Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand is one of the most popular pilgrimage (or tirth yatra) in Hinduism. Devotees aspire to visit this holy Chardham pilgrimage once in a life time. This pilgrimage tour package covers trek to Yamunotri followed by Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. As per Hindu Mythology, Gangotri is a place where King Bhagirath performed penance after which River Ganga came down on the earth. Yamunotri is the place where pilgrims seek the blessings of Yamuna, who is the sister of Yama, the God of death. Kedarnath is one among the twelve Jyotirlinga of Shiva and Badrinath shrine is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva are two of three most revered Lords in Hinduism. Besides the blessing of the almighty, pilgrims enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of nature and the spiritual ambience of Himalayas covered by snow, the melodious chirping of birds & the scatter thick green forests.
Chardham (Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri) are considered to be the pilgrimage centers of India and are one of the most visited holiday destinations in India. Aspark Holidays specialize in helicopter services for Chardham Yatra from Dehradun. We make sure that passengers not only get luxurious helicopter ride but we also ensure that they would be having equally quick, comfortable and pleasing darshan at all temples along with the local sightseeing.
Tour Destination: Dehradun - Kharsali - Yamunotri - Harsil - Gangotri - Kedarnath- Badrinath - Dehradun
Travel Duration: 05 nights/06 days
DAY 1: DEHRADUN
Dehradun is the starting and ending point of this Yatra. Arrival from Dehradun Airport/Railway Station and transfer to hotel. It is mandatory to reach Dehradun one day prior to the day of starting your Yatra.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 2: YAMUNOTRI
Departure from Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun to Kharsali, at around 0700 hrs.
- Vehicles are arranged for pick up to reach state government helipad, Dehradun
- Pilots and ground staff will brief the guests about entire trip
- Breakfast will be arranged at Kharsali
- Arrival at Kharsali Helipad, Yamunotri at around 0745 hrs.
- Ground Staff will help the guests to unload their baggage and carry it to hotel.
- Leave for Yamunotri, trek at a distance of 6 km by pony/palki. Total journey will take approx 5.5 hrs. Freshen up and visit the Yamunotri Temple.
- Return back by lunch time. After some rest visit Shani Temple.
- Lunch & Dinner at Hotel.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 3: GANGOTRI
Departure from Kharsali Helipad, Yamunotri at around 0700 hrs.
- Arrival at Harsil Helipad, Gangotri at around 0830 hrs.
- Ground Staff will help the guests to unload their baggage and carry it to hotel.
- All the basic and leisure facilities for the tourists will be provided such as a premium accommodation with washrooms, delicious vegetarian food, short walks, and local sightseeing
- Leave for Gangotri, drive at a distance of 22 kms by car. Total journey will take approx 01 hrs. Freshen up and visit the Gangotri Temple.
- Return back to hotel. After some rest go for local visits.
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 4: SRI KEDARNATH JI
Departure from Harsil Helipad, Gangotri at around 0730 hrs.
- Arrival at Kedarnath Helipad at around 0800 hrs.
- Arrival at Phata Helipad from Gangotri, after changing fly to Kedarnath Helipad.
- Visit Kedarnath Temple, which is at a distance of approx 500 m. Total journey, will take approx 15 mins. Freshen up and visit the Kedarnath Temple.
- Kedarnath doesnot has night stay facility, so after Darshan we will take you to Guptkashi/Sitapur for an overnight stay.
- In the evening visit ancient Triyuginarayan or Kalimath Mandir
Overnight at Hotel.
DAY 5: SRI BADRINATH JI
Departure from Sersi Helipad, Guptkashi at around 0800 hrs.
- Arrival at Badrinath Helipad at around 0830 hrs.
- Ground Staff will help the guests to unload their baggage and carry it to hotel.
- In the evening visit Mana Village near Badrinath
- The special Maha Abhishek Pooja is the highlight of this entire yatra. It starts at 0400 hrs sharp in the morning and last for 2 hours. Pre arrangements are made for all our guest to sit inside the temple and cherishes the darshan of the Shringar of the deity from close quarters.
DAY 6: DEHRADUN
- Departure from Badrinath Helipad at around 0830 hrs.
- Arrival at Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun at around 0930 hrs.
Inclusions
- Helicopter trip starts from Dehradun.
- Stay, pickup and Airport transfer for 1 Night in Haridwar/ Dehradun.
- Includes stay & meals for 05 Nights/06 Days.
- All local transport and sightseeing by Toyota Innova.
- VIP Darshan at all four temples i.e. Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.
- Exclusive Maha Abhishek Puja at Badrinath.
- Palki / Pony at Yamunotri.
Exclusions
- Government Service Tax
- Air Ticket/Train Ticket
- Camera Fee, Videography
- Medical and Insurance of any kind.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay/cancellation/hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities.
- Personal nature Expenses i.e. Telephone Calls, Laundry, Soft / Hard Drinks, Meals etc.
- Any meal/services not specified above
- Driver Tipping
Important
- Air Condition will not operate in Hills Area.
- Itinerary/Hotels can be customized as per your requirements with cost variation.
- Pre-booking your vehicles before arrival is a weight off your mind, but it also guarantees the best price and availability.
- Guidelines for Passengers
- There is very limited space for luggage in the chopper. Only 5 kg luggage per passenger will be permitted. Passengers bringing excess baggage would not be allowed to take the same in the chopper.
- Passengers should carry only handbags as suitcases cannot be kept in the helicopter.
- All temples in Char Dham are located in high altitude areas. Passengers are advice to carry regular medical kit.
- At these locations, it becomes cold throughout, so passengers must carry woolen clothes with them.
- Kindly book your back flight/train ticket after one day to your arrival at Dehradun.
- Children above the age of 2 years will be considered full ticket and birth certificate will be required at time of booking.
- There is no provision of concession to children or senior citizens.
Terms and Conditions
1. Hotel/Accommodation at Yamunotri and Gangotri are non-star category and the stay is arranged at best among them
2. Hotel/Accommodation at Harsil and Badrinath are 3.5 Star
3. Complimentary stay at arrival in Dehradun do not include lunch and dinner (Only breakfast)
4. Aspark Holidays reserves the right to postpone the timings of flying subjected to weather conditions.
5. Any extra night stay due to bad weather will be borne by client itself.
Bad Weather Situation
1. If you are stuck in a bad weather situation on any particular day out of the 5 days we will still try to finish the darshan on next day. In case we are completely unable to visit any Dham due to bad weather situation we will refund proportionate money.
Distance & Time (Approx)
- Dehradun - Kharsali: 30 mins
- Kharsali - Yamunotri Temple: 06 kms Trek
- Kharsali - Harsil: 30 mins
- Harsil - Gangotri: 25 kms/01 hrs
- Harsil - Kedarnath: 01 hrs
- Kedarnath - Badrinath: 30 mins
- Badrinath - Dehradun: 01 hrs
Uttarakhand at a Glance
- Capital City: Dehradun
- Population: 10,116,752
- Area: 53,483 sq kms
- Geo Location: North India
- Average Climate: 12°C - 22°C
- Best time to visit: All Year Round
Dehradun at a Glance
- Population: 578,420
- Area: 300 sq kms
- Geo Location: Uttarakhand (North India)
- Average Climate: 3°C - 32°C
- Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year
- STD Code: 0135
- Airport: Dehradun Airport
Yamunotri at a Glance
- Population: N.A
- Area: N.A
- Geo Location: Uttarakhand (North India)
- Average Climate: -2°C - 14°C
- Best time to visit: April/May - June; September - October/November
Gangotri at a Glance
- Population: 606
- Area: NA
- Geo Location: Uttarakhand (North India)
- Average Climate: 8°C
- Best time to visit: April/May - June; September - October/November
Kedarnath at a Glance
- Population: N.A
- Area: N.A
- Geo Location: Uttarakhand (North India)
- Average Climate: 5°C
- Best time to visit: May - June
- STD Code: 01364
Badrinath at a Glance
- Population: NA
- Area: NA
- Geo Location: Uttarakhand (North India)
- Average Climate: -18°C - 18°C
- Best time to visit: April - June
- STD Code: 01381