Ex-Delhi–ChardhamYatra
DAY 1 - Delhi to Haridwar (230 kms/6-7hrs) HT : 314 MTS.
On your Arrival Delhi Airport or Delhi Railway Station, Yes Travel World Tour Manager will assist you and arrange to transfer you in Haridwar Pre Booked Hotels.
If time permits visit Mansadevi Temple, Chandidevi Temple, Daksha Mahadev Temples & Others. Also visit Har-ki-Pauri for Ganga Aarti.
In the Evening The 'Aarti' worship of the Ganga after sunset and the floating 'dia' (lamp) is a moving ritual. Back to your hotel, Night in Haridwar
About Haridwar
Haridwar, lying at the feet of Shiva's hills, i.e., Shivaliks, in the Haridwar district of Uttaranchal Pradesh, is a doorway. Suryavanshi prince Bhagirath performed penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due to the curse of sage Kapila. The penance was answered and the river Ganga trickled forth forms Lord Shiva's locks and its bountiful water revived the sixty thousand sons of king Sagara. In the traditional of Bhagirath, devout Hindus stand in the sacred waters here, praying for salvation of their departed elder. It is doorway to the sources of the Ganga and the Yamuna, 3000 to 4500 meters up into the snowy ranges of the central Himalayas.
Har ki Pauri: It is also known as Brahmakund and it is believed to be the place where divine nectar fell from the pitcher. It is the site for the famous Kumbh Mela which is celebrated in 12 years. Large number of devotees comes especially to Haridwar to take a holy dip in the Ganga River. At twilight, when evening aarti is performed the reflection of the golden diyas that keep floating on the river offers an enchanting view of the ghat to the visitors. This sacred Ghat was built by King Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Bhatrihari, who is said to have meditated on the banks of Ganga in Haridwar.
Chandi Devi Temple: Situated on the top of the Neel Parvat, Chandi Temple was built in 1929 by Suchat Singh, the King of Kashmir. The temple can be reached after a 3km trek from Chandi Ghat. The main statue of Chandi Devi Temple is said to be established by the Adi Shankaracharya in 8th century. Cable car has also been introduced upto Chandi Devi Temple.
Mansa Devi Temple: Mansa Devi temple is perched on the top of the Bilwa Parwat and it is dedicated to Goddess Mansa Devi. Mansa Devi can be reached either by a ropeway that carries pilgrims to the temple or on foot. A statue of the Goddess here has three mouths and five arms, while the other one has eight arms. The temple affords bird's eye view of Haridwar.
Daksha Mahadev Temple: This ancient Dsksha Mahadev Temple (Daksheswara Mahadev Temple) is located in the south Kankhal with Lord Shiva as its residing deity. According to mythology, this temple is supposed to have been the site of a yagna conducted by Daksha.
Meals: Dinner
Night Stay: Haridwar
DAY 2 - Haridwar to Barkot (210kms/7-8hr) HT : 1352 MTS.
Have a Breakfast you will be Drive to Barkot via Mussoorie, En route visit Mussoorie Lake and Kempty Fall (Suggestible to have your lunch at Kempty fall as further no good restaurants are available before Badkot). Later drive straight to Barkot, transfer to your Hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax and store your energy for the Pahad (hill) Yatra of Yamunotri the next day. Overnight stay at Barkot.
Barkot Weather – Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius, Winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold,temp ranges from 10 deg to 05 deg.
Distance:- 210 Kms
Time:- 7-8 hrs
About Barkot
Barkot is known for its scenic natural beauty. Located at the confluence of Yamuna and tons rivers. At an elevation of over 4,000 ft, apple orchards ringed by the Himalayan range. Barkot offers panoramic views of the snowcapped mountains of Bandar Poonch. Barkot is an important stopover en route to Yamunotri and Gangotri, among the four Char Dham Pilgrimages.
Weather - Generally pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius, Winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold,temp ranges from 10 deg to 05 deg.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Barkot
DAY 3 - Barkot to Yamunotri to Barkot {36kms drive & 6kms Trek (one side)} HT : 3291 MTS.
Early morning, Drive to Jankichatti/Phoolchatti, trek start from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs.
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 Jankichatti. Return back to Barkot, Overnight stay.
Yamunotri Temple: Maharani Gularia of Jaipur built the temple in the 19th Century. It was destroyed twice in the present century and rebuilt again. At Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the Tapt kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as “Prasad”. Here near the temple “Pooja” can be offered to Divya Shila.
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Surya Kund: There are a Number of thermal springs near temple, which flows into numerous pools. The most important of these is Surya Kund.
Yamunotri Weather – In summer the maximun temp is 18 degrees and the minimum is 10 degrees celsius. The days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold.
Distance:- 36kms drive & 6kms Trek (one side)
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Barkot
DAY 4 - Barkot to Uttarkashi (100kms/4hr) HT :1352 MTS.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Uttarkashi. Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi is home to a number of ashrams, temples. The name of the town reflects its similarity to and location (as north of) the city of Kashi (Varanasi). Similar to Varanasi, the town of Uttarkashi is also situated on the banks of River Ganga.
Vishwanath temple – Vishwanath temple is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India. Re-constructed in 1857 by Maharani Khaneti Devi of Tehri State in the ancient architectural style. It is situated at the heart of the town. A massive iron trident, symbolic of divine mother’s, is erected and worshiped from time immemorial at the temple complex. Ganeshji, Sakshi Gopal, Markandeya Rishi’s small shrines are also part of the temple complex. Akhand Jyoti as well as Akhand Abhishek, special aarti in morning and evening are offered. As per Skanda Puran, Uttarkashi is known as ‘Saumya Varanasi’, the abode of Lord Shiva in Kaliyug, and counted as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.
Shakti temple – Right in front of the Vishwanath temple is Shakti temple. It has a big ‘Trishul’ of about 6 meters in height and a circumference of 90 cms. at bottom. Though there are different views about the making of this, the upper part of it seems to be made up of iron and the lower one is of copper. As per the epics, this Shakti was thrown on the devils by the Goddess Durga(Shakti), hence it gets its name. Since then this Shakti is erected over here.
Uttarkashi Weather – Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 30-35 degree Celsius but nights is pleasant, Cold in winters.
Distance:- 100 Kms
Time:- 4 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Uttarkashi
DAY 5 - Uttarkashi to Gangotri to Uttarkashi (100kms/3-4 each side) HT : 3048 MTS.
Early morning (packed breakfast) drive to Gangotri, en route at Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Gangotri via beautiful Harsil Valley. Harsil is famous for its natural beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, after that relax for some time in the lovely surroundings. Later drive back to Uttarkashi. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Gangotri Temple: The temple was constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi.
Gangotri Weather – The maximum temperature during summer can go up to 20° Celsius. Summer nights can get cooler with a minimum temperature of 10° Celsius. Light woolen clothes are required while visiting Gangotri during summer. The Winter season is very chilly in Gangotri. Gangotri will be covered in sheets of snow during winter. Pilgrim centers remain closed throughout winter due to heavy snowfalls.
Distance:- 100 Kms
Time:- 3-4 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Uttarkashi
DAY 6 - Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (220kms/8-9hr) HT : 1319 MTS.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Guptkashi via Moolgarh & Lambgoan. En route, you can see the beautiful river Mandakini at Tilwara. The Mandakini river comes from Kedarnath, drive alongside the river to reach Guptakashi, visit Ardh Narishwar Temple in Guptakashi. Check into the hotel arrival in Guptakashi. Overnight stay at Guptakashi.
Guptakashi:- 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 Guptkashi, but later fled from them further up the valley to Kedarnath, where the Pandavas finally got their wish fulfilled.
Guptkashi Weather – pleasant in summer, the temperature ranges from 25-30 degree Celsius. Cold in winters.
Distance:- 220 Kms
Time:- 8-9 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Guptkashi
DAY 7 - Guptkashi to Kedarnath (30kms by road & 19kms Trek)
Helicopter cost for Kedarnath is Extra at Actual
Morning after breakfast departure for Kedarnath dham. Enjoy Kedarnath Darshan & back your hotel. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
By Helicopter: Morning our driver will transfer you your prebook Helipad. You can inform driver about your arrival time whether it will by helicopter or by trek, so that Driver will be there to pick you up. (note: helicopter ticket is not included in this package).
By Trek: Morning our driver will drop you at Sonprayag then you have to take local jeep for Gaurikund & then your trek strat for Kedarnath Ji. After darshan, you follow same & back to Sonpraag. There is big parking issue so the driver will back tp another palace if his contact no. in not working then you have to arrange another taxi or wait for your driver.
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. 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.
Kedarnath Weather – Due to its high altitude the weather in Kedarnath remains cold for the most part of the year. Summer here is cool and pleasant while winter is severe. During the summer season the temperature varies around 20°Celsius. Light woolen wear is recommended. The Winter season in Kedarnath is severe with the mercury falling to as low as 0°Celsius. During this time the place experiences snowfall as well. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually avoided by tourists.
Distance:- 30kms by road & 19kms Trek
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Kedarnath
DAY 8 - Kedarnath to Guptkashi (19Kms Down Trek & 30kms/1hr by Road)
Morning after Pooja & breakfast, you can check out of Kedarnath hotel start your journey back to Sonprayag. Our driver will be there at a designated place which was discussed with you. Drive back to Guptkashi hotel for a night stay.
Distance:- 19Kms Down Trek & 30kms/1hr by Road
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Guptkashi
DAY 9 - Guptkashi to Badrinath (215kms/7hr) HT : 3133 MTS.
Morning after breakfast, drive to Badrinath. Check in to the hotel arrival in Badrinath. Pilgrims after having a bath in the Taptkund have the Darshan of Badrivishal & Aarti in the evening. Brahamakapal is significant for Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors (Pitrus). There is another interesting sightseeing spot like Mana, Vyas Gufa, Maatamoorti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the “Mukh” of the Saraswati River. Just within the three km of Badrinathjee. Overnight stay at Badrinath.
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Mana Village : Inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe, it is the last Indian village before Tibet.
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Vasundhara : As the name suggests, Vasundhara is a magnificent waterfall. This place is 5 km. from Badrinath out of which 2 km. is motorable upto Mana.
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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.
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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.
Badrinath Weather: The average maximum temperature will be around 18° Celsius and the average minimum is 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothes are hence required for a stay in Badrinath throughout the year. Winter in Badrinath is often accompanied by snowfalls. Winter is very chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius. Due to the extreme climatic conditions, this time is usually closed for tourists.
Distance:- 215 kms
Time:- 7 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Badrinath
Day 10 - Badrinath to Joshimath to Rudraprayag (160kms)
Morning after breakfast, a driver for Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Visit on the way Narsingh Temple in Joshimath later drive back to Rudraprayag via Joshimath. Check into the hotel arrival in Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at Rudraprayag.
Rudraprayag Weather – Generally hot in summer, the temperature ranges from 35-40 degree Celsius, Winter: The Days are pleasantly cool but the nights are cold, temp ranges from 20 deg to 05 deg.
Distance:- 160 Kms
Time:- 4 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Srinagar
Day 11: Srinagar/ Rudraprayag / Pipalkoti - Haridwar (165kms/5-6hr)
Morning after breakfast, drive for Haridwar via Rishikesh. Rishikesh ‘place of sages’ is a celebrated spiritual town on the bank of Ganga and is surrounded by the 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. Check-in Hotel. Later visit Rishikesh Temples & Sight Seeing – Laxman Jhulla, Ram Jhulla. Overnight stay at Haridwar.
Distance:- 165 Kms
Time:- 5-6 hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Night Stay: Haridwar
Day 12: Rishikesh - Hardwar - Delhi (250kms/7-8hr)
Option 2 Haridwar - Delhi (220Kms / 6-7hr)
Drive back to Delhi. On Arr. Delhi, transfer to Railway Station / Airport. Tour Completed Be in touch in Yes Travel World Thank you for travelling from Yes Travel World
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Meals: Breakfast
Hotels
Only Land Package
₹ 36,990
Per Person STANDARD HOTELS
₹ 39,990
Per Person LUXURY PACKAGE 3 * + HOTELS
Ex Delhi or Haridwar
(Air Fare, Train Fare, GST extra at actuals) (applicable for 10 or person travelling together must book 90 days in advance
5 * BY HILICOPTER
All Inclusive Ex Mumbai
₹ 2,43,990
LUXURY 5 STAR CHARDHAM YATRA by HELICOPTER Dehradun YAMUNOTRI GANGOTRI KEDARNATH BADRINATH ₹.2,14,990 per person by Helicopter Dehradun and EX MUMBAI by Flights
All Inclusive with Flights Ex Mumbai
₹ 49,990
Per Person Per Person LUXURY PACKAGE 3 * + hotels
₹ 56,990
Per Person Per Person LUXURY PACKAGE 3 * + hotels
(Standard in Group of 7 or More)
Ex Mumbai + GST extra at actuals)
(Above price applicable for more than 7 person travelling together must book 90 days in advance
BY HELICOPTER Hotel & Resort Package Cost Per Person - ₹ 2,43,990 + 5 % GST
Hyatt Centric Dehradun / REGENCY DEHRADUN / Fairfield by Marriott Dehradun
Yamuna Kriti Cottages Yamunotri
Himalayan Nature Resort Harsil, Uttarakhand
KEDAR KANTHA RESORT Guptkashi,
VijayLord's palace Badrinath
Cost Per Person - 55,000/- + 5 % GST
Hotel Radission Blu / Similar - Haridwar
Hotel Chardham Camp / Similar - Barkot , Uttarkashi , Guptakashi
Hotel Sarovar Portico / Similar - Badrinath
Bhel Ashram /Similar - Kedarnath
Hotel Monal Resort / Similar - Rudraprayag
Luxury Hotel Package Cost Per Person - 35,000/- +5 %GST
Hotel Regenta / Similar - Haridwar
Hotel Oak Kedar / Similar - Barkot
Hotel Akash Ganga / Similar - Uttarkashi
Hotel Narayan Resort / Hotel Kedarvalley Resort /Similar - Phata
Hotel Snow Crest / Similar - Badrinath
Hotel Samrat Resort / Similar - Rudrapraya
Deluxe Hotel -Package Cost Per Person - 30,000/- +5 % GST
Hotel Madhuban / Similar - Haridwar
Hotel Mountain Bird Cottage / Similar - Barkot
Hotel Jeet Palace / Similar - Uttarkashi
Hotel Giriraj Resort /Similar - Guptakashi
Himalayan Guest House (No Meal)-Kedarnath
Hotel Urvashi Resort / Similar - Badrinath
Hotel Comfort in / Similar - Pipalkoti
Standard Package - hardham Package Cost per Person @ 25,500/-+5% Gst. Minimum 6 Person
Hotel City Park/Similar - Haridwar
Hotel Kumar Residency/Similar - Barkot
Hotel Dev Ganga /Similar - Uttarkashi
Hotel Giriraj/Similar - Guptkashi
Guest House Dormitory Room(No Meal)-Kedarnath
Hotel Urvashi/Similar - Badrinath
Hotel Samrat/Similar - Srinagar
S t a n d a r d P a c k a g e H o t e l s ( E P )
Haridwar (01 Night) Hotel Trimurti Haridwar / Hotel City Park/ Matri Neer (A/C) / Laxmi Sadan (A/C) / Madhav Inn (A/C) / Romson (A/C) / Pinaki (A/C)
Badkot (02 Nights) - Hotel Samrat / Chauhan / Yamuna Kinare / Karan Palace / Gau Yamuna / Priyanka /Hotel Kumar Residency/Similar - Barkot
Uttarkashi (02 Nights) - Hotel Gangaputra / Gujarat / Vasundhara / Hilansh / Radhika / Satyam / Mansarovar / Jeet
/ Hotel Dev Ganga /Similar - Uttarkashi
Guptkashi (02 Nights) - Hotel Rajhans / Paradise / Subham / Kanha / Anoop /Hotel Giriraj/Similar - Guptkashi
Kedarnath (01 Night) - Behl Ashram /Guest House Dormitory Room(No Meal)-Kedarnath
Badrinath (01 Night) - Bholagiri / Parmarth / Bharat Shree / Urvashi/ Hotel Urvashi/Similar - Badrinath
Hotel Samrat/Similar - Srinagar
Rudraprayag / Srinagar (01 Night) - Hotel Anmol / Alpine / Hotel Srikot Castle / Prachi / Ashirwad
Rishikesh (01 Night) - Yog Tapovan (A/C) / Devoy Inn (A/C) / Tapovan Retreat (A/C)
kot Inn/ Krishnalok or Similar Day 4 Uttarkashi Maa Shakti or Similar
Notes:
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Rates are not applicable for Diwali, Christmas and New Year.
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Rates subject to change without prior notice.
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Exact cost of tour will be confirmed at the time of booking of package.
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Above Price is applicable for Groups travelling together
Inclusions
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Accommodation at all the places mentioned in the Itinerary.
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Meeting and assistance on arrival.
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Accommodations in a room at the hotel.
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Daily fixed menu breakfast & dinner.
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Air-conditioned Vehicle for sightseeing and excursions.
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Driver Bata, Toll tax, and parking.
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AC will not work in the hill area (after Haridwar).
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All Toll Tax, Parking Includes.
Highlights: -
❖ No Night Travel.
❖ We do not accommodate our Guests in Dormitories/ Dharmshala.
❖ Sumptuous, Hygienic and pure vegetarian food as per regional taste and palate.
❖ Neat & clean hotels with quality service.
Exclusions
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❖ Supplement cost of Helicopter Ticket at Kedarnath is Rs. 8,500/- (Tentative) Per Person.
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❖ Air Fare / Train Fare.
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❖ Any meals other than those specified in ‘Experience Includes’.
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❖ Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.
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❖ Porterage during trekking.
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❖ Ponies/ Dollies during trekking.
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❖ Entrance fees during sightseeing.
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❖ Destination Guide.
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❖ Any item of personal nature like Telephone, Tips, Donations at Temples, Extended Stay or Travelling due to any reason.
❖ Extended stay or traveling due to any reason.
❖ Any meals are other than those specified in Tour Cost Includes.
❖ Expenses of personal nature such as tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor, etc.
❖ Any other item not specified in ‘Tour cost includes.
❖ Guide & Entrance fees during sightseeing.
Important Notes
❖ All extras (F & B and any other services) availed by the customer will be on direct payment basis.
❖ AC and Music System in Vehicle will not be operated when we are on the Hilly Area.
❖ No night travel after 8:00 pm.
❖ 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.
❖ Any Meals, services not utilized, partly utilized are non-refundable
❖ Kedarnath and Badrinath; Triple or Four Sharing basis in a group.
❖ Gov Tax 5.0% GST
❖ All the rates are subject to change without prior notice.
❖ All rates are valid till 30th Oct., 2022.
❖ All disputes are subject to Haridwar Jurisdiction
Cancellation Policy: -
❖ 25% of the Total Package Cost is Non Refundable. ❖ 35% cancellation charge of the total package cost, if cancellation between 15 to 7 days before arrival ❖ 50% cancellation charge of the total package cost if cancellation between 7 to 3 days before arrival. ❖ 100% cancellation charge of the total package cost if cancellation before 72 Hrs. before arrival.