The Char Dham Yatra, also known as the Chota Char Dham Yatra, is a pilgrimage circuit in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It consists of four sacred Hindu sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. These four sites are located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, nestled amidst the majestic Himalayas.
The Char Dham Yatra is considered highly auspicious by Hindus, and pilgrims undertake this journey to seek blessings, cleanse their sins, and attain moksha (liberation). The yatra usually begins in late April or early May and continues until the onset of winter around October or November. It attracts thousands of devotees and tourists each year, making it one of the most significant religious and tourism circuits in India.
Uttarakhand Chardham Yatra by Helicopter Tour Plan
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Arrive at Delhi Airport / Delhi Railway Station, our representative further drive to Haridwar. On arrival Haridwar, transfer to your Hotel. Later proceed to visit Mansadevi Temple, Chandidevi Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temples. Later the same evening visit Har-ki-Pauri to attend Ganga Aarti. Dinner and Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Second day starts with drive to Barkot via Mussoorie, on the way visit Kempty Fall. Later drive straight to Barkot, transfer to your Hotel. Relax here and get ready for the next journey to Pahad Yatra (Mountain Yatra) of Yamunotri the next day. Overnight stay at Barkot.
Weather : In summer, the temperature is in-between 25-30 degree celsius. Winter: The days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold in-between 10 degrees to 05 degrees.
Today early morning, drive to Jankichatti is the starting point of the trek to Yamunotri. The 6 km trek to Yamunotri is done in 2.5 hours to 3 hours. It can be done on foot or mule, palki (palanquins) and pithoo (at your own expense) are available from Jankichatti. It is also popular for the hot springs where pilgrims take a dip before starting their trek. Return back to Barkot and overnight stay.
Weather : In summer season the maximum temperature is 18 degree celsius and the minimum is 10 degree celsius. The days are mild cool, but the nights are cold.
Next day drive to Uttarkashi. Later proceed to visit Vishwanath Temple, Shakti temple and many more temples. Check in hotel and overnight stay.
Weather : Mostly hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree celsius but nights is pleasant. Cold in winters.
Today early morning drive to Gangotri, on the way to Gangnani take a holy dip in the sacred river Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri, which is also called Bhagirathi. The main attraction in Gangotri is the Gangotri Temple, where Goddess Ganga is worshipped. A 20-ft-high structure, the exquisite temple is made with white granite. Perform Pooja and Darshan, after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Return back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Drive straight to Guptkashi via Moolgarh & Lambgoan. For sightseeing you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini river comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi. On arrival check in at the Hotel, evening visit Ardh Narishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Get ready in the morning drive to Phata (Helipad), later proceed to visit Kedarnath by Helicopter. Visit Kedarnath Temple offer prayers and perform rituals from a distance and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva at Kedarnath Temple. Touching the Shivling (a representation of Lord Shiva) in Kedarnath is not allowed. Return back to Phata. Later drive back to Guptkashi. Relax for the day overnight stay.
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. After driving through some wonderful Ghat road you arrive at Badrinath (Must cross Govindghat before 5:30 pm). On arrival check into the hotel. After some rest and refreshments later at evening visit Badrinath Temple for attend the Aarti. Overnight stay.
This morning, after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). Later proceed to other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the 3 Kms of Badrinathjee. Later drive back to Rudraprayag / Kirtinagar via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay.
Early morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh. A spiritual city and the Yoga capital of the world. Check in Hotel. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sightseeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, Shivananda Ashram. At evening attend Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Ashram. Overnight stay.
In the morning have breakfast and you are on your last lap of this Chardham Yatra journey. On reaching Delhi transfer to Railway Station/Airport.
