Char Dham Yatra - Affordable Tour Package

Hindus consider the Char Dham Yatra one of the greatest and most special pilgrimages, visiting four sacred locations in Uttarakhand state. These four sites are important to Hinduism and include Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.

Here an overview of each of the four pilgrimage sites:

Yamunotri: Yamunotri which is found at 3,293 meters in the Garhwal Himalayas, is the origin of the Yamuna River. Visitors come mainly to see the Yamunotri temple, honoring Goddess Yamuna. It takes pilgrims around six kilometers of walking to get from Janki Chatti to the temple.

Gangotri: In the Uttarkashi district, Gangotri, standing 3,100 meters tall, is where the holy Ganges River begins. At this pilgrimage site, the Gangotri temple is the center, as it is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. By walking from the town of Gangotri, pilgrims arrive at the temple after 19 kilometers.

Kedarnath: In Rudraprayag high altitude of 3,583 meters, Kedarnath is famous for Lord Shiva. Significance of Kedarnath lies in its status as one of the Jyotirlinga temples. Walking from Gaurikund takes nearly 15 kilometers and help from pony or palanquin is available to those who do not walk.

Badrinath: Badrinath, found 3,133 meters high in Chamoli, is devoted to Lord Vishnu. The Badrinath temple which also goes by Badri Vishal, is much visited by pilgrims. Uluu is open by road to everyone, while the other three are not.

The route for the Char Dham Yatra begins at Yamunotri and passes through Gangotri, Kedarnath and finishes at Badrinath. Every year, the yatra takes place from April-May to October-November, according to the Hindu lunar calendars.

People set out on this voyage for their faith as well as for the amazing views of the Himalayan area. Because of its spirit, the yatra is popular with people from across India and even foreign countries, giving it great religious importance and cultural events in the country.

Best Time to do the Char Dham
The recommended best time for visiting Char Dham Yatra are April to November. Because of heavy snows in winter, the temple is not open.

Spring (April to June):

• Great weather was found with glorious flowers and unspoiled skies.
• Temperatures in the area can be from 5 to 20 degrees Celsius.
• Visitors can now travel to the Kedarnath Temple.
• Crowds are at their highest during May.

Autumn (September to November):

• Low temperatures and a clear view of the mountains around you.
• This bus makes visiting temples and beaches easier.

Monsoon (July to August):

• You shouldnt hike in this season because the trail will be covered with mud and can be risky to walk on.
• The main threats are from roads obstructed or from landslides.

How to Reach Char Dham Yatra
Travel to Char Dham should be well planned, and you need to know the available ways to reach the destinations. Most large Indian cities have road, rail, and air links, so getting around is easy. Selecting our Char Dham Yatra package can ensure all your arrangements are taken care of easily.

Top 3 Ways to Reach Char Dham:

By Air: Air travel is faster than other means, so it is choosing by many, even though air tickets are usually more expensive. Flights to Dehradun are available directly to the Jolly Grant Airport. It takes about a 30-kilometer trip to reach Dehradun city from the airport on board a taxi or public bus. Haridwar tourists can also find their nearest airport at Jolly Grant.

By Train: You can use trains for great comfort during your travels. Some great express trains that travel to Haridwar are Nanda Devi, Kota Express, Shatabdi, Jan Shatabdi, and Vande Bharat.

By Road: Road travel may be cheap, but it takes more time than flying. Cheaper options for traveling to Haridwar are the direct Volvo bus options. Hiring a cab directly to go to Char Dham is a better choice for those after convenience.

Char Dham Yatra Package Itinerary

Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot.

Pick-up Point: Haridwar
Time Taken: 7-8 Hrs
Meals: Dinner Only
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

Get started by driving along the attractive roads of Mussoorie and Kempty Falls, ending in Barkot. See the mountain scenery slowly unfold before you as you get to Barkot.

Day 2: Day Excursion to Yamunotri and Back to Barkot.

Pick-up Point: Barkot
Time Taken: 10-12 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

After reaching Jankichatti, follow a trail of 6 kilometers to the Yamunotri Temple. While traveling, enjoy the lovely greenery and many plant and animal species found along the way.

Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi.

Pick-up Point: Barkot
Time Taken: 6-7 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

Uttarkashi is a spiritual destination, so make it your next stop on the way. After coming to Uttarkashi, visit the Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple which are inside the town.

Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and Back to Uttarkashi.

Pick-up Point: Uttarkashi
Time Taken: 10-12 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

Take time at Gangnani to wash away your sins in the clean waters of Garam Kund. Watch the amazing Harsil Valley as you pass through, famous for its untouched scenery, Deodar trees and tall mountains. Come to Shree Gangotri, bathe in the sacred waters of the Ganges (Bhagirathi) and join in with worship at the sacred site.

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi/Sonprayag/Sersi/Phata.

Pick-up Point: Uttarkashi
Time Taken: 8-9 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

Take pleasure in seeing the beautiful Mandakini River flowing through Tilwara towards Guptkashi.

Day 6: Guptkashi/Sonprayag/Sersi/Phata to Kedarnath.

Pick-up Point: Guptkashi
Time Taken: 10-12 Hrs
Meals: No Meals
Room Type: Multi-sharing Standard

The trip from Sonprayag to Gauri Kund should be by taxi which will cost you INR 30-50 per seat paid directly to the driver. You can soak in the Aarti Ceremony at the temple if your arrival is extra early in Kedarnath, during the evening while the Kedarnath range looks amazing. Kedarnath is a jyotirlinga dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Day 7: Kedarnath to Guptkashi/Sonprayag/Sersi/Phata.

Pick-up Point: Sonprayag
Time Taken: 3-4 Hrs
Meals: Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

Attend the Aarti Ceremony at Kedarnath Temple at the opening of your day. Ride a local taxi from Gaurikund to the Sonprayag Taxi Stand at your expense. Travel about 16 to 18 kilometers to go downhill to Gaurikund.

Day 8: Guptkashi/Sonprayag/Sersi/Phata to Badrinath.

Pick-up Point: Chopta/Sari
Time Taken: 7-8 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Room Type: Triple Bed Standard

At Tapt Kund, which sits next to the Alaknanda River, many people take a traditional bath before visiting Badrinath Temple. On the border between India and Tibet, Mana Village marks the last Indian settlement and is where the Indo-Mongolian tribe lives. Vasundhara is a 5-kilometer walk from Badrinath and then another 2 kilometers by road to Mana. Bhim Pul: A huge formation that bridges the Saraswati River, as Bhim from the Mahabharata is said to have left it there. Mana Village has Vyas Gufa, a cave that some say was the home of sage Ved Vyas, where he prepared the Mahabharata.

Day 9: Badrinath to Haridwar.

Pick-up Point: Badrinath
Time Taken: 8-9 Hrs
Meals: Breakfast Only
Room Type: No Bed

Once your pilgrimage is over, return to Haridwar and look back on the spiritual and amazing views you have seen on the yatra.