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Chardham Yatra

Here is a detailed itinerary for a Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand by road, including suggested hotel stays. The Chardham Yatra comprises visits to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The trip typically starts from Haridwar or Dehradun.

Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar

Stay: Haridwar (Hotel Ganga Lahari or similar)
Activities: Visit Har Ki Pauri, attend Ganga Aarti in the evening.

Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot

Distance: 180 km, 6-7 hours drive
Stay: Barkot (Camp Nirvana or similar)
Activities: En route, visit Kempty Falls in Mussoorie.

Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri and back to Barkot

Distance: 36 km drive to Janki Chatti + 6 km trek to Yamunotri
Stay: Barkot (Camp Nirvana or similar)
Activities: Trek to Yamunotri, visit Yamunotri Temple and Surya Kund.

Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi

Distance: 100 km, 4-5 hours drive
Stay: Uttarkashi (Hotel Shivlinga or similar)
Activities: Visit Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple.

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back to Uttarkashi

Distance: 100 km one way, 3-4 hours drive each way
Stay: Uttarkashi (Hotel Shivlinga or similar)
Activities: Visit Gangotri Temple, Ganga Aarti at the temple.

Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi

Distance: 220 km, 8-9 hours drive
Stay: Guptkashi (Hotel Kedar Valley or similar)
Activities: Relax and prepare for the trek to Kedarnath.

Day 7: Guptkashi to Kedarnath

Distance: 30 km drive to Gaurikund + 16 km trek
Stay: Kedarnath (Basic accommodations like GMVN Guest House)
Activities: Trek to Kedarnath, visit Kedarnath Temple.

Day 8: Kedarnath to Guptkashi

Distance: 16 km trek back to Gaurikund + 30 km drive
Stay: Guptkashi (Hotel Kedar Valley or similar)
Activities: Return trek from Kedarnath, relax.

Day 9: Guptkashi to Badrinath

Distance: 190 km, 7-8 hours drive
Stay: Badrinath (Sarovar Portico or similar)
Activities: Visit Badrinath Temple, Tapt Kund (Hot Springs).

Day 10: Badrinath

Stay: Badrinath (Sarovar Portico or similar)
Activities: Visit Mana Village, Vasudhara Falls, and other nearby attractions.

Day 11: Badrinath to Rudraprayag

Distance: 160 km, 6-7 hours drive
Stay: Rudraprayag (Monal Resort or similar)
Activities: Visit Rudraprayag Sangam and Koteshwar Temple.

Day 12: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh

Distance: 140 km, 5-6 hours drive
Stay: Rishikesh (Hotel Ganga Kinare or similar)
Activities: Visit Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, attend Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.

Day 13: Rishikesh to Haridwar

Distance: 20 km, 1 hour drive
Activities: Relax, shop for souvenirs, and departure.

Notes: Best Time to Visit: Late April to June and September to November.

Permits: Ensure you have necessary permits and registrations for the Chardham Yatra.
Health: The trek to Kedarnath is strenuous; be prepared physically.

Bookings: Make hotel reservations in advance, especially during peak season.
This itinerary ensures a balanced mix of travel, rest, and pilgrimage activities, providing a fulfilling Chardham Yatra experience.

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