Please refer to the Nepal or Badari Yatra Page

Yatra will be conducted as given below.

Muktinath Yatra (Nepal)

• Up and down journey by train or air
• SUV from Pokhara to Muktinath and back
• Deluxe Bus journey in all other places

Badrinath Yatra (India)

• Up to Delhi : As per package opted by yatri. Eg. Train or Air
• New Delhi > Himalayas > New Delhi : Deluxe 2 X 2 bus
• Return journey from New Delhi : As per package opted by the yatri.A.C will be turned off on the mountains.

Please refer to the Nepal Darshan / Badrinath Yatra Home Page.

Please refer to Nepal Darshan / Badrinath Yatra Home Page

• Journey charges for train & deluxe, 2×2 push back seat (For Badrinath Yatra)
• Journey charges for SUV from Pokhara to Muktinath and return (For Muktinath Yatra)
• Twin / Quad shared rooms
• All satvik meals
• RO filtered water for refilling

• Up and down airfare
• Porterage / Coolie charges
• Local conveyances at all places
• Charges for any pooja, special darshan, shradha/kshetra vidhi
• Boat charges
• Anything that is not listed under ‘Includes’.

This is an economy class yatra. It means…

• Ground journey is in a 2×2 seats deluxe bus
• Standard non air-conditioned rooms for stay
• No bed tea/coffee is offered
• No room service is provided
• No laundry service is provided

Nepal Yatra

• Our pilgrimage to Nepal normally starts from Gorakhpur
• Travel in Nepal can be challenging due to the mountainous terrain and high altitude. Many destinations are over 12,000 feet above sea level, and the roads are often winding and uneven, resulting in long travel times.
• Large buses cannot be used to travel from Pokhara to Muktinath; the journey must be completed by SUV, such as a Scorpio. Traveling from Pokhara to Muktinath can be a challenging yet rewarding experience.
• Delays may also be caused by landslides. Travel can only resume after the debris is cleared and the road is made accessible by the government. If the road is beyond repair and there are no alternative routes, the trip will be canceled and the tour fee will not be refunded.
• Weather patterns are known for their unpredictability; conditions can shift dramatically in a short period. All these changes or problems won’t last long. Not everyone is likely to face all these conditions. But it can be taxing if caution is not exercised. Those with prior heart conditions must be extremely careful. Doing so would enable you to have a trouble free and immersive experience throughout the yatra.
• The temple at Muktinath is accessible by climbing approximately 120 steps. These steps are not overly strenuous; however, due to the high altitude of Muktinath (12,000 feet), pilgrims may experience shortness of breath. This can be managed by taking slow, deliberate steps while ascending. For those unable to walk, Dolis or horses are available for hire.
• The Manakamana Temple is situated on a hill and can be accessed by cable car. The cost of the cable car is to be borne by the pilgrim.
• The weather in Muktinath and Pokhara during April is generally cool. Temperatures in Muktinath during this month typically range from 5°C to 20°C, while Pokhara experiences temperatures between 10°C and 25°C.  Be aware that the weather in this region can change suddenly.
• In Nepal, the monsoon season typically occurs from June to September. This period is characterized by heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures. Due to these conditions, we do not organize pilgrimages to any part of Nepal, including Pokhara, Muktinath, and Kathmandu, during the monsoon season. Our pilgrimages conclude in April and May. Although this period is generally outside of the monsoon season in Nepal, we cannot guarantee that there will be no rain.
• All rivers, including Gandaki, Rapti, and Bagmati, flow rapidly in Nepal and become deeper in India. Bathing should only be done at designated ghats. Do not enter the river to search for Shaligrams. They can be purchased at reasonable prices at ideal locations like Muktinath. Bathing in the river at any place during the yatra is to be done your own risk. vasudevayatra.in, its management, and employees are not responsible for any accidents or mishaps that may occur under any circumstances.
• Based on our firsthand experiences during our travels in Nepal, we’ve provided insights into the typical weather conditions at various pilgrimage sites. However, it’s crucial to remember that weather patterns can be unpredictable and may deviate from our past observations and expectations. There’s always a possibility of encountering weather that is significantly different from what we’ve previously experienced or what is generally anticipated.

Badrinath Yatra / Char Dham Yatra

• The pilgrimage starts from Delhi.

• Delhi, Mathura and Haridwara are 708 ft, 570 ft and 1870 ft respectively above sea level. The terrain of these regions is flat and hence the travel wouldn’t be tedious. During the month of June, the temperature in these three places would be high. Hrishikesh is located at an altitude of 1236 ft. The mountainous terrain begins from here. Kindly note that the entire route from Hrishikesh to all Himalayan places pass on mountains of high altitude. Roads are narrow and all the way curvy. It has a lot of vehicular traffic also. So buses do not run beyond 40KMPH. Approximate duration of journey between different places is as given. below.

• Haridwar – Badrinath : 10+ hours.
• Haridwar – Barkot : 8 Hrs
• Barkot to Yamunotri : 3 Hours
• Barkot to Gangotri : 6 Hrs
• Gangotri to Uttarkashi : 4 Hrs
• Uttarkashi to Joshimath : 10 Hrs
• Joshimath to Badrinath : 3 Hrs

• Travel though this mountainous region will be of a slow pace. Yatris who have no prior travel experience through such terrains may find it a little difficult initially. It is common for travelers to experience abdominal churning and nausea. As a precautionary measure, one may consume Vitamin C or anti-nausea tablets before the commencement of the travel. It is advised to consult with your doctor and carry prescribed medicines for the same. It is also advised to keep lemon juice or oranges handy. Usually in places located above 6000 ft, oxygen deficiency is a possibility.  Difficulty in breathing and an increase in heart rate may be experienced. This is not necessarily the case for everyone. However, it would be prudent to take precautions. First, we need to reduce the pace of our body’s activity.  Walking and talking aloud as in our daily routine must be avoided. One must adopt a slow walking and breathing pace. This would enable the body to acclimatize to the available oxygen.  Some may experience blocked ears. This is an effect of atmospheric pressure in high altitudes. Moving the jaw up and down for 4 – 5 minutes would enable the body to adapt. Avoid uneven pathways and walk on the main pathways to prevent fatigue. The weather at Himalayas can change rapidly.  A temperature of 25°C at noon 3 PM can drop to 5°C at 3.10 PM. It can be 0°C at night. Always wear your thermal clothing, sweater, monkey cap, gloves and socks. Those who cannot tolerate cold weather must refrain from bathing in the river. Take a leisurely walk and bathe in the hot water.  It is advised to cover yourself with a shawl even while performing shraddha rituals.

• Difficult stretches:   The stretch between Barkot to Yamunotri is the most difficult part of Himalayan Tridham/Chardham yatra. It need multiple mode of journey  to reach Yamunotri from Barkot as given below.
• Barkot to Jankichatti 35KMs : By Jeep
• Jankichatti to Yamunotri Temple : 6KMs : By Trekking / Mule. Those who can not go by a trekking can hire  a mule. trekking of 6 KMs oneway. This stretch lies on an approximate altitude of 10000 Ft from the sea level.
• The village of Mana is another difficult terrain in this Yatra. It involves around 3 kms of trekking. Yatris with difficulties in breathing or yatris who have undergone major heart surgery or diabetic yatris may find the above two stretches very difficult. We advise those yatris not to undertake this trekking. They can visit some shops at the entrance and spend time with nature. 
• Rainy season usually begins in the second week of July in and around Chardhams. Our yatras are designed in such a way that it comes down from the mountains range before rains start. During this span, rains and landslides are hardly experienced. However, rain may exceed our expectation. And in some cases, landslides can occur too. During such instances, the government will take necessary measures along the road to restore travel. At such cases, yatra will be stopped at a safe distance. It will continue once the mud piles of landslides are cleared to facilitate the traffic. In such a case, the yatris should listen to the direction of the road clearance staff, without fearing or running around. Note. All these changes or problems won’t last long. Not everyone is likely to face all these conditions. But it can be taxing if caution is not exercised. Those with prior heart conditions must be extremely careful. Doing so would enable you to have a trouble free and immersive experience at Himalayas.
• Those who bathe in the river should follow all cautionary measures. The responsibility for their protection lies with themselves. vasudevayatra.in is not responsible for any mishaps.

In accordance with policy, the responsibility for porterage of luggage during the pilgrimage rests solely with the pilgrims. We do not assume liability for the transport of personal effects for various reasons, and the cost of such service is not included within the tour package. However, we provide the following optional arrangements for the convenience of the pilgrims, which may be utilized at their discretion.

1. We can arrange for a porter to help you transport your luggage from the railway platform to our bus at the railway station. Please note that the porter’s fee, which varies by station, will be your responsibility.
2. Assistance can be provided to move your luggage to and from the bus and your room, subject to the following terms and conditions:

• Yatris will be responsible for the applicable porterage charges
• These shipping charges must be paid in full prior to the commencement of the trip. Yatra manager will calculate and collect the charges.
• Yatris must be present during luggage transportation.
• Neither the assistants nor vasudevayatra.in will be liable for any damage to luggage during transportation..

Placing your luggage in bus

As luggage compartments are provided in the bus, there will be no luggage porterage vehicle arranged. So, bring only as much as you can port on your own.

• Overhead space should be shared equally by every Yatri. Yatris should use the space only concerned to their seats.
• Handbags and essential materials can be placed on the overhead cupboard.
• Bigger bags are to be placed in the luggage compartment of the respective bus.
• vasudevayatra.in and its affiliates shall not be held responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of personal belongings, including but not limited to luggage, during your travel or any part thereof. This includes any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from such loss, damage, or theft, irrespective of whether we have been informed of the possibility of such damages. It is your sole responsibility to ensure the safety and security of your belongings throughout your journey.

Roof Storage & Liability

We do not recommend traveling with hefty suitcases in our yatras.

Please note that due to space constraints, we can not accommodate bulky suitcases within the luggage compartment of our buses. If you bring a large suitcase, it will be stored on the roof of the bus.

We recommend that you pack your belongings in a smaller bag or suitcase that can be easily carried / pulled on your own and be accommodated in the bus’s luggage compartment. This will help to ensure that your belongings remain safe and dry throughout your yatra.

Suitcases stored on the roof will be covered with a tarpaulin and secured with ropes. However, please be aware that Vasudevayatra.in cannot be held responsible for any damage that may occur to your luggage due to rain or exposure to the elements. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Water damage
• Discoloration of clothing or other items
• Changes in the shape or texture of items due to moisture or pressure

• Train journey is planned with sufficient breaks where ever it is required. Seats in trains are allotted by Indian Railways as per their rules. It is always better to book the seat well in advance to avail berths of your choice. We do not give any guarantee of getting lower berths as it is not in any individuals control.
• We hire 3rd party buses for this yatra. These coaches are equipped with 2×2 push back seats fixed on elevated body. Screens will be provided on every window. Chambers are provided in the lower portion of the bus for placing heavy luggage units.
• During the Pokhara-Muktinath-Pokhara journey, the entire group will be divided into smaller groups of 7 yatris each, and travel will be undertaken in SUV vehicles. Yatris must exchange seats with each other after 3 and a half hours of travel.
• Travel for all other portions of the journey will be undertaken via a deluxe 2X2 bus. In this instance, seats will be assigned as per order of yatra booking date. Requests for change in the seat(s) in any part of the journey are not entertained. Mutual exchange of seat with other passengers may be done solely on each other’s responsibility.

• We book rooms in the proximity of various dharmashalas during our yatra. Yatris are provided with simple, neat and comfortable rooms with necessary amenities. However, considering the duration of the stay, we accommodate yatris in neat and decent common stay at some places.
• Special Note: Dharmashalas provide rooms in various floors depending up on the rush. We put our efforts to get rooms at a comfortable reach; however, we may not get all the rooms on the same floor. In such cases, ground floor rooms are allotted as under
• First priority will be given to elderly yatris
• If all yatris are elders, then rooms will be allotted according to the booking order of yatra seats.
• Yatris are requested not to put pressure on the Guide for selective rooms.
• At many places Check in is allowed only after 10:00 AM. But due to railway timings we reach to many places before 8:00 AM. At such times yatris are to cooperate with us till the rooms are allotted. As an option yatris may take bath at available amenities and procced for Darshana. This can save a good amount of time in taking Darshana.

• We have our own kitchen team. We provide only satvik meals during yatra. No hotel-baked food is served for yatris. We do not use onion or garlic in the food. In the afternoon, teertha prasada will be served after devara pooja is done.
• Generally, food will be served at regular timings, but this timing may vary during long journey.
• Fuel used for cooking: LPG
• Notes on meals system:
• All are requested to adhere to the tradition of Vedic meals system.
• Observe madi & mailige properly because there are several orthodox couples travelling with us. Let us ensure mutual comfort.
• A separate batch will be made for Madi Pankti. Others are requested to cooperate at such times.
• We request men not to wear shirt, color lungis or Bermuda shorts when lunch/dinner is served. Wear clean white attire.
• Do not throw tea/coffee cups in any open areas. Drop them in the garbage bag only.
• At some places we may provide teertha prasada at Rayara Matha / Palimaru Matha. All are requested to adhere to the rules instituted by those respective organisations.

For pilgrims performing Kshetra Vidhi, arrangements will be made on the bank of river Gandaki at Kagbeni. Our Acharya will guide us during this program. Prices of shradha varies from places to place. An amount of Rs. 2500.00 (approx.) may be charged for this at each place. Offering extra dakshine or tips is up to the yatri.

• Voter ID Card or Passport or Adhar Card (Note : Adhar card is not valid in Nepal)
• A thick shawl for journey time
• Sweaters, woolen gloves and woolen socks. (Thermal wears are recommended. They are light and the best)
• A steel plate for dining
• A steel tumbler
• A thermos flask to carry hot water

Time maintenance plays vital role in a successful yatra. Yatris are requested to pay attention to the schedule fixed by the Chief Guide. Ask him directly if you have any concerns to be attended.

Caution:

Delays would cause inconvenience to fellow travellers. Besides, it could also adversely affect the rest of the schedule. Thus, the vehicle will not wait at any places beyond 15 minutes of scheduled departure. It will proceed towards next place without giving any extra caution. Yatris are requested to note this and abide accordingly.

Do not leave the group without giving any notice to the Chief Guide.
Do not get down from the bus unless it is a stop for the rest room usage.
Don’t get scattered immediately after alighting from the bus. Listen to what your guide says.
Do not leave the group on your own. Every yatri should maintain a close distance with the team.
Board the bus at all the places at correct time. Delay in reporting time at yatra places is not entertained. Yatra will wait only for 10 mins of scheduled departures.
Be responsible while using the toilets and washrooms at public places.
Be cooperative by adhering to the time schedule devised by the Chief Guide.
Be cordial to fellow pilgrims and enjoy the pilgrimage.
vasudevayatra.in is not responsible for yatris’ personal differences or disputes.
Do not bring hefty suitcases. Make individual bags so that the weight is shared by individuals.
Do not carry any valuables on this tour. vasudevayatra.in does not take responsibility for your belongings.
During darshana, there could be larger crowds at some places. Darshana will be as per the regular temple system in place.
Desirous pilgrims may have special quick darshana by availing such tickets at their own cost.
vasudevayatra.in holds authority to make modest changes in the schedule if and when required. Yatris are requested to cooperate if encountered by such an eventuality.
Any illegal activity is liable for punishment by the local laws.
The yatra manager holds the rights to deboard any yatri who does not follow yatra harmony.

Since there are many third-party services involved in this package, there is no 100% cancellation available for this yatra. However, seats may be transferred to others on your own discretion. Such substitute yatris should submit their details through yatra reservation form. Also, they should arrange for their train/air tickets on their own effort.

1. Refund when a yatri cancels the ticket

Please refer to the Nepal Yatra / Badarinath Yatra page to know your Cancellation Cut off dates.

2. What if yatra cancelled due to situations beyond our control.

If the Railway Department cancels the train for any reason at any stage of the journey, we will try our best to make an alternative arrangement for the next leg of the journey. But if this is not possible practically, then we may have to cancel the yatra. In such case we cannot refund yatra fees.

If the train we are traveling is running late or reaches the destination late or if we are unable to catch next booked train, we will try to make alternative arrangements. If this is not possible, further journeys may have to be cancelled. At such cases Yatra fee is not refundable.

No refunds are made if yatra is cancelled due to natural calamities.

3. Refunds when yatra is cancelled by Vasudevayatra.in

Yatra may be cancelled by vasudevayatra.in when the requirement of minimum number of yatris is not met. Such cancellation will be informed to booked yatris well in advance and 100% refunds are made.

You agree to assume risks connected with the journey and agree to accept the terms and conditions of this yatra as described in this document. vasudevayatra.in is not responsible for any physical and mental damages or illness or loss of life caused by accidents, unpredictable circumstances like bandh, hartal, rasta roko, train or flight delay, all sorts of pandemic, all sorts of natural hazards and aspects beyond our control. You agree not to hold vasudevayatra.in, its agents and staff responsible for the above-mentioned factors.

Vasudevayatra.in puts honest efforts in extending its cooperation on humanitarian basis during any mishaps; however, neither financial nor medical responsibility against such incidents are taken. Yatris should handle such cases on their own cost.

Vasudevayatra.in can make changes in yatra schedule during inevitable circumstances.

Special Note: Yatra may halt for safety reasons during bad weather conditions. At such times, yatris will have to bear extra expenditure for boarding and lodging for those effective days and applicable charges for return journey.

Barring your personal contact number, all other details furnished by you (emergency contact number, aadhaar number, email id and postal address ) will be deleted after the tour. We do not share any of the numbers with any third parties. If you wish, we will send details of all our future tours to your personal contact number. However, if you are uncomfortable with this, you may decline to avail such information.

Yatris, please do not ask for fellow yatri’s contact numbers with us.