Char Dham - Simply With By Helicopter | 10 Nights / 11 Days

HIGHLIGHTS

Uttarkashi : Gangnani | Harsil

Haridwar : Lakshman Jhula | | Bharat Mata Mandir

Barkot : Hanuman Chatti

Badrinath : Religious Places in

ITINERARY

Day 01

Delhi to (200 KMS/06 Hrs Drive): Depart from and reach Haridwar-evening Aarti. Dinner and overnight stay in Hotel

Overnight : Hotel Crystal Ganga Heights or Similar in Haridwar Meals : Dinner

Note : Tourists coming down from other cities have to reach Delhi max by 8am on the day of departure. The pickup will be from a hotel near Airport (name and address to be found in Tour Vouchers), where guests can freshen up / have breakfast (on their own by paying directly) and join the tour. The vehicles shall depart by 0930 am from this hotel (La Ssapphire hotel @ Mahipalpur) . It’s also advisable that the clients reach Delhi a night prior to the date of departure so as to join the tour comfortably

Day 02

Haridwar To Barkot – 7 Hrs After breakfast early breakfast, we proceed to Barkot. Barkot is a place of great scenic beauty with spectacular views of snow-capped mountains all around. A magnificent view of the eternal snow peaks of Bandar punch can be seen from here. Dinner and Overnight stay in Hotel/Camp After early breakfast, we will proceed to Hanumanchatti via Syanachatti (5 Kms. before Overnight : Hotel Durga Resort or Similar in Barkot Hanumanchatti). From here local taxis are available for Jankichatti. From Jankichatti Meals : Breakfast & Dinner we begin our trek to (6 km/3 hrs) to visit the temple of Goddess , situated on the bank of the river. You can take a holy dip in the nearby tank filled by Day 03 hot springs and cook rice in its water, the common rituals performed by the devotees. We return to Barkot in the evening. Dinner and Overnight stay in Hotel/Camp Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (38Kms/2Hrs, Local Taxi Drive 7 Kms/1Hrs, 6 Kms/3Hrs Trek One Side) Overnight : Hotel Durga Resort or Similar in Barkot Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

Day 04

Barkot – (80 Kms, 3-4 Hrs): After breakfast, we will proceed to Harsil – one the most beautiful valleys in the world. Uttarkashi is a small and beautiful town, situated between two rivers: Varuna and Ashi, whose water flow into the Bhagirathi from either side of the town. Elevated, at a height of 1588 metres, this little town is very similar to Kashi and , in that it has the same kind of temples and ghats and likewise, a north or ‘Uttar’ facing river. The major temple is the Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Dinner and Overnight stay in Hotel/Camp

Overnight : Hotel Ganga Putra or Similar in Uttarkashi Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

Day 05

Uttarkashi – – Uttarkashi (95 Kms, 3-4 Hrs Drive One Way) After early breakfast, we proceed to Gangotri (95 Kms/3 hr). En route stopover at Gangnani, a hot water spring and after proceed to holy deep in the River sacred The , also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform pooja and relax in the lovely surrounding. After darshan return to Uttarkashi, Dinner and overnight stay in The Hotel/Camp.

Overnight : Overnight stay at Hotel Ganga Putra or Similar Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

Day 06

Uttarkashi – Guptakashi (240 Kms/ 8-9 Hrs) After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Dinner and Overnight stay in hotel/Camps

Overnight : Hotel Maha Mirtunjaya or Similar in Guptkashi Meals : Breakfast & Dinner

Thomas Cook () Ltd. Thomas Cook (India) Ltd. | 1 Day 07 IMPORTANT NOTES Guptakashi-Kedarnath-Guptakashi (Approx 32 Kms Drive- 1 Hr And Take Helicopter  From Fata/Sersi To Kedarnath) • GST extra on total billing. After breakfast, we proceed to Gaurikund (32 Kms / 1hr) Take Helicopter from FATA/ • This Yatra is not recommended for Infants. SERSI to Kedarnath - Return back same day to Guptkashi • Vehicle is as per the itinerary only & not at disposal. Means, it covers the mentioned Transfers sightseeing only. Rates subject to total no. of passengers Overnight : Hotel Maha Mirtunjaya or Similar in Guptkashi travelling together as per mentioned in each column. Meals : Breakfast & Dinner • We need list of all the passengers (Name, Age, Gender), along with valid scanned photo id (Passport / Driving License, Voter Card, PAN Card, Adhar Day 08 Card) of the tour leader • If the destination of a particular day can’t be reached due to landslides, natural Guptkashi – Badrinath (190 Kms / 8 To 9 Hrs) calamities, traffic jams, arrangements of night stay and meals to the nearest After early breakfast, you check out of the hotel and drive to Badrinath. After driving availability shall be made at extra cost. Guests shall have to pay this amount in through some wonderful ghat road you arrive at Badrinath. On arrival check into the cash to the Hotel. Refunds of the original destination shall not be made. hotel. After some rest and refreshments you are all set to go to for • If the vehicle is unable to move ahead due to any technical / mechanical fault, darshan in the evening before you will have to go to Tapt Kund (Hot spring), take bath alternate arrangements (in vehicle/s available locally, even may ne Jeeps) will and then go to the temple. Dedicated to lord vishnu, the temple of badrinath ji be made. Replacement of Vehicle will be made only at / Haridwar as is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and per itinerary. spire. Later back to hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at hotel • Please consult driver / local representative for next day’s schedule / Transfers timings. Overnight : Hotel Govind Palace or Similar in Badrinath • Due to acute shortage of water supply on the hills, there will be restricted water Meals : Breakfast & Dinner supply by the hotels in the rooms. Please cooperate with hotels on this front. • If the total duration of tour is stretched for extra days (due to any natural Day 09 calamity, landslides, road blocks, traffic jams), cost from the effective date for the accommodation, meals, and transport shall be charged extra, and tourists Badrinath – - Rudraparyag (160 Km / 7 To 8 Hrs) have to clear the payment before conclusion of the tour. Morning visit to Badrinath Teample. After darshan return back to hotel, breakfast • It is mandatory to carry photo ID card while you are on tour. at hotel and proceed for Badrinath local sightseeing visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa • Tour-programme is subject to change depending upon circumstances Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple. Afternoon driver back to . On • Please read carefully the “Important notes and Travel Information” mentioned arrival check in at hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel in the brochure. • Photo ID card mandatory while you are on tour (Pan Card not valid) Overnight : Hotel Narayan Palace or Similar in Rudraparyag / Kirtinagar • A/c in Vehicle will be switched off during hilly drive. Meals : Breakfast & Dinner • Person with asthma or any health problems need to get a medical checkup and to travel on advice of the doctor. Bottle of Oxygen available at medical shops. Day 10 Can be arranged at extra cost if required. Rudraparyag – Haridwar (160Kms/ 7-8Hrs) After breakfast, we proceed to Haridwar. Rest of the day will be at leisure. Dinner and Do’s: Carry one Id proof for yatra overnight at the hotel Document : About Food : Drink Mineral water en route yatra. Avoid oily food; eat as you comfortable for walk Overnight : Hotel Crystal Ganga Heights or Similar in Haridwar Fitness : Yamunotri trek (12km) & Kedarnath ji(42kms round trek) ; therefore fitness Meals : Breakfast & Dinner is required. Anybody can join this Yatra if they think themselves fit and have strong willpower. People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult to Day 11 their doctor. Morning and evening walks, jogging, stretching, meditation and regular exercise make the journey comfortable for all. Haridwar - Delhi Departure As the temperature varies greatly between day and night (from max. After Breakfast Onwards journey. Clothing’s : 20 degrees Celsius to min. -16 degrees Celsius) one should prepare accordingly. Clothing’s for both extremes of climate and temperature. While driving to Chardham Meals : Breakfast Yatra, it will be warm inside the vehicle and light clothing will be required, but as soon as you step out of the vehicle, warm clothing will be required to keep off the cold winds of the Himalayas. Evening will be generally cold and warm clothing will INCLUSIONS be required. Bring the following items with you : Woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun hat, Thermal wear, Water bottle, Woolen socks, Towel, Light Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Torch with • Complete group consultation on arrival at New Delhi extra batteries/bulbs, Muffler, Mask, Raincoat, Sweater, Shirt/T-shirt & Trekking shoes • Evening Arti at Haridwar Attitude Sickness : This is an environment related condition that can effect anyone • Kedarnath yatra by Helicopter who ascends too rapidly to high elevations without acclimatizing properly and also • Local tour escort Ex Haridwar to Haridwar (Group size 10 pax and above) consult your doctor • Attached baths and toilets with running Hot & Cold water (timing basis) Health Consideration : All Tourist We do ask you to bring along your own small first • All Transfers, excursions & sightseeing as per the itinerary aid kit (available at Pharmacies). Some of the items we ask you to bring in the kit are: Antiseptic cream or Wound disinfectant: Iodine and tube-squeeze cream. Foot care • Transfers & Sightseeing by AC Vehicle. (AC will not work on Hilly drives). and Blister Treatment, band-aids, adhesive roll & strips, gauze pads, moleskin. (Please • Breakfast and Dinner bring ankle high boots to avoid muscle sprain.) Responsibility : All arrangements within Chardham Yatra, reserves by us the right to change itineraries without prior notice, depending on the weather and road condition. EXCLUSIONS Insurance : We recommend that you insure yourself against sickness, EMERGENCY RESCUE, accident Hospitalization, etc. We are not liable and responsible for any • Travel insurance covering medical evacuation, hospitalization, air evacuation, damages or extra expenses that may arise from mishaps and the loss of their belongings during the . baggage insurance and trip cancellation. In case of any medical emergency, call 108. (The Mobile emergency service from • Use of mini-bar in the hotel rooms wherever applicable Government of ). Please do not make fake calls, as it is punishable offence. • Tips and Porterage • Any exigency expenses due to reasons beyond our normal control. Don’ts • Camera fees, guide charges • Don’t litter. • Don’t overstrain on steep gradients. • Any services not mentioned in inclusion list • Places where warning signs are fixed should not be used for relaxation. • Don’t break traffic discipline. HOTELS ENVISAGED • Heavy jewellery should be avoided during journey. • Don’t try to wash hands/ clothes/ bath in the rivers on the way. • Alcohol/Non Veg is strictly prohibited. • Never overtake an overtaking vehicle. Destination Deluxe • Never drive an overloaded vehicle. Haridwar (2 night) Hotel Crystal Ganga Heights or Similar • Don’t compete with local vehicles / drivers while driving. They know the terrain very well. Barkot (2 night) Durga Resort or Similar

Uttarkashi (2 night) Hotel Ganga Putra or Similar

Guptakashi (2 night) The Mrityunjay Palace or Similar

Badrinath (1 night) Hotel Vijay Laxmi or Similar

Rudraprayag (1 night) Hotel Narayana or Similar

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