Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra
Tour Overview
The Badrinath–Kedarnath Yatra invites you on a sacred journey to the divine abodes of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, nestled in the majestic Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Experience faith, serenity, and spiritual awakening in two of Hinduism’s holiest pilgrimage destinations.
Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra is one amongst the most pious of the Hindu Pilgrimage tours in Uttarakhand state of India.Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra commences from Delhi, the capital city of India and proceeds to Haridwar. Next leg of the Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra also known as Do Dham Yatra takes the pilgrims to Guptkashi, a small hill town which is considered as the gateway to Shri Kedarnath Shrine.Guptkashi is also important as most of the Helipads for Shri Kedarnath are located either in Guptkashi or in Phata which is just about 15 Kms ahead on the road head from Guptkashi. Pilgrims on the Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra, may take a helicopter ride from Guptkashi / Phata to Kedarnath (for which pre-booking of helicopter tickets is required and can be arranged by Waytoindia.com) , or trek to Shri Kedarnath Shrine from Gaurikund. After Darshan at Shri Kedarnath Shrine, the Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra proceeds to Badrinath Dham, which is one of the four Hindu pilgrimage centres established by Adi Guru Shankracharya, others being Dwarkadhish, Jagannath & Rameshwaram in western India, eastern India and southern India respectively.
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Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra is one amongst the most pious of the Hindu Pilgrimage tours in Uttarakhand state of India. Badrinath Kedarnath Yatra commences from Delhi, the capital city of India and proceeds to Haridwar.
Importance & Short Story of the Badrinath–Kedarnath Yatra
The Badrinath–Kedarnath Yatra is highly sacred as it unites the divine energies of Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva, making it a complete spiritual pilgrimage. It is believed that performing this yatra cleanses past karmas, removes sins, and brings peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth. According to legend, Lord Shiva manifested at Kedarnath to bless the Pandavas after the Mahabharata, while Lord Vishnu meditated at Badrinath for the welfare of mankind, protected by Goddess Lakshmi in the form of a Badri tree. Together, these holy shrines form the revered Do Dham Yatra, offering devotees divine blessings amidst the serene Himalayas.
En route Prayags:
• Devprayag – The sacred confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers, where River Ganga is officially formed.
• Rudraprayag – The holy meeting point of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers, deeply associated with Lord Shiva.
• Karnaprayag – The confluence of Alaknanda and Pindar rivers, believed to be the place where Karna meditated to please the Sun God.
• Nandaprayag – The serene confluence of Alaknanda and Nandakini rivers, named after King Nanda, foster father of Lord Krishna.
Best Time
May–June & Sep–Oct
Ideal For
Pilgrims/Devotees, Families, Seniors (with assistance)
Difficulty
Moderate
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Dwarka - West - Dharma / Righteous Living – represents balance, duty, and moral life.
Puri - East - Life Journey & Awakening – symbolizes new beginnings, consciousness, and spiritual awakening.
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