Chardham Yatra Tour Package| Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath

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The Chardham Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in India, located amidst the breathtaking Himalayan ranges of Uttarakhand. Chardham refers to four holy shrines — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — each dedicated to different deities and holding immense spiritual significance in Hinduism. Surrounded by snow-clad peaks, lush valleys, gushing rivers, and serene landscapes, the Chardham circuit offers not just a divine experience but also a rejuvenating journey into nature’s lap. The pilgrimage is said to wash away sins and open the doors of salvation.

At Radhika Tour & Travel, we provide the best Chardham Tour Package that blends spirituality with comfort. With well-planned itineraries, deluxe accommodations, professional guides, and safe transportation, we ensure your journey to the abode of the gods remains memorable and hassle-free. Our package is crafted keeping in mind both spiritual seekers and nature lovers who wish to explore the scenic beauty of Uttarakhand along with divine blessings.

Yamunotri: the first Chardham (going from left to right, as is traditionally stipulated), is one of the most revered temples in India. Yamunotri is the source of the scared river Yamuna that originates from the glacial lake of Saptarishikund, at an altitude of 4,421 meters. Dedicated to capricious goddess Yamuna, this ancient temple has been a pilgrimage for centuries. Starting at Rishikesh, the yatra takes the pilgrim through some of the most beautiful panoramas, and eventually on the 14-kilometer arduous trek from Hanuman Chatti that is not merely visually and physically stimulating but spiritually uplifting. Radhika tour and travels Gmail - radhikatravels2024@gmail.com Contact no. 9455536211, 7987173120, 7302062565

Gangotri: Ganga, India’s most scared river is inextricably linked to our past present and future; it is the very essence of our cycle of life and death. The journey to its sources is to reinforce those systems of belief that have been held sacred by our ancestors for centuries. The pilgrimage begins at Rishikesh an ancient holy town and leads the traveler through majestic vistas stunning valley and beautiful meadows to eventually end at the holy temple of Gangotri. all through the journey, it is the glimpses of the ganga in all its moodsplayful placid and turbulent - that inspire the pilgrim to continue this journey towards spiritual salvation.

Kedarnath: set in the beautiful Mandakini valley cupped by lofty peaks the majestic Kedarnath temple stands on a glacial terrace remnant of an ancient glacier – long since melted this is Lord Shiv’s territory – and the region is a living testimony to his adventures and exploits the temple is believed to have been built by the Pandavas protagonists of the Mahabharat as a tribute to lord shiv having forgiven then for fratricide after an exciting chase through the Himalayas the journey to Kedarnath the most significant of the 12 jyotirlingas located in different parts of India – is to relive these ancient tales and legends, and to become one with God.

Badrinath: The Badrinath shrine is believed to be as old as time itself. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, this temple was re-established by Adishankracharya in the 8th century as part of his mission to revitalize Hinduism. Located on the banks of the Rishi Ganga (Alaknanda), the temple, and the numerous ancient sites around it, is indeed a worthy goal to aim for. The last 11 kilometers to Badrinath is a steep ascent. At Devdarshni, the vista of the entire Badrinath valley appears before you – the township, the magnificent façade of the temple and the twin peaks Nar and Narayan as if standing guard on its either side, and the Neelkanth shining like a crown on its head! And immediately you feel the spiritual upliftment that such a magnificent site inspires.

Day	Route	Distance / Duration	Stay / Meals
Day 01	Haridwar – Barkot	Drive: 185 km, 7-8 hours	Stay + Dinner
Day 02	Barkot – Yamunotri	Drive: 40 km \| Trek: 6 km	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 02 (Return)	Yamunotri – Barkot	Trek: 6 km \| Drive: 40 km	—
Day 03	Barkot – Uttarkashi	Drive: 100 km, 3.5 hours	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 04	Uttarkashi – Gangotri	Drive: 100 km, 4 hours	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 04 (Return)	Gangotri – Uttarkashi	Drive: 100 km, 4 hours	—
Day 05	Uttarkashi – Guptkashi	Drive: 196 km, 7 hours	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 06	Guptkashi – Kedarnath	Drive: 35 km \| Trek: 16 km	Stay + Breakfast
Day 07	Kedarnath – Guptkashi	Trek: 16 km \| Drive: 35 km	Stay + Dinner
Day 08	Guptkashi – Badrinath	Drive: 200 km, 10 hours	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 09	Badrinath – Karnaprayag	Drive: 160 km, 6 hours	Stay + Breakfast + Dinner
Day 10	Karnaprayag – Haridwar	Drive: 180 km, 6 hours	Breakfast

Top Highlights

Visit the sacred shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
Enjoy mesmerizing Himalayan landscapes, rivers, and snow-capped mountains
Attend divine aartis and rituals at each temple
Trekking experience to Kedarnath (or optional helicopter service)
Explore famous sites like Haridwar, Rishikesh, Guptkashi, Rudraprayag, and Joshimath
Comfortable accommodation with meals included
Expert tour guides and seamless transportation services
Witness the holy confluence of rivers at Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag

Day 01 :

HARIDWAR TO BARKOT (185 KM, 6-7 HOURS)

Arrive at Haridwar railway station, where our representatives will warmly welcome you. Embark on a picturesque 185 km drive to Barkot. En route, explore the Enchanting town of Mussoorie, known as the “queen of hills”, and the historic Lakhamandal. Check-in at the hotel upon reaching Barkot, a charming town situated at an elevation of 1,280m. enjoy the breath-taking views of the snow-capped peaks of bandar Poonch.

Mussoorie, often called the “queen of hills,” is a charming town offering stunning views of snow-capped mountains to the north-east and the shimmering landscapes of the doon valleys and Shivalik ranges to the south. With its once-described ‘fairyland’ ambiance, Mussoorie is situated approximately 90km from Haridwar, making the journey a delightful two and a half hours.

Lakhamandal is a place steeped in Mahabharata lore. According to legends, it served as a refuge for the Pandavas during their Agyatwaas (period of exile). Notably, Lakshagriha. The wax house, stands as a significant relic from that ancient era. The town is home to an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to lord shiva, highly revered by followers of the shakti cult. Surrounded by majestic mountains and bordered by the Yamuna River, Lakhamandal derives its name from the combination of “Lakha.” Meaning “lakhs.” And “Mandal,” meaning “lingam.” Recognized as a site of national importance, this monument is protected under the ancient monuments and archaeological sites and remains act of 1958 (24 of 1958).

Day 02 :

BARKOT TO YAMUNOTRI (40KM DRIVE, 7 KM TREK)

Early morning, head to Janki Chatti and begin your trek to Yamunotri, the sacred source of the Yamuna River. The ancient temple dedicated to goddess Yamuna is perched at an altitude of 4,421 meters. After the visit, return to Barkot for an overnight stay.

Day 03 :

BARKOT TO UTTARKASHI (100KM, 3.5 HOURS

Drive to Uttarkashi after breakfast, with a stop at the natural marvel, shiv gufa, in Mahargaon. Witness a naturally formed Shivling and other ice sculptures in the cave. Continue to Uttarkashi, where you can explore the Vishwanath temple and the shakti temple. Overnight stay in Barkot. Shiv gufa is a natural cave found in Mahargaon on the Yamunotri – Uttarkashi Road. Inside the cave, there is a naturally formed Shivling, with water falling on it continuously. The cave also features natural ice sculptures of shiva, Ganesha, Trishul, lotus, and Om. Filled with knee-deep water, the cave accommodates only four people at a time, and you can hear the soothing sounds of falling water. The Vishwanath Temple holds great significant in this region as the most important and ancient holy shrine. Among the various temples in Uttarkashi, the lord Vishwanath stands out. Lord shiva, the main deity, is worshipped throughout the day. In the evenings, visitors are welcomed by the sound of bells and the chanting of mantras during the puja. Adjacent to the Vishwanath temple is the shakti temple, dedicated to the goddess of strength. The temple’s large bras trident has an inscription detailing its constructions, starting that king Ganeshwar built the temple, and his son Guh, a great warrior, erected the trident. The trident is 26 feet high, with a base measuring 8 feet 9 inches and a top circumference of 18.5 inches

Day 04 :

UTTARKASHI TO GANGOTRI AND DRIVE BACK (200 KM, 9 HOURS)

Embark on an early morning drive to Gangotri, taking a holy dip in the hot water of Gangnani Kund en route. Visit the Gangotri temple and enjoy the scenic beauty of Harsil village. Return to Uttarkashi for an overnight stay. GANGNANI is a small town situated 46 kms from Uttarkashi on the route to Gangotri. It is famous for its hot water springs, Gangnani is a perfect place for rejuvenation. The hot water spring at Gangnani is called Rishikund. Most of the devotes take the holy dip in this natural hot water spring before heading towards Gangotri. A temple dedicated to sage parasara; father of Veda Vyas lies in Gangnani. HARSIL is an unspoiled and hidden jewel of Uttarakhand state, situated in a picturesque valley inhabited by the Bhotia tribes at an altitude of around 2620 meters. It is located at a distance of 75 km from Uttarkashi and 25km from Gangotri on Uttarkashi – Gangotri road. The temperature of Harsil remains pleasant during summers and reaches the freezing point during winters. The Bhagirathi River serves as an ideal companion for this sleepy town.

Day 05 :

UTTARKASHI TO SONPRAYAG/RAMPUR (230 KM, 9 HOURS)

After breakfast, drive to Sonprayag, a place of great significance. Visit the ancient Vishwanath temple, Ardhnareshwar temple, and Manikarnik Kund. Overnight stay in in Sonprayag. GUPTKASHI: Guptkashi has a great importance quite like that of Kashi. The ancient Vishwanath temple, Ardhnareshwar temple and Manikarnik Kund, where the two streams of ganga and Yamuna are believed to meet, are the main places of attraction in Guptkashi. It is believed that after the battle of Mahabharat, the Pandavas wanted to meet lord shiva and seek his blessing. But lord shiva evaded from Guptkashi to Kedarnath as he did not want to meet the Pandavas, the reason being that although they had fought for the right cause, they were also responsible for destroying their own dynasty.

Day 06 :

SONPRAYAG TO GAURIKUND TO KEDARNATH (1KM DRIVE, 7KM TREK)

Begin your day with a drive to Sonprayag and then take a local jeep to Gaurikund. From Gaurikund, commence an 18 km trek to Kedarnath. Check in at your ashram for an overnight stay.

Day 07 :

KEDARNATH TO GAURIKUND TO SONPRAYAG (1KM DRIVE 18KM TREK)

Visit the sacred Kedarnath temple in the morning. Followed by a trek down to Gaurikund. Drive back to Sonprayag for an overnight stay.

Day 08 :

Sonprayag to Badrinath (210km, 10 hours)

Drive to the revered town of Badrinath, known for its spiritual significance. Visit mana village, Bhimpul, Saraswathi river, Vyas gufa, and Ganesh gufa. Overnight stay in Badrinath.

MANA VILLAGE is the last village at the Indio-/China border. Mana is inhabited by Indo-Mongolian tribes often called as bhotias. It is being designated as a “Tourism Village” by the Uttarakhand government. It is the one of the best tourist destinations near Badrinath, just 03km from drivable distance from Badrinath town. BHIM PUL is an enthralling and adventures place with mythological importance. This is the place where Bheem threw a big massif rock to make a path joining two mountains so that Draupadi could walk easily on it. Saraswati river is coming from between the mountain with immense force to merge with the water of Alaknanda river. VYAS CAVE is an ancient cave situated close to mana village; it is believed that it is the place where sage Vyas composed the Mahabharat epic with the help of Lord Ganesha. GANESH CAVE cocooned in mana village is natural formed cave. As per Hindu beliefs, it is said that Ganesha penned Mahabharat in this cave as dedicated by rishi Vyas. This cave is close to Vyas cave.

Day 09 :

BADRINATH TO KARNAPRAYAG (160KM, 6 HOURS)

After the morning darshan at Badrinath temple drive to Rudraprayag, with a visit to Joshimath. Explore the town known for its religious importance and ancient Kalpriksha tree. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag. JOSHIMATH is a popular hill station situated on slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhuli Ganga rivers. Joshimath is one of the four ‘Maths’ established by Adi Shankaracharya in 8th century. Joshimath is also the home of one of the oldest trees of India – Kalp – Vriksha, believed to be 2400 old. It is also the base for many trekking routes and just close to it is Auli, which is the famous ski resort of India. RUDRAPRAYAG - named after lord shiva (Rudra), Rudraprayag is situated at the holy confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, at a distance of 34km from Srinagar (Garhwal). The presence of two separate routes Badrinath and Kedarnath Dham from Rudraprayag render great importance to the place. The town is situated at the confluence of the river Alaknanda and River Mandakini. It has a special religious significance for many people as well. It is said that the place where the two rivers meet resembles two sisters embracing each other and there is a unique beauty about the place. Many visitors travel to the place to witness this phenomenon every year.