip Trek of 12 Kms. / 5 Hrs.)

At 5.30am, with light breakfast start yatra to Yamunotri and after reaching Jankichatti you have to go ahead by foot. Here, one can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapkund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Near the temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, after taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warm water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji". Return to Syanachatti, Dinner & overnight stay at Syanachatti.

Day 4: Syanachatti – Harsil (169 Kms./ 8 Hrs.)

After taking breakfast drive to Harisil via “Uttarkashi” visit local sightseeing Kashi Vishwanath Temple, which is one of the most ancient temple of lord Shiva. Two other very important temples are located in the Chowk area. These are the Annapurna Temple and the Bhairav Temple. On Arrival check in at Harsil, you are fully free for leisure & local attractions in evening. Dinner & overnight stay at Harsil.

Day 5: Harsil - Gangotri –Uttarkashi (123 Kms./7-8 Hrs.)

At 7am, after breakfast leave for Gangotri early in the morning. Gangotri, according to mythology is the second stopover of Char Dham. Gangotri temple is an 18th Century temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is located near a sacred stone where king Bhagirath worshiped Lord Shiva; Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. Accordingly to another legend, Pandavas performed the great "Deva Yagna" here to a tone the death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. On arrival at Gangotri, offer prayers & Pooja Darshan. Later we drive back to Uttarkashi, en route visit Gangnani. Further up on way to Gangotri, is the hot water spring at Gangnani, where one can have refreshing bath in the kund called Rishikund. There is a temple near the kund dedicated to the Sage Parashar, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas. Maggi & Tea/ Coffee can be refreshing snacks at this stopover. Ganganai offers good panoramic view. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi Hotel.

Day 6: Uttarkashi – Rudraprayag/Guptkashi (250 Kms. / 9-10 Hrs.)

At 6am, with packed breakfast, leave early in the morning for almost a day long drive. On your drive you would pass through Ganga giving way to Tehri Dam (The Electro Hydro Project). Tehri Dam (The Electro Hydro Project) & Rudraprayag (Confluence of River Alaknanda & Mandakini). Dinner and overnight stay at Rudraprayag/Guptkashi.

Day 7: Rudraprayag/Guptkashi - Kedarnath (74kms/4hrs or 32 Kms / 2 Hrs. - 14 Kms. trekking to way)

At 7am, after breakfast leave by vehicle for Gaurikund and from their join other pilgrims for a 14 kms long trek of Kedarnath. Kedarnath, which is third stopover of Char Dham. The present temple built in 8th Century A.D. by Adi Guru Shankaracharya lies adjacent to the site of an ancient temple built by Pandavas. The temple has a conical lingam - the main idol, a statue of Nandi - the celestial bull, a 'Garba Grah' for worship and a mandap for assemblies of pilgrims and visitors. The temple is more than 1000 years old. En route packed lunch served at Rambada. On reaching Kedarnath, meet our representative at Kedarnath. Our representative would lead you to hotel & guide you through other logistics at these high altitude destinations. Evening darshan and Pooja at Kedarnath Temple. Overnight stay at Kedarnath hotel.

Day 8: Kedarnath – Guptkashi/Rudraprayag (14kms Trekking down & 32kms/2hrs Guptkashi or 74kms/4hrs Rudraprayag by Car )

Early morning Mahabhishek Darshan pooja. At 7am, after breakfast begin your downwards journey of 14 kms trek to Gaurikund. Pick car/Bus from Gaurikund and drives to Guptkashi or Rudraprayag. Today's Sightseeing includes - Aardh Nareshwar Mahadev Temple, Guptkashi. Dinner & overnight Stay at Guptkashi/Rudraprayag.

Day 9: Guptkashi/Rudraprayag - Badrinatht (210kms/8hrs or 158kms/7hrs drive)

At 8am, after breakfast drive to Badrinath, via Joshimath. Today's Sightseeing includes - Joshimath, Sankaracharya Math, Narsimha temple, Bridh Badri & Vishnu Prayag, Karnprayag,Nandprayag, Yogdhyan Badri darshan, Pandukeshwar. Dinner & overnight stay at Badrianth.

Day 10: Badrinath - Srinagar(198kms/hrs )

After breakfast drive to Srinagar. Overnight stay.

Day 11: Srinagar – Haridwar (125 Kms – 4 Hrs.)

At 7am, Morning after breakfast drive for Rishikesh. River rafting option from Brahmpuri to Rishikesh. Local sightseeing at Rishikesh & Evening Arti Pooja at Parmath Niketan, Niketan Ghat at Rishikesh. Overnight stay at Haridwar hotel.

Day 12: Haridwar to Delhi. (245 kms/7Hrs )

In morning after breakfast, drive towards Delhi. Drop at New Delhi Airport/station.

Rates on per person basis across different room categories & no. of people traveling:


30th Oct'12
Type Per Person Extra Child Extra Adult
Economy Rs.18399 Rs.9549 Rs.14549
Deluxe Rs.25749 Rs.12549 Rs.20049
Luxury Rs.27849 Rs.15049 Rs.22549

Hotels for the Stay:


Destination Luxury Deluxe Economy
Haridwar Hotel Godwin or Similar Bhaj Govindam or Similar New Panchkula Bhavan or Similar
Chami /Barkot Kalindi Resort & Spa or Similar Kalindi Resort & Spa or Similar Himdarshan /Karn Palace/Dipin Guest House or Similar
Barkot/Syanachatti Yamunotri Camp Resort or Similar Hotel New Dipin or Similar Himdarshan /Karn Palace/Dipin Guest House or Similar
Harsil Himgiri Cottage or Similar Himgiri Cottage or Similar Hotel Vasundhara /Hotel Mansarovar or Similar
Uttarkashi Kalindi Kunj / Hotel 5 Element or Similar Kalindi Kunj / Hotel 5 Element or Similar Hotel Vasundhara / Hotel Mansarovar or Similar
Guptkashi / R - Prayag Kedar kamp Resort or Similar Kedar kamp Resort or Similar Bhatt Resort or Similar
Kedarnath Rajasthan House or Similar Rajasthan House or Similar Rajasthan House or Similar
Pipalkothi/ R - Prayag Le Meadows / Similar A/C Le Meadows Deluxe or Similar Bhatt Resort or Similar
Badrinath Sarovar Portico /Snow Crest or Similar Hotel Janki /Dwarikesh or Similar Krishna Pranami or Similar
Rudra Prayag/Srinagar Monal Resort / Riverside Resort/IVY Top Resort or Similar Monal Resort / Riverside Resort/IVY Top Resort or Similar Bhatt Resort / Krishna /Shanti Kunj or Similar
Rishikesh / Haridwar Divine Resort / Hotel Ganga Kinare or Similar Divine Resort / Rishab Resort or Similar New Panchkula Bhavan or Similar

Chardham Yatra

Delhi - Haridwar – Yamunotri – Gangotri – Kedarnath – Badrinath – Haridwar - Delhi

11 Nights / 12 Days package per person

18399/-

PACKAGE COST INCLUDES

  • Accommodation in Hotel / Camps.
  • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • All Transfers & Sightseeing as per itinerary.
  • All prevailing applicable taxes.
  • Price mentioned is for a person for 11 nights / 12 days.
  • Minimum 6 PAX traveling together.
  • Book now and Stay anytime till 30th October 2012.

PACKAGE COST EXCLUDES

  • Personal Expenses such as Telephone, Tips, Laundry, Liquor, Donations at Temples, Extended Stay or Travelling due to any reasons.
  • Air/Train fare, Entrance fees during sightseeing, Destination guide and Porterage during trekking & Ponies / Dollies during trekking.
  • Any other things that is not included in the “Package Cost Includes” Column.
  • Still Cameras, Home Video Cameras inside the Temple.
  • 3.09% service taxes extra.

POINTS TO BE NOTED

  • Helicopter Service - Rs 7500/- both way
  • Abhishekam - Kedarnath - 3500/- for 4pax & Badrinath – 5500/- for 2pax.(or Geeta Path – 1100 for 2pax).
  • Pony for Yamunotri – 1200/- per head approx & Palki - 3500/- per head approx. both way.
  • 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.
  • In Kedarnath basic accommodation.
  • Still Cameras, Home Video Cameras are allowed in the Himalayas.
  • Please carry BSNL or Reliance numbers as they have good connectivity.
  • Clothing’s for both extremes of climate and temperature.
  • One oxygen cylinder on rental ( Rs 50) Per day with mask will be provided, if required.