Uttarakhand, formerly known as Uttaranchal, is a state in the northern part of India. It is often referred to as the “Devabhumi” (literally “Land of the Gods”) due to numerous Hindu temples and pilgrimage centres found throughout the state. Uttarakhand is known for the natural environment of the Himalayas, the Bhabar and the Terai regions.
The Char Dham Yatra begins around the first to second week of May every year. These dates are announced in the national media. The base for the yatra is generally the Rishikesh town which has all the amenities available for pilgrims and tourists alike. Pilgrims and tourists generally book their journey through the local travel agents to all the four locations.
The Kumaon region of uttarakhand is home to several freshwater lakes. Most of these lakes are situated in Nainital district, due to which, Nainital is also known as the Lake district of India, and four of them – Nainital, Bhimtal, Naukuchiatal and Sattal (which is a collection of seven different lakes viz Purna Tal, Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Laxman Tal, Nal Damayanti Tal, Sukha Tal and Garud Tal) are under restoration with funds provided by the National Lake Conservation Plan (NLCP) of the Government of India. Other prominent lakes in the region include Khurpatal, Sariyatal and Kamaltal.
Uttarakhand is home to the Jim Corbett National Park, the first national park in India. There are 12 National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries covering 13.8 percent of the total area of the state. Nanda Devi Biosphere reserve and Valley of Flowers National Park are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
There are many local food items that are quite popular in Uttarakhand. The local communities of Garhwalis and Kumaonis have their traditional dishes that are quite famous amongst travelers who are exploring about the state. While in Uttarakhand, one should try food items like Kafuli, Bhang Ki Chutney, Garhwal ka Fannah, Phaanu, Baadi, Kandalee Ka Saag, Chainsoo, and Kumaoni Raita.
Tourism in Uttarakhand is all about perilous pleasures. The state of Uttarakhand seems to have holiest of holy Hindu pilgrimages, silky meadows on treeless hills, snow-covered mountains towering above glacial lakes, and Raj-era hill stations. Lofty mountains, quaint hamlets, unspoilt culture, and clear night skies will make you want to linger a little longer in Uttarakhand. A bevy of tourist attractions in Uttarakhand can make your vacation of any duration worthwhile.
Upon arrival we will pick up you and drive to Haridwar, 06 hours journey by the road. Reach and check in at hotel, Evening visit Har-kiPauri for Aarti ceremony of mother Ganges. Later return to hotel. An overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from hotel and Barkot, 06-07 hours’ drive, check in at camp. An overnight stay. Barkot is an ideal destination to stay for pilgrims of Shri Yamunotri, it is situated 45 Kms before Yamunotri temple, from where panoramic views of the Bandar punch Peaks can be seen.
Early morning after breakfast, drive to Jankichatti, start trek to Yamunotri 6 kms. You have an option to either walk or hire Pony or by Doli at your own cost.
After taking bath in Surya Kund (hot spring) visit Yamunotri temple ""Darshan"" and Pooja of pious ""Yamunaji"" at DivyaShila, Return to can an overnight stay.
Yamunotri Temple - Situated at 3290 meters above ocean level. The Yamunotri Dham is the first hallowed destination of the Chardham Yatra. This Dham is committed to Goddess Yamuna, who regarded be as a daughter of the Sun God, Surya Dev.According to the mythological stories and convictions, the Yamunotri Dham was an isolation of a sage Asti Muni. For the duration of his life, the Asti Muni every day showered in both Ganges and Yamuna. Be that as it may, in his old age he didn't have the enough energy to reach Gangotri, yet his great deeds paid off and a flood of Ganges showed up inverse to Yamunotri for him. This fanciful story adds to the otherworldly worth of the Dham.
DivyaShila : A rock pillar, worshipped before entering the Yamunotri Temple.
This morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrive check-in at the hotel. Later visit Vishwanath Temple, An overnight stay.
After breakfast, we proceed to Gangotri Enroute enjoy picturesque Harsil valley, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. Reach at temple Darshan and perform pooja. Thereafter we drive back to hotel. Night stay.
Gangotri - As per The Hindu mythology, Goddess Ganga - the daughter of Lord Brahma, showed herself as a waterway to acquit the transgressions of King Bhagirathi’s forerunners, taking after his extreme retribution of a few centuries, and Lord Shiva got her into his tangled locks to minimize the gigantic effect of her fall. She came to be called Bhagirathi at her incredible source. Along the right back of Bhagirathi stands the sanctum of Gangotri devoted to the Goddess. Roosted at a stature of 3042 meters (10,000 ft), it was developed in the mid-18thcentury by a Gorkha Commander, Amar Singh Thapa.
After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Guptkashi reach and check. An overnight stay.
Early morning at 6:30 report to helipad. After performing pooja and Darshan, fly down. Reach and later you will be transfer to hotel. Night stay
NOTE: You can also visit Kedarnath Ji by trek (20 kms /08-09 Hrs per side)
Early morning you will drive till sonprayag (vehicles allow till this point) from here you need to take local jeep/ Max to reach Gaurikund (3 km, on direct payment basis, approx INR 100 per person). Gaurikund – The trek starts from this point to Kedarnath, which is long and beautiful man-made trail.
After reaching, perform pooja and Darshan.
Later check in at hotel.
Night stay at Kedarnath
Kedarnath Temple,the 1000 years old temple with a carved exterior is located in a courtyard protected by Nandi bull. This spot has great significance in the legendary Mahabharata epic. Inside the main sanctum is one of the 12 naturally formed 'Jyotirlingas' of India. The temple has carved shapes of the Pandavas, and Lord Shiva.
At early morning trek down to the Gaurikund reach and take Local Jeep to the Sonprayag and we will pick-up you and Transfer you to the Hotel an overnight stay.
After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Badrinath via visiting Chopta, it is known mini-Switzerland and Medical forest.
On arrive check-in at hotel.
Evening visit at Badrinath temple,if time permits.
Overnight at Badrinath
Badrinath temple - It's so great to take in the way that this sacrosanct destination which is being dedicated to Lord Vishnu has been committed to humankind. The area where Lord Vishnu pondered under a Badri tree for thousand unremitting years and taught us a definitive method for welfare of humankind is exceptional on the planet. Today, this temple is considered as one of the holiest Hindu temples and is additionally one of the 108 DivyaDesams, sacred holy places for Vaishnavites.
After bath in the Taptkund visit & Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakamal is significant for PinddanShraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There is other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Bhimkund and the ""Mukh"" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee.
Later drive to Rudraprayag.
On arrive check –in at hotel and night stay.
Tapt-Kund - Just beneath the Shree Badrinath Ji temple lies the Tapt Kund hot sulfur spring that has a high therapeutic worth. It is a freshwater pool with the washing region of 16.1/2 feet by 14.1/4 feet. Despite the fact that the typical temperature of the spring is 55°c, the temperature of water continues expanding continuously amid the day. A dunk in Tapt Kund is viewed as a decent restorative cure for skin illnesses.
NaradKund - NaradKund is arranged close Tapt Kund. It is accepted that the Badrinath icon was acquired from this Kund, NaradKund boiling hot water spring is situated under the GarurShila and holds a therapeutic worth. Fans take a plunge in this Kund before entering the Badrinath sanctuary for Darshan of Lord Badrinath.
Vyas & Ganesh-Gufa - Vyas & Ganesh-Gufa cavern is situated in the Mana Village alongside numerous different caverns. It is accepted that in this cavern Ved Vyas directed his acclaimed epic of Mahabharata to Ganesh and accordingly it has been named Vyas Gufa. There is an icon of Ved Vyas indicated composition the granth (epic book) inside this hole.
Beginning Source of Saraswati River - Manibhadrapur which is known as Mana village, the beginning source of river Saraswati. Bhimpul (bridge) according to myth it is built by Bhima during period of the Mahabharata.
After breakfast, drive to Haridwar via Rishikesh local sightseeing like Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, Triveni ghat temples and Ashrams.
Check in at hotel. An overnight stay.
Breakfast at hotel, check out and drive to Delhi, on arrive you will transfer to airport to board your flight.
Drive from Delhi to Nainital in the morning.
Upon arrival Nainital, get check-in hotel.
Later in the afternoon proceed to visit the famous Nainital lake and Naini devi temple. Enjoy boating on the lake.
Overnight at Nainital.
After breakfast proceed to beautiful lake tour. Visit Bhimtal, Sattal and Naukuchiatal.
Bhimtal is located at a distance of 22 kms away from Nainital. The distance between Naukuchiatal and Bhimtal is only 4 kms. Sattal is at a walkable distance of approx. 3 kms from Bhimtal.
Return to Nainital and rest of the day is free
Overnight at Nainital.
Post breakfast, leave for Kausani via Ranikhet, which gives surreal views of Nanda Devi peak.
At Ranikhet visit Chaubatia gardens known for fruit orchards, Kalikatemples and Bhalu Dam.
Upon arrival at Kausani check in hotel
Evening is at leisure
Overnight stay at Kausani
Breakfast at hotel
Later proceed to full day sightseeing.
Visit Rudradhari falls and caves which is bounded by the paddy fields and green pine forests.
Afterwards visit Baijnath temple, Kausani tea estate.
Evening is at leisure
Overnight stay at Kausani
After a leisurely breakfast checkout and proceed to Binsar.
On arrival Binsar, check-in hotel and get freshen up.
Later will proceed to Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary. Herein you can bask in the wilderness of the woods.
Rest of the day is free to explore the surrounding on your own
Overnight at Binsar
After breakfast, proceed to the famous shrines located in and around Binsar like Bineshwar Mahadev Temple and Jageshwar Temple Complex.
Rest of the day is free to enjoy the scenic beauty of various Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi, Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Trishul, Panchchuli and Nanda Kot.
Overnight at Binsar
Breakfast at hotel and check-out
Proceed to Almora, which is very pleasant 2hrs short drive.
On arrival check-in hotel.
Spend the day at leisure on the lap of mother nature
Overnight at Almora
After breakfast in the morning, drive back to Delhi.
On arrival you will be transferred to airport or railway station for your journey back home.
Drive from Delhi to Mussooriein the morning.
During the eight-hour journey, from Delhi to Mussoorie, enjoy a short stopover at Dehradun to visit Buddha Temple, Robber's Cave and Sahasradhara waterfall.
After a brief stop at Dehradun, drive to Mussoorie.
Upon arrival Mussoorie, get check-in hotel.
Evening free
Overnight at Mussoorie
Post breakfast, go for a sightseeing tour to Kempty Falls, the iconic tourist attractions of Mussoorie.
In the afternoon, visit Gun Hill, Lal Tibba, and Camel's Back Road.
Evening free
Overnight at Mussoorie
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, check out and drive to New Tehri, which is approximately 74 kilometers from Mussoorie.
During the journey, enjoy a short stopover at Dhanaulti to visit Surkanda Devi Temple.
Once you have explored Dhanaulti, the drive will continue to the final destination of the day, New Tehri.
Upon arrival in New Tehri, you will be transferred to hotel and after settling yourself comfortably in the hotel go for the sightseeing tour to Tehri Lake to see World’s largest hydroelectric projects.
Overnight stay at the New Tehri.
After breakfast, check-out and proceed to Pauri.
During the journey, stop at Devprayag, to see the breathtaking confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda River, and to visit the Raghunath Temple.
Later, continue drive to Pauri.
On arrival check-in hotel
Evening is at leisure
Overnight stay at the Pauri.
Breakfast and start your full day sightseeing tour with a visit to Kundalia, Kyunkaleshwar Mahadev, Nag Devta Temple, Laxmi Narayan Temple, and later drive to Khirsu, which is only 18 kilometers away from Pauri.
Evening is at leisure
Overnight stay at the Pauri.
After breakfast, check-out and drive to Lansdowne, which would take approximately 3 hours.
During the journey, stop at Jwalpa Devi Temple, which is sacred to Goddess Parvati.
Later, continue the ride to Lansdowne.
On arrival, check-in hotel and rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight stay at the Lansdowne
After breakfast, proceed to Lansdowne sightseeing tour.
visit St. John’s Church, St. Marry’s Church, Lansdowne Lake (Bhulla Tal), Tarkeshwar Mahadev.
Afternoon, return to hotel
Spend the evening on your own
Overnight stay at the Lansdowne
After breakfast in the morning, drive back to Delhi.
On arrival you will be transferred to airport or railway station for your journey back home.
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