Arrive Delhi by international flight
Arrive New Delhi, the capital city of
India, where you will be greeted by DESTINOS representative at the airport.
Upon arrival meeting assistance and
transfer to Delhi railway station to board train for Haridwar
Haridwar is one of the seven sacred
cities of India. For believers of the Hindus, it serves as the gateway to the abode of the gods
(in the translation of "Hari" - God and "Dvar" - the gate). Being one of the oldest cities in
the
world, Haridwar was mentioned in ancient Hindu epics. Haridwar is the first city in which the
Ganga River finally leaves the Himalayas and begins its long journey to the Bay of Bengal.
Visiting temples and sightseeing Haridwar. Presence at the evening ceremony Arathi on the
Ganges.
Overnight at the hotel in Haridwar
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast, early departure from
Haridwar to Barkot. On the way, stop at Massouri - Queen of the Mountains, for lunch. Massouri
is
a famous British mountain resort. In clear weather, the Massouri ranges offer views of the
valley
of Dehradun (the state capital of Uttarakhand) and the snow peaks of the Great Himalayan Range.
The next stop is Hanuman-Chatti, a small village famous for cave temples located near the
village.
On this day, the road goes along the river Yamuna
Overnight at the hotel in Barkot
Breakfast at the hotel
In the morning transfer to Janki-chatti
(“chatti” - stop on the way of pilgrims) by jeep. Here begins the track. 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.
In Yamunotri, you can take part in
worship in the temple. You can walk along the trail, or ride a pony (for an additional fee).
Visit
the temple and the sacred thermal springs. The most famous thermal lake is named after the sun
god
- Surya Kund.
Overnight at the hotel in Barkot.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Early in the morning after breakfast,
leave for Uttarkashi, visit the famous Vishwanath temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. According to
legend, the first temple on this site was founded by Parashurama. The temple is Shivalingam 60
cm
tall and 90 cm in circumference.
Moving to Gangotri. On the way, explore
the 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). 19 km from Gomukha downstream is the village of Gangotri, where the statue
of
Ganga Devi lives in the temple. Gangotri is located in the area of cedar forests. This uniquely
beautiful place is of paramount importance and holiness for Hindus. Pilgrims come here from all
over the country. On arrival check-into Guest house. After relax visit the temple for pray.
Gangotri: The shrine of Gangotri is
situated at an elevation of 3200 m surrounded by deodars and pines. The original temple was
constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa.
Every year people from all around the
world visit this shrine. A number of ashrams and dharamshalas are located on the other side of
the
river. It is believed that Raja Bhagirath used to worship Shiva on a slab of rock "Bhagirath
Shila" situated near the temple. Submerged in the river there is a natural Shivling where,
according to mythology, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Goddess Ganga in his matted locks. A
days trek takes one to Gomukh, the source of the mighty Ganges.
Overnight at the hotel in Gangotri
Breakfast at the hotel
Acclimatization day. Radial walks
around
the neighborhood. Walk along Gangotri with a visit to the snow-white Ganga Temple, Surya Kund
waterfall, the Cave of the Pandavas.
Overnight at the hotel in Gangotri
Breakfast at the hotel
In the morning meet our trekking crew
and
start your trek towards Bhojwassa via Chirbasa (3600mt). From Gangotri we move along the beaten
track towards Chirbasa, which is on tree line. The entire trek today is along the roaring
Bhagirathi River. Beyond Chirbasa the terrain becomes really desolate and barren. In fact, it
has
been referred to as Artic Tundra by many trekkers. From Chirbasa we trek further to Bhojwassa,
the
entire trail passes through dense forest, Arrive Bhojwassa; there is a small temple and a
potential campsite near down the river. We make our camp near river side.
Afternoon free to explore the area and
to
enjoy excellent sunset on Bhagirathi group of peaks.
Overnight stay in tents.
Early in the Morning enjoy the panoramic view
of Bhagirathi group of peaks. After breakfast trek to Gomukh (3890mt), the source of the Ganges.
Gomukh is where the water of Ganga trickles down from the glaciers. The sages called it
'Gomukh',
because in the distant past, it probably appeared like a cow's mouth.
Gomukh: The Gomukh glacier is the
source
of Bhagirathi (Ganges) and is held in high esteem by the devout that do not miss the opportunity
to have a holy dip in the bone chilling icy water.
Overnight stay in tents
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast get ready for trek down
to Gangotri and from here drive to Uttarkashi.
On arrival at Uttarkashi check in to
hotel
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Uttarkashi
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Guptakashi, 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 centers of pilgrimage. It is believed that the
Pandavas
after the Battle of Kuruksetra, 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. Visiting the Guptakashi temples.
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Guptkashi.
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning transfer to Gaurikund.
Gaurikund
is a small town located on the banks of the Mandakini River. There are only a couple of streets
parallel to the river, which ends at the Kedarnath trail. .
Gaurikund has a legend. While Shiva was
meditating in Kedarnath, the goddess Parvati (aka Gauri) was waiting for her fiancé and taking
healing baths in the local thermal baths (“Kund” - the bath). In the city you can plunge into
the
thermal springs and visit the temple Devi Gauri. Track to Kedarnath 18 km (or astride a pony).
Visit the famous Kedarnath Temple
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Guptkashi
Early in the morning visit the temples of
Kedarnath. Then return on foot or pony to Gaurikund. Upon request, take a bath in the hot
springs
in Gaurikund. Visit the temple Trijugigarayan.
Free time and rest. Return to
Guptakashi
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Guptkashi
Breakfast at the hotel
After breakfast, transfer to Badrinath,
on the way, via Chopta. Badrinath is a village located at an altitude of 3133 m, 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. In order 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
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Badrinath
Breakfast at the hotel
Drive to Rudrapryag, visit en route –
Joshimath – seat of Aadi Shankarachrya, and Badrinath during winter season, Nandpryag and
Karanpryag (confluence of rivers) and among panch pryag, upon arrival in check-in at hotel in
Rudrapryag, The city stands at the confluence of two great sacred rivers - Mandakini and
Mahaalaknanda. The first originates from the icy snow over Kedarnath, and the second from the
heights of the Himalayas due to Badrinath. Both are sacred to the Hindus; at the confluence they
give rise to the sacred Alaknanda River.
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Rudrapryag
Breakfast at the hotel
Drive to Rishikesh, on the way stop in
Devprayag - the place of the confluence of two sacred rivers: Baghirati and Alaknanda. In this
place of confluence the great Ganges originates, here she finds her name, Visit the ancient
temple
on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. Upon arrival in Rishikesh check-in at the Hotel
Walk around the city. In the evening,
attend a ceremony Arathi on the Ganges –
Overnight stay at the hotel in
Rishikesh
Breakfast at the hotel
Morning visit holy city – visit Ahsrams
and Temples, after visit drive to Delhi.
Transfer to Delhi International airport
to connect flight for onward journey on Day-16
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