DO DHAM YATRA - Badri Kedar

Upon arrival at Haridwar Railway Station, our tour representative will be there to assist you with the transfer to Guptkashi. Once you reach Guptkashi, check-in at the hotel and proceed with a medical check-up before commencing the trek. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Guptkashi serves as an ideal resting point for those en route to Kedarnath. Here, you’ll discover two ancient temples—the Vishwanath Temple and the Ardhnareshwar Temple. Take the opportunity to explore these sacred sites and immerse yourself in the tranquil ambiance against the backdrop of the majestic Chaukhamba Mountains, adorned with snow-capped peaks. Conclude your day with a delicious dinner and enjoy an overnight stay in Guptkashi.

After an early morning breakfast, finalize the check-out procedures and embark on a drive to Sonprayag, which serves as the starting point for your 20 km trek to Kedarnath. Optionally, you can arrange for a palanquin (palki) or pony for the trek (Cost Excluded). Along the way, you’ll encounter the majestic River Mandakini, a significant tributary of the holy Ganges, originating from Kedarnath and flowing through Gaurikund. The air is filled with the resounding chants of ‘Jai Bhole Nath,’ echoing the reverence for Lord Shiva. Upon reaching Kedarnath, settle into the Camps/Lodges for accommodation. Conclude your day with a hearty dinner and spend the night at the Camps/Lodges, immersed in the serene surroundings of Kedarnath.

Today, leave your beds early in the morning, preferably before dawn. Take a bath and visit the Kedarnath Temple to attend the ‘Abhishek’ ceremony at 04:45 am. Enter the Garbha Griha to bow down in front of the idol and seek the blessings from Lord Shiva. After darshan and puja, come back to the Camps / Lodges. Later on, start the 20 km trek back to Sonprayag from Kedarnath. Vehicles are waiting for you at the Sonprayag Car Parking. Start your return journey to the Guptkashi. Have a sumptuous dinner in the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel in Guptkashi.

Begin day 4 with a satisfying breakfast and complete the check-out procedures. Embark on your journey to Badrinath via Joshimath, taking in the scenic beauty along the route. Upon arrival in Badrinath, check-in at the hotel and take some time to unwind. Treat yourself to refreshments to rejuvenate after the journey. Badrinath holds immense significance as a crucial destination on the Char Dham Yatra circuit of Uttarakhand, dedicated to Lord Vishnu. In the evening, head to the revered Badrinath Temple. Along the way, make a stop at Tapt Kund, a natural hot spring, for a purifying bath. Proceed to the Badrinath Temple, one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu and a revered site for Vaishnavites. Seek blessings in the divine ambiance and spend some tranquil moments in reverence. Conclude the day with a sumptuous dinner and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Badrinath, surrounded by the divine aura of the sacred town.

On the 5th day, prepare yourself for an early morning visit to the Badrinath Temple to offer your prayers. After the darshan, return to the hotel for a hearty breakfast. Following breakfast, set out from the hotel for a day of sightseeing. Your first stop will be Mana Village, inhabited by the Indo-Mongolian tribe, and renowned as the last village on the Indo-Tibetan border. Next, visit Vyas Gufa, the ancient cave where Sage Vyas is said to have resided while composing the four Vedas. Then, explore Ganesh Gufa, the cave where Lord Ganesha is believed to have transcribed the Mahabharata, the Hindu epic. Finally, visit Mata Murti Temple, located on the banks of River Alaknanda, dedicated to Mata Murti, the mother of Nara and Narayana. Following the sightseeing tour, embark on the journey to Rudraprayag. En route, make a stop at Karnaprayag, where the rivers Pindar and Alaknanda merge, forming one of the Panch Prayag of River Alaknanda. Continue the journey to Rudraprayag, a sacred town situated at the confluence of Rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel in Rudraprayag. The remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. You can choose to spend some peaceful moments by the riverside or explore the charming streets of the city. Conclude the day with a delightful dinner and enjoy an overnight stay at the hotel in Rudraprayag.

After enjoying an early morning breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to the spiritual city of Rishikesh, nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas and renowned as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’. Upon arrival in Rishikesh, explore two iconic attractions: Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula, both remarkable iron suspension bridges steeped in mythological significance. Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula not only offer breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape but also hold deep spiritual importance. Take your time to soak in the serene ambiance and immerse yourself in the spiritual aura of these sacred landmarks. Later, our team will assist you with a transfer to the Haridwar Railway Station for your onward journey, concluding your enriching pilgrimage experience.