Char Dham Yatra By Heli
4N/5D
The Chardham Yatra – Comprising four abodes : Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath, is certainly an extensive pilgrimage but needless to say, it’s worth it. For both your soul and eyes. Understanding the importance of this yatra, we offer a well-thought, safe and mesmerizing Heli Tour. With us – Your itinerary, safety and privacy are all sorted out.
Char Dham Yatra Itinerary
Dehradun (1N) - Kharshali (1N) - Harsil (1N) - Sersi (1N) - Badrinath (1N)
UK Yatra offers a 6-day 5-night Chardham Yatra package by helicopter, providing a luxurious and convenient way to visit the four holy shrines in the Indian Himalayas. The journey starts with an arrival in Dehradun and a stay at Hotel Hyatt Regency. The package includes helicopter rides to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, with stays at beautiful resorts such as Yamuna Kriti Resort, Himalayan Nature Resort, Tailwind Resort, and Sarovar Portico. Each destination offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, glaciers, and rivers. Activities include visiting ancient temples, taking holy dips in the sacred rivers, and exploring the scenic beauty of the Himalayas. On the final day, the package includes a return flight to the original destination.
This is the reporting day at Dehradun, which is our main base (starting & ending point) for the Heli-tour. UK Yatra arranges this extra night halt for the passengers with dinner and breakfast, to wind down and be fully ready for the journey ahead. Passengers will be picked up from Dehradun Airport/railway station/bus stand according to their arrival timings. In the evening, there will be a Tour Briefing by our Dehradun team, which will be conducted at 1900 Hrs. Duffel bags will be provided during the tour briefing, in which necessary luggage will have to be packed by the passengers – Maximum 5 kg/person will be permitted.
- 0630 Hrs >> Checkout from Dehradun hotel
- 0730 Hrs >> ETD from Sahastradhara Helidrome
- 0800 Hrs >> ETA at Kharsali Helipad
This is the starting day of the Chardham yatra. Passengers will check-out from the hotel at 06:30 am, after an early morning breakfast. They will be picked-up from the Hotel by our team & taken to Sahastradhara Helidrome. We have our own Heli-base in Kharsali, where our ground staff would welcome the passengers. The staff will then get the passengers settled in the hotel, which is at a walking distance from the helipad. After reaching the hotel, the passengers will be taken for darshan as soon as possible, to avoid yatra rush. Approximate time taken for Yamunotri Temple Darshan: Approximately 05hrs 30mins (round-trip). Yamunotri trek is 06 km one-way. Sightseeing at Kharsali: Hot Spring at Yamunotri Temple, Yamuna Mata Temple, Shani Temple.
Yamunotri to Gangotri
- 0800 Hrs >> ETD from Kharsali Helipad
- 0830 Hrs >> ETA at Harsil/Jhalla Helipad
After breakfast, passengers will check-out by 0730 hrs. Arrival at Jhalla helipad will at 0830 Hrs. Jhalla – UK Yatra’s second own Heli-base in the Chardham sector. After landing at Jhalla, passengers will be taken to Harsilvillage & checked-inthe hotel. Harsil– The second destination of our tour, also known for the abundant apple orchards there, is the most scenic and beautiful destination of this tour. Passengers will be taken for Gangotri Dham darshan before or after lunch – Depending on rush. Approximate Time taken for Gangotri Temple Darshan: 3hrs 30 mins (round-trip). The road distance to Gangotri temple is approx. 25 km, which is roughly a 50-minute drive. Sightseeing at Harsil : Bagodi Village / Ancient Hindu Temple in Harsil. Other than this, Harsil also has many nearby nature-walks to explore.
Gangotri to Sersi
- 0830 Hrs >> ETD from Harsil/Jhalla Helipad
- 0900 Hrs >> ETA at Sersi Heli-Base
After breakfast, passengers will check-out by 0730 hrs. Arrival at Sersi Heli-base will be at 0900 Hrs. Sersi – UK Yatra’s third, and the oldest, own Heli-base in the Chardham sector. We operate the shuttle services for Kedarnath ji shrine from here. Passengers will be ferried to Kedarnath Dham for darshan in a shuttle services flight. Approximate time taken for Kedarnath Temple Darshan: 02 hours. The shuttle services flight Sersi to Kedarnath is apporx. 07 minutes long. Passengers might be ferried in different shuttle services flights, in view of the maximum weight carrying capacity of the aircraft at a high-altitude destination such as Kedarnath. Sightseeing at Sersi:Triyuginarayan Temple – It is the venue of the celestial marriage of Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvati.
- 0600 Hrs >> ETD from Sersi Heli-Base
- 0630 Hrs >> ETA at Badrinath Helipad
Passengers will check-out by 0500/0530 Hrs. Arrival at Badrinath will be 0630 Hrs. Passeneger will first check-in to the hotel and have breakfast. Darshan and sightseeing will be done after breakfast or lunch – Depending on rush. Approximate time taken for Badrinath Temple Darshan:Approx. 01-1.5 Hrs. Passengers will be taken from hotel to the temple by car. Sightseeing at Badrinath: Mana Village – Known as the ‘Last village of India, due to its proximity to the China border. Evening Aarti at Badrinath Temple – Swaran/Chandi Aarti (on additional direct payment basis at Badrinath).
- 0630 Hrs >> ETD from Badrinath Helipad
- 0730 Hrs >> ETA at Sahastradhara Helidrome
Passengers will check-out by 0530/0545 Hrs. On arrival, our team will receive the passengers. The passengers will be taken to the Dehradun hotel to collect their luggage from cloak rooms, and then have breakfast. Later they’ll be dropped to airport/railway station, where we bid farewell to the passengers.
| Destination | Hotel |
|---|---|
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Dehradun
|
Fairfield by Marriott, or similar (MAP basis – Dinner & Breakfast) |
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Kharshali
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Hotel Yamuna Parmarth, or similar (AP basis – all meals) |
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Harsil |
Harsil Retreat, or similar (AP basis – all meals) |
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Sersi |
Ghughuti Resort, or similar (AP basis – all meals) |
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Badrinath |
Hotel Snowcrest, or similar (AP basis – all meals) |
Note : MAPAI Plan includes Room, Breakfast & Dinner
TOUR GUIDELINES
- VIP Darshans are subject to the orders issued by the temple authorities and State government.
- In view of our helicopters’ weight carrying capacity, UK Yatra reserves the right to shuffle passengers between helicopters to manage the right weight for safe flying in the hills. Therefore, passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in the same helicopter flight.
- Fixed Flight Timings: This is a Daily Fixed Departure Helicopter tour and departure timings of each destination are fixed. Therefore, passengers must ensure they report as per the scheduled ETDs. However, UK Yatra reserves the right to change/postpone the timings of flying one day prior, subject to weather/force majeure reasons.
- Passengers must submit their correct weights at the time of booking.
- Baggage Allowance: Only one baggage weighing a maximum of 5 KGs is allowed per passenger. It Is not permitted to carry suitcases or big travel bags in the helicopter; therefore, duffle bags will be provided by our team to all passengers on the day of arrival.
- Arrival/departure details must be provided at the time of booking, so that we can smoothly operate the tour.
- Passengers should book Dehradun arrival flights around 02:00 pm, or earlier.
- Kedarnath shuttle service: Passengers will be ferried to Kedarnath ji in a shuttle services flight. And it is likely that passengers travelling together may not be accommodated in a same flight.
- Any sudden increase in taxes/levy by the State Government or the temple authorities, will be borne by the passengers.
- If online yatra registration will be compulsory, then passengers will have to do the same prior to travel.
- Comfortable clothing such as tracksuits or Kurtas are advised on the tour. As for shoes, one should carry sports or trekking shoes.
- UK Yatra has its own crew at all the Dhams. For assistance, they will be with the passengers always.
- Infants below 2 years (Max 12kg weight) are accommodated free of charge. For verification of age the child, ID proof/birth certificate of the child will be checked.
- Any donations, tips, pitthu, extra porter charges shall be borne by the passengers.
- Airport transfers shall be provided on the arrival day at Dehradun, and on the last day of our tour.
- Network connectivity at Harsil & Badrinath is very poor. BSNL & Jio are the main telecom services, that work in these regions mostly.
- All temples in Chardham sector are located at a high altitude, therefore passengers are advised to carry medication during travel. Also, they are advised to carry warm clothing with them, because during evenings & nights, the temperature can drop drastically.
Note: Minimum rate and price of the tour package may vary according to hotels and transportation available on that date. To Get the latest 2023 quote directly contact us.
Chardham package rates mentioned above are lowest and subject to change without prior notice. CharDham Package price can be vary on group size, transportation & hotels. Kindly contact to our travel agent before booking.
- Helicopter flying from Dehradun to the Chardham shrines, & back.
- One additional night halt at Dehradun on your date of arrival - dinner & breakfast included.
- The additional night at Dehradun makes our Heli-tour 5N/6D tour.
- Accommodation for 4 nights: 01 night at each Dham, with all meals included. Vegetarian Jain food is also available.
- Local Sight Seeing with UK Yatra guides at all four destinations.
- VIP Darshans.
- Airport & hotel transfers at Dehradun.
- Palki or Pony at Yamunotri- subject to availability.
- Shri Kedarnath ji helicopter shuttle services: Sersi – Kedar - Sersi.
- Taxes &other government levy.
In short : We have included every little detail, comfort & charge that you will encounter on your Chardham yatra. Therefore, by taking a one-time wholesome charge, you enrol yourself on this journey of a lifetime.
- Our team can arrange any extra inclusion that you may want on your tour, such as: Air tickets, Haridwar or Rishikesh visit, hotel bookings for extra night halt, Special pujas, etc.
- Confirmation against the same must be given in advance.
