What significance does the Gangotri Temple hold?

Gangotri Temple is one of the prominent Hindu shrines dedicated to Goddess Ganga. The temple is located at the spot where the Ganges River descended from the heavens to Earth. It is believed that by visiting the Gangotri temple you can cleanse your sins.

Where is Gangotri Temple situated?

Gangotri Temple is situated in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district. It is perched at approximately 3,100 meters altitude in the Garhwal Himalayas and is considered to be one of the most spiritual sites in India.

What are the nearby attractions you can explore around Gangotri Temple?

You can visit many nearby attractions around Gangotri Temple including the Gaumukh Glacier (the River Ganges source), Bhagirathi Shila, Pandava Gufa, and the Uttarkashi town.

When does the Gangotri Temple open for devotees?

Gangotri Temple opens to devotees in early May or late April and remains accessible around Diwali until the onset of winter, which typically falls in November or October. However, these timings can vary depending on the weather conditions.

What rituals can you perform at Gangotri Temple?

You can perform various rituals at Gangotri Temple including special Abhishekam rituals during special occasions and daily Puja ceremonies.

Gangotri Yatra by Helicopter – VIP Darshan Tour

Tour Overview

Browsing our well-crafted Gangotri Yatra by helicopter packages let you explore the gleaming white temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Hindu devotees flock to this place with a deep belief that taking a dip into the holy River Ganga lets them free from all their committed sins.

With our one-day Gangotri Yatra Helicopter package, travel to the spiritual abode of Goddess Ganga and enlighten your soul by the positive aura that runs freely at that place. Gangotri which is also the second Dham of Char Dham Yatra attracts millions of devotees because of its pious status. According to Hindu Mythology, it is believed that this place earned its holy status when Goddess Ganga decided to descend herself in the form of the river on earth to cleanse the ashes of King Bhagirath’s ancestors and to free their soul.

After that, a spiritual belief surrounded this temple saying that if someone visits this place once in their lifetime then, they get liberated from the cycle of birth. So, book yourself for this spiritual adventure and cleanse your soul from all the negativity that surrounds your world.

Tour Highlights

VIP Darshan of Goddess Ganga at Gangotri Temple.
Perform all the rituals and seek blessings of Goddess Ganga.
Scenic helicopter ride to Harsil helipad.
Appreciate the panoramic surroundings of the Gangotri Temple.

Itinerary Details

Day 01 – Departure from Sahastradhara Helipad in Dehradun – 7:00 AM
All the passengers will be asked to report at the Sahastradhara Helipad in Dehradun at 7:00 AM sharp. When you all get assembled then, the staff will teach you all the journey rules and regulation that you will be strictly asked to abide by. Then, after 15 minutes, you will deboard the helicopter for Harshil Helipad which is the nearest helipad for Gangotri.
Arrival at Harshil Helipad – 8:00 AM
After a short 45 minutes helicopter ride over the snow-clad mountains of Himalayas, you will arrive at Harshil Helipad. From there, the representative will escort you to the waiting car which will take you to the gates of Gangotri temple. When you reach the temple doors, you will be given your VIP entry passes and then, you can perform all the worship rituals.
Departure from Harshil Helipad – 11:00 AM
At 10:30 AM, you will be transferred back to the Harshil Helipad from where you will deboard the helicopter back to Dehradun. Merely after 15 minutes, you will arrive at the Harshil helipad.
Arrival at Sahastradhara Helipad in Dehradun – 12 Noon
Exactly after a 45 minutes ride, you will be transferred back to Dehradun from where this spiritual journey started. And with that, the staff will say their goodbyes to you.

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Inclusion and Exclusion

Inclusions

Welcome drink on Arrival at hotel (non-Alcoholic)
Accommodation on Double sharing basis at hotels.
Meals (Daily Breakfast )
All hotel taxes.
Driver T. A. D. A, Fuel Charges, Parking Fee, State Taxes
Sightseeing as per above Itinerary by Individual Vehicle
All taxes except 5% GST

Exclusions

Expenses of personal nature such as tipping, porters, laundry, telephones, Cameras fees etc.
Entrance fees at any point.
Any kind of insurance.
Any Train, Airline’s fare, Ferry charges, Boating etc.
Any claim or delay charges due to natural calamities, landslide, road blockage etc. Or any other things which are not mentioned in the cost included column.
Rates are not Valid during Peak Season and festival holidays (Peak Season: During Christmas, new year, Diwali, Durga Pooja and long weekends or any event).