Teen Dham Yatra Gangotri-Kedarnath-Badrinath Ex Haridwar

(6 Night – 7 Days Tour) Starts From Haridwar.

Itinerary: Utterkashi (2N) - Guptkashi (2N) – Badrinath (1N) - Rudraprayag (1N)

Day 01: Haridwar - Uttarkashi
Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Vishwanath Temple & Others. Check in Hotel. Rest day at leisure. Night Halt. Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams and temples and also to the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. The name of the town reflects its similarity to and location (as north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, town of Uttarkashi is situated on the Ganges, lies next to a hill named Varun Parvat, on confluence of two rivers Varuna and Asi, has a ghat called Manikarnika Ghat and has a temple dedicated to Shiva (Kashi Vishwanath Temple) in the center of the town.

Vishwanath temple - Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti at morning and evening arti offered. As per Skunda Puran. Uttarkashi is known as ‘Saumya Varanasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

Shakti temple - Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom.Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga (Shakti), hence

Day 02: Uttarkashi - Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Early morning drive to Gangotri, enroute at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for it nature beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees, and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Return back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

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.

Day 03: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi
Drive straight 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. 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 Kedarnat 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 (across the valley), where it stays for the winter.

Day 04: Guptkashi/sitapur – Kedarnath – Guptkashi/sitapur
After medical check-up proceed to Gaurikund, Trek start from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (3584 mts) by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes..Visit Kedarnath Temple. freshening up, perform Pooja and also Darshan at Shri Kedarnathji & back to guptkashi. Overnight stay.

The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas 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 r! emaining 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 Panch Kedar.

Day 05: Guptkashi to Badrinath Via Ukhimath & Chopta
Early morning, after breakfast trek up to Ukhimath & Chopta. en-route visit Joshimath, (Narsimha Temple, Sankaracharaya Math) In evening Further drive to badrinath. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 6: Badrinath - Rudraprayag
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 to Rudraprayag. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay.

Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four 'Maths' established by Adi Shankaracharya, Joshimath is the winter seat of Badrinath. The idol is brought down to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to worship. There are many other temples in the township. The most important is the temple of Nar Singh with the idol of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity is getting destroyed with time and the popular belief holds that the day the arm completely withers Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the residence into the neighboring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri.

Day 7: Rudraprayag –Haridwar via Rishikesh
After breakfast drive to Haridwar en-route visit Deoprayag, Rishikesh (Ram Jhula & Laxman Jhula, Gita Mandir).After sightseeing proceed to Haridwar. Overnight stay in Haridwar Drive to Haridwar, 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

Tour End

HOTELS ENVISAGED IN ABOVE PACKAGE:

CATEGORY STANDARD DELUXE LUXURY
Uttarkashi HOTEL SHIV OM/ HOTEL GANGA PUTARA/HAMIMA RESORT /SIMILAR EKANT RESORT/ BHAGART HI RESIDENCY/HOTEL MAHIMA RESORT/ FIVE ELEMANT/SIMILAR SHIVLINGA/ HOTEL AAKASH GANGA/SIMILAR
Guptkashi-Sitapur HOTEL RAJHANS/ KEDAR PLACE/ HOTEL JAGAT RAJ/NOTI YAL SADAN/SI MILAR HOTEL JAGAT RAJ/HOTEL GIRIRAJ/ HOTEL J.P.PLACE/ SIMILAR SHIVALIK VELLY RESORT/ GHUGUTI RESORT/ SIMILAR
Badrinath PADASHREE GUEST HOUSE/ JANKI GUEST HOUSE/SIMILAR HOTEL SHANKAR SHREE /HOTEL YOGA/ HOTEL DWARIADHES/ PATALIPUAR/SIMILAR HOTEL SNOW CREAST/ SAROVER PORTICO/ NARYANA PLACE /SIMILAR
Rudraprayag HOTEL PUSHPDEEP/ HOTEL SANGRILA/ Hotel SUGANDHA/ HOTEL ARADHNA/ SIMILAR HOTEL PUSP DEEP (A.C)/ HOTEL SANGRIL A RESORT/ BALBIR PALACE/ SIMIL AR HOTEL MONAL RESORT /SACHIN INTERNATION AL/ SIMILAR


PRICE PER PERSON:

Category Standard Deluxe Luxury
02 Pax 20100 INR (Indigo) 22500 INR (Indigo) 35000 INR (Innova)
04 Pax 14200 INR (Indigo) 18900 INR (Tavera) 25100 INR (Innova)
06 Pax 13100 INR (Tavera) 17200 INR (Innova) 21800 INR (Innova)
08 Pax 15000 INR (Tempo) 18250 INR (Tempo Push Back) 22900 INR (Tempo Push Back)
10 Pax 13750 INR (Tempo) 16750 INR (Tempo Push Back) 21500 INR (Tempo Push Back)
12 Pax 12750 INR (Tempo) 15700 INR (Tempo Push Back) 20500 INR (Tempo Push Back)
Extra Bed 70% of Package Rate per Person 70% of Package Rate per Person 70% of Package Rate per Person
Child without Bed 50% of Package Rate per Person 50% of Package Rate per Person 50% of Package Rate per Person
14Pax and more ON REQUEST ON REQUEST ON REQUEST

Note : These rates are not applicable for high season.


PACKAGE INCLUSIONS PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS
  • Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on Twin or Double Sharing as per your preferences.
  • Inclusive of transport services for 6 Nights & 7 Days. (Ex Haridwar)
  • All Breakfast & Dinner.
  • All point to point sight-seeing as per given program possible in time frame.
  • Transportation from Haridwar to Haridwar (for the designated meeting point). –Haridwar and vice versa, AC will not run in the hills.
  • All toll, tax, parking and driver allowances are included.

GST as Applicable. Accommodation and meals in Kedarnath Ji will be on direct payment, Any International or Domestic Air or Rail Tickets, Rest All Meals, Table drinks, laundry, porter, pony / Palaki, tips, camera fee, ropeway charges, entrance charges, travel / personal health 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 included.

Helicopter Tickets from Phata-Kedarnath –Phata @ 8500 + GST INR Extra


NOTE

  • Sitting arrangements in BUS will be on rotation basis. Your Tour Escort will guide you for this and we need to cooperate with him. Applicable on Min 25 Persons.
  • Passenger those are not willing to trek will opt helicopter services from Phata to Kedarnath and return.
  • 100% Amount will be deposit before start the tour.
  • Charges for AC / Heater will be extra and as per hotel to hotel basis.
  • Vehicles are on Disposal from pre advised meeting point in Delhi or Haridwar.
  • Vehicle Charges are inclusive of all toll taxes / parking and driver allowance.