Overview
Important Notes:
- Accommodation: Due to limited facilities in Kedarnath, overnight stays are arranged in Guptkashi or nearby areas.
- Weather Conditions: Helicopter operations are subject to favorable weather conditions.
- Booking: It's advisable to book well in advance, especially during peak pilgrimage seasons.
- Health Precautions: Carry warm clothing, as temperatures can drop unexpectedly, and ensure you're physically fit for the journey.
3 Nights 4 Days
Available on request
Jauligrant, Uttarakhand
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't
What is included in the tour
Package Inclusions:
- Helicopter Transfers: Round-trip helicopter services from Dehradun to Kedarnath and Badrinath, including necessary halts at Sersi Helipad.
- Accommodation: 3 nights' accommodation on a twin-sharing basis with all meals included (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Darshan Assistance: VIP darshan arrangements at both Kedarnath and Badrinath temples.
- Sightseeing: Guided visits to Mana Village and other significant sites near Badrinath.
- Transfers: Pickup and drop-off services from/to Dehradun Airport/Railway Station.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Dehradun
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Morning/Afternoon:
- Arrive at Dehradun Airport or Railway Station.
- Transfer to your pre-booked hotel in Dehradun for check-in and relaxation.
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Evening:
- Attend a briefing session organized by the tour operator, where you'll receive detailed information about the upcoming Do Dham Yatra by helicopter, including dos and don'ts.
- Overnight stay at the hotel in Dehradun.
Day 2: Dehradun to Kedarnath
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Morning:
- After an early breakfast, depart from Sahastradhara Helipad around 11:00 AM.
- Arrive at Kedarnath Helipad by 11:30 AM; the helicopter ride takes approximately 30 minutes.
- Proceed to the Kedarnath Temple for VIP darshan and participate in the ongoing prayers and rituals. The temple is about a 10-15 minute walk (500 meters) from the helipad.
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Afternoon:
- After darshan, return to the helipad and board the helicopter to Sersi Helipad.
- From Sersi, drive to your accommodation in Guptkashi (approximately 30 km, 1-hour drive).
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Evening:
- Check-in at the hotel in Guptkashi.
- Optional visit to the ancient Triyuginarayan Temple, believed to be the site of the celestial marriage of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.
- Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Guptkashi.
Day 3: Guptkashi to Badrinath
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Morning:
- After breakfast, depart from the hotel to Sersi Helipad.
- Board the helicopter to Badrinath Helipad, arriving around 1:30 PM. The flight duration is approximately 30 minutes.
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Afternoon:
- Check-in at a hotel in Badrinath for lunch and freshen up.
- Visit the Badrinath Temple for VIP darshan.
- Explore Mana Village, the last village on the Indo-China border, located about 3 km from Badrinath. Attractions here include:
- Vyas Gufa (cave) and Ganesh Gufa (cave), where it's believed the epic Mahabharata was penned.
- Mata Murti Temple, dedicated to the mother of Lord Badrinath.
- Origin of the Saraswati River.
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Evening:
- Attend the Swarna Aarti (Golden Aarti) at the Badrinath Temple.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4: Badrinath to Dehradun
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Morning:
- After breakfast, depart from Badrinath Helipad.
- Fly back to Sahastradhara Helipad in Dehradun, arriving around 2:30 PM. The flight duration is approximately 30 minutes.
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Afternoon:
- Transfer to Dehradun Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.
Pickup point
Directions.
Jolly Grant Airport - Dehradun, Airport Road, Jauligrant, Uttarakhand, India
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