Char Dham Yatra

Pilgrimage to the Four Holy Shrines

Region

Uttarakhand

Duration

10 Days

Maximum Altitude

12,500 ft

Trekking Distance

44 KM

Grade

Easy to Moderate

Pickup

Rishikesh/Haridwar

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Char Dham Yatra in Dev Bhoomi Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand, known as “Dev Bhoomi” (Land of Gods), is a sacred state in the Indian Himalayas. It is home to four holy sites — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — collectively called the Char Dham, where “Char” means four and “Dham” means holy destination. Every year, thousands of devotees from India and abroad travel here on this sacred pilgrimage known as Tirtha Yatra.

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Day 1
Haridwar / Rishikesh → Barkot

Day 2
Barkot → Yamunotri Trek → Barkot

Day 3
Barkot → Uttarkashi

Day 4
Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi

Day 5
Uttarkashi → Guptkashi

Day 6
Guptkashi → Gaurikund → Kedarnath Trek

Day 7
Kedarnath → Gaurikund → Guptkashi

Day 8
Guptkashi → Badrinath

Day 9
Badrinath → Mana Village → Joshimath

Day 10
Joshimath → Rishikesh / Haridwar

Detailed Itineary

Distance: ~210 km | Time: 8–9 hrs

  • Start your journey from Haridwar or Rishikesh

  • Drive through Mussoorie and Yamuna Valley

  • Enjoy scenic Himalayan views along the route

  • Reach Barkot by evening

  • Check into hotel and rest

Stay: Barkot

Drive: ~45 km | Trek: 6 km (one way)

  • Drive to Janki Chatti

  • Begin the 6 km trek to Yamunotri Temple

  • Visit the temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna

  • Explore nearby hot springs

  • Trek back to Janki Chatti

  • Drive back to Barkot

Stay: Barkot

Distance: ~100 km | Time: 4–5 hrs

  • After breakfast drive to Uttarkashi

  • Travel through forests and mountain valleys

  • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple

  • Check into hotel and relax

Stay: Uttarkashi

Distance: ~100 km (one way) | Time: 3–4 hrs

  • Early morning drive to Gangotri Temple

  • Visit the temple of Goddess Ganga

  • Spend time near the Bhagirathi River

  • Enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings

  • Drive back to Uttarkashi

Stay: Uttarkashi

Distance: ~220 km | Time: 8–9 hrs

  • Begin the long drive to Guptkashi

  • Pass through beautiful Himalayan towns

  • Enjoy views of rivers and mountain valleys

  • Reach Guptkashi by evening

Stay: Guptkashi

Drive: ~30 km | Trek: 16 km

  • Drive to Gaurikund

  • Start the 16 km trek to Kedarnath Temple

  • Options available: walk, pony, or palki

  • Reach Kedarnath by evening

  • Attend evening darshan at the temple

Stay: Kedarnath

Trek: 16 km | Drive: ~30 km

  • Morning darshan at Kedarnath Temple

  • Trek back to Gaurikund

  • Drive back to Guptkashi

  • Rest after the trek

Stay: Guptkashi

Distance: ~185 km | Time: 7–8 hrs

  • Drive through scenic Himalayan roads

  • Reach Badrinath Temple town

  • Visit Badrinath Temple for darshan

Stay: Badrinath / Joshimath

Distance: ~45 km

  • Morning temple darshan

  • Visit nearby attractions:

    • Mana Village

    • Bheem Pul

    • Vyas Gufa

  • Later drive to Joshimath

Stay: Joshimath

Distance: ~260 km | Time: 9–10 hrs

  • After breakfast begin return journey

  • Drive through beautiful Himalayan valleys

  • Reach Rishikesh or Haridwar by evening

Trip Ends

  • Experienced trek leaders and local guides

  • Basic first aid kit carried by the team

  • Regular weather and route monitoring

  • Proper acclimatization and rest stops

  • Assistance for medical emergencies if required

  • Emergency contact coordination with local authorities

  • Comfortable trekking shoes

  • Warm jackets and thermal layers

  • Raincoat or poncho

  • Backpack (30–40L)

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Sunglasses, cap, sunscreen

  • Personal medications and toiletries

  • Trekking pole (optional but helpful)

What's Included

  • Accommodation during the trip

  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary

  • Transportation from Rishikesh/Haridwar to Rishikesh/Haridwar

  • Experienced trek guide and support staff

  • Basic first aid and assistance during the journey

What's Excluded

  • Personal expenses

  • Pony / palki charges

  • Entry fees at monuments or attractions

  • Travel insurance

  • Anything not mentioned in the itinerary

Frequently Asked Questions

The Char Dham Yatra usually runs from May to October, when the temples are open and weather conditions are suitable for travel.

The journey is generally easy to moderate. Most of the route is covered by road, but there are short treks such as Yamunotri (6 km) and Kedarnath (16 km).

No prior trekking experience is necessary. However, basic fitness and the ability to walk for a few hours is recommended.

Accommodation includes hotels, guesthouses, or homestays depending on the location and availability.

You can contact our team directly or book through our website, and we will guide you through the entire booking process.

Trek Fee

₹24000 per person

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