Upon arrival our representative will meet you after that you can proceed your journey, you will be escorted your hotel. Afterwards, process by road to Barkot, located on the foot of Yamunotri. Proceed to Rishikesh/Dehradun for Yatra Registration. After registration proceed Drive via Mussoorie and visit Kempt Falls on the way. On arrival at Kharsali, check-in to your hotel/camp. Rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad (hiII) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Night stay at hotel.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, proceed to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can be offered to DivyaShila, after taking bath in JamunabaiKund’s warm water and having “Darshan” of pious “Yamunaji” returning to Jankichatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel in Barkot. Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund. DivyaShila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple. Pony/doli (by own). (Approximate charges for both ways by horse would be ‘800/- to ‘1,200/- and doli ‘2,500/- to 3,500/- Approx). Return to Barkot. Overnight stay.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel proceed to Uttarkashi after reach check in the hotel and rest evening time visit Vishwanath Temple. Then back to hotel and rest. Uttarkashi: Situated at the bank of river Bhagirathi. The temple of Lord Vishwanath is located here where a massive iron trident is erected.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts.), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After reach Gangotri Darshan and enjoy the moment at there. Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi. Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases. Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, check out from the hotel proceed to Guptkashi. Enroute you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini River comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi. After reach check in at the Hotel, evening visit ArdhNarishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel Guptkashi (kalimath Band). The name GuptKashi means “Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shiv ji first concealed himself at GuptKashi, 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 GuptKashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through GuptKashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter.
Early hours proceed to Sonprayag (4 Kms.) then to Gaurikund (5 Kms.) by Govt. Jeep and later Proceed to Kedarnath(3584 mts) and (17 Kms.) by pony/Doli. After Darshan/Pooja at Temple, return to Rampur. Overnight stay.
Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull. On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as PanchKedar.
Pilgrims going by Helicopter: Early morning proceed to Sirsi / Phata / Guptakashi Helipad to Kedarnath Helipad. Later, proceed to Kedarnath Temple by walk (1 Km.). After Darshan / Pooja at Temple, return to Helipad to board the Helicopter back to Rampur. Then back to Overnight stay.
Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath
Optional: You can take Helicopter tickets for Kedarnath to avoid the Trek (10,000/- p.p. approx)
After breakfast enjoy leisure, Proceed to Pipalkoti after reach check in the hotel Overnight stay at the hotel and rest.
After Breakfast Departure to Badrinath (80 kms). After reach process to visit places like, 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”. TaptKund: Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple. NaradKund: A recess in the river, near TaptKund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered. BrahamaKapal: A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform propitiating 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 Badrinath ji. Other important temples include SeshNetra 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 motor able up to Mana. BhimPul: 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. Visit evening if time permit enjoy Arti and temple Darshan, then back to hotel for Overnight stay.
Morning after Darshan of Shri Badrinath Ji, And Perform PindPradanamAt Bram Kapal And drive to Srinagar (190 Kms). Upon arrival, check into hotel. Overnight stay.
Departure to Haridwar via Rishikesh (100Kms). Later proceed to Rishikesh here you can visit LakshmanJhula, the famous hanging bridge across Ganga, is about 3 km from the main township of Rishikesh. It is 450 feet long and is situated at a height of 70 feet from the river, Ram Jhula is Just 2 km ahead downstream, at Muni-ki-Roti, is another suspension bridge built later connecting the areas of Shivanand Ashram on the east bank and Swargashram on the west, Muni Ki Roti and TriveniGhat& Have Holy bath in Ganges and Aarti in the Ganges at Har-Ki-Pauri in the evening. After that drop at railway station for further journey.