Basking in a splendid play of shadow on the snow-topped Nilkantha, Badrinath Temple appears almost lost in the shabby village that surrounds it. Sacred to Lord Vishnu, this vividly painted temple is the most easily accessible and popular of the char dham temples. It was founded by Adi Guru Shankaracharya in the 8th century, but the current structure is much more recent. Below the temple are hot springs that reach a scalding 40°C and serve as a laundry for locals.
Nestled among Nar and Narayan mountain ranges, Badrinath is the most important sacred town in the Chamoli District in Uttarakhand. It is gifted with undulating peaks, natural beauty, hallowed ponds and picture book panoramas. All these make for an exhilarating place for travelers seeking peace and pleasure. It derives its name from the sacred shrine of Badrinath and it is the place where berries can be seen in abundance. The beautiful hill station is lying at an elevation of 10,800 ft above sea level on the banks of Alaknanda River. It is also a door to many trekking routes headed to peaks as Nilkantha. Apart from emerald beauty, it tenders superb opportunity for those who love adventure and exciting activities.
A scenic 3km walk beyond Badrinath along the Alaknanda River, past fields divided by dry-stone walls, leads to tiny but charismatic Mana Village. The village is crammed with narrow stone laneways and traditional houses of varying designs – some have slate walls and roofs while others are wooden with cute balconies. You can wander around and watch the village ladies knitting colourful jerseys or hauling loads of fodder while the men tend goats or play cards or carom billiards. Carpets, blankets, jerseys, hats and gloves are all on sale.
Just outside the village in a small cave is the tiny, 5000-year-old Vyas Temple. Nearby is Bhima’s Rock, a natural rock arch over a river that is said to have been made by Bhima, strongest of the Pandava brothers, whose tale is told in the Mahabharata. The 5km hike along the Alaknanda to the 145m Vasudhara Waterfall has a great reward-to-effort ratio, with views up the valley of the Badrinath massif jutting skywards like a giant fang. The villagers migrate to somewhere warmer and less remote – usually Joshimath – between November and April. Badrinath can easily be visited in a day from Joshimath if you get an early start, but it’s worth staying if you also want to see Mana Village and do any hiking.
Attractions in Badrinath
Badrinath Temple: A scared temple at an altitude of 3133m above the sea level, Badrinath is known as one of the most sacred shrines of the Hindus. The temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu and the myth says that the temple has been renovated many times since its inception. Moreover, It remains closed in the months of winters due to heavy snowfall and one can take a blessing of several gods and goddesses within the temple between May and October.
Brahma Kapal: Situated on the banks of Alakananda River, Brahma Kapal carries the legendary tale that it was the site where Lord Shiva alleviated from his curse of slaughtering Brahma. One can also pay a visit to Charanpaduka and the Mala Murthy temple located within a walking distance of this place.
Narad Kund: Surrounded by verdant greenery, Narad Kund is among the most renowned sacred centers in the hallowed town of Badrinath. Here, one can take a sacred dip in the kund before setting out for a consecrated darshan.
Tapt Kund: Deemed to be the sacred home of Lord Agni, Tapt Kund is a place where pilgrims take sacred dip in the holy kund to release from the sins committed in life. A dip in the hot water spring renders refreshing experience to all the pilgrims coming from wide and far.
Charanpaduka: A beautiful rock having the footprints of God Vishnu, Charanpaduka is situated at an altitude of 3380ft amid the scenic beauty in the beautiful state of Uttarakhand. One must pay a visit to this lovely site on a tour to Badrinath to have the best experience of life.
Vasudhara Falls: Just 4 kms from the town, Vasundhara falls is enveloped by undulating lofty peaks and bright green beauty that entice the travelers a lot on their holidays in Badrinath. Although a challenging place to reach, the falls entice the people with its magical charm and salubrious weather.
Climate
Badrinath has a pleasing weather all throughout the year. May to June is pleasant with average temperature and the months of winters like October, November, December, January and February are cold with a minimum temperature.
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Itinerary
Day 01 Haridwar - Rudraprayag - Guptkashi (210kms/7-8hr)
Pickup from Haridwar Railway Station / Hotel / Doiwala Airport. Drive to Guptkashi enroute visit Devprayag. Checkin at your Hotel, and night halt.
Day 02 Guptkashi - Kedarnath (30kms by road & 14kms Trek)
At morning, drive to Gaurikund, Trek start from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (3584 mts) on foot or on by pony / Doli. Tour members should carry personal medicines, heavy woollen, toiletries and clothes for an overnight halt at Kedarnath. Check in Hotel. Later visit Kedarnath Temple. Night halt.
Gaurikund: At a distance of 5kms from Sonprayag and at an altitude of 1982 meters, one can take bath in the hot water pond here and visit the Gauri Temple. This is the place where Goddess Parvathi meditated to attain Lord Shiva. It is the base for a trek to Kedarnath.
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 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.
Day 03 Kedarnath - Rudraprayag (14Kms Down Trek & 75kms/3hr by Road)
Early morning, after Temple Darshan trek down to Gaurikund. Later, drive to Rudraprayag via Guptkashi. Checkin to your hotel at Rudraprayag. Night Halt.
Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda.
Day 04 Rudraprayag - Badrinath (160kms/7hr)
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Checkin at your hotel. Later, visit Badrinath Temple. There are other interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River. Just within the three kilometres of Badrinathjee. Overnight stay at Badrinath.
Badrinath, one of the 'Four Dhams' is one of the most celebrated pilgrimage of the country and is situated at an elevation of 3,133 meters, guarded on either side by the two mountain ranges known as Nar & Narayan with the towering Neelkanth Peak providing a splendid backdrop. This revered spot was once carpeted with wild berries. Thus the place got the name "Badri van", meaning "forest of berries".
Tapt Kund : Natural thermal springs on the bank of the river Alaknanda, where it is customary to bathe before entering the Badrinath temple.
Narad Kund : A recess in the river, near Tapt Kund, forming a pool from where the Badrinath idol was recovered.
Brahama Kapal : A flat platform on the bank of river Alaknanda. Hindus perform proppitiating rites for their deceased ancestors.
Sheshnetra : 1.5kms. away is a boulder having an impression of the legendary serpent, better known as the Sheshnag's eye.
Charanpaduka : 3kms. away is a beautiful meadow where the footprint of Lord Vishnu is seen on a boulder.
Mata Murty Temple : Devoted to the mother of Sri Badrinathji. Other important temples include Sesh Netra Temple, Urvashi Temple and Charanpaduka.
Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
Vasundhara : As the name suggests, vasundhara is a magnificent water fall. This place is 5 kms. from Badrinath out of which 2 kms. is motorable upto Mana.
Bhim Pul : On the other side of Mana village, a massive rock forming a natural bridge, lies over the roaring Saraswati river. It presents a spectacular view of water thundering down through the narrow passage under the rock and is believed to have been placed there by Bhim, the second eldest among the five Pandava brothers.
Vyas Gufa (cave) : Near Mana Village, this is a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have composed the Mahabharata and the pauranic commentaries.
Day 05 Badrinath – Rudraprayag (160kms/7hr)
Early morning, pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). Later drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Check in Hotel. Overnight stay.
Joshimath is situated on the slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. Of the four 'Maths' established by Adi Shankaracharya, Joshimath is in the Badrinath to Joshimath and installed in the temple for people to worship. There are many temples in the township most important is the temple of Nir Singh in commotion of Lord Vishnu. The left arm of this deity is with time and the popular belief holds that the day the arm completely withers Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the Gods will transfer the residence into the neighbouring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri. Joshimath is connected by regular bus service to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Badrinath and many other centres in the region.
Day 06 Rudraprayag – Rishikesh – Haridwar (165kms/5-6hr)
Drive to Haridwar enroute visit Rishikesh Sightseeing. Later transfer to Haridwar Railway Station.
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.
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Inclusions
Assistance on Arrival & Departure
Accommodation on twin sharing basis
Meals as per Plan mentioned above
All Transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary by A/c Vehicle as per the size of the group (Delhi to Haridwar & Haridwar to Delhi A.C & Rest tour will be Non Ac)
All inter-state taxes, toll taxes, driver allowance & parking etc.
All prevailing applicable taxes
Exclusions
Air fare / train fare
Any meals other than those specified in ‘Cost Includes'
Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
Any other item not specified in ‘cost includes'
Porterage during trekking
Ponies / Dollies during trekking
Entrance fees during sightseeing
Destination Guide
Any item of personal nature like Laundry, Telephone,, tips, donations at temples, extended stay or travelling due to any reason
Service Tax. 3.50%
Valid from 21st Apr 2015 to 31st Oct 2015
TOUR COST: Per Person Per Tour Basis (In Rupees) and Hotels Included
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TOTAL PAX |
Transportation |
Guide |
Premium Package |
Luxury |
Deluxe |
Superior |
Standard |
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(Exclusive) |
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Package |
Package |
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(MAPAI) |
(MAPAI) |
(MAPAI) |
(MAPAI) |
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02 |
Tata Indigo |
No |
Rs.22000.00 |
Rs.19000.00 |
Rs.22350.00 |
Rs.20100.00 |
Rs.16100.00 |
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02 |
Tavera / Xylo / Ertiga |
No |
Rs.24000.00 |
Rs.21000.00 |
Rs.23000.00 |
Rs.22100.00 |
Rs.19000.00 |
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02 |
Toyota Innova |
No |
Rs.25000.00 |
Rs.22000.00 |
Rs.24000.00 |
Rs.23300.00 |
Rs.20200.00 |
HOTELS USED
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Destination |
Premium Package Hotels (MAPAI) |
Luxury Package Hotels (MAPAI) |
Deluxe Package Hotels (MAPAI) |
Superior Package (MAPAI) |
Standard Package (MAPAI) |
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Guptkashi/ Sitapur (01 Night) |
The Chardham Camps (Swiss Tents) / Himalayan Comforts (Cottages) |
Camp Nirwana (Swiss Tents) / Shivalik Valley Resort (S.Dlx) |
Camp Nirwana (Swiss Tents) / Shivalik Valley Resort (S.Dlx) |
Camp Nirwana (Swiss Tents) / Shivalik Valley Resort (Dlx) |
Mritunjay Palace / Hotel Jagatraj |
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Kedarnath (01 Night) |
GMVN / Punjab Sindh / Agra House |
GMVN / Punjab Sindh / Agra House |
GMVN / Punjab Sindh / Agra House |
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Rudraprayag (01 Night) |
Monal Resort (A/C Premium) |
Monal Resort (A/C) |
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Badrinath (01 Night) |
Hotel Sarovar Portico |
Hotel Sarovar Portico |
Hotel Narayana Palace (S.Dlx) |
Hotel Dwarikesh |
Hotel Yoga / Hotel Charanpaduka |
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Pipalkoti / Kirtinagar (01 Night) |
Hotel Le Meadows Pipalkoti (A/C) / Riverside Resort Kirtinagar (A/C) |
Hotel Le Meadows Pipalkoti (A/C) / Riverside Resort Kirtinagar (A/C) |
Hotel Tulsi Rudraprayag / Hotel Srikot Castle Srikot |
IMPORTANT NOTES
All extras (F&B and any other services) availed by the customer will be on direct payment basis
In case of odd number groups, the extra person shall be accommodated in the same room with an extra bed / mattress
The above rates are applicable to the Indian Nationals only
In Rishikesh, Green card permit will be taken from Uttrakhand Govt. the time may vary depending upon crowd there while taking the permit.
Any Meals, services not utilized, partly utilized are nonrefundable
THE CUSTOMER HAS TO BEAR THE PROPORTIONATE TOUR COST IN CASE OF EXTENDED STAY OR TRAVELLING DUE TO ANY REASON. WE SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGE IN THE ITINERARY DUE TO LANDSLIDES, FLIGHT CANCELLATIONS, WEATHER CONDITIONS OR ANY UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. THE ADDITIONAL COST INCURRED WILL BE IN ADDITION TO THE COST.
As suggested and to be customized as per request
CANCELLATION POLICY
Minimum Cancellation is Rs. 5000.00 Per Person Per Tour
25% Between 15-10 Days Before Tour Departure
50% Between 10-05 Days Before Tour Departure
75% Between 05-01 Days Before Tour Departure
100% on the Same Day & No show
Cancellation charges as % of Total Tour Cost
Note: As per the Government directive, you are requested to produce your photo identity document such as Driving License/Pan Card/Voter ID Card/Passport/Company ID Card etc. at the point of check in at the hotel. We appreciate your cooperation
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