08 Nights/09 Days Teen Dham Yatra Package

Day 1: Delhi – Rishikesh(225 kms time taken 6 hours)

Upon arrival at Delhi Airport/ Station, Meet our Executive who will assist you to reach your pre booked vehicle for your trip to Teen DhamYatra in Uttarakhand. After meeting and greeting proceed to Rishikesh straight. Upon arrival at Rishikesh, check in to your pre booked hotel. Day at rest or leisure in Risihikesh, (Lunch on your own)Enjoy River rafting if needed to cool down in River Ganga. Visit to ParmarthNiketan Ashram, LaxmanJhoola, Ram Jhoola Evening attend Gang Aarti. Dinner at hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Rishikesh.
Weather - Generally Hot in afternoon pleasant evenings in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius, winter: The Days are pleasantly hot but the nights are pleasant in June,

Day 2: Rishikesh – Uttarkashi{190 kms6 hours Uttarkashi)

Early morning after breakfast, check out from hotel and Drive to Uttarkashi. Upon arrival check in to your pre booked hotel (Lunch on your own) later Day at Leisure on your own or visit Vishvanath temple in Uttarkashi. Dinner at hotel
Overnight at hotel in Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams and temples and also to the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering. The name of the town reflects its similarity to and location (as north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, town of Uttarkashi is situated on the Ganges, lies next to a hill named VarunParvat, on confluence of two rivers Varuna and Asi, has a ghat called ManikarnikaGhat and has a temple dedicated to Shiva (KashiVishwanath Temple) in the center of the town.
Vishwanath temple - Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. AkhandJyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti at morning and evening are offered. As per SkundaPuran, Uttarkashi is known as ‘Saumya Varanasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Shakti temple - Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga(Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here
Weather - Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights is pleasant,Cold in winters.

Day 3: Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100kms/3-4 each side)

This morning after breakfastdrive to Gangotri, enroute at Gangnani take a holy dip in GaramKund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its nature beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees, and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, (Lunch on your own at hotel or restaurant) after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Back to Uttarkashi. Dinner at hotel
Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.
Kedar Ganga Sangam: Around 100 Yards from the Ganga Temple flows the river Kedar Ganga. Starting from the Kedar Valley, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank.

Day 4: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi (220kms/8-9hr) HT: 1319 MTS

Today after relaxed breakfast drive straight to Guptkashi via Moolgarh&Lambgoan. Enroute you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini River comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi. (Lunch at hotel or restaurant on your own) On arrival check in at the Hotel, evening visit ArdhNarishwar Temple. Dinner at hotel.
Overnight stay at the Hotel in Guptakashi.
The name Guptkashi means "Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Guptkashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible connections as well-the Kedarnath pandas (hereditary pilgrimage priests) live in Guptkashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through Guptkashi on its way to Ukhimath (across the valley), where it stays for the winter. Weather - Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.

Day 5: Guptkashi – Kedarnath (By Helicopter) 0r 19 Kms Trek) HT: 3384 MTS.

Today after relaxed breakfast drive from Guptakashi to Helipad just 15 minutes’ drive to board your pre booked Helicopter service at your own cost with VIP Darshan of Shri Kedarnathji.
Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnathin the form of a bull. On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as PanchKedar. (Lunch at hotel or restaurant on your own)
Finally after Pooja and Darshan of Lord Kedarnath, fly down by helicopter to your helipad and drive back to your hotel in Guptkashi. Day at Rest & Dinner at hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Guptkashi.
Weather - Generally cold, the temperature ranges from 10-15 degree Celsius, winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from 20 deg to 05 deg.

Day 6: Guptkashi to Badrinath (190kms/7hr) HT: 3133 MTS

This morning after breakfast Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. (Lunch at hotel or restaurant on your own. Evening visit Badrinath Temple for Aarti. Dinner at hotel. Overnight at hotel in Bardrinath
Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four 'Maths' established by AdiShankaracharya, 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 Nar 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 BhavishyaBadri.
Badrinath one of the '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".
TaptKund : Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
NaradKund: A recess in the river, near TaptKund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
BrahamaKapal: A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform proppitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.
Sheshnetra: 1.5kms. Away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag's eye.
Charanpaduka: 3kms. Away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.
Mata Murty Temple: Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include SeshNetra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.
Mana Village: Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara: As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. From Badrinath out of which 2 kms. Is motor able uptoMana.
BhimPul: 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.

Day 7: Badrinath – Joshimath - Rudraprayag (160kms/7hr) HT: 895 MTS.

Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badri Vishal. Brahamakapal is significant for PinddanShraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kms of Badrinathjee. (Lunch on your own at hotel or restaurant) Later drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Dinner at hotel. Overnight at hotel in Rudraprayag.

Day 8: Rudraprayag – Haridwar (160kms/4hr)

Morning after relaxed Breakfast. Drive to Haridwar, the '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.
Upon arrival check in to your pre booked hotel.(Lunch on your own at hotel or restaurant) Day is for relax to get rid of your travel lethargy. If time permits visit Bharat Mata Mandir, BhumaNiketan, India Temple, PawanDham, Doodhadhari Temple & others. Evening visit Har-ki-Pauri for Ganga Aarti. The 'Aarti' worship of the Ganga after sunset and the floating 'dia' (lamp) is a moving ritual. Back to your hotel,Dinner at hotel.
Overnight stay in HaridwarWeather - Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 35-40 degree Celsius, winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from 20 deg to 05 deg.

Day 9: Haridwar – Delhi Drop

Today after relaxed breakfast time to keep all your memories in your mind and in your cameras with blessings of Maa Ganga, Kedar&Badri. Keep your luggage packed and on time checkout from hotel and drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival at Delhi on time drop at airport/station to board you flight to your own destination
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