📍 Char Dham Yatra Tour Details (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath)
The Char Dham Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in India, covering the four revered shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand.
🛕 About the Char Dham Temples:
Yamunotri: Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, the source of the Yamuna River.
Gangotri: Dedicated to Goddess Ganga, the origin of the Ganges River.
Kedarnath: Dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
Badrinath: Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, a part of the Char Dham circuit.
Best Time to Visit: May to June and September to October
Duration: 10–12 Days
Starting Point: Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Dehradun
🗓️ Suggested Itinerary (12 Days / 11 Nights)
Day 1: Haridwar/Rishikesh → Barkot
Drive: Approx. 7–8 hours (180 km)
En route visit Kempty Falls (Mussoorie)
Overnight stay in Barkot
Day 2: Barkot → Yamunotri → Barkot
Drive to Janki Chatti (36 km)
Trek to Yamunotri Temple (6 km)
Return to Barkot for an overnight stay
Day 3: Barkot → Uttarkashi
Drive: Approx. 4–5 hours (100 km)
Visit Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi
Overnight stay in Uttarkashi
Day 4: Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi
Drive: Approx. 3–4 hours (100 km one way)
Visit Gangotri Temple and Bhagirathi River
Return to Uttarkashi for an overnight stay
Day 5: Uttarkashi → Guptkashi
Drive: Approx. 8–9 hours (220 km)
En route visit Tehri Dam and Rudraprayag
Overnight stay in Guptkashi
Day 6: Guptkashi → Kedarnath
Drive to Gaurikund (30 km)
Trek to Kedarnath Temple (16 km) or take a helicopter/pony/palki
Overnight stay in Kedarnath
Day 7: Kedarnath → Guptkashi
Early morning Kedarnath Temple Darshan
Trek back to Gaurikund and drive to Guptkashi
Overnight stay in Guptkashi
Day 8: Guptkashi → Badrinath
Drive: Approx. 8–9 hours (220 km)
En route visit Joshimath and Narsingh Temple
Overnight stay in Badrinath
Day 9: Badrinath → Rudraprayag
Morning darshan at Badrinath Temple
Visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and Bheem Pul
Drive to Rudraprayag (160 km)
Overnight stay in Rudraprayag
Day 10: Rudraprayag → Rishikesh/Haridwar
Drive: Approx. 7–8 hours (160 km)
En route visit Devprayag
Overnight stay in Rishikesh/Haridwar
Day 11: Rishikesh Sightseeing
Visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, and attend Ganga Aarti
Overnight stay in Rishikesh
Day 12: Departure
Drop at Dehradun Airport or Haridwar Railway Station
🚁 Helicopter Char Dham Yatra Package
Starting Point: Dehradun
Duration: 4–5 Days
Stops: Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath
Inclusions: VIP Darshan, meals, and luxury accommodations
Booking: Advance booking required
🛏️ Accommodation Options:
Yamunotri & Gangotri: Basic guesthouses and dharamshalas
Kedarnath: Simple lodges near the temple
Badrinath: Budget to mid-range hotels
Guptkashi & Rudraprayag: Mid-range to premium hotels
📝 Important Travel Tips:
Fitness: Moderate fitness is required for trekking.
Clothing: Warm clothes, waterproof jackets, trekking shoes, and gloves.
Permits: Char Dham Yatra registration is mandatory.
Weather: Be prepared for sudden changes in weather.
Medical Kit: Carry medicines for altitude sickness, first aid, and general health.
Cash: Limited ATMs in remote areas; carry sufficient cash.
Connectivity: Poor mobile network in remote areas.
💼 Cost Estimate:
Budget Tour: ₹30,000–₹40,000 per person
Standard Tour: ₹45,000–₹60,000 per person
Luxury Helicopter Tour: ₹1,50,000–₹2,50,000 per person
Note: Prices vary based on season, accommodation, and transport options.
