Uttarakhand · 11 nights / 12 days

Char Dham Yatra Package: 12 Days from Delhi

Duration

11N / 12D

Stay

Hotels and camps, plus shared pilgrim lodging at Kedarnath

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Limited Season

Starting from

₹43,400 per person

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Based on a group of 4 travelling by MUV, Standard hotels, twin/triple sharing. Inclusive of GST. Prices vary by group size, hotel category and vehicle.

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About This Trip

Four holy shrines, one journey of a lifetime.

This 12-day Char Dham yatra package from Delhi follows the Char Dham in its traditional order: Yamunotri, where the Yamuna river begins; Gangotri, where Goddess Ganga touched the earth; Kedarnath, the home of Lord Shiva; and Badrinath, the home of Lord Vishnu. Each shrine gets a day of its own, and the journey ends on the ghats of Rishikesh. From pickup to drop, our team looks after every mile and every darshan, so you can simply pray.

Trip Highlights

The moments this journey is built around

Yamunotri

Trek from Kharsali to the source of the Yamuna, and cook rice and potatoes in the hot water of Surya Kund as prasad.

Gangotri

Darshan at the temple of Goddess Ganga, and holy Ganga water to carry home.

Kedarnath

A night under the snow peaks, and a pre-dawn Abhishek puja guided by a Pandit Ji arranged in advance.

Badrinath & Mana

Tapt Kund, darshan, and the last village of India.

The Route

How the journey moves

10 stops · 11 nightsSwipe to follow the route

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Day 1
Haridwar
Evening Ganga Aarti
1 night
2
Days 2–3
Barkot
Yamunotri
2 nights
3
Days 4–5
Uttarkashi
Gangotri
2 nights
4
Day 6
Guptkashi
Base for Kedarnath
1 night
5
Day 7
Kedarnath
The holy climb
1 night
6
Day 8
Guptkashi / Ukhimath
Walk down & rest
1 night
7
Day 9
Badrinath
Darshan at Badrinath
1 night
8
Day 10
Rudraprayag
Via Mana
1 night
9
Day 11
Rishikesh
Closing Ganga Aarti
1 night
10
Day 12 · Departure
Delhi
Homeward

Haridwar

1 night

Evening Ganga Aarti

Barkot

2 nights

Yamunotri

Uttarkashi

2 nights

Gangotri

Guptkashi

1 night

Base for Kedarnath

Kedarnath

1 night

The holy climb

Guptkashi / Ukhimath

1 night

Walk down & rest

Badrinath

1 night

Darshan at Badrinath

Rudraprayag

1 night

Via Mana

Rishikesh

1 night

Closing Ganga Aarti

Delhi

Departure

Homeward

Day by Day

Tap a day to see the details.

We meet you in Delhi and drive you to Haridwar, where the Ganga leaves the mountains. At dusk, the aarti at Har Ki Pauri begins your yatra with lamps, bells and the river.

Delhi → Haridwar · 250 km · approx. 5–6 hrs

After vehicle registration and hill certification in the morning, drive to Barkot, a quiet hill village below Yamunotri. The rest of the day is free to rest and prepare.

Haridwar → Barkot · 190 km · approx. 6–7 hrs

Trek 6 km each way from Kharsali, on foot or by doli, palki or pony, through pine forest and rhododendron. Bathe in the Yamuna, offer your prayers, and cook rice and potatoes in the hot water of Surya Kund as prasad. At Kharsali, also visit the temple of Lord Shani, brother of Goddess Yamuna.

Barkot → Kharsali · 40 km by road, then an approx. 6 km trek each way (2–3 hrs one way)

A gentle drive along the Bhagirathi river, with a stop at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The evening is for the local market, the river and rest.

Barkot → Uttarkashi · 100 km · approx. 3–4 hrs

Gangotri, Where the Ganga Touched the Earth

Visit the white stone temple of Goddess Ganga at 3,048 metres, near the holy rock where King Bhagirathi is said to have prayed to Lord Shiva. Take a holy dip, offer prayers, and fill a vessel with holy Ganga water to carry home.

Uttarkashi → Gangotri and back · 110 km each way · approx. 3–4 hrs each way

A long, scenic drive from the Bhagirathi valley to the Mandakini valley, ending at Guptkashi, the town from where the Kedarnath journey begins.

Uttarkashi → Guptkashi · 225 km · approx. 7–8 hrs

The path from Gaurikund climbs beside the Mandakini river. Walk, or go by doli or pony, as clouds drift through the valley and chants of Jai Bholenath echo ahead of you. You arrive in time for the evening aarti and a night under the snow peaks.

Guptkashi → Sonprayag · 47 km by road, then local vehicle to Gaurikund and an approx. 19 km trek

Rise before first light for the Abhishek puja to Lord Kedarnath. Then visit Bhairav Nath Temple or the Rudra Meditation Cave while the valley is still quiet. A gentle walk down brings you to Guptkashi or Ukhimath for the night.

Kedarnath → Gaurikund (approx. 19 km trek) → Sonprayag → Guptkashi or Ukhimath · 50 km by road

An early start takes you over the mountain road through Joshimath, where Lord Badrinath is worshipped in winter. Bathe at Tapt Kund, then enter the temple of Lord Vishnu for darshan and the evening aarti.

Guptkashi → Badrinath via Joshimath · 190 km · approx. 7–8 hrs

A second, quieter darshan at dawn. Then visit Mana, the last village of India, with Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and the temple of Mata Murti, where the Saraswati river meets the Alaknanda. The day ends at Rudraprayag or Pipalkothi.

Badrinath → Rudraprayag or Pipalkothi · 170 km · approx. 5–6 hrs

The road follows the river down through Devprayag to Rishikesh. Cross Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula, visit Parmarth Niketan and Swarg Ashram, and end the yatra with the evening aarti at Triveni Ghat.

Rudraprayag or Pipalkothi → Rishikesh · 150 km · approx. 4–5 hrs

After breakfast, a comfortable drive to Delhi Airport or railway station. You return home with the peace of the mountains.

Rishikesh → Delhi · 260 km · approx. 6–7 hrs

On-ground assistanceDarshan supportFour shrines

What's Included

From pickup to drop, every mile and every darshan is looked after for you.

✓Twin- or triple-sharing hotel and camp stays, with simple shared pilgrim lodging (4–6 beds) at Kedarnath

✓Vegetarian breakfast and dinner, daily

✓Comfortable road travel in a vehicle that suits your group (air-conditioned up to Rishikesh)

✓Darshan at Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, with a visit to Mana village

✓Ganga Aarti and holy dips at Haridwar and Rishikesh

✓Pandit Ji to guide you at Kedarnath and Badrinath, arranged in advance

✓A welcome kit for every pilgrim

✓Help on the ground and at every darshan, from start to finish, with a team member at Kedarnath

Not included: Airfare or train fares, lunch, puja fees, doli, palki or pony hire, the local vehicle from Sonprayag to Gaurikund, and personal expenses.

Good to Know

The practical details, shared upfront.

!Every pilgrim must register on the Uttarakhand tourist care portal. Guests complete this themselves.

!Pack light for Kedarnath: warm clothes, rain cover and comfortable walking shoes.

!Mountain weather, road conditions and temple timings can change the plan at short notice.

!Air-conditioning works only on the plains, not on mountain roads or in parked vehicles.

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Questions Pilgrims Ask

Frequently asked questions

What are the four dhams of the Char Dham Yatra?

They are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. This package visits them in this order.

Are there treks on the Char Dham Yatra?

Yes. Yamunotri needs a 6 km trek each way from Kharsali, about 2 to 3 hours one way. Kedarnath needs approximately 19 km each way from Gaurikund. Dolis, palkis and ponies are available on direct payment.

What is the difference between the 12-day and 11-day Char Dham packages?

The 12-day package starts and ends in Delhi. The 11-day package starts and ends in Haridwar, so you save the road journey from Delhi.

What happens on day 2 of the Char Dham route?

Your vehicle goes for registration and hill certification on the morning of day 2, which takes 2 to 4 hours. After that you drive to Barkot.

Where do we stay at Kedarnath?

At Kedarnath, you stay in simple shared pilgrim lodging with 4 to 6 beds. In other towns, you stay in hotels on a sharing basis.

Do I need to register for the yatra?

Yes. Every pilgrim must register on the Uttarakhand tourist care portal before travelling. Guests complete this themselves, and any new state or central rules must be followed.

When is the best time to go?

The shrines open only for part of the year, usually from spring until around the end of October or early November. Opening and closing dates are announced each year and depend on the weather, so please check with our team before you fix your dates.

What meals are included?

Vegetarian breakfast and dinner are included each day. Lunch is not included.

What help do I get during the trip?

Our team looks after you from pickup to drop. You also get Pandit Ji to guide you at Kedarnath and Badrinath, arranged in advance, and a team member at the shrine. Temple puja fees are paid directly.

How much does the Char Dham yatra package cost?

For 4 people travelling by MUV, the Standard category is ₹43,400 per person including GST. Larger groups pay less per person. The final price depends on your group size and hotel category. Contact us for an exact quote.

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