AMAZING KEDARNATH & BADRINATH TREK

Today, you will begin the drive from Delhi to Haridwar. The drive will take you through the towns and villages across the Gangetic plains, before reaching Haridwar, nestled against the foothills of the Himalayas. On arrival at there go to visit the local sightseeing of there such as Ram Jhula, Mansa Devi Temple, Rope way Ganga JikiAarti at Harki Pori. After that in the evening return back to the hotel dinner & overnight stay at the hotel.

Morning after breakfast, move to Guptkashi via Dev Prayag, Rudraprayag & Agastmuni. On the way you can see the beautiful view. You can also visit Mandakini, it River comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi, visit Ardh Narishwar Temple in Guptakashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Guptakashi. Stay overnight at the Guptakashi. Guptakashi:- 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 Guptkashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible relations as well-the Kedarnath pandas (priests) live in Guptkashi 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.   Guptkashi Weather – Agreeable in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.

Early morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath dham. Enjoy Kedarnath Darshan. Stay overnight at Kedarnath.   By Helicopter: Morning our driver will drop you your prebook Helipad. You can inform driver about your arrival time whether it will by helicopter or by trek, so that Driver will be there to pick you up. (Note: helicopter ticket is not included in this package).   By Trek: Morning our driver will transfer you at Gaurikund & then your trek start for kedarnath ji. After darshan you follow same & return to Sonpraag. There is big parking issue so driver will back to other palace if his contact no. in not working then you have to arrange other taxi or wait for your driver.   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. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in the Kurukshetra war, feel guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for ransom. 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.   Kedarnath Weather – Due to its high elevation the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for most part of the year. Summer here is cool and agreeable while winter is severe. During summer season the temperature varies around 20°Celsius. Light woolen wear is recommended. Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with mercury falling to as low as 0°Celsius. During this time the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme chilly climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.

Morning after darshan, you will start your trek to Gaurikund. And after that on arrival at there, pick the cab and move to Guptkashi. Check in to the hotel arrival dinner & overnights stay at there.

Morning after breakfast, move to Badrinath vai Chamoli Gopeshwar temple. On arrival check in to the hotel at Badrinath.  Pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in evening. Brahamakapal is important 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. Stay overnight at Badrinath.     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 and beautiful water fall. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath out of which 2 kms. is motor able up to Mana.     Bhim Pul: On the other side of Mana village, a heavy 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): Nearly Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have appeared the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.

Morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the taptkund have the darshan of Badrivishal. Braham Kamal is significant for pinddanshraddh of ancestors (pitrus)& visit beautiful village like mana, vyasgufa, maatamoorti, charanpaduka, bhimkund and the "mukh" of the saraswati River( if the sightseeing incomplete previous day). Later drive for Rudraprayag, On arrival you will check in hotel, dinner & overnight stay at Srinagar Garhwal.

After morning breakfast, moving for Rishikesh. Rishikesh ‘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. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of” Hrishikesh ” and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla. Stay overnight at Rishikesh. Rishikesh: Named after the Lord Vishnu, Rishikesh is a spiritual city for Hindus. Located in the foothills of the Himalaya in northern India it is also known as the yoga centre of the world and is home to many world renowned ashrams. Rishikesh styles itself as the ‘Yoga Capital of the World’, with masses of ashrams and all kinds of yoga and meditation classes. The fast-flowing Ganges is surrounded by forested hills inside the city. Apart from temples and ashrams Rishikesh is now a popular white-water rafting centre, backpacker hang-out, and gateway to treks in the Himalaya.

After breakfast depart for Delhi (260 Kms / 7.5 hours) for your onward connection. Tour ends at the arrival.   Package Inclusions:-

• Accommodation in 02 Rooms at the hotel.
• Daily Breakfast and dinner at Each Hotel.
• Transfer and sight seeing by Dzire / Etioz Or similar cab for entire tour.
• Arrival and departure transfers
• All Taxes included (driver charges, fuel charges, toll taxes etc)
• GST Included

Package Exclusions:-

• Any Camera fee or Permit Expense.
• Any Personal Expense.
• Anything which is not mentioned above