Gangotri Tour Packages

Gangotri Yatra involves a visit to Gangotri, which is one of the four Dhams that is located at a height of 3042 meters above sea level. It is the place from where the River Ganga or Bhagirathi originates and as the Ganges is considered to be of great importance to the people of India, this place is thronged by tourists from all over the world. It is believed that thousands of years ago, Goddess Ganga manifested herself in the form of a river at this very place.

Gangotri pilgrimage tour is considered as a religious tour to purify your soul. This is a picturesque place that is about a 100 kilometers from Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand. As per legend, King Bhagirath prayed for years as a result of which Lord Shiva was pleased and River Ganga came down to earth. The river is referred to as Bhagirathi and as Ganges once it meets Alaknanda at Devprayag. This place is hence one of the most respected places as per Hindu mythology.

A number of travel agents and tour operators organize a tour to Gangotri and the various religious tours that sometimes cover Badrinath, Kedarnath and Yamunotri. It is believed that a trip to these Char Dhams is enough for humans to attain moksha i.e.: freedom from the circle of life and death. It is believed that each and every Hindu should visit Gangotri at least once in his or her lifetime. Over the years, the number of pilgrims visiting Gangotri has increased manifold due to the improvement in transport facilities. As a result a number of tour packages to Gangotri are being offered by a variety of travel agents and tour operators.

The best and the quickest way to reach Gangotri is to travel by air to arrive at Jolly Grant Airport, which is less than 300 kilometers away. A private cab can be booked from the airport to reach Gangotri. Another way is to take a train to Rishikesh or a bus from any of the major towns in North India. The fact is that your budget will matter a lot in deciding the mode of travel. There are options for people with different budgets and different requirements. All you need to do is to search the internet and find the option that is best suited to your requirements and budget.

The best time to visit Gangotri is during May, June, September and October. July and August experience a lot of rainfall while the months from November to April experience extreme winters. This makes it important to make a reservation in advance so that you are able to get the best possible deal and a confirmed booking. A Gangotri Yatra transports you to a completely different world not just due to the religious significance but also due to the natural beauty of this area. The clean air and the beautiful mountains are an attraction on their own though almost all tourists visit the place due to its religious significance.