EK Dham Gangotry Yatra With GauMukh Trek - Bhojbasa | Gangotri | Gaumukh | Haridwar | Uttarkashi - 4 Nights / 5 Days





Day 1
Haridwar-Uttarkashi via Tehri. O/N stay Uttarkashi.

On this Day we will start our journey for Uttarkashi via Tehri. After Check in to the Hotel we will see the Kashi Viswanath temple. Kashi Viswanath Temple is Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is an ancient and the most famous temple in Uttarkashi. Over night at the hotel.



Day 2
Uttarkashi- Gangotri – Bhojwasa ( 14 Kms Trek) Height: 3048 MTS. O/N stay in Bhojwasa- 

Early morning at 5am Drive to Gangotri with packed breakfast. On this day we need to start tracking for Bhojwasa so we should leave uttrakshi as early in the morning. Having darshan and pooja. Having stay in govt. camp.
Early morning proceed to Gangotri. On arrival at Shree Gangotri, take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin. Perform Pooja and Darshan, Later start trek to Bhojvasa via Chirvasa. On arrival Check in at Tent or Guest House. Over night stay in Bhojvasa.

Gangotri: Gangotri temple is 18th Century temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is located near a sacred stone where king Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. Accordingly to another legend, Pandavas performed the great Deva Yagna here to a tone the death of their kinsmen in the epic battle of Mahabharata. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite.
Ritual and Activities: Perform Snan at Gangotri Ghat (VIP Ghat), Ganga Pujan & Aarti at Gangotri Ghat , Darshan of Bhagirath Shila ,Darshan of Gauri Ganesha Temple, Finally Gangotri Temple Darshan after that you must have Darshan of Surya Kund. 
Bhojwasa: There is a Tourist Bungalow at Bhojbasa, 14 kms. from Gangotri where lodging and other facilities are available. From Gangotri we move along the beaten track towards Chirbasa, which is on the tree line. From here, we can get a clear view of the Bhagirathi Peak.



Day 3
Bhojvasa – Gaumukh – Bhojvasa (05 Kms Trek One Way): 


Morning start trek to Gaumukh. On arrival Gaumukh explore Gaumukh. Than trek down to Bhojvasa. Overnight stay in Bhojvasa.

Gaumukh : Gaumukh is where the waters of Ganga trickle down from the glaciers. The sages called it ‘Gaumukh’, because in the distant past, it probably appeared like a cow’s mouth; though today it no longer appears so. The Gaumukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi (Ganga) and is held in high esteem by the devouts who do not miss the opportunity to have the holy dip in the bone chilling icy water. 



Day 4
Bhojvasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (14 Kms Trek + 100 Kms Drive): 

Morning trek down to Gangotri. 
Upon arrival Gangotri meet to driver and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival Check in at Hotel. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Leave Bhojbasa & proceed for Gangotri early in the morning. Offering prayers & pooja darshan, later drive back to Uttarkashi , en route visit Gangnani. Gangnani take a holy dip in Garam Kund, further drive to Uttarkashi via beautiful Harsil Valley. While returning Darshan of Gupteshwar Mahadev temple in Dharali , Interact with Tibetan Culture and people in Harsil.Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.

Harsil : Harsil is famous for its nature beauty and for the majestic views of the Deodar trees and mountains. 
Gangnani: Further up on way to Gangotri, is the hot water spring at Gangnani, where one can have refreshing bath in the kund called Rishikund. There is a temple near the kund dedicated to the Sage Parashar, believed to be the father of Ved Vyas. 



Day 5
Uttarkashi – Rishikesh-Haridwar –(140 kms/05hr) .S/S Rishikesh. . 

Early morning after breakfast, After that we will proceed to Rishikesh .Arrive Rishikesh and you will visit Laxamn Jhula and Ram Jhula on your own as this is not motorable. Vehicle will wait for you in parking. Best way to visit this part of Rishikesh is to enter by Laxman Jhula and exit from Ram Jhula. You can also see many Ghats and temples and beautiful Ashrams. Rishikesh is next home of Sadhus & Saints. It is also called Capital land of Yoga. You need to keep watch on time if you have missed your Ganga Aarti on day 01 upon arrival to Haridwar. So it is in your hand how fast you finish your sight-seeing and reach Har-Ki-Pouri, Haridwar for Ganga Aarti. It generally starts by 06:00 PM in Summers and 5:15 PM in winters. Those who have enjoyed on day 01 can have opportunity to enjoy some more time in Rishikesh. Late evening before dinner reach Haridwar. This is your last day and evening so must have to arrange your bags and pack. Evening you can enjoy shopping in Haridwar and Rishikesh.

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