Duration of the Tour: 25 Nights/26Days
Places to visit: New Delhi – Haridwar - Jankichatti – Yamunotri – Jankichatti – Uttarkashi - Harsil - Gangotri – Uttarkashi – Guptkashi – Kedarnath - Birhi - Badrinath – Joshimath- Kirtinagar – Rishikesh - Delhi – Amritsar - Jammu - Srinagar – Sonmarg – Amranath Yatra- Sonmarg – Srinagar – Gulmarg – Pahalgam – Srinagar - Delhi – Departure for home..!!

Day 1 | New Delhi 
Arrive at the international airport, New Delhi. Our representative will meet you on the airport. Get transferred to your pre booked hotel. Check in at the hotel and get fresh. Rest of the day will be at ease and for leisure activities. In the evening get ready for an evening sightseeing of Delhi. You will see how Delhi looks in night. I am sure you enjoy it. Come back to the hotel for night stay.

Day 2, 3 & 4| New Delhi – Haridwar (by Road 200kms approx in 5hrs)
Early morning get driven to Haridwar, one of the pilgrimages in India . Check in at a pre booked hotel and relax for few hours. Then you can optional go to Rishikesh which is around 10-12 kms from Haridwar. You can enjoy many adventurous and water sports here like Water Rafting, Trekking, Cliff Jumping, Camping etc. Rishikesh is also a world capital of Yoga. You can get Yoga sessions here. Come back to Haridwar and attend the Grand Aarti at Har Ki Paudi. Stay overnight at the hotel. 
 
Day 05| Haridwar / Jankichatti 184 kms / 08 hrs:
After breakfast proceed to Jankichatti. Drive through Kempty fall and Lakhamandal, Archeology Of Survey protected site (5kms from main road), visit the ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Post darshan drive to your onward destination Barkot. Dinner and night stay.

Today's Route – Haridwar/ Barkot 184 kms Haridwar ---- 55 kms ---- Dehradoon ---- 35 kms ---- Mussorie* – Kempty Falls ---- 27 kms ---- Yamuna Bridge ---- 55 kms ---- Lakhamandal ---- Naugaon ---- 12 kms ----Route Remark –Mussorie – On the outskirts of Mussorie, away from summer hill station rush, enroute stopover for refreshments & washroom.

Today’s Sight -Lakhamandal - is a large village on the banks of Yamuna, known for its temple ruins. The ruins at Lakhamandal give an indication that in the past it must have been a major temple town. Many believe that Lakhamandal is the same Lakhshagriha described in Mahabharata. Kaurava Prince Duryodhana had built a palace made of lac, in which he tried to burn the Pandavas alive. The villagers believe that there is a secret passage that emerges few kilometers downstream today in the center of the village there is a Temple dedicated to Bhagwati and Lord Shiva. In the temple complex stand two life size stone statues of Jay and Vijay. Perhaps they are the Dwarpals of a much older temple standing at the gates of heaven. But most of the villagers believe the statues to be that of Bhima and Arjuna.

Day 06: Jankichatti /Yamunotri/Jankichatti (38kms/2hrs &7kms drive local taxi 45/01hrs /5kms/3hrs On foot): 
Morning drive 45 kms drive (38km/2hrs by bus/car & 7kms/45mnt) up to Jankichatti and 05 kms on foot for Yamunotri. Here, one can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Here near the temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, after taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Hanumanchatti and return back to Barkot. O/N stay at Barkot.

Today's Route – Barkot ---- 25 kms ---- Ranachatti ---- 13 kms ---- Hanumanchatti ---- 6 kms ---- Phoolchatti ---- 01 km ---- Janakichatti – 5 kms trek – Yamunotri & Return.

Today's Sight - Yamunotri, First of The Chardham: Yamunotri temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Yamunotri is the source of revered river Yamuna which originates from the Champasar Glacier lying 1 Km. Ahead of the shrine situated at an elevation of 3235 mts above sea level. The approach is extremely difficult and pilgrims therefore offer Pooja at the temple itself. Yamunotri was the home of an ancient sage Asit Muni. Yamuna is the daughter of the Sun just like Yama who is considered his son. It is believed that Yama would not torment any person at the time of death who bathes in Yamuna, his sisterSurya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple. 
 
Day 07: Jankichatti / Uttarkashi 120 Kms / 04-05 hrs: 
After breakfast leave for Uttarkashi. Evening free for leisure & local attractions. Dinner & O/N stay Uttarkashi.

Today's Route - BARKOT---- [55] ---- DHARASU ---- [28] ---- UTTARKASHI
Route Remark – A short drive relatively, Dharasu is an ideal Tea – Break midway, the route does not have good washroom facility.

Today's Sight – Uttarkashi - Uttarkashi is a small and beautiful town, situated between two rivers: Varuna and Ashi, whose waterflow into the Bhagirathi from either side of the town. Elevated, at a height of 1588 metres, this little town is very similar to Kashi and Varanasi , in that it has the same kind of temples and ghats and likewise, a north or'uttar' facing river. The major temple is the Vishwanath Temple , dedicated to Lord Shiva. Two other very important temples are located in the Chowk area. These are the Annapurna Temple and the Bhairav Temple.

Once, it is said, there were 365 temples here. Hiuen Tsang referred to this place as Brahma Pura, while the Skanda Puran has recorded it as Varunavata. It is believed that in the second millennium of Kaliyug, Kashi will be submerged, and Uttarkashi will replace it as an important religious centre.

Other important sights – Kuleti Devi Temple - Located on another bank, farther away from the town, this temple was constructed on a very old site, but appears to be new. Its priest, the latest from a family of priests spanning fourteen generations, tells an interesting story:The Maharaja of Kota (in Rajasthan), lost a bag of money while on a pilgrimage to Gangotri. Thus, unable to meet the required expenses, he returned to Uttarkashi where he prayed for deliverance from his troubles at the Vishwanath.Temple, promising to marry off his only daughter to any suitable boy from the village, should his bag be found.The bag was found by the priest, inside the temple, and with all the money intact. The delighted Maharaja then requested the priest to arrange a suitable match for his daughter. In due course, the Rajkumari was married to a boy chosen by the priest of the Vishwanath Temple. But she was very unhappy because marriage would take her away from her family deity Kuteti Devi, whom she had always worshipped. So husband and wife together, prayed to the goddess to help them. Kuteti Devi appeared in their dreams and informed them that she would be present in their fields, in the shape of a stone. The Rajkumari and her husband, discovered 3 stones with a heavenly aroma, and the Kuteti Devi Temple was erected on the exact spot where these stones were found.

Day 08| Uttarkashi/ Harsil / Gangotri / Uttarkashi 100 Kms / 04-05 hrs:
With packed breakfast & On Board Tea/ Coffee leave for Gangotri early in the morning. En route stopover at Gangnani, a hot water spring. Post offering prayers & pooja darshan. Post lunch drive back to Uttarkashi, en route visit Gangnani. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.Today's Route – UTTARKASHI ---- [46] ---- GANGNANI ---- [23] ---- HARSIL ---- [23] ----GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI.

Route Remarks – Gangnani is the hot water spring & good stopover. Maggi & Tea/ Coffee have emerged as big food at this stopover. Ganganai offers good panoramic view.

Today's Sight -Gangotri, IInd of Chardham: Gangotri temple is 18th Century temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is located near a sacred stone where king Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. Accordingly to another legend, Pandavas performed the great "Deva Yagna" here to atone the death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. Gangnani: Further up on way to Gangotri, is the hot water spring at Gangnani, where one can have refreshing bath in the kund called Rishikund. There is a temple near the kund dedicated to the Sage Parashar, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas.

Day 09| Uttarkashi / Guptkashi – 139 kms:
Leave very early in the morning for almost day long drive to Guptkashi. Enroute, Breakfast at Charangikhal, the most beautiful & scenic drive of your journey so far. Continue your journey . On your drive after Charangi Khal, you would pass through Ganga giving way to Tehri Dam (The Electro Hydro Project). With bit of rest continue your journey to Guptkashi.

Today's Route – UTTARKASHI ---- [21] ---- CHARANGIKHAL ---- [34] ---- LAMBAGAON ---- [40] ---- PEEPALDALI ---- [30] ---- MALETHA ---- [4] ---- KIRTINAGAR ---- [4] ---- SRINAGAR ---- [6] ---- SRIKOT .RUDRAPRAYAG ---- [46] ---- GUPTKASHI.

Today's Sight – Guptkashi - Guptkashi has a great importance quite like that of Kashi. The ancient Vishwanath temple, Ardhnareshwar temple and Manikarnik Kund, where the two streams of Ganga and Yamuna are believed to meet, are the main places of attraction in Guptkashi.It is believed that after the battle of Mahabharata, the Pandavas wanted to meet Lord Shiva and seek his blessing. But Lord Shiva evaded from Guptkasi to Kedarnath as he did not want to meet the Pandavas, the reason being that although they had fought for the right cause, they were also responsible for destroying their own dynasty. Guptkashi is situated at an elevation of 1319 mts. The one Stupa is situated in Nala which is quite close to Ukhimath. Some local people call it the grave of Rana Nal.03 kms from Guptkashi, the remains of Ramgarh (in Ronitpur) still seem to echo the love between Lord Krishna's son Anniruddha and Vanasur's daughter Usha. 
 
Day10 |Guptkashi/Kedarnath
Breakfast; leave by vehicle for Gaurikund and from their Board a Helicopter to avoid 14 kms trek of darnath. On reaching Kedarnath, meet our representative at Kedarnath. Our representative would lead you to hotel & guide you through other logistics at these high altitude destinations. Evening darshan and Pooja at Kedarnath Temple . O/N stay at Kedarnath.Route Remarks - Ideal stopover is at Rambara for Lunch, take a break at Garudchati to meet the sage, who lives here 12 months facing even extreme weather conditions.

Today's Sight – Kedarnath Temple, IIIrd of Chardham: The present temple built in 8th Century A.D. by Adi Guru Shankaracharya lies adjacent to the site of an ancient temple built by Pandavas. The temple has a conical lingam - the main idol, a statue of Nandi - the celestial bull, a 'Garba Grah' for worship and a man dap for assemblies of pilgrims and visitors. The temple is more than 1000 years old. Other Important Sights – Shankaracharya Samadhi: The Samadhi of Adi Guru Shankaracharya is located just behind the Kedarnath temple. It is said that after establishing four sacred Dhams in India , he went into his Samadhi at an early age of 32 years. The lake fascinates the visitors. Bhaironath temple: About half a kilometer away from Kedarnathji, a small temple is dedicated to Bhaironath. It is worshipped on the opening and closing day of Sri Kedarnath Shrine. Ii is believed that when Kedarnathji temple is closed. Bhaironathji protects this land from evil.

Day 11| Kedarnath / Birhi 14 kms trek / 150 kms Drive/6 -7hrs:
After breakfast board your Helicopter for Gaurikund and drives 38 km to reach Guptkashi. En route optional visit to Triyugi Narayan a sacred place (14km/1hrs extra from main road).O/N stay at Birhi.

Today's Route - Kedarnath ---- [14 kms trek] ---- Gaurikund ---- [32]– Guptkashi ---- [42] ---- Rudraprayag ---- [76] ---- Birhi
Route Remarks – On your arrival at Gaurikund, you have an option of leaving for Triyugi Narayan

Today's Sight - Triyugi Narayan: About 14 kms, on the main road, Sonprayag a place where marriage of Lord Shiva & Parvati (Gauri). Lard Vaman Avtar Lord Vishnu) temple and Surya kund & Yagya Mandap.

Day 12| Birhi / Badrinath 84 kms / 05 hrs:
Morning after breakfast drive for Badrinath.En-route visit Chopta beautiful medical forest and nice view of Himalayas Evening Darshan & Pooja at Badrinath temple. O/N stay at Badrinath.
Today's Route – Birhi – [6] – Peepalkothi – [32] – Joshimath - [21] – Govindghat – [23] – Badrinath.

Route Remarks – Once again, two en route stopovers are proposed namely, Birhi & Joshimath.Today's Sight - Badrinath, 4th Dham of Uttarakhand's Chardham & only original Chardham as proposed by Adi Guru Shankaracharya: Arti at Badrinath. Cradled in the twin Mountain ranges of Nar and Narayan is the holiest of the four main shrines - Badrinath along the left bank of river Alaknanda with the towering Neelkantha Peaks as the splendid backdrop. Once the spot was carpeted with 'badris' or wild berries and hence was famous as Badri van. Legend has it, when the Ganga was requested to descend to earth to help suffering humanity; the earth was enable to withstand the force of its decent. Therefore the mighty Ganga was split into 12 holy channels. Alaknanda was one of them that later became the abode of Lord Vishnu or Badrinath. Badrinath ji sightseeing-Narad Kund: A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered. Brahama Kapal: It is a flat platform a few yards north of the temple and on the bank of river Alaknanda. It is an important place for shhradh ceremony or offering of pinds to ensure a heavenly place for dead ancestors or manes. It is said that offering pind here, the manes are permanently enshrined in heaven and no more pinds are to be done elsewhere ever afterwards. Legends have it that when Shiva chopped of the fifth head of Brahma, it got stuck to his trident. Lastly with the blessing of Lord Vishnu at Badrivan, the head of Brahma fell down from the trident at this place & hence the name Brahma-Kapal (head).Sheshnetra : It is a large block of stone between two small seasonal lakes carrying an eye of "Sheshnag" The eye formation is quite natural, 1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag's eye, it is believed that the seshnag waits at this place patiently to accompany the lord on his reincarnation. 
 
Day 13| Badrinath /Joshimath/ Kirtinagar, 198kms/07-08hrs:
Morning after breakfast drives 03 kms for last village of India is Mana Village and sightseeing visiting Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul. Departure for Joshimath at 1100 am. En route visit Vishnu Prayag which two river confluences Dhauli and Alaknanda River. Arrival Joshimath and visit Adi Guru Sankarcharya Math and after lunch proceed to Kirtinagar.En route Karn Prayag (confluence of river Pindari and river Alaknanda) and Nandprayag (confluence of river Nandakini and Alaknanda River).O/N stay in Kirtinagar.

Today's Route – Badrinath ---- [44] ---- Joshimath ---- [38] ---- Birhi ---- [76] ---- Rudraprayag ---- [39] ---- Kirtinagar.

Route Remarks – Stopover at Birhi for enroute refreshment option, facility of washroom is available here. Today's Sight – Mana Village.

Day 14| Kirtinagar /Rishikesh 126 kms/05 hrs:
Morning after breakfast drive for Rishikesh. En-route visit Deoprayag two rivers confluence Bhagirathi and Alaknanda River . Evening Arti Pooja at Parmath Niketan Ghat. O/N stay at Haridwar.Today's Route –Kirtinagar ---- 28 ---- Deoprayag ---- 75 ---- Rishikesh -- 23 - Haridwar .Route Remarks – Stopover Refreshment option at Rishikesh.

Today's Sight – Rishikesh - Rishikesh is a small town in the northern state of Uttarakhand in India. Scenically located where the Ganges River comes down from the Himalayas, Rishikesh catapulted to Western fame when the Beatles dropped by for a visit to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram (now closed), and the town is still known as the World Capital of Yoga. The center of town where the train and bus stations can be found is of little interest to most travelers. Further north-east is 2 bridges spanning the Ganges, Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula, and either end of these bridges is the main hubs of activity and interest.

Day 15| Rishikesh: 
Your day is at leisure with car at your disposal.

Day 16| Rishikesh / Delhi 215 kms / 06 hrs: 
Breakfast, check-out from the hotel and get driven back to Delhi & check in your hotel. Relax.

Day 17| Delhi / Amritsar (By flight):
Intime board your flight to Amritsar. Upon arrival, check in your hotel.
Go sightseeing in the city of Amritsar. Visit the beautiful Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple. It is the spiritual and cultural centre of the Sikh religion. The main shrine itself is made of marble and it stands in the middle of a picturesque body of water. The holy book of the Sikhs – the Guru Granth Sahib is housed in this peaceful and serene sanctum. The roof of the edifice is gold leafed, giving the temple its name. The community kitchen- the langar - provides free meals to everyone who wants or needs to eat there (on an average, 10,000 pilgrims and visitors eat here every day).

Then visit the Jallianwalah Bagh – a memorial to the hundreds of innocent Indians who were massacred by General Dyer in 1919. On April 13, thousands of people gathered in a peaceful assembly on the occasion of Baisakhi - a harvest festival - at the Jallianwala Bagh in the heart of Amritsar. When the crowds didn’t disperse after warnings, Brigadier General Reginald Dyer, an officer of the British Indian Army, ordered his band of riflemen to open fire on the gathering, killing many.

In the late afternoon, travel to Wagah, at the India – Pakistan border, to witness the change of guard ceremony. Soldiers of both countries participate in an interesting ceremony at the end of which they shake hands. The crowds singing patriotic songs on both sides of the border and the disciplined aggression of the soldiers makes for a charming scene.
Spend the night at the hotel. 
 
Day 18| Arrival Jammu
Early in the morning, board your train to Jammu. Reach Jammu. Thereafter, you will check into the hotel and rest for some time. A sightseeing tour of the city will follow soon after. You will be visiting Ranbir Canal, Bahu Fort, Rani Charak Mahal, Amar Mahal Palace Raghunath Temple. Therafter, you will go for a stroll in the local bazaar. The night stay will be at the hotel only.

Day 19| Jammu / Katra/ Jammu 50 kms/1 hrs:
Arrive at helipad for Darshan. After darshan drive back to Katra & overnight stay at Jammu.

Day 20| Jammu / Srinagar /280 kms/ 8 hrs:
Early morning drive to Srinagar , enjoy the lustrous valley. Your day is free for local sighseeing & shopping. . After lunch Shikara ride on Dal Lake visiting floating and vegetable gardens etc. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 21| Srinagar /Sonmarg/ Srinagar/160 Km
The morning atmosphere of Srinagar gives you a magical feeling. Wake up to that feeling and get ready for another day of heaven trotting. Day is for the lovely town of Sonmarg. The distance between Srinagar and Sonmarg is around 80-kilometers. Situated at an altitude of around 2690-m above sea level, there are many trek routes inside the town. Tread through these routes to explore the inner beauty of this sedate town. Few kilometers away is Krishnasar Lake which is the main tourist attraction here. Indulge in trout fishing in the lake, which is refreshing as well as adventurous. In the evening, we come back to Srinagar for the overnight stay in the houseboat.

Day 22| Srinagar /Gulmarg/ Srinagar/92 Km
Day starts with another magical morning in nature's lap. After a sumptuous breakfast, we drive towards Gulmarg. Enjoy every moment, as the journey to Gulmarg is half the fun. Throughout the distance of 46 km, high hills bounded the road on one side and deep and gorgeous valleys on the other. Gulmarg is full of exceptional beauty all round the year. Visit during summers, the greenery will enthrall you, the variety of color in springtime will enchant you, and in winters the shinning white all around, and the prospect of skiing will grip you to this small town. There are many activities in which you can indulge. Hit the highest green top golf course in the world and complete the 18-hole course. Take a refreshing gondola ride (cable car, on your own) to the top of Apherwat range from where you will get a clear view of Nanga Parbat, the forth highest peak in the world. In In the evening, we head back to Srinagar for your overnight stay in the houseboat.

Day 23| Srinagar /Pahalgam/94 kms:
Just like the day before, after early morning breakfast, we head out to another destination, this time it is to Pahalgam. The 94-km journey is simply outstanding. The journey might be slow, but it won't be even a bit tiring. Along the way, we make brief stops at saffron fields, ruins in Avantipur, Anantpur Spring and Chandanwari. It is from here the sacred Amarnath Yatra begins. There are many trekking routes as well, which give you the opportunity for stretching your legs. Though not very famous, but you will find few shops from where you can buy locally made handicrafts at a very cheap price. The town wears a serene outlook and proves to be a great place for picnics and outings.

Day 24| Pahalgam/Panjtarni/ Srinagar 94kms/ 3hrs:
After early morning wake up call, proceed to the helipad (5 to 10 minutes walk from the huts), to take a Helicopter ride to the Holy Cave for Pooja and Darshan (time 1 to 1.5 hours). Return to the helipad after your Darshan and drive & reach Srinagar and check in to Hotel for an overnight stay. 
 
Day 25| Srinagar Sightseeing
Wake up to the captivating smell of fresh nature and views of rising sun behind the high mountains. The view is a dream comes true for many. Attractions of Srinagar are the flavor of the day starting by visit the alluring Mughal Gardens. The Chashmashahi, Shalimar Bagh (garden) and Nishant Bagh are the most famous one. Back at Dal Lake, its time for a splendid Shikara ride. Along with enjoying the beauty of the surroundings, indulge in shopping from many shops set up on shikaras floating around you. You can buy locally made handicrafts, and woolen clothes, especially the pashmina shawl. Take this ride to nearby lakes like Nagin Lake and Bod Dal, which are equally mesmerizing. Move back to your houseboat for the overnight stay

Day 26| Srinagar / Delhi
Departure transfers to airport to flight for Delhi & upon arrival check in your hotel & relax. 


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