Overview
This extensive pilgrimage combines the Char Dham Yatra (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath) with Panch Kedar (Kedarnath, Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheshwar, Kalpeshwar) and Panch Badri (Badrinath, Adi Badri, Yogadhyan Badri, Vriddha Badri, Bhavishya Badri). Spread over 16 days, the tour offers devotees a deep spiritual experience while exploring the sacred Himalayan landscapes, river sources, ancient temples, and mystical valleys of Uttarakhand.
Highlights
- Holy Darshan of Char Dham Temples: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath
- Trekking/visit to Panch Kedar Temples
- Pilgrimage to Panch Badri Temples
- Attend Ganga Aarti at Haridwar & Rishikesh
- Scenic drives through Garhwal Himalayas
- Comfortable accommodations and family-friendly arrangements
- Options for pony/doli/helicopter at Kedarnath and Kalpeshwar
Itinerary
Arrive at Haridwar/Rishikesh. Check into the hotel and attend Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Haridwar/Rishikesh
Drive to Barkot, the base for Yamunotri. En route, enjoy the scenic beauty of Mussoorie & Kempty Falls.
Overnight Stay: Barkot
Drive to Janki Chatti and trek/pony/doli to Yamunotri Temple. Take a holy dip in Surya Kund and perform puja. Return to Barkot for overnight stay.
Overnight Stay: Barkot
Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and enjoy local sightseeing.
Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi
Drive to Gangotri Dham, take a sacred dip in Bhagirathi River, and offer prayers at Gangotri Temple. Return to Uttarkashi.
Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi
Drive to Guptkashi via scenic valleys. Evening at leisure to prepare for Kedarnath journey.
Overnight Stay: Guptkashi
Proceed to Kedarnath via helicopter (recommended) or trek/pony/doli. Perform VIP Darshan at Kedarnath Temple. Overnight stay at Kedarnath/Guptkashi.
Overnight Stay: Kedarnath/Guptkashi
Drive/trek to Rudranath Temple, part of Panch Kedar circuit. Experience the spiritual and scenic Himalayan trekking trails.
Overnight Stay: Rudranath
Trek/drive to Madhyamaheshwar Temple, another Panch Kedar shrine. Later proceed to Ukhimath for overnight stay.
Overnight Stay: Ukhimath
Visit Tungnath Temple (highest Shiva temple), continue to Chopta. Later drive to Rudraprayag for overnight stay.
Overnight Stay: Rudraprayag
Drive to Kalpeshwar Temple, completing the Panch Kedar darshan. Return to Rudraprayag for overnight stay.
Overnight Stay: Rudraprayag
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Evening Darshan at Badrinath Temple.
Overnight Stay: Badrinath
Morning visit nearby Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Charan Paduka, Tapt Kund. Later proceed to Adi Badri or Yogadhyan Badri (Panch Badri circuit) depending on route.
Overnight Stay: Badrinath
Drive to Rishikesh. Evening attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Overnight Stay: Rishikesh
Visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Bharat Mandir, Geeta Bhawan. Leisure evening for shopping or exploring local areas.
Overnight Stay: Rishikesh
Drive to Haridwar for onward journey with divine blessings
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Accommodation in comfortable hotels / guesthouses with attached washrooms
- Daily vegetarian meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
- All transfers & sightseeing by private AC vehicle
- VIP Darshan assistance at all Char Dham, Panch Kedar, and Panch Badri temples
- Trekking guidance for Panch Kedar shrines
- Toll taxes, parking, and driver allowance
- Escort/guide services during the trip
Excludes
- Pony/doli charges at Yamunotri & Kedarnath
- Helicopter tickets for Kedarnath (optional extra cost)
- Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, tips, snacks, etc.)
- Travel insurance or medical expenses
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions