The Kedarnath Badrinath Yatra is a pilgrimage to the Hindu temples of Kedarnath and Badrinath in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. It is considered one of the most challenging pilgrimages in India.
Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar
Welcome to Do Dham yatra. Arrive from Delhi Airport / Railway station and drive to Haridwar via Rishikesh and overnight stay at Haridwar hotel.
Day 02:Haridwar – Guptkashi
After Breakfast check out and Drive to Guptkashi and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 03: Guptkashi – Kedarnath
Early morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath Dham. Enjoy Kedarnath Darshan. Stay overnight at Kedarnath.
By Helicopter: Morning our driver will drop you your pre-book Helipad. You can inform the driver about your arrival time whether it will be by helicopter or by trek, so that Driver will be there to pick you up. (Note: helicopter ticket is not included in this package).
By Trek: Morning our driver will transfer you to Sonprayag then you have to take a local jeep for Gaurikund & then your trek starts for Kedarnath Ji. After darshan, you follow the same & return to Sonpraag. There is a big parking issue so the driver will go back to another palace if his contact no. is not working then you have to arrange another taxi or wait for your driver.
Kedarnath: 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. 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 ransom. 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.
Kedarnath Weather: – Due to its high elevation, the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for the most part of the year. Summer here is cool and agreeable while winter is severe. During the summer season, the temperature varies around 20°Celsius. Light woolen wear is recommended. The Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with the mercury falling to as low as 0°Celsius. During this time the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme chilly climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.
Day 04: Kedarnath – Guptkashi
The morning after darshan, return to Guptkashi, by Track or helicopter. Stay overnight at a hotel.
Day 05: Guptkashi – Badrinath
The morning after breakfast, move to Badrinath. Check in to the hotel arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims after having a bath in the Tapt Kund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening. Brahma Kapal is important for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spots like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Mata Murti, Charan Paduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinath Ji. Stay overnight at Badrinath.
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 and beautiful waterfall. This place is 5 km. from Badrinath out of which 2 km. is motor-able up to Mana.
Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a heavy 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 appeared in the Mahabharata and the Qur’anic commentaries.
Badrinath Weather: The maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are hence required for a stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Winter in Badrinath is often accompanied by snowfalls. Winter is very chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius. Due to the extreme chilly climatic conditions of weather, this time is usually closed for tourists.
Day 06: Badrinath– Rishikesh
After breakfast, I moved to Rishikesh Rishikesh: Named after Lord Vishnu, Rishikesh is a spiritual city for Hindus. Located in the foothills of the Himalayas in northern India it is also known as the yoga center of the world and is home to many world-renowned ashrams. Rishikesh styles itself as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, with masses of ashrams and all kinds of yoga and meditation classes. The fast-flowing Ganges is surrounded by forested hills inside the city. Apart from temples and ashrams, Rishikesh is now a popular white-water Rafting center visit point, backpacker hang-out, and gateway to treks in the Himalayas.one night halt .
Day 07: RISHIKESH – HARIDWAR – DELHI (230KMS/7HR)
Drive back to Delhi . On Arr. Delhi, transfer to Railway Station / Airport.
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