Kedarnath Yatra from Delhi

Kedarnath Yatra from Delhi

Tour Highlights:

Positioning right amidst a wide flat terrain, Kedarnath is a imposing sight that is enclosed with tall snow covered mountains. Built by Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century, the Kedarnath temple is located nearby to the site of an earlier temple which was constructed by the Pandavas. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. One can witness the big statue of the Nandi Bull standing outside the temple as guard. It is a major highlight of the temple. Also, another major of the temple is its interior that portray scenes from mythology and figures of various deities. The tour package “Kedarnath Yatra From Delhi” starts  from Haridwar &  It is a 19 kms of trek to Kedarnath from Sonpryag. Whole tour takes the tourists to an engrossing blend of spirituality, holiness, and unparalleled beauty of nature.

The Kedarnath shrine is one of the 12 jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a place of utmost importance among Hindus. Kedar is a name of Lord Shiva. As per various Sculptures, the Pandavas after the victory over the Kaurava in the Mahabharata Battle felt guilty of having killed their own cousins and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva so as to get themselves free from this evil work. Shiva was angry with Pandavas, and therefore, he was not in the mood to meet them. Therefore, Lord Shiva got converted into the form of a bull. But, Bhim recognized him. At the same time, Shiva started getting disappeared into the ground, but Bhim tried pushing him out. During the process, hump remained outside. The Shivalinga in Kedarnath today, is actually that hump.

Kedarnath Weather: Generally, cold throughout the year because of the higher altitude. Even during the summer, the temperature does not cross the 20 degree Celsius. It’s the most pleasant period. However, during the winter, you may feel the severe cold as the temperature may go town to 0 degree Celsius or even less.

YOUR ITINERARY (DAY WISE)

DAY 01: DELHI – HARIDWAR (220KMS / 6-7HR) HEIGHT: 310 MTS

Meet our driver at Delhi airport /station / hotel / home and drive to Haridwar. Check into the hotel arrival in Haridwar. Evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Overnight stay at Haridwar.

 

DAY 02: HARIDWAR – GUPTKASHI (210KMS/ 7HR) HEIGHT: 1319 MTS.

Morning after breakfast, drive 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, visit Ardh Narishwar Temple in Guptakashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Guptakashi. Overnight stay at 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 connections 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 – pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.

 

DAY 03: GUPTKASHI – KEDARNATH (30KMS BY ROAD & 19KMS TREK ONE WAY) HEIGHT: 3384 MTS.

Morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath dham. Enjoy Kedarnath Darshan. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.

By Helicopter: Morning our driver will transfer 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 drop you at Sonprayag then you have to take local jeep for Gaurikund & then your trek strat for kedarnath ji. After darshan you follow same & back to Sonpraag. There is big parking issue so driver will back tp 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, 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.

Kedarnath Weather – Due to its high altitude the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for most part of the year. Summer here is cool and pleasant 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 climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.

DAY 04: KEDARNATH- GUPTKASHI

Morning after darshan, back to Guptkashi, by Track or helicopter. Overnight stay at hotel. 

DAY 05: GUPTKASHI - HARIDWAR (165KMS/5-6HR)

Morning after breakfast, drive back to Haridwar via 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. Check in Hotel. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla. Overnight stay at Haridwar.

Rishikesh: Named after the Lord Vishnu, Rishikesh is a holy city for Hindus. Located in the foothills of the Himalaya in northern India it is also known as the yoga center 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.

DAY 06: HARIDWAR – DELHI (220KMS / 6-7HR) HEIGHT: 310 MTS.

Morning after breakfast, drive for Delhi. Dropping at Delhi airport / station.

PHOTO GALLERY / EXPERIENCE

INCLUSIONS

Hotel accommodation as per package or similar hotels

  • Transfers and sightseeing as per group size.
  • Breakfast & Dinner
  • Accommodations in Kedarnath on sharing basis and without meals
  • Transfers and sightseeing as pre package
  • All toll tax, parking, fuel and driver allowances
  • All applicable hotel and transport taxes.
  • AC will not work from Haridwar
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EXCLUSIONS

    • Any expanses of personal nature.
    • GST will be extra (5%)
    • Anything not mentioned under ‘Package Inclusions’
    • All personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals.
    • Medical and travel insurance.
    • Any kind of entry fees anywhere if not mentioned in including.
    • Tips, travel insurance, medical insurance, laundry & telephone charges, liquors, mineral water.
    • All items of personal nature.
    • Porter, pony, horse, cable car, boat, train tickets, air tickets charges.
    • Helicopter Ticket Cost and VIP Ticket for Kedarnath Darshan is not included

REGISTRATION PROCESS

  • Fill up Char Dham Yatra 2024 Booking Form, scan collared image of your passport
  • Send the soft copy of Booking form & passport at info@spritualtour.com
  • Transfer booking amount to Temple Tour Online account & share transaction details on info@spritualtour.com
  • Pay the rest of the amount 07 Days before Yatra date.