About Chardham Yatra Tour
- Area: Garhwal Himalayas
- Grade: Moderate
- Season: April to June & Sept to Oct
- Nearest Bus/Railway Station/Airport: Dehradun
The four pilgrimage destinations of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, collectively known as Char Dham, are nestled among the calm heights of the mighty Himalayas. These pilgrimage sites attract the greatest number of pilgrims each year, making them the most important religious travel hubs in Northern India. Traditionally, the pilgrimage begins from the West and ends in the East. Thus, the Char Dham Yatra commences from Yamunotri, then proceeding to Gangotri and finally to Kedarnath and Badrinath.
Each of these four websites is dedicated to a different god. Yamunotri is devoted to the Goddess Yamuna, who travels with pilgrims to the scenic Rawai Valley's high heights. A bath in the Yamuna's waters is thought to preserve the devotee from an untimely death. Gangotri is a Hindu pilgrimage site devoted to the Goddess Ganga. The shrine stands on the banks of the River Bhagirathi, another name for the Ganga, which gets its name from the legend of ancient King Bhagirath's penance, which brought her down from heaven.
Kedarnath is a component of the Panch Kedar and is devoted to Lord Shiva. It is the northernmost Jyotirlinga and is located near the Mandakini River's source. Lord Vishnu is honoured in Badrinath. It is located on the Alaknanda River's bank. Lord Vishnu meditated here, according to mythology, while his spouse Lakshmi took the form of a berry (Badri) tree to provide him with shade.
Prior to setting out on this excursion, one must be ready to encounter physical just as mental difficulties on the Himalayan streets. The Char Dham Yatra is one of the very open yet most laborious excursions. The Yatra course in the state is typically clamoring with movement, particularly throughout the mid year. The picturesque excellence of the mountains gravely gives solidarity to the pioneers as they move towards their objective.
Day 1 :
Rishikesh to Yamunotri via Barkot (236 km)Drive early in the morning to leave for yamunotri, the first dham to visit among four dhams, after reaching to dham checkin to hotels for overnight stay.
Day 2 :
Early morning Tour to temple (7 km) Early morning after breakfast track to temple its around 7 km Tour, one can complete it either by Horse or by doli at own cost. After darshan at Yamunotri Temple Back to barkot and travel to Uttarkashi (100 km) overnight stay at hotel at Uttarkashi.
Day 3 :
Uttarkashi to Gangotri via Harshil (100 km/ 3 hrs)Early in the morning after breakfast Leave for temple After Darshan at Gangotri temple drive back to the uttarkashi check in to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 4:
Uttarkashi – Rudraprayag – Kedarnath (175 km- 75 km)After breakfast early in the morning leave for third dham (Kedarnath) that is situated in the lap of Himalayas, Check in to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 5 :
Tourk to kedarnath (14 km)After early breakfast one will start his Tour from hotel to temple either by walk or by pony,After darshan at temple Tour back to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 6 :
Kedarnath – Govindghat – Badrinath (220 km)After early breakfast at hotel drive to the fourth dham (Badrinath), enjoy the beauty of Himalayas, check in to hotel for overnight stay.
Day 7 :
Early Morning Darshan of Badrinath dham.After early breakfast at hotel move to temple for darshan, after darshan drive back to Rishikesh.
How to Reach Chardham Yatra Tour?
There is a various mode to reach Chardham Yatra Tour:
By Air:-
Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, is located about 20 km from the Rishikesh.
By Train:-
Overnight train to Dehradun from Delhi
Nanda Devi Express - Departure 11:50 PM Arrival - 05:40 AM
Dehradun Express - Departure - 09:10 PM Arrival - 05:00 AM
By Bus:-
From Delhi's ISBT Kashmere Gate, regular bus service from Delhi to Dehradun is available. Note: We recommend taking only government buses from ISBT Kashmere Gate.
Inclusions:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on Tour (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Tour equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional Tour Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Transport from Dehradun to Sankri and return (According to itinerary)
8. Mules to carry the central luggage
Exclusions:
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Note:
Normally Shail hikers expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Sankri
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
To book Chardham Yatra Tour/ adventure program please use our online booking form or, alternatively, you can call us on the given for confirmation of tour you have to wire a deposit and initial deposit.
Paying the Tour/ Adventure activity fee:
The fee can be paid by online transfer/check deposit/ demand draft. Instruction for payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
When to Book:
It is wise to make your booking at least two months in advance. However, if you want a good deal on your domestic/international flight, we recommend organising your trip at least five months in advance. (Please contact us if you require a late booking)
Cancellation Policy:
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees.
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.
7. Mules to carry the central luggage
Tourking Gear
1. Ruck sack bag with rain cover. Qty -1
2. Day Pack Bag - Recommended for Tours with summit day
3. Head Torch with spare Batteries. Qty -1
4. U V protection sunglasses. Qty -1
5. Water Bottles: 2 bottles of 1 liter each
Footwear
1. Non-skid, deep treaded, high-ankle Tourking shoes Qty -1
2. Pair of light weight Slipper/Sandals Qty -1
Clothing
1. Quick Dry Warm lower or Track Pants. Qty - 2
2. Full sleeves T-shirts/ Sweatshirts. 1 for every 2 days of Tourking
3. Pair of thick woolen socks. 1 pair for every two days of Tourking
4. Thermal Body warmer Upper & Lower. Qty-1
5. Undergarments. Qty - 1 for every day of Tourking
6. Warm jacket closed at wrist & neck .Qty-1
7. Full sleeves sweater. Qty -1
8. Rain wear ( Jacket & Pants ) . Qty-1
9. Pair of waterproof, warm gloves. Qty-1
10. Woolen cap. Qty-1
11. Sun shielding Hat. Qty -1
Toiletries
1. Personal toiletries kit (Small Towel, Toilet paper, paper soap, Bar soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, cold cream etc.)
2. Sun screen lotion small pack . Qty -1
3. Lip Balm small pack. Qty-1
Utensils
1. Small size, Light weight & Leak proof lunch box. Qty-1
2. Plate. Qty- 1
3. Spoon.Qty-1
4. Tea/Coffee (plastic) Mug.Qty-1
Miscellaneous
1. Camera (Optional)
2. Carry your medicines in plenty in case you have any specific ailment. Consult your doctor before joining the Tour.
3. Dry fruits, Nuts, Chocolate bars (Optional)
Fitness For Tourking
Tips to get fit for Tourking
Experiencing Tour is almost everyone's passion or dream. But before starting or planning for a hike, you must be aware of the during and post-Tour pain of your body. It is essential to be strong enough to enjoy your whole Tour without any disruption of body ache. One book or decide several months before going on a hike, so you have a significant amount of time exercising your body and training it to become flexible for the Tour.
Following are some advantages of training yourself before Tour:
- It fosters aerobic fitness.
- It improves blood circulation and breathing functions as well.
- It makes the heart strong, preventing it from any problem.
- It helps in toning legs.
- Muscles get build-up which is very beneficial.
Therefore, one must do practice to gain all these benefits. It is not only for the Tour but for lifetime fitness also.
Let's have a look at some factors which must be kept in mind to practice before Tour:
Importance of Stretching
It helps the body become flexible and allows you to move your body in any direction you want quickly. It helps make the joints such as shoulders, elbows, hips and knees stronger to prevent any mishappening. It provides much relaxation to your body and relieves the pain. And if you are going on a Tour, it is essential to practice stretching way before your hike. It will help you in moving to the higher altitudes region more efficiently.
Sleep like baby
It is always said that one must sleep like a baby. It means sleep without any worries. This makes you have an adequate amount of sleep which is a significant factor in daily life. So, practice it daily and also before your Tour. Try to make yourself comfortable to sleep at higher altitudes.
Good Shoes-Good Tour
It is so evident that one has to walk and only walk while Tourking, so it is far more essential to have a good pair of Tourking/hiking shoes. Practice walking by wearing your boots before the Tour to make yourself used to them. You may opt for an option to keep an extra pair in your bag while Tour to help yourself in the opposite condition.
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