Up in the misty heights of the majestic Garhwal Himalayas that adorn the magnificent state of Uttranchal, awaits a rejuvenating spiritual experience for the devout. Nestling in the lofty peaks are the four most holy pilgrimages of India-Yamnotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, collectively referred to as the Char Dham (or four pilgrimage centers) of Hinduisms. For centuries, saints and pilgrims, in their search for the divine, have walked these mystical vales known in ancient Hindu scriptures as ' Kedarnath'.
Through these sacred shrines meanders the greatest river of India, Ganga -
the stream of life synonymous with sanctity and splendor that is eternal ,
around which are woven a myriad legends and tales from mythology and history
of India. According to legend, goddess Ganga took the form of a river to
support life on earth and hence is the most venerated diety in Hinduism. The
four dhams receive their holy waters in the form of four streams- Yamuna (in
Yamunotri), Bhagirathi (in gangotri), Mandakni (in Kedarnath), and alaknanda
(in Badrinath).Holy confluences, scenic surroundings, and an aura of spiritual serenity make an ideal abode for the Gods and are a refreshing reward for the pilgrims who visit Uttranchal.
Traditionally, the yatra (or journey) is done from the west to east- starting from Ymunotri, then proceeding to Gangotri and finally to Kedarnath and Badrinath. Although Char Dham are accessible through a network of motorable roads, arduous trails remain in the ancient sanctuaries of faith for a fulfilling experience.
Day 01 : Delhi - Haridwar
Delhi - Haridwar 210kms Overnight at haridwar.
Day 02 -03 : Haridwar - Barkot Haridwar - Barkot -195kms further drive of 32kms to Hanuman Chatti - further 5kms by jeep to Phool Chatti - then trek 7kms to Yamunotri. Two nights stay at Barkot.
Day 04 : Barkot - Harsil
Barkot - Harsil -170kms further drive of 22kms to Gangotri. Over night at Harsil.
Day 05 : Harsil - Guptkashi
Harsil - Guptkashi-290kms further drive 32kms to Gaurikund then trek 14 kms to Kedarnath. Over night at Guptkashi.
Day 06 -08 : Guptkashi - Joshimath
Guptkashi - Joshimath -140kms via Chopta. Then drive 90kms to Badrinath. Two nights stay in Joshimath.
Day 09 : Joshimath - Haridwar
Joshimath - Haridwar 274kms. Over night stay in Haridwar.
Day 10 :
Haridwar to Dlehi
Tour ends.
