Badrinath Kedarnath Tour

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
from/per person 17860
  • Accommodations
  • Car Rental
  • Accessibiliy
  • Monuments
  • Tour guide

Destination Covered:

Haridwar - Joshimath - Gaurikund - Kedarnath – Sonprayag


Description

"Badrinath Kedarnath Tour" is well designed package which gives you the chance to explore two most important pilgrimage destinations for Hindus in Uttarakhand: Badrinath and Kedarnath,, which is the part of the Chota Char Dham.

Badrinath is located at the heights of 10,170 feet, lies between the Nar and Narayana mountains on the banks of Alaknanda River. As per Hindi mythology, Badrinath is associated with Nara-Narayana as Vishnu's dual form. The town gets the name from the Holy temple of Badrinath. Kedarnath situated at the height of 3,583 meter above from sea level on the foothill of Himalaya on the Banks of Mandakini River, near Chorabari Glacier. Kedarnath is surrounded by Stunning snow caped mountains. Snow-fed mountains, rhododendron forests, and salubrious environment make the place truly enchanting. During the tour you will also get an opportunity to explore the holiest places for Hindus along with the picturesque surroundings. The tour starts from Haridwar, will cover Joshimath, Badrinath, Gaurikund, Kedarnath and Sonprayag. The duration of the package is 05 nights and 06 days.


Tour Highlights

» Darshan at Narsimha Temple
» Excursion to Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers
» Stopover at Rudraprayag, famous for the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini River.
» Trek to Kedarnathji Temple


Itinerary

Day 1 Haridwar to Joshimath (around 6hr 36min)

Main Attractions: - The Narasimha temple or a visit to Auli via lift chair car

Early morning, drive from Haridwar to Joshimath via Devprayag. En- route, visit Karanprayag and Nandprayag and head straight to Joshimath via Piplakoti and Chamoli. Joshimath is the seat of Adi Snkaracharya. It is the home to the Narsinghang Garuda temples. It is located at the height of 1890 meters above sea level. It is the gateway of various Himalayan peaks, trekking trails, pilgrim centers and camping. Arrive in Joshimath by late afternoon followed by a visit to the Narasimha temple or a visit to Auli via lift chair car. Stay overnight at Joshimath.


Day 2 Joshimath to Badrinath (around 1hr 11min)

Main Attractions: - Hemkund Sahib or valley of flower

After early breakfast, proceed to Badrinath. It is most important of all the Char Dham in India. Badrinath is located at the heights of 10,170 feet, lies between the Nar and Narayana mountains on the banks of Alaknanda River. Upon arrival in Badrinath check in to the hotel. After freshen up, proceed for excursion to Hemkund Sahib or valley of flower. Rest day is free at leisure. Overnight at hotel.


Day 3 Badrinath to Gaurikund (around 4hr 57min)

Main Attractions: - Darshan at Badrinath Temple

Proceed for early morning Darshan at Badrinath Temple, it is main temple of the town, devoted to lord Vishnu. It is situated at the height of 3,133 meter above from the sea level on the banks of river Alaknanda. Badrinath temple was constructed in 9th Century by Adi Guru Shankaracharya. After darshan , drive to Gaurikund via Chamoli-Nandprayag-Gauchar. En-route take a halt at Rudraprayag, it is popular for the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini River.

On arrival at Gaurikund, check in at hotel.In the evening, you explore the spectacular surroundings. Stay overnight at Gaurikund.


Day 4 Gaurikund To Kedarnath (about 14km)

Main Attractions: - 14 kilometer trek to Kedarnathji temple via pony, Kedarnathji temple for Aarti and Darshan.

Early morning, take a holly bath at the Garurkund, which is a hot spring, have breakfast at hotel. After breakfast, proceed for trekking to Kedarnath. Upon arrival, leave for 14 kilometer trek to Kedarnathji temple via pony. Arrive at Kedarnath by afternoon. Thereafter, take a rest for a while at bungalow, visit to Kedarnathji temple for Aarti and Darshan. It is one of the holiest temple for Hindus, which is one of the twelve jyotirlinga. The temple is devoted to lord Shiva. The temple is located at the height of 11,755 feet on the banks of Mandakini River,a tributary of Ganga. Stay overnight at Kedarnath.


Day 5 Kedarnath to Gaurikund – Sonprayag

Main Attractions: - trek down to Gaurikund from Kedarnathji

Morning after breakfast, trek down to Gaurikund from Kedarnathji, upon arrival at Gaurikund, drive towards Sonprayag. On arrival at Sonprayag, check in to the hotel for overnight stay.


Day 6 Sonprayag to Haridwar (around 5hr 44min)

Main Attractions: - Sonprayag to Haridwar

On the last day of the tour, after breakfast, drive to Haridwar for your onward journey.

 

We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.

Hotels

Subject to availability at the time of booking or else similar hotels will be suggested: -
Destinations Deluxe Premium Luxury Nights
Joshimath Hotel Mount View Joshimath / similar Hotel Snow Crest / Similar Hotel Le Meadows / Similar 01 Night
Badrinath Hotel Narayan Palace / Similar Sarovar Portico Badrinath / Similar Sarovar Portico Badrinath / Similar 01 Night
Gaurikund GMVN Tourist Bungalow / Similar Devlok Hotel & Restaurant / Similar Hotel Narayana N Invitation / Similar 01 Night
Kedarnath Shivalik Valley Resorts / Similar Shivalik Valley Resorts / Similar Hotel The Kailash Residency / Similar 01 Night
Sonprayag Hotel Le Meadows / Similar Hotel Le Meadows / Similar Hotel Le Meadows / Similar 01 Night

Package Inclusions

1. Accommodation for 05 Nights / 06 Days
2. Daily buffet breakfast.
3. Transportation by private air-conditioned car for all arrivals, Departures, sightseeing and inter-city drives as per the itinerary.
4. Services of English speaking guide at the major destinations.
5. Services of Tour Representative on all arrivals and departures.
6. Fuel charges, toll tax, state tax & parking charge
7. All presently applicable luxury taxes.


Package Exclusions

1. Entrance fees at monuments/parks/museums.
2. Items of personal nature like drinks on table, laundry, telephone bills etc.
3. Meals other than mentioned above.
4. Indian visa fees or international airfare / domestic flight fare / train ticket
5. Steal Camera or video charges levied by some monuments.
6. Any other shopping and personal purchase.
7. Medical Requirements on request.
8. Service Tax as per government.
9. Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.