8 Days 7 Nights Badri-Kedar Yatra Tour Package
Day 01: Delhi - Haridwar (230 kms/5-6hrs)
- Arrival at Delhi Airport or Railway Station. Meet & Assist, then drive to Haridwar.
- Check in at your hotel. If time permits, visit:
- Mansa Devi Temple
- Chandidevi Temple
- Daksha Mahadev Temple
- In the evening, witness the Ganga Aarti at Har-ki-Pauri. This beautiful ritual involves worshipping the Ganga after sunset and releasing floating lamps into the river.
- Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
About Haridwar:
Nestled at the foot of the Shivalik hills, Haridwar is considered a key doorway to the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. According to mythology, Suryavanshi prince Bhagirath prayed for the salvation of his ancestors, leading to the emergence of the Ganga from Lord Shiva's locks. The area holds immense spiritual significance for Hindus seeking salvation for their loved ones.
Weather:
- Summer: 35-40°C
- Winter: Daytime 20°C, Nighttime 5°C
Day 02: Haridwar - Guptkashi (210 kms/7-8hrs)
- Depart after breakfast for Guptkashi. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel.
- In the evening, visit the Ardhnarishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the hotel.
About Guptkashi:
Mythology tells that when the Pandavas sought Lord Shiva, he hid in Guptkashi before moving towards Kedarnath. The remaining priests from Kedarnath live in Guptkashi during the winter.
Weather:Summer: 25-30°C Winter: Cold
Day 03: Guptkashi - Kedarnath (30 km by Road & 19 km Trek)
- In the early morning, drive to Sitapur/Sonprayag, then transfer to Gaurikund (by local jeep at your own cost). Begin your Trek to Kedarnath (3584 mts) by Pony/Doli. Carry essential belongings for an overnight stay.
- Visit the Kedarnath Temple and spend the night there.
About Kedarnath:
As one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath is a breathtaking site. The story of the Pandavas seeking redemption brings deep spiritual meaning to this location. Kedarnath is part of the Panch Kedar.
Day 04: Kedarnath – Guptkashi (19 km Down Trek & 30 km by Road)
Wake up early for the 'Abhishek' at the Kedarnath Temple by 4:45 am. After the darshan, trek down to Gaurikund and return to Sonprayag (by local jeep at own cost).
Drive back to Guptkashi and check in at the hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 05: Guptkashi - Badrinath (210 kms/7-8hrs)
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in at the hotel.
In the evening, visit Badrinath Temple for the Aarti. Overnight stay.
About Badrinath:
Known as one of the 'Four Dhams', Badrinath is at 3,133 meters elevation, surrounded by mountainous terrain. Significant sites include Tapt Kund, Narad Kund, and Brahama Kapal, among others.
Day 06: Badrinath – Rudraprayag (160 km) / Kirtinagar (200 km)
- Morning baths in Tapt Kund followed by a darshan of Badrivishal. Visit sites like Mana and Charanpaduka.
- After sightseeing, drive to Rudraprayag or Kirtinagar for an overnight stay.
Day 07: Rudraprayag/Kirtinagar – Rishikesh (140 kms/4-5hrs)
- Travel to Rishikesh, known as the 'place of sages.' Check in at the hotel.
- Visit local temples and attractions: Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, Shivananda Ashram.
- In the evening, experience the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Ashram. Overnight stay.
Day 08: Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi (250 kms/6-7hrs)
- Drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to the Railway Station or Airport.
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