Yamunotri Gangotri Yatra with Gaumukh trek
Overview
Yamunotri Dham - The home of Goddess Yamuna and named after River Yamuna, situated in the northern Himalayan region of Uttarakhand (Garhwal dist.). Yamunotri is considered one of the four sacred Dham of Uttarakhand which was built in the 19th Century by Maharani Gularia of Jaipur.
Gangotri Dham - The home of Goddess Ganga and named after River Ganga, also situated in the northern Himalayan region of Uttarakhand (Garhwal dist.). It is also considered one of the four sacred Dham of Uttarakhand. Around 100 yards from Gangotri Temple this river meets the Bhagirathi on its left bank which is called Kedar Ganga Sangam. Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivalinga is the place where Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock when Ganga River was brought from the heaven to earth in order to relieve the earthlings of their sins.
Tour Highlights: Ganga Aarti at “Har-Ki-Pauri” in Haridwar, Yamunotri Temple Darshan (The Source of Goddess Yamuna), Gangotri Temple Darshan (The Source of Goddess Ganga), Gaumukh Trek (Holy River Ganga originates from here)
Itinerary
Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar
Upon arrival in Delhi, welcome to the guests and proceed to Haridwar by road (210 km/ 4-5 hour’s drive). Reach Haridwar and check-in at hotel. If time permits, enjoy sightseeing of Haridwar, visit to Chandi Devi, Mansa Devi, Daksha Mahadev Temple followed by “Har-Ki-Pauri” to see evening aarti of holy Ganges. Later back to hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 02: Haridwar – Barkot
After breakfast, proceed to Barkot (210 km/ 4-5 hour’s drive). On the way visiting Kempty fall in Mussoorie (depend on route & time). Later continue to Barkot. On arrival check-in at hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Full day excursion to Yamunotri Temple
After breakfast, proceed to Janki Chatti (30 km drive/ 6 km trek-one side) from where trek starts for Yamunotri Temple (One can go by walk or by pony/horse at their own cost). Reach Yamunotri Temple and have a "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji". After "Puja" (Prayer) drive back to Barkot. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 04: Barkot – Uttarkashi
After breakfast, proceed to Uttarkashi (100 km/ 3-4 hour’s drive). On arrival check-in at hotel. Later visit to Vishwanath Temple and in the same complex visit to Shakti Temple, Ganesh Ji, Sakshi Gopal and Markandeya Rishi’s Small Shrine followed by Evening Aarti. Later back to hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 05: Excursion to Gangotri Temple
After breakfast, proceed to Gangotri Temple (Hight 3048 mts) (100 km/ 3-4 hour’s drive). On the way visiting picturesque Harsil village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of the Himalayas. On arrival check-in at hotel. Later visit Gangotri Temple, after darshan back to hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 06: Gangotri – Bhojbasa
After breakfast, trek towards Bhujbas (Bhojbasa) via Chirbas (13 km/ 7-8 hour’s trek). The trek route passes through deep dense forest Bhujbas of Himalayan coniferous and pine trees to arrive at Bhujbas. The main structure at Bhujbas is an ashram, which is served as a stopover point en route Gaumukh. Later check-in at GMVN Guest House. Dinner & overnight stay at GMVN Guest House (Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam).
Day 07: Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Bhojbasa
After breakfast, start trek to Gaumukh (4 km/ 2-3 hour’s trek-one side) which is the main point from where the holy Ganges originates. A short and easy trek of an hour brings us to Gaumukh. After a Gaumukh Darshan return back to Bhujbas, Dinner & overnight stay at GMVN Guest House (Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam).
Day 08: Bhojbasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
After breakfast, trek back to Gangotri (13 km/ 7-8 hour’s trek) and afterwards drive to Uttarkashi (100 km/ 3-4 hour’s drive). Reach Uttarkashi and check-in at hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 09: Uttarkashi – Rishikesh – Haridwar
After breakfast, proceed to Haridwar (175 km/ 5-6 hour’s drive). On the way enjoy sightseeing of Rishikesh, visit to Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mata Temple, Shivananda Ashram and Swarg Ashram etc. After sightseeing continue to Haridwar. On arrival Check-in at hotel. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Haridwar – Delhi
After breakfast, proceed to Delhi (210 km/ 4-5 hour’s drive). On arrival transfer the guests to Delhi Airport/Railway Station to board the flight/train for onward journey and tour terminates here but sweet memories remain for forever…...
End of the Tour
Price Includes
- Accommodations on double room sharing basis.
- Meals: Daily breakfast & Dinner at hotel.
- 02 nights stay at hotel in Haridwar.
- 02 nights stay at hotel in Barkot.
- 02 nights stay at hotel in Uttarkashi.
- 01 nights stay at hotel in Gangotri.
- 02 nights stay at GMVN Guest House Bhojbasa.
- Airport/hotel transfers by air-conditioned vehicle.
- Air-conditioned vehicle for land travel (no ac on hills).
- All interstate taxes, gasoline, parking, toll taxes and driver allowances.
- All luxury taxes and value added taxes.
Price Excludes
- Any International/ Domestic Air/Train fare.
- Any extra sightseeing, VIP darshan, Puja/ Prasad & pony/palki etc.
- Tips and gratitude to drivers, representatives, guides etc.
- Any beverages (hard & soft)/Table Drinks, items of personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, travel or any kind of insurance etc.
- Applicable Government taxes (GST).
Tour Conditions
- Minimum of 02 persons required.
- All rates & bookings will be subject to availability.
- Tour confirmation only on receipt of 50% advance payment.
- Balance payment to be deposited 01 month prior to travel date.
- Ashoka India Tours carries no insurance whatsoever for the tour participants. Hence it is advisable to get travel insurance by your own.
