Char Dham Yatra - Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
Uttarakhand
Embark on the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage circuit covering the four holy abodes nestled in the Himalayas.
₹45,000
per person
Temples/Sites
4+
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Time
May to June, September to October
Group Size
2-15 yatris
Yatra Highlights
- Visit all four sacred shrines in one journey
- Witness the stunning Himalayan landscapes
- Experience the evening aarti at each temple
- Holy dip in natural hot springs
- Scenic helicopter option for Kedarnath
Sacred Sites
- Yamunotri - Origin of River Yamuna
- Gangotri - Origin of River Ganga
- Kedarnath - One of the 12 Jyotirlingas
- Badrinath - Dedicated to Lord Vishnu
Detailed Itinerary
Arrival in Haridwar
Arrive at Haridwar railway station. Transfer to hotel. Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
Haridwar to Barkot
Drive to Barkot (6-7 hours). Enroute visit Kempty Falls in Mussoorie.
Barkot to Yamunotri and back
Drive to Janki Chatti (6 km trek to Yamunotri). Visit Yamunotri Temple and hot springs.
Barkot to Uttarkashi
Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple.
Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back
Drive to Gangotri (100 km). Perform pooja at Gangotri Temple. Return to Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
Drive to Guptkashi via Moolgarh and Lambgaon. Visit Ardh Narireshwar Temple.
Guptkashi to Kedarnath
Drive to Gaurikund (30 km). Trek 18 km to Kedarnath or take helicopter. Evening aarti.
Kedarnath to Guptkashi
Morning pooja at Kedarnath. Trek down to Gaurikund. Drive back to Guptkashi.
Guptkashi to Badrinath
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath. Visit Badrinath Temple. Evening aarti.
Badrinath to Rudraprayag
Morning pooja at Badrinath. Visit Mana Village (last village before Tibet). Drive to Rudraprayag.
Rudraprayag to Rishikesh
Drive to Rishikesh. Visit Laxman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, and evening Ganga Aarti.
Departure
Transfer to Haridwar railway station for departure.
Inclusions
- 11 nights accommodation in budget hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle
- Experienced tour guide
- All necessary permits
- First aid kit and oxygen cylinder
- Pilgrim kit (ID card, map, do's and don'ts)
Exclusions
- Train/airfare
- Pony/palki/helicopter charges
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Lunch
- Donations at temples