Sacred Himalayan Yatra with Divya Desam Temples – 7 Days Spiritual Journey from Delhi

Trip Itinerary:

🗓 Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (220 km / 5 hrs)
• Pickup from Delhi Airport or Hotel in the morning
• Drive to Haridwar – one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism (Sapta Puri)
• Check-in at hotel
• Evening visit:

• Har Ki Pauri – sacred bathing ghat on the banks of the Ganga

• Attend the Ganga Aarti – divine experience with chanting, lamps, and bells
  • Night stay in Haridwar

🗓 Day 2: Haridwar to Rishikesh (25 km / 1 hr)
• Morning drive to Rishikesh – Yoga Capital of the World
• Visit:

• Triveni Ghat – holy confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati

• Parmarth Niketan Ashram – serene spiritual center

• Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula – iconic iron suspension bridges

• Geeta Bhawan – spiritual and cultural center on Ganga’s bank

• Beatles Ashram (optional) – known for its unique art and connection to The Beatles
  • Evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth or Triveni Ghat
  • Night stay in Rishikesh

🗓 Day 3: Rishikesh to Rudraprayag via Devprayag (155 km / 6 hrs)
• Scenic drive through the Garhwal Himalayas
• En route visit:

• Devprayag – One of the 108 Divya Desams, sacred confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi forming the holy Ganga

• Raghunathji Temple – dedicated to Lord Rama
  • Continue journey to Rudraprayag – confluence of Mandakini and Alaknanda
  • Optional en route stop: Dhari Devi Temple (situated between Srinagar and Rudraprayag) – fierce form of Goddess Kali
  • Night stay in Rudraprayag

🗓 Day 4: Rudraprayag to Badrinath via Joshimath (160 km / 6-7 hrs)
• Early morning drive through steep Himalayan roads
• En route visit:

• Joshimath – sacred town and one of the 108 Divya Desams

  • Narsingh Temple – winter seat of Lord Badrinath

  • Adi Shankaracharya Math – founded by the great saint Adi Shankara
    • Drive through Govindghat and Hanuman Chatti
    • Arrive at Badrinath Dham – one of the 108 Divya Desams and part of Char Dham
    • Check-in and night stay in Badrinath

🗓 Day 5: Badrinath Darshan – Mana Village – Return to Rudraprayag (160 km / 6-7 hrs)
• Morning darshan at:

• Shri Badrinath Temple – dedicated to Lord Vishnu, built at 10,279 ft altitude
  • Optional: Special VIP Darshan (direct payment through Pandit)
  • Visit nearby sacred sites:

• Tapt Kund – natural hot spring for ritual bathing

• Mana Village – last Indian village before Tibet border

  • Bhima Pul – rock bridge from Mahabharata

  • Vyas Gufa – cave where Sage Vyasa composed the Mahabharata

  • Saraswati River Origin – divine river seen as a narrow stream
    • Afternoon start return journey to Rudraprayag
    • Night stay in Rudraprayag

🗓 Day 6: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh (155 km / 6 hrs)
• Scenic drive through mountain terrain
• En route relax and light sightseeing if time permits
• Night stay in Rishikesh

🗓 Day 7: Rishikesh to Delhi (250 km / 6.5 hrs)
• Early departure after breakfast
• Direct transfer to Delhi Airport/Railway Station
• Trip ends with spiritual blessings at 6 pm drop

Inclusions:
• 🚙 Innova Crysta car – Comfortable travel for 4–5 persons, with experienced driver
• 🏨 Star category hotel accommodation – 6 nights on twin/triple sharing
• 🍽️ Daily Breakfast at Hotel
• All Toll, Parking, Driver Allowance, Fuel charges

Exclusions:
• Special Darshan at Badrinath through Temple Pandit – direct payment, optional
• Personal expenses, meals other than breakfast