Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (205 Kms / 6-7 Hrs)
- 0900 Hrs: Meet at IRCTC Rail Yatri Niwas, Ajmeri Gate.
- Travel: Depart for Haridwar by road, with lunch at your own expense en route.
- Evening: Arrival in Haridwar. Check-in at the hotel.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Haridwar.
Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot (200 Kms / 8-9 Hrs)
- Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
- Travel: Proceed to Barkot.
- Evening: Check-in at the hotel in Barkot.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri and Back (80 Kms Drive + 12 Kms Trek / 9-10 Hrs)
- Early Morning: Drive to Janki Chatti, base for Yamunotri.
- Trek: Pony or palki services available (own cost) for the trek to Yamunotri Temple (3,120 m).
- Visit: Explore the temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and enjoy the natural hot springs.
- Return: Trek back to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Barkot.
Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi (100 Kms / 5-6 Hrs)
- Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
- Visit: Stop at Prakateshwar Mahadev Temple en route.
- Arrival: Check-in at the hotel in Uttarkashi.
- Evening: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and Back (200 Kms / 11-12 Hrs)
- Early Morning: Depart for Gangotri Temple (3,050 m) with a packed breakfast.
- Travel: Scenic drive alongside the Bhagirathi River.
- Visit: Explore the temple and the holy site of Bhagirath Shila.
- Return: Head back to Uttarkashi for the night.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi/Sitapur (250-290 KmChardham Yatras / 10-11 Hrs)
- Morning: Early breakfast and check-out.
- Travel: Proceed to Guptkashi/Sitapur.
- Evening: Check-in at the hotel.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Guptkashi/Sitapur.
Day 7: Guptkashi/Sitapur to Kedarnath (35 Kms Drive + 16 Kms Trek / 8-9 Hrs)
- Early Morning: Depart for Sonprayag. Book pony or palki services (own cost).
- Travel: Take a local shuttle taxi to Gaurikund, the trek starting point.
- Trek: Hike to Kedarnath.
- Visit: Evening Aarti Darshan at Kedarnath Temple.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Kedarnath.
Day 8: Kedarnath to Gaurikund and Back (16 Kms Trek + 35 Kms Drive / 6-7 Hrs)
- Early Morning: Visit Kedarnath Temple for Abhishek/Darshan.
- Trek: Return to Gaurikund.
- Travel: Take a shuttle taxi to Sonprayag and then back to hotel.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Guptkashi/Sitapur.
Day 9: Guptkashi/Sitapur to Badrinath (220-250 Kms / 9-10 Hrs)
- Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
- Travel: En route, visit Narsingh Swami Temple at Joshimath.
- Evening: Check-in at the hotel in Badrinath and visit Badrinath Temple.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Badrinath.
Day 10: Badrinath to Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar (140-200 Kms / 5-8 Hrs)
- Early Morning: Visit Badrinath Temple for Abhishek/Alankar Darshan.
- Visit: Take a holy dip in Taptkunda and perform pooja at Brahmakapal.
- Travel: Explore Mana Village (last village on Indo-Tibet border) before heading to the hotel.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar.
Day 11: Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar to Haridwar (200-120 Kms / 8-5 Hrs)
- Morning: Breakfast and depart for Haridwar.
- Evening: Free time for exploration; enjoy the Ganga Aarti.
- Dinner & Overnight Stay in Haridwar.
Day 12: Haridwar to Delhi (205 Kms / 7-8 Hrs)
- Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
- Travel: Drive to Delhi with lunch at your own cost en route.
- Arrival: Drop at IRCTC Rail Yatri Niwas.
Note:
This itinerary is subject to changes due to operational challenges or local conditions.
Significance of Key Temples:
- Yamunotri: Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, known for its hot springs and beautiful trekking routes.
- Gangotri: Home to the Goddess Ganga, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
- Badrinath: Important shrine for Lord Vishnu, featuring unique architecture and sacred rituals.
- Kedarnath: Significant Shiva temple, known for its rich history and spiritual importance.
Enjoy your Chardham Yatra!
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