Day 01:Delhi – Haridwar (205 Kms. 6 hrs)

In the morning drive to Haridwar from Delhi via Meerut and Roorkee. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. Later, in the evening visit the pious Har Ki Pauri for Aarti Darshan. Thereafter unwind yourself through a comfortable overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 02: Haridwar – Barkot (215 Kms/5 – 6 hrs)

Post breakfast, drive to Barkot via Dehradun and Mussoorie. En-route enjoy lunch in Mussoorie and then continue the journey. You will reach Barkot by evening, upon arrival check into a luxury Swiss tent for an overnight stay.

Day 03: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot 42 kms Drive / 6 kms trek.

In the morning after an early breakfast, head off for a 42 km drive towards Janki Chatti. Upon arrival, begin your 6 km trek towards Yamunotri. Once reached, visit the main Yamunotri temple for darshan; fold your hands and bow your head down before the Goddess Yamuna, and take her blessings for the pilgrimage. After paying homage, trek back to Janki Chatti in evening. From here our driver will take you back to Barkot, there you will enjoy an overnight stay in the camp.

Day 04: Barkot – Uttarkashi (Drive 82 Kms, 04 hrs)

Begin the morning with an 82 km long drive to Uttarakashi. In the journey visit the Prakateshwar Cave, a natural limestone cave that is famous for having formations resembling the holy shivling. Upon arrival at Uttarakashi, check into a hotel. In the evening visit the Vishwanath Temple and later return back to the hotel for an overnight stay. Uttarakashi : It is situated at the bank of the Bhagirathi River and is bestowed with various famous shrines. To name a few- Vishwanath, Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav, Gyaneshwar and Kuteti Devi Temple.

Day 05: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100 km one side)

Drive to Gangotri early in the morning. Once reached, take a holy dip in the pious water of the holy river Ganges, (also known as Bhagirathi). Perform the respective rituals and bask in the splendid and serene surroundings of the place. In the afternoon drive back to Uttarakashi and check into the hotel on arrival.

Day 06: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi (223 kms. Drive 9 – 10 hrs)

After an early breakfast, drive to Guptkashi. A late lunch is scheduled en-route at Molgarh/Tilwara/Ghansali. In the way, see the heritage city of Tehri slowly sinking into the mighty waters of the Holy River Ganges due to the construction of the Tehri Dam. Take a lunch break and then continue your journey with the wonderful view of the beautiful river Mandakini. You will reach Guptkashi by evening. Upon arrival check in to a hotel and have a relaxing overnight stay.

Day 07: Guptakashi – Kedarnath (32 kms Drive, 14 kms trek)

In the morning drive to Gaurikund (32 km from one side). Upon arrival, you will have to walk through a zigzag route. En-route the lunch is scheduled at Rambara. Post lunch continue trekking towards the Kedarnath Temple. On arrival, check into a hotel or tourist bungalow. Freshen up and visit the Kedarnath Temple. Pay homage at the holy shrine and then in the evening visit the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi, located just behind the temple. Return back to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 08: Kedarnath – Pipalkoti (14 Kms trek 145 kms Drive)

Trek down to Gaurikund in the morning, and on arrival drive towards Pipalkoti. By evening you will check into a hotel at Pipalkoti. Relax and enjoy an overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 09: Pipalkoti – Badrinath (72 kms)

In the morning, post breakfast drive to Shri Badrinath Ji. There are various temples that will fall in the way like the Narsingh Temple and Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi. Visit these shrines for attaining peace of mind and then continue the drive to Badrinath. Upon arrival, check into a hotel. Later, take a holy dip in the Tapt Kund, followed by a visit to the main temple. In the late afternoon, visit the Mana Village, the last village before the Tibetan border, Bheem Pul, Byas Cave & Ganesha Cave. Drive back to Badrinath and in the evening you can visit the shrine for Aarti Darshan. Later, enjoy an overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 10: Badrinath – Rudraprayag (160 kms)

If you want to see the Holy bath of the Sri Badrinath then wake up early in the morning by 03:30 am and enjoy the beautiful sight. After breakfast drive to Rudraprayag via Joshimath, Chamoli, Nanda Prayag and Karna Prayag. On arrival, check in to a hotel and have a comfortable overnight stay.

Day 11: Rudraprayag – Rishikesh (135 Kms 7 hrs)

In the morning drive to Rishikesh via Srinagar and Devprayag. Devprayag is the confluence of holy rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi; after meeting at this place, these two holy water bodies unite together to form the Ganges. Once arrived at Rishikesh, check into a hotel. Later visit the Laxman Jhula, followed by an overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 12: Rishikesh – Delhi (234 km)

In the morning after breakfast, drive back to Delhi. Arrive at Delhi by late afternoon. Tour and Services Ends

Day 01 (2016) : Rishikesh - Barkot (210kms/7-8hr)

After a sumptuous breakfast at your  hotel in Haridwar, start on your journey to Barkot, about 210 kilometers from  Haridwar. It is a very scenic mountain route. Stop by at the roaring Kempty  Falls, (Suggestible to have your lunch at Kemty fall as further no good  restaurants are available before Badkot). 

Lakahamandal – an Archaeological  Survey of India protected site (about 5 kilometers from the main road). Further  on, visit the ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. After paying your tribute  at this shrine, continue on your drive to Barkot. Barkot is a beautiful town  nestled in the Rawain Valley of Uttarkashi District on the banks of the Yamuna.  The locals of Rawain are very warm and friendly, though they have been cut off  from the rest of Garhwal due to its remote location. Their culture is similar  yet distinct from the rest of Garhwal; and it is this that makes this area  exceptionally interesting. This tour is a great chance to meet the locals, share  a meal with them, and learn a thing or two about their culture and heritage. You  can take in stunning views of the Banderpunch Range and the little villages  speckled on the lower reaches of the surrounding hills. The town is en route to  the Yamunotridham. On arrival, check-in at a pre-booked  Swiss Camps are approx 8 kms away from Badkot towards Yamunotri at Gangnani and  spend the night (Pls note as their is no good accommodation available at Badkot  or near by area hence we used swiss tents which is well equipped with basic  amenities like western toilet & washroom etc). Dinner will be served at the  camps dinning room. Overnight stay at Badkot.   
Weather -  Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius,  Winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from  10 deg to 05 deg.

Day 02 (2016): Barkot - Yamunotri (20kms drive & 6kms Trek (one side)

After breakfast, set out on a morning drive  about 20 kms up to Jankichatti. Further on, travel approx. 6 km on foot to  Yamunotri. Here you can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the  hot water of the kund (hot water spring). Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as  a "Prasad". Near the temple "Pooja" can be offered at Divyashilla, after taking  bath in Jamunabai Kund's warm water and paying tribute to "Yamunaji". After  offering prayers at the shrine, return to Janki Chatti, and further back to  Barkot. Return to your Camps in Barkot and spend the night.  
 
(Note: Pls prepare a small knapsack  for next day excursion to Gangotri carrying one woollen cloth/Jacket &  personal belongings if likes to have dip at hot water pond or at Yamuna river.  The trek of 6 kms is steep & strenuous too, pls make sure you are wearing  sturdy walking shoes preferably water proof,  rain coat and walking stick  (danda type stick is available at Janki Chatti too. It is suggestible to drink  more water to have more oxygen in body which make you easily acclimatize with  altitude. Pony/Palki are also available at Janki Chatti if likes to avoid the  trek)   

Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of  Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the  present century and rebuilt again. 

Surya Kund: There are a Number of  thermal springs in the vicinity of the temple, which flows into numerous pools.  The most important of these is Surya Kund.

Divya Shila: A rock pillar, worshipped  before entering the Yamunotri Temple.

Weather - In summer the maximum temp  is 18 degrees and the minimum is 10 degrees Celsius. The days are pleasantly  cool but the nights are cold.

Day 03(2016): Barkot - Uttarkashi  (120kms/5hr)

Morning at  leisure, after breakfast at 10:00 a.m drive to Uttarkashi. Enroute visit Nag  Devta temple & cave. Later check in at your hotel at Uttarkashi. At evening  visit ancient temple of Lord Vishwanath and temple of Shakti. Back to your hotel  for Dinner & Night stay.

(Note: Pls prepare a small knapsack  for next day excursion to Gangotri carrying one woollen cloth/Jacket &  personal belongings if likes to have dip at mighty river  Bhagirathi) 

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 Varun Parvat, on confluence  of two rivers Varuna and Asi, has a ghat called Manikarnika Ghat and has a  temple dedicated to Shiva (Kashi Vishwanath 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. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti at  morning and evening are offered. As per Skunda Puran, 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 04 (2016): Uttarkashi - Gangotri (100kms/3-4 each side)

Early morning  drive to Gangotri, enroute at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, 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, after that relax for  some time in the lovely surroundings. Return back to Uttarkashi. 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  Valle, this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left  bank.  

Day 05 (2016): Uttarkashi – Guptkashi  (220kms/8-9hr)  

Morning after 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. On arrival Check In at the Hotel, evening visit Ardh Narishwar  Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Note: En route you  can get local basic Dhaba’s for lunch or snacks, suggestible to carry some dry  fruits, fruits and ready made snacks with yourself along with some drinking  water. 

The name Gupt Kashi means "Hidden  Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a  glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Gupt Kashi, 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 Gupt Kashi during the winter  months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of  Kedarnath passes through Gupt Kashi 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 06 (2016): Guptkashi – Kedarnath(30 - 45min drive + Helicopter)  

Morning with  packed breakfast drive to Guptkashi / Phata / Sirsi helipad, the flights start  from 6.00 a.m and the shuttle is on first come first serve basis hence you are  requested to start from your hotel / camps at the earliest) Helicopter ride to  Kedarnath Ji, after darshan & Puja return to helipad fro fly back to  Phata/Sirsi helipad. Later transfer to your hotel for check out, later drive to  Rudraprayag. On the way you can visit confluence & a temple at Rudrapraya  followed by your drive to hotel. Check in at hotel, rest day at relax. Dinner  & overnight stay at Rudraprayag. 

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 Kedarnath in 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 Panch  Kedar.

(Note: Thermal  wears along with wind proof jacket is essential considering the weather  condition along with Puja Samagri and some snacks or dry fruits. You are allow  to carry small knapsack weighing max 2 kg/per person. Kedarnath temple is approx  300 mts away from Helipad and straight path is t follow to reach at temple.  Approx 2 hrs are granted to spend at Kedarnath. You are requested to finish your  darshan as soon as possible and return to helipad at the earliest to reach back  to Guptkashi in time)  

Day 07 (2016) : Rudraprayag - Badrinath (160kms/5-6hr)  

Morning after  early breakfast drive to Badrinath via Jshimath. Check in at Hotel.  In the evening, visit the Badrinath temple and pay  your respects at the shrine. Attend the pooja ceremony, see how the local  rituals are performed at the temple. After ‘darshan’ (visit to a holy place),  you can take a stroll around, photograph the temple, the spine of Himalayas  canvassing the horizon, and breathe in the divine ambience of Badrinath. Back to  your Hotel for dinner & night halt at Hotel.  

Day 08 (2016) :  Badrinath 

Full day visit the local  places of interest in Badrinath or for your own personal activities. Overnight  stay at Badrinath.

  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". 

Tapt Kund : Natural thermal springs on  the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering  the Badrinath temple. 

Narad Kund : A recess in the river,  near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered. 

Brahama Kapal : 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 Sesh  Netra Temple, Urvashi Temple and  Charanpaduka.

Mana Village : Inhabited by an  Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before  Tibet.

Bhim Pul : 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.

Note: If likes to join early morning  Shringar darshan & puja you are requested to book it on the day you reach  Badrinath, through temple office which is situated near the main temple or you  can book it with the help of local pandits will approach you when you reach  Badrinath at your hotel itself.  

Day 09(2016): Badrinath – Joshimath – (44 kms drive)

Early morning,  pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal.  Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh 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. 

These are some truly scenic spots  with great views of the gushing Ganges, the frosted pinnacles of the Himalayas  and some green hills flecked with country houses, lush farms, crystal springs  cutting through rocks and a sapphire blue sky. Depart for Joshimath at 1100  hours.  

En route, a stop will be made at  Vishnu Prayag, the confluence of Dhauli and Alaknanda Rivers. But for the  gurgling of the rivers, no sound of any kind catches your ear. The atmosphere is  one of sheer peace and tranquillity often broken by the twittering of birds or  the chatter of monkeys. On arriving at Joshimath, you will visit the Adi Guru  Sankarcharya Math. Later option to go to Auli via Ropeway which will not last at  hotel, one has to walk approx 300 mts from ropeway stand or can go to Resort  using resort’s vehicle near by their property. Spend a night at Auli. 

Joshimath is situated on the slopes above  the confluence of the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four 'Maths'  established by Adi Shankaracharya, 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 Nir 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 Bhavishya  Badri.

Day 10 (2016): Auli –  Joshimath – Haridwar (295 kms/9hr)

After breakfast drive back to Haridwar  via Rishikesh, On arrival check in at your hotel. Later at evening visit Ganga  Aarti at famous har Ki pauri. Dinner & overnight stay at Haridwar.