Yamunotri Gangotri Yatra

Yamunotri Gangotri Yatra

Gangotri and Yamunotri are the originating places of two rivers Ganga and Yamuna respectively. Thus, these two destinations hold a high place in Hinduism. 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.

Gangotri Yamunotri Do Dham Yatra takes the spiritual tourists to these two sacred destinations. The major destinations covered are Haridwar, Barkot, Uttarkashi, Hanumanchatti, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Rishikesh, and Harsil. One can also visit Dehradun and Mussorie on the route and enjoy nature's exquisiteness. Trek to Yamunotri will start from Janki Chatti while Gangotri is accessible through driving as well. This tour offers the tourists a great blend of spirituality and nature exploration. when Lord Shiva released the mighty river from the locks of his hair. The temple of Gangotri, dedicated to Goddess Ganga stands on the bank of the river. Yamunotri is situated in the western region of the Garhwal Himalayas and is at a height of 3,235 meters above sea level. Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna. The shrine of Yamunotri is located on the Bandar Poonch peak.

Day 01: Delhi - Haridwar (230 kms/6hrs)

Arrival Delhi Railway Station / Airport / Hotel, Meet & Assist further drive to Haridwar. Later drive to Haridwar transfer to your Hotel. Visit Har-ki-Pauri for Ganga Aarti in evening. Back to your hotel, Dinner and Night halt.

 Day 02: Haridwar - Barkot (220kms/7hr)

Driive to Barkot via Dehradun & Mussoorie. Enroute visit Kempty Fall and others later drive straight to your Hotel for Dinner and night halt.

 Day 03: Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot {36kms drive & 7kms Trek (one side)}

Drive to Hanuman Chatti, from here you have to take local jeeps for Janki chatti (It helps to reduce the trek upto 8 kms), trek start from here to Yamunotri
(6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Here near the temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, After taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Hanumanchatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel.

 Day 04: Barkot - Uttarkashi (100kms/4hr)

Drive to Uttarkashi via Barkot. Check in Hotel, Later visit Vishwanath Temple. Dinner and  Night Halt.

Day 05: Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (100kms/3hr each side)

We proceed to Gangotri (3048 mts), enroute we enjoy picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. After Gangotri Darshan we return to Uttarkashi. Dinner and overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

 Day 06: Uttarkashi - Rishikesh - Haridwar (170kms/6hr)

Drive to Rishikesh/Haridwar. Check in Hotel. At evening visit Ganga Aari at Parmarth Niketan. Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 07: Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi (250kms/7hr)

Drive back to Delhi. On Arr. Delhi, transfer to Railway Station / Airport.

•     Accommodation on twin sharing basis
•     Daily Breakfast & Dinner Veg. only at hotels.
•     Welcome drinks on arrivals.
•     News Papers in the vehicle.
•     Surface transportation by AC Cars (AC will switch off in Hills).
•     All interstate taxes, permits, parking, road tax, toll taxes and fuel charges etc include.
•     All government applicable taxes and service charges.
   

•     Air Fare / Train Fare.
•     Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips, liquor, boating & joy rides. 
•     All kind of personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone bills and beverages, Camera Fees.
•     Cable Car Tickets, Any meals unless and otherwise specifically mentioned.
•     Any claim due to road blocks, curfew, accident etc.
•     Any other items which not specified in “Cost Inclusions “.
   

Payments policy

• 25% Amount at the time of booking. 100% Amount 15 days or earlier, before travel date. Payment by cheque or online payment facility available. Your booking confirmation number will be provided to you.

 

Tour Cancilation policy

• Strictly depends upon concerned hotel's cancellation policy
• Minimum Cancilation charges before 10days of Travel Date is 10% of package cost

• Package cost will change if opted for guide service, choice of transport vehicle, hotel type change
• Accommodation charges as mentioned in the package are with 2 persons staying together sharing the same room
• Extra persons in same room charges extra
• Altough we ensure you the best experience but unfortunate delays in travel and inefficient service of hotel is the responsibility of the respective parties.

By Air

Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Gangotri situated at a distance of 250kms.

By Train

The nearest railway station to Gangotri is Rishikesh. Rishikesh railway station is situated 234kms before Gangotri on NH58.