Overview
Badrinath holds a prominent place in the Chardham Yatra, and the 2023 package itinerary includes a visit to the temple located in the picturesque district of Chamoli in Uttarakhand. The temple boasts exceptional art and architecture, and the enchanting range of Garwal hills only adds to its allure. It is also noteworthy that the temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
Itinerary
Meet our agent in the morning at your hotel, the airport, or the train station. Start your journey to Haridwar after gathering some basic information. Register at the hotel. Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Aarti visit in the evening. Stay the night in Haridwar. (Lunch: Dinner)
On the second day of your itinerary, you will check out from the hotel in Haridwar after breakfast and begin your drive to Pipalkoti. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to stop at any notable sightseeing spots or temples that catch your eye. Upon arriving in Pipalkoti, you will check in to the hotel for the evening. You will have the rest of the day to explore the town or relax at the hotel before settling in for an overnight stay in Pipalkoti hotel.
After enjoying breakfast, embark on the journey to Badrinath. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel. Pilgrims can take a bath in the Tapt Kund and have darshan of Badrivishal and attend the evening aarti. Brahma Kapal is an important site for performing the pinddan shraddh of ancestors. Other notable sights include Mana village, inhabited by an Indo-Mongolian tribe and the last Indian village before Tibet, Vasundhara waterfall, Bhim Pul, a natural bridge over the Saraswati river, Vyas Gufa, a rock-cave where Ved Vyas is believed to have appeared, and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River, all located within a three km radius of Badrinath. Stay overnight in Badrinath. The weather in Badrinath can vary, with maximum temperatures reaching 18° Celsius and minimum temperatures around 8° Celsius. Warm and woolen clothing is recommended throughout the year, and winter can be particularly chilly with an average temperature of 5° Celsius, and snowfall is common. The temple is closed for tourists during the winter months due to the harsh weather conditions.
After taking a bath in the Tapt Kund, pilgrims have the opportunity to view the Badrivishal in the early morning. The Brahma Kamal is particularly significant for performing the Pinddan Shraddh of ancestors. Other notable sights in the area include Mana, Vyas Gufa, Mata Murti, Charanpaduka, Bhimkund, and the "Mukh" of the Saraswati River, all located within a three km radius of Badrinath Ji. Later, I returned to Rudraprayag via Joshimath and checked into a hotel.
Joshimath is located on the slopes above the confluence of the Alaknanda and Dhauliganga rivers. It is one of the four 'Maths' established by Adi Shankaracharya and is the site of a temple that is visited by many for worship. The town also has many other temples, the most important being the temple of Nir Singh, which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The left arm of the deity at this temple is said to be weakening over time, and popular belief holds that when it completely withers, the Badrinath valley will cease to exist and the gods will move to the neighboring Niti Valley at Bhavishya Badri. Joshimath is easily accessible by regular bus service to Rishikesh, Haridwar, Badrinath, and other nearby locations.
After breakfast, depart from the hotel. Go to Rishikesh now. Visit Dev Prayag en route.
Check into your accommodation in Rishikesh after arrival. Triveni Ghat Ganga Aarti in the evening. Stay the night at Rishikesh. (Dinner and breakfast are included)
After breakfast, depart from the hotel. Visit Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula, two well-known suspension bridges in Rishikesh, along with the nearby Ashrams and Temples.Take off towards Delhi. Drop off at the airport, train station, or hotel in Delhi.
Yatra Ends
Har Har Mahadev!