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Flight to Delhi
Board your flight from London to Delhi.
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Arrive Delhi - New Delhi Sightseeing
On arrival after clearance of customs and immigration, meet your representative and transfer to Delhi Hotel, check in and rest. Afternoon procced for an extensive sightseeing tour of New Delhi, includes visit to Humayun’s Tomb – Built in the mid-16th century by Haji Begum, senior wife of Humayun, the second Mughal emperor, Humayun’s Tomb is an early example of Mughal architecture built in Delhi. Later visit Lotus temple (known as Bahai Temple), Qutub Minar – 13km to the south of Connaught Circus at Lalkote of 8th century Tomor Rajputs, the 72.5mts high Victory Pillar stands as a victory stand of a Muslim King Qutub-ud-din-Aibak in India. A later afternoon drive along the ceremonial avenue – Rajpath, past the imposing India Gate, Parliament House, The President’s Residence, and a drive through the Diplomatic Enclave. Rest of evening to relax at hotel. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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03
Old Delhi Sightseeing - Rishikesh - Haridwar
After breakfast, today proceed for morning sight seeing of Old Delhi, visit - Red Fort (Drive Pass). Followed by visit to Jama Masjid -Jama Masjid the splendid mosque built by Muhammad Ali Shah in the typical Mughal style with two minarets and three domes, lies to the west of the Hussainabad Imambara. Raj Ghat - the memorial site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Afternoon return to hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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04
Delhi - Haridwar - Rishikesh (230km/Appro 6hrs drive)
Today after breakfast, check out of the hotel and drive to Haridwar. On arrival proceed for a half day city tour, visit the temple city of Haridwar includes Mansa Devi Temple, Bharat Mata Temple visit Har Ki Pauri for evening Ganga Aarti. Later drive to Rishikesh – the city of Yoga and Meditation. On arrival, check in to hotel and rest. Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
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05
Rishikesh
Morning session of Yoga and Meditation for 45min. After breakfast, procced for Ashram Tour: visit Geeta Ashram, Bhart Mata Temple, Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula. Afternoon return to hotel for lunch and rest. Evening proceed to Experience Ganga Arti in Parmarth Niketan. Dinner and overnight stay in Rishikesh.
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06
Haridwar - Barkot (180km/Appro 7hrs drive)
After breakfast check out and proceed to Barkot, enroute stop at Hanuman-Chatti, a small village famous for cave temples located near the village. On this day, the road goes along the river Yamuna.
Barkot is situated at an elevation of1,220 meters above sea level, Barkot is one of the popular destinations situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, located in the higher Himalayan ranges. The district is a part of Garhwal division. The Barkot city is surrounded on the north by the Dehradun district, on the northeast by Tibet, on the east by Chamoli, on the southeast by the Rudraprayag district and on the south by Tehri Garhwal district. It receives water from two holy rivers, namely Ganga and Yamuna. The Yamunotri Dham is around 50 Km far from Barkot. Many devotees stay here on their visit to Yamunotri Dham. From Barkot, one can easily view magnificent peak of Banderpoonch, and it is an ideal holidaying and adventure destination for nature lovers and adventurers as the place proffers with many beautiful apple orchards, ravishing landscapes, scenic views, and trekking excursions. On arrival check into hotel for dinner and overnight stay in Barkot.
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07
Barkot - Jankichatti –Yamunotri - Barkot (50kms drive/approx 6kms Trek/2hrs on foot one way)
After breakfast drive to Janki Chatti (“chatti” – stop on the way of pilgrims) by jeep. Janki Chatti is the starting point of the trek to Yamunotri Dham. On arrival at Janki Chatti, you will start trek (6km) to reach Yamunotri Dham (Temple). You have an option to either walk or hire Pony or by Doli at your own expense. A winding mountain trail leads to Yamunotri, the source of the river Yamuna and the dwelling place of the goddess of the same name. The Yamuna River is the second largest after the Ganges in India.
On arrival to the holy temple, perform pooja and darshan. You can walk along the trail or ride a pony (for an additional fee). Tourists take cooked rice from Yamunotri dham to home as "Prasad". "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, Visit the temple and the sacred thermal springs. The most famous thermal lake is named after the sun god – Surya Kund. Evening return to hotel for overnight stay in Barkot.
Note: Pilgrims may hire palkis and horse for riding on direct payment basis.
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08
Barkot - Uttarakashi (80km/Approx 2-3hrs drive)
Today after breakfast check out and proceed to Uttarkashi. Late afternoon, arrive at Uttarkashi, check into hotel and rest of the day at leisure or take a walk for local attractions. Evening visit famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to legend, the first temple on this site was founded by Parashurama. Overnight stay in Uttarakashi.
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09
Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100kms/ Approx 3-4hrs drive)
Today after breakfast proceed to Gangotri(elevation of 3200mts above sea level), en-route visit the picturesque Harshil Valley and the hot springs in Ganganani. Geographically, the most sacred river of the Ganges of the Indians begins where the three sacred mountain streams merge – Alaknanda, Mandakini and Bhagirath. They all originate in the glaciers of the Garhwal Himalayas. This place is called “Gomukh” (cow face). 19km from Gomukha downstream is the village of Gangotri, where the statue of Ganga Devi lives in the temple. Gangotri is in cedar forests. This uniquely beautiful place is of paramount importance and holiness for Hindus. Pilgrims visit from all over the country. On arrival at Gangotri, take a holy dip in river Bhagirathi (icy cold water). Perform Pooja and Hindu rites at the riverbank, then proceed for darshan of Mata Ganga, Lord Shiva, Hanuman, Vinayka and Bhagirath Maharaj. Later return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
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10
Uttarkashi - Guptakashi (200km/Approx 7-8hrs drive)
Morning check out and procced towards Guptakashi. On arrival check into hotel and evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Guptkashi.
Guptakashi (“hidden Kashi”) – a temple city with beautiful views of the snowy peaks, located in the Garhwal Himalayas, is one of the most important and beautiful centres of pilgrimage. It is believed that the Pandavas after the Battle of Kurukshetra described in the Mahabharata, wanted to atone for Shiva for fratricide. He wanted to avoid meeting them at Kashi and went to Guptakashi in the form of a bull, Nandi. Bhima exposed the deity, and the brothers tried to grab the bull by the tail and paws, but he disappeared into the cave to return to five different forms of Shiva. This disappearance gave the name of the city.
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Guptkashi - Kedarnath (By Trek 18kms one way/OR By Helicopter)
Today visit the holy shrine of Shri Kedarnath ji. After breakfast, drive to Sonprayag. On arrival trek 2kms to Gaurikund (Starting point for Trek) by using Local Transport & Trek to Kedarnath.
By Helicopter – Early morning at 6:30 report to helipad, where you can board helicopter and fly to Kedarnath, check in at hotel, later visit Temple for performing pooja and Darshan.
By Trek – To visit Kedarnath Dham by foot. The 19km one way trek starts from Gauri Kund. Overnight stay is compulsory if pilgrims chooses to trek to Kedarnath Dham.
Note: The 19km trekking distance can be covered by horse ride or by Palkis. (Carried by four men) on direct payment basis. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woollen cloths, toiletries, and pair of spare clothes. Overnight stay at the Ashram.
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.
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Kedarnath - Down Trek/Helicopter/Guptkashi (By Trek 18km/By Helicopter)
Morning Darshan, later check out from ashram and trek towards Gaurikund. On arrival board the jeep and drive to Guptkashi. On arrival, check in to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
Via Helicopter: Early morning at 6:30 report to helipad and fly down to Guptkashi, later you will be transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
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Guptkashi - Badrinath (190km/Approx 7-8hrs drive)
After breakfast check out and drive towards Badrinath. Badrinath is a village located at an altitude of 3133m, protected by the mountains of Nara and Narayana on the bank of the Alakananda River. The place of appearance and the abode of Nara-Narayana, which, along with Gangotri, Yamunotri and Kedarnath, is revered as one of the four Garvale shrines.
The name of the temple “Badrinath” is associated with the ancient tradition, according to which, Lord Vishnu performed austerity in this place. To save her husband from the scorching rays of the sun, the goddess Lakshmi took the form of a tree of Vishala-Badari (Great Fig tree), hiding the god under the shade of the branches. Satisfied with the devotion of a consort, Lord Vishnu said that from now on this place would bear her name. The gates of the temple are open only six months a year. This is due to extreme weather conditions in the Himalayas. At the entrance to the temple are the sacred hot springs. Those interested can visit the village of Manna – located on the Indo-Tibetan border and Vasudhara Falls.
On arrival in Badrinath Dham and check in to the hotel, rest and relax. Overnight stay in Badrinath
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14
Badrinath
Early morning head towards Tapt Kund for holy dip (Hot water spring) near the main temple and visit the holy shrine of Shri Badrinath Ji. After Pooja and darshan return to your hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, check out from hotel and visit Mana Village (The Last village of India before Tibetan border). Later drive back to Rudraprayag. On arrival check into hotel, rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Badrinath
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Badrinath - Rishikesh (300km/Approx 10hrs)
After breakfast, have bath in Tapt Kundvisit & Darshan of Badrivishal. later check out and drive to Rishikesh. On arrival, check into hotel and rest. Evening visit Triveni Ghat for Ganga Aarti. Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
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Rishikesh - Delhi (235Km/Approx 5-6hrs Drive)
After Breakfast check out and drive to Delhi. Upon arrival check into hotel, evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Delhi (Akshardham Visit)
After Breakfast, visit Akshardham Temple. Afternoon return to hotel and rest of the evening at leisure to enjoy hotel facilities or enjoy shopping. Overnight stay in Delhi.
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Delhi Departure
After Breakfast, depending on your flight timing, transfer to international airport for your onwards flight back home.
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