Pilgrimage Holidays | Tour Packages from Bengaluru
CharDham Yatra is one of the most popular pilgrimage site where millions of devotees tried to go once in their lifetime to eliminate their all sins by the blessings of the lord. This Yatra includes 4 pilgrim destinations Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath. All these temples are situated in North India. Each of these destinations devoted to a specific deity like Kedarnath devoted to Lord Shiva, Badrinath devoted to Lord Shiva, Gangotri and Yamunotri refers to river Ganga and river Yamuna respectively.
Yamunotri
Yamunotri is where the second most holy of river of India, the River Yamuna, takes birth. Situated in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, Yamunotri Dham is the first stop in the pilgrimage. It is believed that bathing in its water cleanses all sins and protects from untimely and painful death. The shrine of Yamunotri is believed to be built in 1839 by the king of Tehri, Naresh Sudarshan Shah. Besides the Yamuna Devi (goddess), the idol of Ganga Devi too is housed in the revered temple. There are many hot water springs near the temple; Surya Kund is the most important among them. Devotees boil rice and potatoes in the kund and accept it as a Prasad of the devi.
Gangotri
Gangotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Ganga, who is said to have descended on earth to absolve the sins of human kind. The river originates at Gaumukh from the Gangotri glacier which is some 18 km from the town of Gangotri. Situated in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, the original temple of Gangotri was built by by Amar Singh Thapa, a Gurkha general, in the early 19th century.
Kedarnath
Situated in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, Kedarnath is the most remote pilgrimage spot in the yatra. It is believed that originally the temple of Kedarnath was built by Pandavas. And Adi Shankaracharya got the present structure constructed in the 8th century adjacent to the old temple site. The grey stone structure is an architectural marvel because of its imposing design and its ability to survive for so many centuries in such a harsh terrain.
Badrinath
Badrinath is considered one of the most holy places in Hindu religion. One of the 108 Divya Desams, Badrinath temple is part of both Char Dham and Chota Char Dham. Adi Shankaracharya found the idol of Lord Badri in Alaknanda River and put it up in a cave near the Tapt Kund. In 16th century, a Garhwal King got the temple erected, which has been renovated many times as a result of natural calamities. Sandwiched between Nar and Narayan peaks, the beauty of Badrinath Dham is further enhanced with the glorious background of Neelkanth peak.
- Badrinath
- Kedarnath
- Gangotri
- Yamunotri
Approx Amount – Rs.55,000/- + GST
Mode - Flight
Month - June and October
No of days - 11 Days
Includes
- Darshan Entry Tickets
- Saatvik Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks
- Sharing Accommodation
Extra Charges For
- Private Auto
- Single Occupancy Rooms
- Any other charges not mentioned in the inclusions
NOTE
* As fares and date may fluctuate depending on availability, please call the numbers below to get the most accurate price and dates.
Important points to be considered by the devotees in the Yatra
- Devotees should be punctual in their reporting time and Group leaders are to ensure that others are not delayed by the delay of few devotees. Every day the Yatra will leave as scheduled and will not wait for late comers.
- Devotees should stay together and not plan any thing separate from the Yatra.
- All Devotees are assigned to a group leader and they should report to their group leader for all matters.
- Separate timing will be given for purchases/ shopping and devotees should not go here and there for purchases.
- Devotees should bring their own lock with multiple keys and the Yatra management does not hold responsibility for any loss of baggage.
- Devotees should carry their essentials like medicine, water bottle, ropes for drying clothes etc.
- Please carry your chanting beads and a Vaishnava song book.
- Please actively participate in kirtans.
- Devotees are requested to carry some emergency food for old aged and children for emergency though Prasadam is arranged for all on all the Yatra days.
- Devotees are suggested to carry their notebook and pen for taking notes during the Yatra.
- The best way to relish the Yatra is to hear from senior devotees about the glories of the Lord and his pastimes.
- Devotees should bring their original identity card (aadhar) and submit as and when requested.
- Devotees should not offend any Dham vasis by arguing or quarrelling with them.
- No one should enter a pond or a river for bathing without the permission of the group leader.
- Devotees should not throw garbage and should keep the Dham clean and also keep silence.
- Devotees are requested to travel light particularly those travelling by flight. The allowed baggage allowance is 15 Kgs for check in and 7 Kgs for cabin.
- Please check the weather details online and carry clothes accordingly.
- Devotees are requested to come in Vaishnava dress that is Dhoti and Kurta for Prabhujis and Saree for Matajis during temple visits.
- Devotees are requested to not carry any expensive items like jewellery, iPads etc.
- Aged devotees, women and children to be given first priority and their needs to be attended on priority.
- As far as possible, requesting yatris to not consume outside food.
- Do not travel if there are any serious health issues.
- Life members can carry LPM (life patron cards).
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Information for travellers
- All the above yatras are subject to change according to time, place & circumstance.
- Mentioned prices are subject to change according to the current situation of Govt budget & inflation.
- Pure South Indian food will be provided for all yatras(Cooks will accompany us) if the total no of participants are more than 20.
- Customized trips can be arranged if no of people are more than 20.
- All Yatras inclusive of Flight/ Train charges, Food & Stay.