The sources of two rivers, Gangotri and Yamunotri are devoted to the– Ganga and Yamuna. They both, along with Badrinath and Kedarnath form the Char Dham, the four most hallowed shrines in the Himalayas .

The Ganga, especially, is the river of India , around which are entwined her memories, her hopes and fears, her songs of triumph, her victories and defeats. Ganga is the symbol of India 's age long culture and civilization, ever-changing, ever-flowing and yet ever the same Ganga .

In its most pristine form, Goddess Ganga as she is reverentially known, first descended to Earth from Heaven at Gangotri where Lord Shiva received her into his matted locks to counter the immense impact of her fall From there; the one which commenced from Yamunotri was termed Yamuna, from Gangotri – Bhagirathi from Kedarnath – Mandakini and the one which commenced from Badrinath was termed Alaknanda.
 

Kedarnath
The temple of Kedarnath dedicated to Lord Shiva is revered and visited by many pilgrims every year. The temple is situated at an altitude of 3580 m amidst the background of snow covered mountain peaks and greenery. The temple is built from large, heavy and evenly cut slabs of stones . It is considered more than 1000 years old.. The nearest bus stop is Gaurikund and pilgrims have to trek 14 kms to reach the temple.

Gangotri

The shrine of Gangotri is situated at an elevation of 3200 m surrounded by deodars and pines. The Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa constructed the original temple. Every year people from all around the world visit this shrine. Submerged in the river there is a natural Shivling. A days trek takes one to Gaumukh, the source of the mighty Ganges .

Yamunotri
It is situated at a height of 3235 m. Goddess Yamuna, the river goddess is worshipped here and has special significance in Hindu scriptures. The river Yamuna emerges from Yamunotri glacier which is at a height of 4420 m near the Kalind mountain. A hot sulphur spring pond is situated at Yamunotri close to the temple.

TERMS & CONDITION (if you disagree then get it clarified)

1.  For the purpose of package tour, a person above 3 years and below 12 years, will be treated as a child.

2. Tourists are advised to bring torch, raincoat, heavy woolen clothes and light medicine like avomine or as per doctor's advice to meet the primary needs.

3. The Pilgrims/Tourists shall take care of their belongings by themselves during the tour and Club “Explore India ” has no responsibility for any misplacement, losses or damage for their belongings.

4 Vegetarian meals at moderate rates are available in guesthouses / Tourist Rest Houses except in few places. Where such facility is not available the same is conveniently available in the local market. The pilgrims/Tourists shall have to pay the cost of meals separately at all the places.

5. Tourists are advised not to carry cooking gas cylinder and other inflammable items as it is strictly prohibited to carry such items in tourist vehicles

6. Some of the Treks, as per the itinerary, involve a continuous ascent of gradual and steep gradients. Treks are through dense forests, ascending vallies, encountering towering waterfalls. Most of the people enjoy walking these distances but the old and infant may find it strenuous. Dandies (local Palanquin) and ponies can be available and the charges will have to be borne by the traveler/tourist. However the guide/escort on duty with the package will render full assistance for hiring dandies and ponies on reasonable rates.

7. We can also arrange special Yoga package classes and adventure trips (White Water Rafting, Trekking, Wild life Tours etc.) Customised package tours to cater for the special needs of the tourists/pilgrims.

TRANSPORT

1. Package tours conducted include transport by Coaches/ tempo Traveller / qualis / tata sumo / cabs , accommodation at halting places and guide services in coaches only.

•  Package tours are operated on availability of a minimum number of seats as given below: -
a) (2X2 Coach) 27 Seater : 20 to 22 Seats
b) (2X1 Coach) 15 Seater : 13 to 14 Seats
c) Tempo Traveller : 9 to 10 seats
c) Tourist Taxi cab/Ambassador : 04 Seats .
d) Tata Sumo : 06 Seats
e) Qualis -: 06 Seats.

3. In the event of inadequate booking, tour may be cancelled and in such case money will be refunded or reserved for the next available tour, as the traveler/tourist may desire.

4. Ponies, Porters and Dandies (local Palanquin) are available for further journey as follows: -

a) Hanumanchatti to Yamunotri 14 km trek(from Hanumanchatti to Jankichatti 7 km by local jeep on own payment basis)

b) Gangotri to (Bhojwasa) Gaumukh 14 / 18 km trek

c) Gaurikund to Kedarnath 14 km trek

d) Govindghat to (Ghangria) Valley of Flowers / Hemkund 14 / 20 km trek.

ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

RESERVATION ONLINE

1. Tourist/pilgrims can avail the reservation facility through online at www.tourindiatravel.com