Gangotri Yamunotri yatra

Route: Haridwar – Mussoorie – Kempty Fall – Yamuna Bridge – Barkot

Optional Detour: Lakhamandal (Ancient Shiva Temple)

After breakfast, drive from Haridwar to Mussoorie, enjoying scenic mountain views. Take a refreshing break at Kempty Fall, a popular spot for photos. Continue through Mussoorie toward Yamuna Bridge, a peaceful stretch with deep valleys, forests, and river views. If time permits, visit Lakhamandal, an ancient Shiva temple linked to the Mahabharata. By evening, arrive at Barkot, check into your hotel, relax, and prepare for the next day’s journey.

Experiences:

• Scenic mountain drive from Haridwar to Mussoorie with refreshing Himalayan views.
• Enjoy a short break at Kempty Fall, ideal for photos and relaxation.
• Peaceful drive along the Yamuna River after the Yamuna Bridge.
• Option to visit the historic Lakhamandal Shiva Temple.

Food Suggestions:

• Haridwar to Mussoorie Route Dhabas – aloo paratha, tea, poha.
• Kempty Fall Market Cafes – chole bhature, Maggi, pakoras, parathas.
• Roadside Dhabas after Yamuna Bridge – rajma-chawal, roti-sabzi, dal-rice.

Activities:

• Photography and a short nature break at Kempty Falls.
• Scenic viewpoint stop near the Yamuna Bridge.
• Optional visit to the ancient Lakhamandal Shiva Temple.
• Relaxation and acclimatisation during your stay.

Route: Barkot – Syana Chatti – Hanuman Chatti – Phool Chatti – Jankichatti – Yamunotri

Trek: Jankichatti - Yamunotri (6 km one-way)

After breakfast, drive from Barkot to Jankichatti, stopping briefly at Syana Chatti for forest views, Hanuman Chatti for the river confluence, and Phool Chatti for calm village scenery. From Jankichatti, begin the 6 km trek to Yamunotri (pony/palki/doli available). At the top, visit Surya Kund, offer prayers at Divyashila, and take darshan at Yamunotri Temple. After your rituals, trek back to Jankichatti and return to Barkot for dinner and rest.

Experiences:

• Scenic drive from Barkot to Jankichatti through forests and river valleys.
• Short halts at Syana Chatti, Hanuman Chatti, and Phool Chatti.
• Beautiful 6 km mountain trek to Yamunotri.
• Holy dip experience at Surya Kund (hot spring).
• Darshan at Yamunotri Temple & offering prayers at Divyashila.
• Peaceful mountain views on the return trek.

Food Suggestions:

• Barkot to Jankichatti Dhabas – aloo puri, parathas, tea.
• Jankichatti Market – Maggi, rajma-rice, veg thali.
• Yamunotri Top – light snacks (limited stalls).

Activities:

• Scenic photography stops at river viewpoints.
• Trekking/pony ride to Yamunotri.
• Holy rituals at Yamunotri Temple.
• Optional visit to Kharsali Village (Shani Temple).
• Evening rest at Barkot.

Route: Barkot – Radi Top – Shiv Gufa – Uttarkashi

After breakfast, drive from Barkot to Uttarkashi, enjoying mountain views and forested roads. Take a brief stop at Radi Top for panoramic Himalayan scenery. Continue to Shiv Gufa, a naturally formed Shiva cave known for its peaceful spiritual atmosphere. By afternoon, reach Uttarkashi, check into your hotel, and spend the evening exploring the local market or relaxing at your stay.

Experiences:

• Scenic mountain drive from Barkot to Uttarkashi.
• Beautiful Himalayan views at Radi Top.
• Visit to the natural Shiv Gufa cave temple.

Food Suggestions:

• Roadside Dhabas en route – parathas, tea, simple vegetarian meals.
• Uttarkashi Local Eateries – thali meals, momos, soups.

Activities:

• Photography stops at Radi Top.
• Darshan at Shiv Gufa (natural cave temple).
• Evening walk or market visit in Uttarkashi.

Route: Uttarkashi – Kashi Vishwanath – Gangnani (Hot Spring) – Harsil – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

Optional: Harsil Village (Apple Orchards & Winter Seat of Maa Ganga)

After breakfast, drive from Uttarkashi toward Gangotri, stopping first at Kashi Vishwanath Temple for darshan. Continue to Gangnani for a refreshing holy dip in the natural hot spring. Proceed to Harsil, a scenic valley known for apple orchards, pine forests, and riverside views. On reaching Gangotri, take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi River, visit Surya Kund, see the submerged Shivling, and offer prayers at Gangotri Dham. After darshan, drive back to Uttarkashi and relax at your hotel after a spiritually enriching day.

Experiences:

• Visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi.
• Holy dip opportunity at Gangnani Hot Spring (Rishikund).
• Scenic landscapes of Harsil Valley—pine forests, apple orchards, riverside views.
• Darshan at Gangotri Dham, one of the holiest shrines of the Char Dham Yatra.
• View of Surya Kund & Submerged Shivling near the temple.

Food Suggestions:

• Gangnani & Harsil Dhabas – tea, parathas, simple meals.
• Gangotri Market – rajma-chawal, khichdi, light snacks.
• Uttarkashi Restaurants – full thali meals on return.

Activities:

• Darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Relax and refresh at Gangnani Hot Spring.
• Scenic photography in Harsil Valley.
• Holy rituals and temple visit in Gangotri.
• Return and unwind at Uttarkashi.

Route: Uttarkashi – Chamba – Haridwar/Rishikesh

End Point: Haridwar/Rishikesh Drop – Tour Ends

After breakfast, drive from Uttarkashi toward Haridwar/Rishikesh via the scenic Chamba route, enjoying Himalayan views, deep valleys, and peaceful mountain roads. Continue through forested stretches and hillside villages as you descend toward the plains. By late afternoon or evening, reach Haridwar, where the Yamunotri–Gangotri journey concludes with a drop at your preferred location.

Experiences:

• Beautiful mountain drive via Chamba.
• Optional – Visit Kunjapuri Temple
• Panoramic Himalayan landscapes and valley views.

Food Suggestions:

• Roadside Dhabas on the Chamba route – simple veg meals, parathas, tea.
• Haridwar/Rishikesh eateries – quick snacks and thalis after reaching.

Activities:

• Scenic breaks for photography along the Chamba route.