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Bus, Airlines
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3 Stars Hotels
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5,416 metres
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Haridwar, Rishikesh
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May-June- September-Oct
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Eco-Tour, Hiking
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All meals during the Yatra
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English, Spanish, French, Hindi
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Easy to Moderate
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2-15
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12
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65
Overview
Do Dham Yatra Tour packages from Haridwar is a famous pilgrimage yatra among the Hindu community worldwide that covers two famous Dham Shrines of North India: Kedarnath and Badrinath. Every year, lakhs of devotees visit the holy yatra from May to October. Kedarnath is also known as the land of Lord Shiva and of the Jyotirlingas of India. Badrinath is the Temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu and one of the most popular pilgrimages in northern India.
Highlights
- Trek to the world-famous Kedarnath Temple
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Haridwar or Dehradun. Transfer to hotel, rest of the day is at leisure to explore the beautiful Ganga Ghat.
In the evening go for the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Later enjoy darshan at temples like Mansa Devi Temple, Bharat Mata Mandir, Chandi Devi Temple, Anandmai Ashram, Bilkeshwar Mahadev, Pawan Dham, Daksha Mahadev Temple and Bhooma Niketan.
Overnight Stay at Haridwar.
Early morning after breakfast leave for almost day long drive to Guptkashi. On your drive you would pass Dev Parayag & Rudraprayag.
Overnight stay at Guptkashi/Sitapur/Rampur.
Guptkashi to Gaurikund will be by shared local taxi.
Start your trek from Gaurikund.
Gaurikund to Kedarnath Base Camp is 07 hrs uphill walk.
The morning after breakfast drive to Gaurikund, start your trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (by Pony / Doli / Helicopter at your own cost). Return to Guptkashi by night
Here is the day when you are preparing for the Do Dham Yatra most wanted and toughest part “The Darshan Of Shree Kedarnath Ji” . Here many pilgrims have their own choices and preferences as per their physical ability and comfort. We have designed the program for both of the pilgrims whoever proffered to trek or complete the journey by helicopter.
Pilgrims those are confined to fly and made their reservation in advance for helicopter tickets for Shri Kedarnath Ji can return same day back to Sitapur or Phata base after having darshan. It depends on their helicopter services conditions and last moment availability according to operational capacity or restrains. Or You can prefer to stay in Kedarnath Ji in Govt provided camps or huts or private accommodation available there. We can arrange stay in our recommended guest houses which is comfortable and near to temple. If in last moment any delays due to weather or any technical reason, we can stay in Kedarnath Ji in Govt. provided tents / camps or available guest houses in Kedarnath Ji. The provided accommodation is good and managed with hot water facilities for devotees. The stay in Kedarnath Ji is really amazing and wonderful for devotees in evening when they get chance to see evening Aarti and Rudra Abhishekam of Lord Shiva. It’s really life’s one of the most memorable moment when you forget your material Karmas and the moment you live the blessing of Lord Shiva.
Note: The road from Rudraprayag to Guptkashi / Phata is good for small / light vehicles but onward road to Gaurikund is in bad condition , the 14 km old trek route along the river Mandakini from Gaurikund to Rambara and then to Sri Kedarnath is washed away at many places and a new trek is approx. 19 km long climbing up to 13000 ft. and then coming down to Sri Kedarnath at 11760 ft. , it is not possible to travel this distance in one day so one night stop will be required. Now a days Govt. facilitate with many basic arrangements like Wifi and other health camps to serve in better way and also allow the pilgrims to have a night stay at Sri Kedarnath. It has seen in recent years many trekkers have made their return same day from Gaurikund-Kedarnath-Gaurikund but they were physically fit and strong enough to cover this distance in same day by trek. Now pilgrims are getting new opportunity to see BHIM SHILA a new mythological attraction. A giant stone protected Kedarnath Ji Temple during disaster time.
Note: Now the trekking to Kedarnath Ji has been increased by 05 Km and visitors will be recommended to make night stay in case of trekking. We would advise those are not physically strong to cover this trek on feet, they should hire some assistance like Pony or Pithus to complete the Yatra without any hassle or complication. Rituals & Activities: Visit Gauri Kund, Darshan of Kedarnath Ji Temple, Bhim Shila and Chance to meet Gurus and Sadhus meditating for long time in Kedarnath.
Overnight Stay at Guptkashi.
The morning after breakfast, drive to Badrinath. Check in to the hotel's arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spots like Mana village, Vyas Gufa, Mata murti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinathji. Badrinath one of the 'Ancient Four Dhams' is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage spots of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name "Badri van", meaning "forest of berries".
Tapt Kund: Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara: As the name suggests, Vasundhara Fall is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 km. from Badrinath out of which 2 km. is motorable up to Mana.
Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
Vyas Gufa (cave): Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.
Overnight Stay at Badrinathji.
After bath in the Taptkund visit & Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakamal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the 03 kms of Badrinathji.
Drive for Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Visit on the way Narsingh Temple in Joshimath later drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Check into the hotel's arrival in Rudraprayag.
Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four 'Maths' established by Adi Shankaracharya, Joshimath is the winter seat of Badrinath. The idol is brought down to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to worship. There are many other temples in the township. The most important is the temple of Nir Singh with the idol of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity is getting destroyed with time and the popular belief holds that the day the arm completely withers Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the residence into the neighboring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri.
Rudraprayag is one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of the Alaknanda River. It is a confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini river. Kedarnath, a Hindu holy town is located 86 km from Rudraprayag.
Overnight Stay at Rudraprayag.
The morning after breakfast, drive for Haridwar via Rishikesh. Rishikesh 'place of sages' is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of " Hrishikesh " and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh. Check-in Hotel. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla.
Overnight Stay at Rishikesh or Haridwar.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to nearest Airport or Railway Station(in our own vehicle)
- Transportation to and from!!
- Food all along the trip(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and a cup of coffee or tea) and accommodations during the trip in hotels with family environment
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you don’t have your own. Down jacket, sleeping bag and duffel bag must be returned after completion of the trip)
- First Aid Medical Kit(Your guide will carry the Medical Kit but we also advise to bring yourself for your own use, as far as possible)
- All the required permits and paperwork
The Cost Excludes
- Any airfare / train fare
- Any meal plan not mentioned.
- Any additional sightseeing or activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person
- Travel Insurance
- Any portage at airports and hotels, tips, insurance, wine, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
- Tips & Gratuity or any other hotel expenses
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and flight delays, roadblocks, vehicle mal-functions, political disturbances etc.
- Charges for heater during winter season will be extra and as per hotel to hotel basis
- Vehicle AC will not be operational on the Hills.
- Pony, Dolly, Horses, extra charges
- Anything not specifically mentioned in 'Price Includes' section
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.