Kedarnath Yatra @Fixed Batches
Overview:
“Kedarnath” temple is devoted to lord “Shiva”. It means “Lord of the fields”. This temple holds a great importance for Shaivite sect. It’s the first amongst “Panch (five) Kedar” temples. Namely Tungnath, Rudranath, Madhyamaheshwar & Kalpeshwar. “Kedarnath temple” is also part of “Chota char dham” which comprises of Badrinath, Gangotri & Yamunotri. It is also a part of twelve Jyotirlingas which are all across the India. All “Panch Kedar” temples are located in Garhwal Himalayas. Location of these temples are given in map below.
History of temple:
Pandavas defeated their cousins Kauravas in the epic war of Mahabharata. But, at the cost of killing the gotra & brahmanas. For self-mortification they left their kingdom & went in search of lord Shiva. First they reached Varanasi or Kashi which is one of the favourite city of Shiva. But, Shiva was deeply hurt by dishonesty of Kurushtetra war so, he was insensative to Pandavas prayers. He assumed the form of Bull (Nandi) & disappeared in Garhwal Himalayas. When Pandavas reached Garhwal region Bhima one of the five Pandavas saw the Nandi in “Guptkashi” region. “Guptkashi” means hidden kashi or Shiva. Bhima understood that Shiva is the in the form of Bull & hurried to catch him. During this event Bull disappeared in ground & reappeared in parts in various regions of Garhwal Himalayas namely, hump at Kedarnath, arm at Tungnath, face at Rudranath, nabhi or naval at Madhyamaheshwar & hair at Kalpeshwar.
Included/Exclude:
- Pick and Drop Services Haridwar to Haridwar
- Breakfast & dinner at phata homestay
- Registration
- Sightseeing
- Triple & quad sharing stay at Phata homestay
- Kedarnath tent stay
- Travel expenses till reporting location
- Extra meal which are not mentioned in inclusion
- Helicopter or mule expenses
- Daily lunch
- Anything which is not included in inclusion
Tour Amenities:
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Tour Plan:
- Arrive at Haridwar or Rishikesh, both of which are well-connected by road and rail.
- Visit the Ganga ghats in the evening to witness the Ganga Aarti, a spiritual ceremony.
- Explore Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula & Rishikesh market which is near Tapovan area
- Overnight stay in Tapovan.
- Hotel: Back Stays Hotel
- Meal Included: Dinner
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- Sightseeing for the day:
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- Drive to Guptkashi, which is approximately a 7-8 hour journey.
- En route, you may stop at Devprayag, the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers to form the Ganges.
- Check-in at a hotel Mountain Explorers Green View in Phata.
- Rest and prepare for the journey to Kedarnath the next day.
- Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
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- Sightseeing on the way:
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- Early morning, drive to Gaurikund, the base camp for the Kedarnath trek (about 1.5 hours from Guptkashi).
- From Gaurikund, start the trek to Kedarnath (approximately 16 km). The trek can be done on foot, by pony, or by hiring a helicopter service.
- Reach Kedarnath and visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
- Take some time for prayers and exploration.
- Overnight stay in Kedarnath.
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- Pilgrims queuing early before dawn at the Kedarnath Temple.
- As the sun rises, they enter the sanctum to offer prayers to Lord Shiva, seeking blessings for a new day.
- Bhairavnath temple is also 1.5 Kms from Kedarnath temple, which is also one of the sacred point.
- Post Darsha descend at Sonprayag & by Vehicle back to Phata hotel.
- Meal included: Dinner
- On the last day of the Kedarnath trip from Phata to Haridwar, you'll pass through Rudraprayag, two significant confluences of rivers.
- Rudraprayag marks the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers.
- These scenic spots offer stunning views and spiritual significance, encapsulating the essence of the Himalayan pilgrimage.
- Then cab will drop you at Haridwar railway station by 7PM.
- Meal Included: Breakfast
Batch dates starting from May to October 2024 for Kedarnarth Darshan
- May 2024: 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th & 30th
- June 2024: 4th, 9th, 14th, 19th, 24th & 29th
- July 2024: 4th, 9th, 14th, 19th, 24th & 29th
- August 2024: 3rd, 8th, 13th, 18th, 23rd & 28th
- September 2024: 2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, 22nd & 27th
- October 2024: 2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, 22nd & 27th
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