EK DHAM – KEDARNATH PACKAGE
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Duration
03 Nights / 04 Days.
Tour Type
Daily Tour
Group Size
Unlimited
Languages
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Overview
Located in the Himalayas close to the Chorabari Glacier, the source of the Mandakini River, and flanked by snow-capped mountains, Kedarnath possesses one of the most breathtaking addresses of the Char Dham temples.
At 11,755 foot above sea level, Gaurikund, the nearest road head to Kedarnath is about 14 kilometre away. The turbulent waters of the flash flood of 2013 together with the rocks sliding down from cliff faces, destroyed much of the village surrounding the temple. The gigantic boulder that tumbled down from the hill and stopped short of the temple, taking the onslaught of the floods and the avalanche and preventing it from reaching the temple, is as much revered as the stone hump inside the shrine.
Itinerary
Day Wise Itinerary:
Day 01: Haridwar - Guptkashi (210kms/7-8hr) HT : 1319 MTS.
Pickup from Haridwar / Dehradun Airport, drive straight to Guptkashi. On arrival Check In at the Hotel, evening visit Ardh Narishwar Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
The name Gupt Kashi means "Hidden Benares. Mythology describes how when the Pandava brothers were searching for a glimpse of Shiva, Shivji first concealed himself at Gupt Kashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled. There are more tangible connections as well-the Kedarnath pandas (hereditary pilgrimage priests) live in Gupt Kashi during the winter months, and after the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, the image of Kedarnath passes through Gupt Kashi on its way to Ukhimath, where it stays for the winter.
Weather - Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.
Day 02: Guptkashi - Kedarnath (30kms by road & 19kms Trek)
After medical check-up proceed to Sonprayag, Trek start from Sonprayag to Kedarnath (3584 mts) by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woolen, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath. Visit Kedarnath Temple. Overnight 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, the protector and the destroyer. 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 r! emaining 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.
Day 03: Kedarnath – Rudraprayag (19Kms Down Trek & 75kms/3hr by Road)
Early morning you get up before dawn and after taking bath you are at the temple by 4:45 am for the 'Abhishek’ to Kedarnath Shiva. Everyone can go inside Garbha Griha and touch the idol. You can also prostrate with your head touching the deity etc. After Temple Darshan trek down to Sonprayag. Further drive to Rudraprayag via Guptkashi. Check in Hotel. Night Halt.
Day 04: Rudraprayag – Rishikesh - Haridwar (160kms/6hr)
Drive to Rishikesh, the 'place of sages' is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by Shivalik range of the Himalayas on three sides. It is said that when Raibhya Rishi did hard penances, God appeared by the name of " Hrishikesh " and this area hence firth came to be known as Rishikesh.
Visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir, Shivananda Ashram. Later transfer to Haridwar Railway Station / Dehradun Airport. Tour Terminate.
Please Note:
These are non-refundable amounts as per the current components attached. In the case of component change/modifications, the policy will change accordingly.
In some circumstances Govt ferry to be used if sea conditions are not favourable or Unavailability of seats etc
The taxes mentioned are as on date and are subject to revision in the event of any changes
In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangement for an alternate accommodation will be made in a hotel of similar standard
The flight details given in the itinerary are tentative & subject to change during final handover.
Itinerary is subject to change/swap without any prior notice
All Holiday Services include standard or base category rooms, unless selected otherwise.
Furnishing PAN Card is mandatory for cash payment more than INR 50,000/= & if the total package value is more than 2,00,000/= for Domestic bookings (Irrespective of any mode of payment)
Cancellation Policy:
1. 20 Days Prior to the date of travel: The booking amount will be charged.
2. 20-10 Days Prior to the date of travel: 50% of the total package will be charged.
3. 10 Days or less prior to the date of travel: 100% of the package cost will be charged.
Included/Excluded
- Accommodation on twin sharing (Double Bed Room)
- Daily Breakfast and Dinner
- Transportation by Non A/C Vehicle (Delhi-Haridwar & Rishikesh-Delhi by A/C Vehicle Services) with all road, state taxes, driver allowance, permit & night halt.
- 5% GST is not included with the package price & to be added extra on the final payable amount.
- Porterage, tips, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, optional tours, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming part of the itinerary.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in Inclusions list
- Cost of extension of the validity of your holiday.
- Cost of any Suggested or Optional
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