Do Dham Yatra Ex Haridwar (Kedarnath & Badrinath)
- 05 Nights/ 06 Days
- 12 Person
- Accommodation
- Food
- Transport
- Trekking
The Pilgrimage to the sacred Do Dham –Kedarnath and Badrinath located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand is a dream for every Devout Hindu. Do Dham or the two most sacred Hindu pilgrim centres of India nestles amidst the lofty peaks of Garhwal Himalayas, The two ancient temples marks the spiritual sources of the two sacred Rivers, The Mandakini ( Kedarnath) and the Alaknanda ( Badrinath). Millions of devotees undertake the arduous pilgrimage during the yatra season between April and November.
Itinerary
Pick up from Haridwar Hotel & Driver &Drive to Guptakashi, On Arrive Check in at Hotel / Camp.
Guptakashi (“hidden Kashi”) - a temple city with beautiful views of the snowy peaks, located in the Garhwal Himalayas, is one of the most important and beautiful centers of pilgrimage. It is believed that the Pandavas after the Battle of Kuruksetra, described in the Mahabharata, wanted to atone for Shiva for fratricide. He wanted to avoid meeting them at Kashi and went to Guptakashi in the form of a bull, Nandi. Bhima exposed the deity, and the brothers tried to grab the bull by the tail and paws, but he disappeared into the cave to return to five different forms of Shiva. This disappearance gave the name of the city.
An overnight stay at Camp/Hotel.
By Trek
Early morning, Drive to Sonprayag Parking then cover 02 kms to Gaurikund ( Starting point for Trek) by using Local Transport & Trek to Kedarnath.
By Helicopter
Early morning at 6:30 report to helipad, Fly to Kedarnath, Check in at Hotel.
Later visit Tempo for performing pooja and Darshan.
Dinner & overnight stay at Camp/Hotel.
An overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Kedarnath Temple The 1000 years old temple with a carved exterior is located in a courtyard protected by Nandi bull. This spot has great significance in the legendary Mahabharata epic. Inside the main sanctum is one of the 12 naturally formed 'Jyotirlingas' of India. The temple has carved shapes of the Pandavas, and Lord Shiva.
Morning Darshan, Later check out & down trek to Gaurikund & Later drive to Guptkashi, Check in at Hotel & overnight stay.
OR
Early morning at 6:30 report to helipad & fly down to Guptkashi and later you will be transfer to hotel.
Dinner & overnight stay at Camp/Hotel.
After breakfast, transfer to Badrinath, on the way, via Chopta. On Arrive Check in at Hotel.
Badrinath is a village located at an altitude of 3133 m, protected by the mountains of Nara and Narayana on the bank of the Alakananda River. The place of appearance and the abode of Nara-Narayana, which, along with Gangotri, Yamunotri and Kedarnath, is revered as one of the four Garvale shrines.
The name of the temple "Badrinath" is associated with the ancient tradition, according to which, Lord Vishnu performed austerity in this place. In order to save her husband from the scorching rays of the sun, the goddess Lakshmi took the form of a tree of Vishala-Badari (Great Fig tree), hiding the god under the shade of the branches. Satisfied with the devotion of a consort, Lord Vishnu said that from now on this place would bear her name. The gates of the temple are open only six months a year. This is due to extreme weather conditions in the Himalayas. At the entrance to the temple are the sacred hot springs. Those interested can visit the village of Manna - located on the Indo-Tibetan border and Vasudhara Falls.
Overnight stay at the hotel in Badrinath .
Dinner & overnight stay at Hotel.
After bath in the Tapt kund visit & Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakamal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Bhim kund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee.
Mana Village
Nestled in the Himalayas, located in the district of Chamoli in Uttarakhand, Mana is the last Indian village from the border of India and Tibet/China. Located near the religious site of Badrinath, on the banks of River Saraswati, Mana village is situated at a height of around 3219 meters.
Tapt-Kund
The Tapt Kund is a group of natural sulphur springs situated on the bank of River Alaknanda beside the Badrinarayan Temple. It is said that when Lord Vishnu was happy with Agni Dev's ... Fire God's) penance, he granted a boon to eternally reside in the form of this kund here.
Narad Kund
Narad Kund is arranged close Tapt Kund. It is accepted that the Badrinath icon was acquired from this kund. Narad Kund boiling hot water spring is situated under the Garur Shila and holds a therapeutic worth. Fans take a plunge in this kund before entering the Badrinath sanctuary for Darshan of Lord Badrinath.
Vyas & Ganesh-Gufa
Vyas & Ganesh-Gufa cavern is situated in the Mana Village alongside numerous different caverns. It is accepted that in this cavern Ved Vyas directed his acclaimed epic of Mahabharata
to Ganesh and accordingly it has been named Vyas Gufa. There is an icon of Ved Vyas indicated composition the granth (epic book) inside this hole.
Beginning Source of Saraswati River
Manibhadrapur which is known as Mana village, the beginning source of river Saraswati. Bhimpul (bridge) according to myth it is built by Bhima during period of the Mahabharata
Later Drive to Rudrapryag, visit en route – Joshimath – seat of Aadi Shankarachrya, and Badrinath during winter season, Nandpryag and Karanpryag (confluence of rivers) and among Panch pryag, On arrival, Check in at Hotel.
Rudrapryag - The city stands at the confluence of two great sacred rivers - Mandakini and Mahaalaknanda. The first originates from the icy snow over Kedarnath, and the second from the heights of the Himalayas due to Badrinath. Both are sacred to the Hindus; at the confluence they give rise to the sacred Alaknanda River.
After breakfast & Drive to Dehradun, En route visit Devprayag & Rishikesh.
Devprayag - the place of the confluence of two sacred rivers: Baghirati and Alaknanda. In this place of confluence the great Ganges originates, here she finds her name, Visit the ancient temple on the banks of the sacred river Ganges.
Later straight drive to Dehradun Airport for board your evening flight.
Yatra Complete with Blessings & Unforgettable memories!!!
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- TERMS & CONDITIONS
- The Expenses come out due to any hike in the Hotel rates by any amendment of tour by the changes of Train/ flight schedule. If any additional cost find out that would be paid by Guest.
- Confirmation acknowledgement should be received from Monk Travel for 100 % surety of your booking.
- The above mention rates are valid only for given period of time.
- Standard/Budget Hotels are only served neat & clean room with hygienic food so don’t expect any luxurious.
- We shall not be responsible for any change in the itinerary due to landslides, flight cancellations, weather conditions or any unforeseen circumstances. The additional cost incurred will be in addition to the cost.
- Due to the holy land (Uttarakhand), NON-VEGETARIAN FOOD is strictly NOT allowed. The meals served during the tour will be purely vegetarian.
Information About Tour
- Due to the holy land (Uttarakhand ), NON-VEGETARIAN FOOD is strictly NOT allowed. The meals served during the tour will be purely vegetarian.
- Trek only for Kedaranth ( 18 kms Perside) & Yamunoti ( 6 kms Per side ) by Trek / Pony & Helicopter only for Kedarnath & VIP Darshan is Mandatory for same day return.
- Local Transport is required for Kedaranth Trek from Sonprayag to Gorikund .
- Transports will go till Badrinath & Gangotri Temples with little walking distance.
- In Kedarnath only Neat & Clean Budgeted Hotels is Available.
- Biometric of the Passenger is necessary for Char Dham Yatra by Government as Free of Cost at several Places like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Barkot, Phata, Govindghat ect.
- Require heavy Woolen Cloths & Raincoat for mainly Kedarnath visit or stay.
- Sunglass & moisturizer or sun screen cream.
- Heavy & light woolen clothing and wind sheeter jacket & raincoat.
- Hand gloves & cap (woolen and sun cap).
- Personal medical kit.
- Umbrella and small hand bag.
- Need to have Epass for Do Dham Yatra.
- Need to carry original doucument with us.
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