{"id":6725,"date":"2024-10-17T07:32:13","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T07:32:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/?p=6725"},"modified":"2025-01-27T11:37:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T11:37:46","slug":"darjeeling-delight-tour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/2024\/10\/17\/darjeeling-delight-tour\/","title":{"rendered":"Darjeeling Delight Tour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:00px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\" style=\"--awb-font-size:14px;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-text-font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p><i class=\"fb-icon-element-1 fb-icon-element fontawesome-icon fa-map-marker-alt fas fusion-text-flow\" style=\"border: none; color: #1e9db8; background: none;\"><\/i>Darjeeling &#8211; Mirik &#8211; Tiger Hill<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#002d5b;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-weight:700;margin:0;text-transform:capitalize;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">Description<\/h2><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:-25px;margin-bottom:20px;width:100%;max-width:10%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:30px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color4);border-color:var(--awb-color4);border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\" style=\"--awb-font-size:15px;--awb-text-font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;--awb-text-font-style:normal;--awb-text-font-weight:400;\"><p>Darjeeling, a charming hill station in the Indian state of West Bengal, is renowned for its scenic beauty and colonial-era architecture. Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, it offers breathtaking views of the majestic Kanchenjunga, the world&#8217;s third-highest peak. Famous for its tea gardens, Darjeeling produces some of the world&#8217;s finest tea, attracting enthusiasts globally. The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, adds to its allure with its iconic toy train rides through picturesque landscapes. Key attractions include Tiger Hill, known for spectacular sunrises, and the Peace Pagoda, symbolizing harmony. Rich in cultural diversity, Darjeeling blends Gorkha, Tibetan, and Bengali influences, creating a unique and vibrant local culture.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Go for a Toy train and Cable Car ride.<\/li>\n<li>Sunrise view of Tiger Hill at Darjeeling.<\/li>\n<li>Visit Ghoom Monastery &amp; War Memorial.<\/li>\n<li>Visit Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park &amp; Himalayan Mountaineering Institute.<\/li>\n<li>Excursion to Mirik.<\/li>\n<li>Boating, horse ride, &amp; canoeing \u2013 Sumendu Lake.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:0px;--awb-padding-left:00px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-text-color:#002d5b;--awb-font-size:20px;\"><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-left fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"awb-title-spacer fusion-no-large-visibility fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-small-visibility\"><\/span><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-style:normal;font-weight:700;margin:0;text-transform:capitalize;font-size:1em;--fontSize:20;--minFontSize:20;line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">Itinerary<\/h2><span class=\"awb-title-spacer\"><\/span><div class=\"title-sep-container title-sep-container-right\"><div class=\"title-sep sep- sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:var(--awb-color3);\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:-25px;margin-bottom:20px;width:100%;max-width:10%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:30px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-color4);border-color:var(--awb-color4);border-top-width:2px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:14px;--awb-content-font-size:14px;--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-border-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-divider-color:#efefef;--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-icon-color:#002d5b;--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);--awb-icon-box-color:var(--awb-color6);--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color4);--awb-title-font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;--awb-title-font-weight:700;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:16px;--awb-content-font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:400;\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordion-6725-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-b7e1306f9139db176 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_b7e1306f9139db176\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"b7e1306f9139db176\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#b7e1306f9139db176\" href=\"#b7e1306f9139db176\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 01- Darjeeling Arrival<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"b7e1306f9139db176\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_b7e1306f9139db176\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -10px;\">\n<li>Your Darjeeling tour starts today. First, meet our representative, who will be there to assist you while you take a transfer to Darjeeling from New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (70.3 km) \/ Bagdogra Airport (65.3 km) \/ Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (61.9 km).<\/li>\n<li>Arrive at your hotel and check -in formalities.<\/li>\n<li>In the evening, go out for a stroll around the mall or local shopping centre of Darjeeling.<\/li>\n<li>Have a comfortable overnight stay at Darjeeling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-02372a60efa057708 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_02372a60efa057708\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"02372a60efa057708\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#02372a60efa057708\" href=\"#02372a60efa057708\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 02- Darjeeling<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"02372a60efa057708\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_02372a60efa057708\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -10px;\">\n<li>Early morning (4:00 AM) visit Tiger Hill (Subject to availability of Permit \/ Token) and then back to hotel.<\/li>\n<li>This morning, wake up early and then leave for Tiger Hill to witness the breathtaking sunrise. While going back to Darjeeling, visit major tourist attractions like Ghoom Monastery, War memorial, and Batasia Loop.<\/li>\n<li>Return to the hotel and enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Then leave for your next round of sightseeing. Visit one of the most popular attractions of Darjeeling, Peace Pagoda. Also, visit other attractions of Darjeeling such as Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Tensing and Gumpo Rock, Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center, and Natural History Museum.<\/li>\n<li>Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, P.N. Zoological Park (Thursday closed), Tenzing Rock, Ropeway, Tibetan Refugee self-help Centre (Sunday closed), Tea Garden (outer view), Japanese Temple.<\/li>\n<li>Over Night stay at hotel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Darjeeling is a popular hill station known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Here are some of the top sightseeing places in Darjeeling:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tiger Hill:<\/strong>\u00a0Famous for its panoramic view of Mount Kanchenjunga and the sunrise, Tiger Hill is a must-visit spot in Darjeeling.<br \/>\n<strong>Batasia Loop:<\/strong>\u00a0This spiral railway track offers a scenic view of the town and the surrounding hills, along with a beautiful garden.<br \/>\n<strong>Darjeeling Himalayan Railway:<\/strong>\u00a0Also known as the Toy Train, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a charming ride through the picturesque landscapes of Darjeeling.<br \/>\n<strong>Himalayan Mountaineering Institute<\/strong>: This institute showcases the history and equipment of mountaineering and offers training for aspiring mountaineers.<br \/>\n<strong>Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park:<\/strong>\u00a0Home to endangered species like the red panda and snow leopard, this zoo is a great place for wildlife enthusiasts.<br \/>\n<strong>Peace Pagoda:<\/strong>\u00a0Built by the Japanese Buddhist monk Nichidatsu Fujii, the Peace Pagoda offers a serene environment and a panoramic view of the town.<br \/>\n<strong>Darjeeling Ropeway:<\/strong>\u00a0This cable car ride provides a breathtaking view of the valleys, tea gardens, and mountains.<br \/>\n<strong>Japanese Temple:<\/strong>\u00a0Located near the Peace Pagoda, this temple offers a tranquil environment and insight into Japanese Buddhist culture.<br \/>\n<strong>Ghoom Monastery:<\/strong>\u00a0One of the oldest Tibetan Buddhist monasteries in Darjeeling, it houses a 15-foot high statue of Maitreya Buddha.<br \/>\n<strong>Rock Garden and Ganga Maya Park:<\/strong>\u00a0These parks offer beautiful terraced gardens, waterfalls, and a peaceful environment for relaxation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-0dced59f5e4bf7ae5 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\" href=\"#0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day- 03- Excursion to Mirik (49 Kms. \/ 2\u00bd Hrs. one-way)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_0dced59f5e4bf7ae5\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -10px;\">\n<li>After having your breakfast, start driving towards Mirik in Darjeeling. As you drive through picturesque valleys and lush green meadows, experience the soft breeze caressing your face and tranquility, calling you closer. Mirik is one of the most serene tourist attractions of Darjeeling.<\/li>\n<li>Relax by the beautiful Sumendu Lake and let the pleasing weather and breathtaking views leave you mesmerized. Then, enjoy boating, horse riding, and canoeing at Mirik.<\/li>\n<li>On the way back to Darjeeling return via Pasupati Market, which is situated in Indo-Nepal border (Extra vehicle charges will be applicable for Nepal Border to Pasupati Market on direct payment basis).<\/li>\n<li>Evening back to hotel.<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay at Darjeeling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-f40299545854fb9a6 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_f40299545854fb9a6\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"f40299545854fb9a6\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#f40299545854fb9a6\" href=\"#f40299545854fb9a6\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 04- Departure<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"f40299545854fb9a6\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_f40299545854fb9a6\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -10px;\">\n<li>On the 4th day, your Darjeeling tour ends here. Have breakfast and then leave for Siliguri \/ New Jalpaiguri Railway Station (70 km) \/ Bagdogra Airport (69 km) \/ Tenzing Norgay Bus Stand (62 km). On reaching, leave for your onward journey.<\/li>\n<li>Back to home with sweet memories of ITH Travels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-5c04968569dbba6e7 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_5c04968569dbba6e7\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"5c04968569dbba6e7\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#5c04968569dbba6e7\" href=\"#5c04968569dbba6e7\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 06- Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (220 k.m.\/ 8-9 Hrs Drive)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"5c04968569dbba6e7\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_5c04968569dbba6e7\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>After breakfast start your Journey to Guptkashi.<\/li>\n<li>En route, visit Tehri Dam. Check-in at the hotel in Guptkashi.<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay in Guptkashi (Stay options also available in Sonprayag.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-44d98808c4c50823b fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_44d98808c4c50823b\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"44d98808c4c50823b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#44d98808c4c50823b\" href=\"#44d98808c4c50823b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 07- Guptkashi to Kedarnath (30 km Drive + 16 km trek)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"44d98808c4c50823b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_44d98808c4c50823b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>Drive to Sonpyayag to Gaurikund. (Sonprayag to Gaurikund by Sumo on directly\/5-6 k.m. drive)<\/li>\n<li>Trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath (16 km). Alternatively, you can take a helicopter or pony\/doli.<\/li>\n<li>Perform evening aarti at Kedarnath Temple.<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay in Kedarnath.<\/li>\n<li>Jungle Chatti from Gaurikund through Rambara bridge (4 km)<\/li>\n<li>Jungle Chatti to Bheembali Linchauli (4 km)<\/li>\n<li>Bheembali Linchauli to Kedarnath base camp (4 km approx)<\/li>\n<li>Kedarnath base camp to the Kedarnath Temple (1 km)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-6ec21f854486bbefd fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_6ec21f854486bbefd\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"6ec21f854486bbefd\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#6ec21f854486bbefd\" href=\"#6ec21f854486bbefd\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 08- Kedarnath- Guptkashi<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"6ec21f854486bbefd\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_6ec21f854486bbefd\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>Morning after darsan at kedarnath ji also visit Shri Shankarachary Temple.<\/li>\n<li>Later proceed to Guptakashi, upon arrival check in at hotel.<\/li>\n<li>Day free for leisure.<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay at hotel in Guptkashi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-8868c8a45f81edfac fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_8868c8a45f81edfac\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"8868c8a45f81edfac\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#8868c8a45f81edfac\" href=\"#8868c8a45f81edfac\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 09- Guptkashi to Badrinath\/Joshimath (200 k.m.\/ 7-8 Hrs Drive)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"8868c8a45f81edfac\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_8868c8a45f81edfac\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath.<\/li>\n<li>Check-in at the hotel in Badrinath.<\/li>\n<li>Evening visit to Badrinath Temple for darshan and aarti.<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay at hotel in Joshimath\/Badrinathdham\/ Pipalkothi.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Joshimath, also known as Jyotirmath, is a quaint town in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. It is a significant religious, cultural, and tourist destination, serving as the winter seat of Lord Badri and the gateway to several important pilgrimage sites and trekking routes. Here&#8217;s a detailed guide to visiting Joshimath:<br \/>\n<strong>If you want than also explore \u2013<\/strong> enroute visit places: Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Nandprayag, Vishnu Prayag, &amp; Joshimath (Narshimha Temple) &#8211;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and Alaknanda, Rudranath, Temple &amp; Narad Silla.<\/li>\n<li>Karanprayag: It is the confluence of river Pindar and Alaknanda.<\/li>\n<li>Nandprayag : It is the confluence of river Nandakini and Alaknanda.<\/li>\n<li>Vishnu Prayag: &#8211; It is the confluence of river Dhauliganga and Alaknanda.<\/li>\n<li>Guptkashi to Rudraprayag = 70 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Guptkashi to Chopta = 50 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Guptkashi to Joshimath = 150 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Guptkashi to Badrinath = 190 K.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"color: #002d5b; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 20px;\">Few temples in Ukhimath (Rudraprayag)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Rudraprayag to Badrinath = 150 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Joshimath to Badrinath = 50 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Chopta to Joshimath = 135 K.m.<\/li>\n<li>Pipalkothi to Joshimath = 40 K.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-0f8a50acbd46ee699 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_0f8a50acbd46ee699\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"0f8a50acbd46ee699\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#0f8a50acbd46ee699\" href=\"#0f8a50acbd46ee699\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 10- Badrinath- Rudraprayag(150 k.m.)\/ Pipalkothi(70 k.m.)<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"0f8a50acbd46ee699\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_0f8a50acbd46ee699\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>Early morning visit to Badrinath Temple.<\/li>\n<li>Badrinath Dham, located in the picturesque Uttarakhand, is surrounded by several noteworthy places that are both spiritually significant and naturally beautiful. Here are some key places to visit in and around Badrinath:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"color: #002d5b; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 20px;\">In Badrinath Dham<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Badrinath Temple<\/strong>: The primary attraction, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Hinduism.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tapt Kund<\/strong>: A natural hot water spring situated near the Badrinath Temple, where pilgrims take a holy dip before entering the temple.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brahma Kapal<\/strong>: A ghat on the banks of the Alaknanda River, where rituals for the deceased ancestors are performed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sheshnetra<\/strong>: A rock formation that resembles the legendary snake, Shesha, and is believed to protect the temple.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charan Paduka<\/strong>: A rock believed to have the footprints of Lord Vishnu. It\u2019s a short trek from Badrinath and offers a panoramic view of the valley.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"color: #002d5b; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 20px;\">Around Badrinath<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Mana Village<\/strong>: The last village on the Indian side of the Indo-Tibetan border, it is a charming and culturally rich place. Points of interest here include:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vyas Cave<\/strong>: Believed to be the cave where sage Vyas composed the Mahabharata.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ganesh Cave<\/strong>: The cave where Lord Ganesha is believed to have written the Mahabharata as dictated by Vyas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bhim Pul<\/strong>: A natural bridge over the Saraswati River, believed to have been placed by Bhima, one of the Pandavas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vasudhara Falls<\/strong>: A stunning waterfall located around 9 km from Badrinath. It\u2019s a trek from Mana Village and offers breathtaking views.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Neelkanth Peak<\/strong>: Known as the &#8216;Garhwal Queen,&#8217; this peak stands at 6,597 meters and is visible from Badrinath. It&#8217;s a popular trekking destination.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mata Murti Temple<\/strong>: Located 3 km from Badrinath, this temple is dedicated to the mother of Lord Narayana.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Alka Puri<\/strong>: The source of the Alaknanda River, it\u2019s a scenic spot around 15 km from Badrinath.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Satopanth Tal<\/strong>: A high-altitude lake around 25 km from Badrinath, it is a trekker\u2019s delight and is associated with various legends.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pandukeshwar<\/strong>: A small village en route to Badrinath, it has ancient temples and is believed to be the winter abode of Lord Badrinath.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li>Evening transfer to Rudraprayag or Pipalkothi as per time availability<\/li>\n<li>Overnight stay at hotel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-6ba36f2c15cbcb98f fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:#002d5b;--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color7);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\"><a class=\"active\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\" href=\"#6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon fa-angle-double-right fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon fa-angle-double-down fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Day - 11- Departure- Drop to Haridwar<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse in\" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_6ba36f2c15cbcb98f\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<ul>\n<li>Morning drive back to Haridwar\/Rishikesh. En-route see the confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda in Devprayag.<\/li>\n<li>Drop to Haridwar railway station (Airport) as per the schedule timing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"color: #002d5b; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 20px;\">Imp Points<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Best Time to Visit: Late April to June and September to November.<\/li>\n<li>Altitude and Weather: The shrines are located at high altitudes, so be prepared for cold weather and possible altitude sickness.<\/li>\n<li>Physical Fitness: The pilgrimage involves trekking, so a reasonable level of physical fitness is required.<\/li>\n<li>Permits: Ensure you have necessary permits and registrations, especially for Kedarnath.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"color: #002d5b; font-weight: bold; margin-left: 20px;\">Things to Carry<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raincoat, Umbrella, Monkey cap, Hand gloves, Swatter\/Pullover, Canvas Shoes, Torch, Oxygen cylinder &amp; personal medicines.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6750,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[90],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6725","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-domestic-two"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6725","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6725"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6725\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8079,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6725\/revisions\/8079"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6750"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6725"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6725"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travelcharita.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6725"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}