Dham Yatra (Kedarnath & Badrinath) with Auli 08N / 09D

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Place to Visit

Delhi - Guptakashi - Kedarnath – Karanprayag – Nandprayag – Badrinath – Joshimath – Auli - Rudraprayag – Rishikesh -Delhi

Tour Description

Experience a divine and scenic journey with this 8 Nights / 9 Days Do Dham Yatra covering Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Auli. Seek blessings at two of India’s holiest pilgrimage sites while enjoying breathtaking Himalayan landscapes, peaceful mountain towns, and unforgettable hill station experiences.

  • Day 01 : Delhi Rly Station – drive to Haridwar (200 Kms)

    Pick up from Delhi Airport and depart for Haridwar is one of the holiest places to Hindu where Kumbh Mela being celebrated every 03 years in one of the 04 places. Upon arrival check into hote. After some rest enjoy half day city tour of Haridwar including Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Temple, Shanti Kunj and Har ki Puari Ghat. In the evening witness Ganges Aarti along the river Ganges at Har ki Pauri Ghat. Back to Hotel.
    Overnight stay in Hotel.

  • Day 02 : Haridwar – Sitapur/ Guptakashi (260kms/8 Hrs)

    Post breakfast at hotel drive to Sitapur / Guptkashi. On the way see the confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda in Devprayag. Later drive to Guptkashi, on arrival check into hotel.
    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 03 : Guptakashi /Sitapur - Kedarnath (15 kms Trek/6 Hrs by Trek or Helicopter) (No Meal)

    Early morning drop to one of the three Helipad like Guptakashi, Phata or Sirsi from where you can take the helicopter or else we can drop you to Sonprayag (for trek route) trek starts from here to Kedarnath. Start to ascend on trek route either by walk or pony/doli (at own cost).

    Note : In case of trek to Kedarnath, you will have to stay overnight in Kedarnath with very basic amenities to spend night. ) Helicopter service is also available for Kedarnath, so one can take helicopter to Kedarnath (at own cost.

    Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes. After performing Pooja & Darshan of Shri Kedarnath ji back to base point Guptakashi by same Helicopter. For devotees going by Helicopter VIP Darshan facilities is available and get quick darshan to back on same day by Helicopter. Stay in Hotel in Guptakashi/ Phata/ Sirsi.

    (Kindly click on the given link to book Helicopter Ticket) directly from website.

    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, the protector and the destroyer. According to legends, Pandavas after having won over the Kaurava in 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. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as Panch Kedar.

    Helicopter Fare-- Rs.10,500/- per person Rate May Be Change, will update soon (Seats in Helicopter are subject to availability)
    Approx. Charges for Pony: - Rs. 3000 - 5000/- Per Person
    Approx. Charges for Doli: - Rs. 5000 - 7000/- Per Person

  • Day 04 : Kedarnath Temple – Guptakashi (By Trek or Helicopter) / drive to Badrinath (260 kms, 7 Hrs drive)

    Morning visit Kedarnath Temple for pooja. Post prayers back to Guptakashi for Night Stay.

    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. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as PanchKedar.

    Helicopter Fare-- Rs.9,500/- per person Rate May Be Change, will update soon Approx.
    Charges for Pony: - Rs. 3000 - 5000/- Per Person Approx.
    Charges for Doli: - Rs. 5000 - 7000/- Per Person


    On landing Guptakashi depart for Badrinath, en-route visit Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag, Vishnu Prayag, & Joshimath (Narshimha Temple) on arrival check in at hotel, in the evening visit Badrinath temple, overnight s tay at hotel.

    Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakiniand Alananda, Rudranath, Temple & Narad Silla.
    Karanprayag: It is the confluence of river Pinder and Alananda
    Nandprayag : It is the confluence of river Nandakani and Alananda
    Vishnu Prayag : It is the confluence of river Dhauliganga and Alananda
    Joshimath: is situated on the slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Joshimath is one of four 'Maths' established by Adi Shankaracharya. There are many temples in township most important is temple of Narsimha in commotion of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity withers with time and the popular belief holds that the day arm completely witherBadrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods residence will transfer to neighboring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri.

  • Day 05 : : Badrinath – Sightseeing

    This morning visit Badrinath Temple, also known as Badarinarayana Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu. It is located in the town of Badrinath in Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India. The temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams, sacred to Vaishnavism, where Vishnu is worshipped as Badrinath.

    Post breakfast explore Badrinath and proceed for local sightseeing including Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti temple etc. Back to hotel.
    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 06 : Badrinath – Auli (60 Kms, 2 Hrs. drive) imath – Excursion of Auli chairlift, Skiing and Gorson bugyal trek.

    Post breakfast at hotel depart for Auli . On reaching take Rope starting from Joshimath and ending in Auli, which offers a majestic view of the Himalayan Ranges. The Auli Ropeway is also the highest and longest ropeway in Asia after Gulmarg. By afternoon reach the hotel.
    Overnight stay in Hotel.

  • Day 07 : Auli – Free & Easy

    Post breakfast you may enjoy skiing there. Visit Auli Lake and later you can take Guided Trek (at own cost) to Gorson Bugyal.(if Weather permits) . Enjoy the Snow adventures sports at your own cost.
    Overnight stay in hotel.

  • Day 08 : Joshimath – Rishikesh (250 Kms, 6 Hrs drive)

    After breakfast spend time at leisure until check out and depart for Rishikesh. In the evening reach Rishikesh and check into hotel. Rest of time free at leisure.
    Overnight stay in HOTEL.

  • Day 09 : : Rishikesh – Rafting / Sightseeing / Delhi (250 kms, 6 hrs drive)

    After breakfast in the hotel drive to Marine drive, the starting point of rafting (26 kms from Rishikesh, on Rishikesh-Badrinath road) (at own cost). After proper safety briefing by Rafting Guide enjoy rafting trip from Marine drive to NIM beach (near Laxman Jhula) for 3-4 hrs. There are nearly ten grade III and grade III+ rapids along this length of water, each of which is named after the type of rapid. The Three Blind Mice is a category III rapid named for the fact that the water appears practically placid until you reach three rapids that follow each other quite closely. Other rapids are Cross Fire, Roller Coaster, Golf Course, and Club House. Complete your rafting excursion just before Luxman Jhula in Rishikesh. After finishing rafting activities back to hotel.

    Later explore Rishikesh also known as the Gateway of the Garhwal Himalayas. Visit Laxman Jhula, Trayambakeshwar Temple; the 13-story Hindu temple perched along the banks of the Ganges River is open to the public all days followed by Ram Jhula, Geeta ashram, Sivananda Ashram etc. In the afternoon depart for Delhi. On reaching we drop at your home.
    Tour Ends with happy memories.

What's Included

  • 07 Night hotel stay in Double / Twin Family Room
  • 01 Night ashram/ Camp stay in Double / Twin / Family Room with Basic amenities
  • Daily breakfast during stay in the hotel
  • All transfers/tours services by Air-Conditioned vehicle
  • The air-conditioning will be worked in Haridwar /Rishikesh or plain road only
  • Sightseeing as per above Itinerary.
  • All inclusive (Fuel, Driver Allowance, Parking Toll Tax, State Tax.)
  • All currently applicable hotel tax and Transportation tax.

What's Excluded

  • Flight / Train
  • Lunch/ Dinner during the trip
  • Helicopter Ticket for Kedarnath/ Pony charges etc.
  • Yatra Registration
  • Any meals in Kedarnath
  • Chair Car / Chair Lift in Auli
  • Rafting in Rishikesh
  • Any claim or delay charges due to natural calamities, land slide, road blockage etc. Or any other things which are not mentioned in cost included column.
  • If due to any reasons beyond our control like landslide, traffic jams, flood, riots, political unrest, bandhs, helicopter unavailability or bad weather conditions, accidents or any other natural or man-made misfortunes, program will needed to be changed or extended. The additional expenditure for the same will have to be borne by the passengers directly. Due to these reasons we may cancel some sightseeing places, there shall be no refund for the same
  • Any charges of train, helicopter, auto, ropeway ticket of Manasa/Chandi Devi, Doli &pony etc.

special notes


Special Requirements for Yatra

Raincoat, Umbrella, Monkey cap, Hand gloves, Swatter/ Pullover, Canvas Shoes, Torch, Oxygen cylinder & personal medicines.

Precaution for Yatra

  • Cover your head with Monkey cap or any other woolen clothes while on high altitude to avoid hill-sickness, giddiness etc. at Kedarnath.
  • Keep on drinking water to avoid dehydration.
  • Trek only on hill-side, avoid trekking or standing on valley side, as pony (horse) coming from opposite direction may push you down to the valley which may cause serious casualty.
  • Packaged Water is available at every place, use only packaged water or boiled water can be obtained from local tea shop during trekking.

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