About this Yatra
The Char Dham Yatra is among the most significant pilgrimages in Hinduism — a sacred circuit of four high-Himalayan shrines dedicated to the sources of India's holy rivers and to Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu. This 10-day itinerary is our carefully paced version, designed to honour both the spiritual gravity of the journey and the physical demands of travelling at altitudes above 3,000 metres.
You'll travel by a private AC vehicle with a driver who has done this route for years. Hotels are hand-picked for cleanliness, walking distance to temples where possible, and reliable hot water. We handle all permits, vehicle regulations, and Kedarnath helicopter / pony booking upon request.
Tour Highlights
- Visit all four sacred Dhams in one journey
- Ganga Aarti at Haridwar's Har Ki Pauri
- Trek or pony to Yamunotri temple
- Gangotri — source of the holy Ganges
- Kedarnath by trek, pony, or helicopter
- Badrinath darshan & Mana village visit
- Experienced hill driver throughout
- 24/7 on-road support via WhatsApp
Detailed Itinerary
Haridwar Arrival & Ganga Aarti
Morning pickup from Haridwar / Dehradun airport / railway station. Check in, rest, then witness the spiritually uplifting Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri in the evening. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
Haridwar → Barkot (via Mussoorie)
After breakfast, drive to Barkot via Mussoorie (~220 km, 8 hours). En route, enjoy views from Kempty Falls. Arrive Barkot by evening. Overnight stay in Barkot — the base for Yamunotri.
Barkot → Yamunotri → Barkot
Early breakfast, drive to Janki Chatti (42 km). Begin the 6 km trek to Yamunotri Temple (pony / palki / helicopter options at extra cost). After darshan and a holy dip in Surya Kund, return to Barkot.
Barkot → Uttarkashi
Drive to Uttarkashi (~100 km, 4-5 hours), the base for Gangotri. Evening visit to Vishwanath Temple, one of the oldest Shiva temples. Overnight in Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi
Drive to Gangotri (~100 km), the source of the holy Ganges. Perform puja at Gangotri Temple and visit Bhagirath Shila and Pandava Gufa. Return to Uttarkashi by evening.
Uttarkashi → Guptkashi / Sitapur
Long drive day via Tehri Dam and Rudraprayag to Guptkashi or Sitapur (~220 km, 9 hours). This is the base for Kedarnath. Overnight at hotel.
Guptkashi → Kedarnath (trek/heli) → Guptkashi
Early morning drive to Sonprayag / Gaurikund. Begin the 16 km trek to Kedarnath Dham (pony / palki / helicopter options). After darshan of Lord Kedar, return trek. Stay overnight at Kedarnath or return to Guptkashi.
Guptkashi → Badrinath
Drive to Badrinath via Joshimath (~170 km, 8 hours). En route, visit Narsingh Temple at Joshimath. Evening aarti at Badrinath Temple. Overnight in Badrinath.
Badrinath → Rudraprayag
Early morning Badrinath darshan, visit Mana Village (last Indian village before Tibet), Vyas Gufa, and Bheem Pul. Drive to Rudraprayag (~160 km, 7 hours). Overnight stay.
Rudraprayag → Rishikesh → Haridwar Drop
Drive to Rishikesh (~140 km). Visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, and Triveni Ghat. Continue to Haridwar for drop-off at railway station / airport by evening. Tour concludes.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✓ What's Included
- 9 nights accommodation in hand-picked hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner (MAP)
- AC vehicle with experienced hill driver
- All toll, parking, driver DA
- Pickup & drop from Haridwar
- All sightseeing as per itinerary
- GST included
- 24/7 WhatsApp support during trip
✕ Not Included
- Pony / palki / helicopter services
- Personal expenses, tips, gifts
- Lunch & beverages
- Travel insurance
- Kedarnath / Yamunotri trek porters
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Important Notes
The Chardham Yatra season runs from end-April to early-November each year. Kedarnath and Yamunotri involve trekking at high altitude — we recommend basic fitness and acclimatisation. Carry warm clothes even in summer, rain protection, and personal medication.
Advance registration on the Uttarakhand government portal is mandatory for all yatris — we guide you through this as part of your booking.