Days: 5N/6D
Vendor: Disha World Travels
Date: Till October (Subject to weather conditions)
Our Chardham Yatra starts in the lap of luxury, surrounded with nature. Nestled on the foothills of Queen of Hills Mussoorie, amidst picturesque Malsi forest and majestic Himalayan range, lies the sprawling campus of HYATT REGENCY, DEHRADUN the first 5star deluxe hotel of Dehradun. Our journey for Chardham Yatra starts here and makes the yatra filled with everlasting memories.
Company is the pioneer of Chardham Yatra by helicopter. This 5 Nights Chardham helicopter tour was conceptualized by us for the first time in the year 2011. Over the years we have developed expertise in conducting this yatra. We have deep knowledge of this sector. We operate a fleet of Airbus H 130 and Airbus H 125 helicopters which are best in the world for high altitude flying. Our highly experienced team of helicopter pilots will not just give you a safe and comfortable ride but also make your trip unforgettable with their live commentary on all snow-clad peaks and all places of historical and mythological importance that fall in the route.
We take pride in ensuring best darshans and puja experience at all temples. This is our forte and also our USP. We also take special care for all senior citizens and look after their every comfort and needs. We make sure that we provide each and every passenger unforgettable experience in this yatra which is full of lifetime memories.
DAY 01 : ARRIVAL IN DEHRADUN
The excitement begins with your arrival in Dehradun. Our teams will arrange your pickup from Dehradun airport or Railway station if you are arriving by flight or train. Your stay in Dehradun is arranged at luxurious Hyatt Regency. This is not just the best hotel in Dehradun but also one of the best premium 5-star properties in entire North India.
Pickup from Dehradun Airport / Railway station in Toyota Innova Crysta / Similar Cars
Dinner included in the hotel package. All other extras have to be paid directly.
Our teams will meet all guests in the hotel in evening and brief them about the do’s and don’ts of the yatra.
IMPORTANT - ONLY 5 kg baggage per passenger is allowed hence guests are advised to stick to this weight limit. Excess baggage may not be allowed to go onboard helicopter. Heritage Aviation will be providing.
DAY 02 : DEHRADUN – YAMUNOTRI
Early morning takeoffs are a key in this yatra as morning weather is very good for helicopter flying. Our take off will be sharp at 6 and so guests are advised to leave hotel latest by 5.15am.
After a brief briefing passengers will board their helicopters for onward journey. Passengers will get glimpse of entire range of snow-clad peaks of Garhwal Himalayas as they takeoff from Dehradun. The Bandarpunch peak on which Yamunotri glacier and shrine is located looks simply majestic as we head closer to it.
0600 am Departure Sahastradhara helipad, Dehradun
0630 am Arrival Kharsali helipad, Yamunotri.
Kharsali is the village from where trek starts for Yamunotri temple. This village is at an altitude of 8500 feet. After getting down from helicopter passengers will be taken to the nearby Hotel Yamunakriti for check in. Hot breakfast will be available at the hotel. After completing b’fast palkis will be ready to take passengers to the temple. The trek is tough and takes about 6 hours to finish darshans and return back. Kharsali is a small and remote village.
Hotel: Kharsali is a very small and remote village. Hotel quality here is basic with neat and clean linen and rooms. Food is pure and homely. All essential amenities are available in hotel. This is also best accommodation in this place.
Sightseeing: All passengers are advised to visit the nearby Shani temple in evening. As per the Legend God Shani is the son of Sun God and brother of Godess Yamuna and this temple is supposedly the first and oldest Shani temple anywhere in the world. Local people believe that temple deity regularly demonstrates divine powers to them.
DAY 03 : YAMUNOTRI – GANGOTRI
Helicopter ride from Yamunotri to Gangotri will take you over some amazing bugyals and snow-clad peaks. Bugyals are essentially meadows or large green patches found in Himalayas at 10,000 feet and above altitude. Passengers may get to see Swargarohini group of
peaks during this ride.
0630 am Departure Kharsali helipad
0700 am Arrival Harsil Helipad
A hidden jewel near Gangotri Dham, Harsil is a serene Himalayan hamlet nestled on banks of river Bhagirathi at 8500 feet altitude and surrounded by snow clad mountains, pine forests and apple orchards. Popularly referred to as the mini-Switzerland of India, time seems to have stopped at this poetic hill station dotted with traditional houses and ancient temples. Some parts of the famous Raj Kapoor movie Ram Teri Ganga Maili were shot in Harsil.
After landing we will first go to Himalayan Nature Resort, which is 2 kms from helipad.
After check in and breakfast we will leave for Gangotri temple which is 22 kms and takes about 45 mins by car. We provide Innova Cars for temple visit.
There is a walk of about 300-400 meters at Gangotri from car parking to temple. Our teams will receive passengers and assist them in visit to temple
Passengers should return to resort by lunch time and relax in the natural surroundings.
Hotel: Himalayan Nature Resort is a small and beautiful resort nestled in between apple orchards and Bhagirathi and Jalandhari rivers. Rooms are very good and the best part is the amazing view of snow-clad peaks which one gets from this hotel.
Sightseeing: According to the local legend, the Harsil got its name from the rivers Bhagirathi and the Jalandhari as once they had an argument over their significance. Lord Vishnu also known as Hari, was asked to intervene. He turned himself into a great stone, a shila, and absorbed their anger. Even today, after Hari-shila (or Harsil), the waters of the two rivers have become a little less turbulent. Guests must visit the ancient Lord Vishnu temple and Hari Shila which is walking distance from the resort. Enjoy the bonfire on the riverside in the evening at the resort. The sheer experience of staying at this small resort is simply mesmerizing due to its amazing location and surroundings.
Day 04 : GANGOTRI-KEDARNATH:
0700 AM Departure from Harsil Helipad
0745 AM Arrival at Sersi Helipad to changeover of Helicopter to reach Kedarnath Helipad
The journey from Harsil to Kedarnath by helicopter takes you through one of the most enchanting peaks of this yatra. One can see majestic Himalayan peaks like Shelving, Thalaysagar, Bhrigupanth, Meru, Sumeru and Kedar dome or Kedar peak.
We will land at Sersi helipad in Kedar valley. This is our base point for Kedarnath. You have arrived at one of the most exciting accommodations of the trip, The Tailwind Resort, Sersi. This resort is run and managed by Heritage Aviation team. We have very highend exclusive rooms and surrounded by lush green forests and mountains.
After breakfast passengers will be taken to Kedarnath. We generally give 3 hours at Kedarnath for darshans. Our teams at Kedar will arrange VIP darshans and Puja inside the temple.
Distance from helipad to Kedarnath temple is about 500 meters. The altitude at temple is 11500 feet. It is advised to walk slowly at Kedarnath. It normally takes 15-20 mins for an average person to walk from helipad to temple.
Kedarnath temple is seeing very large number of visitors now a days. Sometimes during the heavy rush period administration stops Yatris from doing the Puja inside the garbh grah and only darshans are permitted. However we ensure that we arrange best possible darshans and Puja for our guests but sometimes we also have to follow administrative dictates.
Sightseeing: Post lunch in afternoon we take all guests for sightseeing to TRIYUGINARAYAN temple. This is a very ancient Vishnu temple and it is believed that Lord Shiva and Goddess Parwati were married in this temple. There is a fire inside temple which is said to be burning since last three Yugas. This temple is about 18 kms from our helipad and by car it takes about 35-40 mins one way trip. Must visit during the trip.
DAY 05 : KEDARNATH to BADRINATH
0800 AM Departure Sersi helipad
0840 AM Arrival Badrinath Helipad
One gets a very close view of mighty Chaukhamba Peak moments after taking off for Badrinath. Chaukhamba is one of the most attractive peaks of Garhwal and the highest and best peak on our route. We will also get to see the aerial darshan of famous Tungnath temple. The highest Lord Shiva temple on earth which is also one of the main temples of Panch Kedar circuit. If the weather is clear we may get to see majestic Nanda Devi peak near Joshimath which is the second highest peak of India and also worshipped as protector of Himalayas by people of Uttarakhand.
Badrinath is the main Dham in Chardham Yatra. Located at 10,000 feet altitude on the banks of river Alaknanda, and in middle of Nar and Narayan Parvat this Lord Vishnu temple was established by sage Adi Guru Shankaracharya in the 8th century.
Badrinath is a beautiful small temple town. After landing first we will go and check in into Hotel Sarovar Portico. This is the biggest and best hotel in Badrinath.
Our teams will take everyone and arrange VIP darshans at the temple. Prefer visiting temple around 1200 noon so that you can also have darshan of bhog aarti and take Bhog Prasad.
MANA Village After temple darshans we suggest to visit MANA village which is the last village of India. Mana is a very ancient village with huge mythological importance. It is believed that Maharishi Ved Vyas composed the epic Mahabharata with help from Lord Ganesha in a small cave which is known as Vyas Cave or Vyas Gufa in Mana Village.
BHIM PUL The Pandavas after the Mahabharata war while going to Heaven they passed through Mana Village. After a 15 min walk inside the village there is a small stone bridge which is known as Bhim Pul. It is believed that when Draupadi was not able to jump across the river Bhim pulled this huge stone and made a bridge for her. One will be surprised to see that this bridge stands without any support.
MAHABHISHEK PUJA This is the highlight of our Chardham Yatra. This Puja starts at 4am and lasts for 2.5 hours. Only 40-50 people are allowed to sit inside the temple for this Puja and we guarantee that all our guests will get the tickets for this Puja. The shringar of the deity is changed in the morning as per the ancient traditions and this is a very rare sight to witness. We suggest everyone should have early dinner and sleep early in order to get up at 2.30-3 am for Mahabhishek Puja. Our teams will pickup around 3.30 am from hotel and take you to temple to attend Mahabhishek Puja.
DAY 06 : BADRINATH DEHRADUN
We have now reached the end of Chardham Yatra. After the Mahabhishek Puja guests are advised to have quick breakfast and get ready for departure.
0800 am Departure Badrinath helipad
0945 am Arrival Sahastradhara helipad, Dehradun
On reaching Dehradun our teams will arrange to drop you at airport of Railway station for your onward journey .
Package Inclusions:
- Pickup and drop from Dehradun Airport/Railway Station or Place of Stay in Dehradun Stay in Dehradun at Hotel Hyatt Regency/Similar with Dinner
- Accomodation at All Dhams is at best available properties inclusive of all meals
- Palki for 5.5 kms trek at Yamunotri
- Local sightseeing of popular places at each Dham
- All local transport by Toyota Innova/Similar
- Personalised VIP darshans at all Dhams
- Best on ground team with 100% Success rate on VIP Darshan
- Maha Abhishek Puja, at Badrinath
- Helicopter Travel using Brand New Fleet of Airbus Helicopters
- Amazing Team of most experienced Pilots with great track record of Hill flying
- Special care for Senior Citizens at all times during the Yatra
- Well equipped to Handle any kind on contingency in ensuring client’s Safety
- 5% GST
Hotel Used:
| Destination | Hotel Name |
| Dehradun | Hyatt Regency |
| Kharsali | Yamunakriti Cottage |
| Harshil | Himalayan Nature Resort |
| Sersi | Tailwind Resort |
| Badrinath | Sarovar Portico |
GUIDELINES FOR PASSENGERS
1. There is very limited space for luggage in the helicopter. Only 5 kgs luggage per passenger will be permitted
2. Passengers should carry only handbags provided by Heritage Aviation as suitcases cannot be kept in the helicopter
3. All temples in Chardham are located in high altitude areas. Passengers having breathing problems should take advise from doctor before undertaking this yatra 4. Passangers are advised to book evening flights/Trains departing after 04 PM, while returning back from Dehradun. As due to weather/Operational reasons there might be delay in reaching back Badrinath to Dehradun.
5. Although day temperatures at these locations are normal but it becomes cold in the night and so passengers must carry wollen clothes with them.
6. The altitude of Kedarnath temple is 11500 Feet and Badrinath temple is 10000 Feet. Sometimes passengers may experience lack of oxygen specially at Kedarnath, hence they are advised to walk slowly and keep portable oxygen bottles for use in case of breathlessness.
7. Kedarnath helipad to temple is nearly 500 meters distance. We can arrange pithu (Shoulder Carriage) on request (on payable basis) for those passengers who are unable to walk this distance.
8. All passengers coming by helicopters are permitted to do VIP darshans inside the temple however sometimes during the heavy rush period administration does not allow passengers to go inside sanctum sanctorum for puja and darshans are done from outside only.
9. SPECIAL MAHABHISHEK PUJA: Every morning at 4 am Mahabhishek is done at Badrinath temple. Only very limited seats are available for Mahabhishek Puja. The duration of this Puja is around 2 hours and everyone has to sit inside the temple for that period. We arrange this Puja for our guests and it is included in our package.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Helicopters have strict weight restriction at high altitudes. Passengers weighing above 75 kgs will be charged Rs 2000 per kg over and above 75 kgs. If 2 or more passengers in a group have average weight of 75 Kgs then extra charges will not be applicable. 2. Passengers are advised to mention correct weight in booking form. If weight is found incorrect at the time of travel pilot has the right to deny boarding to the passenger.
3. Helicopters’ have limited weight carrying capacity, to manage the weight for safe flying in the hills, we might have to shuffle passengers between helicopters Therefore, as per Pilot’s recommendation passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in same helicopter flight.
4. The quality of accommodation available at Yamunotri is reasonably good but at Harsil Sersi and Badrinath the accommodation standard is 03 to 04 star.
5. The Helicopter Schedule mentioned in the Itinerary is Fixed. However, Helicopter flying in hills dependent on many factors like weather etc. Sometimes we may have to change the timings due to Operational and Technical reasons.
6. Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included in all hotels. At Dehradun hotel only Dinner and Breakfast is included in the package. Any extras will have to be paid directly by guest.
7. For a separate single occupancy room, extra charges will be INR 30,000/person (Inclusive of Taxes).
8. Children above the age of 2 years will be considered full ticket
9. Rescheduling of booking to a next date will be done subject to availability and on payment of 10% of the cost. This will be permitted only if applied 7 days before journey date. In case the rescheduling is requested with less than 7 days to the journey then booking will be treated as cancelled and a fresh booking will be given subject to availability.
10. Payment Terms: Bookings to be done in advance with a deposit of 50% of the charter amount, and the balance payment has to be deposited 20 days prior to the date of arrival in Dehradun.
11. CANCELLATION POLICY: If passengers wish to cancel their booking, then they will have to pay following cancellation charges
Upto 28 days before journey
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15% of total Package cost Between 28 Days to 14 Days Before Journey
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30% of total Package cost Less than 14 Days Before Journey
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100% of total Package cost
12. BAD WEATHER SITUATION: If we are stuck in a bad weather situation on any particular day out of the 5 days, we will still try to finish the darshan on next day. Suppose there is bad weather on 3rd day and we are unable to fly to Kedarnath then we will try and do both Kedarnath and Badrinath on 4th day. In case we are completely unable to visit any dham due to bad weather situation we will refund
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proportionate money. This means that if due to any reason we are unable to do 2 dhams then we will refund 50% payment.
13. In case of bad weather if the stay gets extended beyond 5 nights, then passengers will have to bear the cost of additional night stay. Cost applicable for Additional night stay will be INR 8000 Per person per Night.
Cancelltion Policy:
If passengers wish to cancel their booking, then they will have to pay following cancellation charges
Upto 28 days before journey
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15% of total Package cost Between 28 Days to 14 Days Before Journey
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30% of total Package cost Less than 14 Days Before Journey
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100% of total Package cost
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