What is Chota Chardham Yatra? Must Visit once in Life
For years, devotees have been taking the Chota Chardham pilgrimage journey. The Chota Chardham Yatra takes pilgrimages to the four holy destinations of Uttarakhand, where devotees seek blessings from the divine deities present in all the temples. Individuals who undertake this pilgrimage seek salvation or Moksha. Each Hindu should visit Char Dham once during their lifetime.
Let’s know more about this auspicious Yatra and how one can embark on this journey.
What Is Chota Chardham Yatra?
The Chota Chardham Yatra is widely known as a significant pilgrimage route in Hinduism. Undertaking this journey is believed to have the power to purify one’s sins and bring spiritual enlightenment. Typically the Yatra begins at Yamunotri and continues in a clockwise direction encompassing Gangotri, Kedarnath, and finally, Badrinath.
This pilgrimage often spans several days or weeks, with devotees trekking through picturesque landscapes to reach these sacred sites. It is deeply ingrained in Hindu belief that every individual should make at least one visit to the Char Dham during their lifetime due to the immense religious significance of these holy places upon completing this arduous journey. Individuals are said to achieve Moksha or salvation while their sins are cleansed away.
By embarking on the Char Dham pilgrimage. One can attain everlasting peace of mind. As a result, millions of devout Hindus flock to these sacred abodes yearning to pay homage and seek spiritual solace from their God. The Char Dhams serve as a haven for those seeking mindfulness, purity of heart, and serenity. Since pilgrims need to trek for long distances and people with physical limitations or health issues can consider booking Chardham Yatra by Helicopter.
The total Chota Chardham distance is approximately 1,607 kilometers, starting from Haridwar and ending at Rishikesh. Also visit Chardham by road check out Chardham yatra Package from Haridwar for seen the sightseeing places between the chardham yatra.
As compared to the original Chardham Yatra, which covers the temples located in four different directions of India, the Chota Chardham Yatra includes visiting temples located in Uttarakhand state’s four directions. The Chardham Yatra covers the temples of Badrinath, Dwarka, Rameshwaram, and Puri.
The Best Time To Visit Chota Chardham Yatra
The Chota Chardham Yatra starts from Akshay Tritiya and ends with the winter’s onset in October/November as Bhai Dooj is celebrated. So the Chardham Temples remain closed for six months during the winter season.
The time necessary for visiting this revered Yatra varies between 11-12 days or more, depending upon individual preferences. Although the peak tourist time is from April to June, pilgrims also plan the Yatra from September till before the temple close.
It is strongly advisable to avoid planning the trip during the rainy season. The roads become very dangerous to travel, and the heavy rainfall makes traveling difficult. There are heavy chances of floods and landslides, and it becomes difficult to trek or avail the helicopter services. Hence, avoid any travel plans during this season.
Important Tips When Planning Your Chardham Dham Yatra
A few essential tips to keep in mind when planning your Chota Chardham Yatra trip is as follows:
- Always make all your bookings in advance including travel and hotels.
- Carry sufficient warm clothes and always choose comfortable clothes, and high-quality shoes.
- Complete the Chardham Registration process before starting with the yatra.
- Carry all your prescription medications and other general medications when traveling.
- Have dry fruits, ORS, and healthy snacking options.
- Do not consume any food in uncooked or raw form and avoid consuming instant noodles or any unhealthy food items.
- Carry enough cash with varying denominations.
- Keep essential documents including your IDs.
- Avoid carrying any valuables on the trip.
- Do not eat non-veg or consume alcohol.
Book Chota Chardham Package With ChardhamTour
ChardhamTour brings the best Chota Chardham packages that include both helicopter and road transport. Also, ChardhamTour has to Do Dham Yatra packages that cover both Kedarnath and Badrinath.
The Chardham Yatra package offered by ChardhamTour from Haridwar starts @Rs 59,100/person. The itinerary is of 10 Days & 9 Nights. Also, the package is all-inclusive of accommodations, all meals (Breakfast + Dinner), local sightseeing, Toll taxes, driver allowance, fuel, and parking.
Next, ChardhamTour presents you with the best-selling Chardham Yatra Package by helicopter. The tour package is a 6 Days / 5 Nights itinerary from Dehradun. You get helicopter transfers from Dehradun with our packages. The package is an all-inclusive package that includes a stay at Dehradun on Arrival, meals including breakfast and dinner, local sightseeing, VIP Darshans, Airport Pick up, and more.
Similarly, ChardhamTour has to Do Dham Yatra packages for devotees who want to visit only Kedarnath & Badrinath. ChardhamTour has a same-day itinerary as well as 3 Nights / 4 Days itineraries.
Book your Chota Chardham Travel package with ChardhamTour. Bookings are open for 20th September to 5th November.
- Also Read: Chardham Yatra Travel Tips