Chardham Yatra
Overview - Chardham Yatra
In most of the Hindu mythology and religious text chardham yatra can be seen signifying immense spiritual value. Not only to human beings but these places of pilgrimage have been a place of worship to different God and Goddess In Hinduism.
Over the years numerous people have visited these holy sites and experienced divination and peace to the core of their souls. Not only these places have witnessed millions of devotees who come with a wishes and prayers to almighty have seen wonders in their lives by attaining peacefulness and bliss.
We always feel ourselves as few of the fortunate who not only provide a glimpse into these heavenly places that dev bhumi has to offer but we also make sure that whether it is travel enthusiasts, devotees or any nature lover it is our responsibility that you not only take back the expected joyful and scenic memories but also a deep touch of nature, devotion and culture with all safety and comfort.
Presenting to you one of the most beautiful and spiritual offering of Uttrakhand
- Duration - 9 days 8 Nights
- Difficulty - Moderate to Difficult
- Suitable For - 18 to 55 Years
- Altitute - 10,170 to 11,75t5 f
- Region - Uttarakhand
- Group Size - 1-40
- Approx Treking - 18 km max.
Chardham Yatra Itinerary
- We will be picking you up from Haridwar and start our journey towards Mountains which will fill you with enough freshness to be exited for whole lot to come.
- Barkot lies in Uttarkashi district and this hill station itself is at an altitude of 1220m from sea level, so make sure you carry enough warm wear as the temperature will change completely.
- You will be staying at barkot for the night so make sure you have enough enough rest and taste of pahadi delicacies here.
- Morning Dawn lights and the view of Barkot in sunshine is something so beautiful which will definitely get you awestruck.
- After a refreshing breakfast get ready for a short trek of 5Kms towards our first pilgrimage site Yamunotri. We will be driving you to Jankichatti which is 50Kms from barkot and last motorable stop.
- Feel the aura of breath-taking origin of holy Yamuna rivermarching towards the Yamunotri Temple. Although the trek is bit stiff but on the trail you will find several tea stalls, water points and bench stops to fill in some much needed resting oxygen. Normally you will be able to complete the trek in 2-3Hours after various haults.
- Once you reach the temple you will find every stiffness of your journey to the top well rewarded. Lose yourself in the beauty of the place and connect your inner self with the spiritual and peaceful atmosphere of Yamunotri Dham. On the same day itself we will be completing the journey to Yamunotri after returning to barkot where you will be staying for the night at a omfortable stay.
- On the 3rd day we'll be taking you to one of the most beautiful districts of Uttarakhand which is uttarkashi where you will be spending third day of trip.
- On the way you will see beautiful forest ranges various water streams and other Himalayan Flora and fauna. Try to connect with locals and you will get an in depth knowledge of pahari culture food customs and much more.
- After The long drive take rest for the day and get prepared for the next leg of the journey.
- On day 4 of the journey we will be moving to none other than the origin place of the holiest river in India The Ganga.
- On the journey you will have magnificent views of places like Bhatwadi, Gangnani, and Harshil. These places act as an cherry on top to this drive to Gangotri Dham. Unlike Yamunotri the Gangotri Dham is well accessible by road so we will be dropping you at the destination directly.
- Enjoy veiws of mighty peaks surrounding the place and fill your heart and camera roll with everything that this heavenly place offers. On the same day we will return to Uttarkashi and your night stay will be here so we can move on to the next destination next day.
- On day 5 we will be taking a drive to Sonprayag which is the next Stop for the Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham trip.
- This will be a little long drive stretching 230Kms and across the journey you will be able to witness the beauty of Himalayan forests and scenic views of various Villages will have crop lands carrying terrace farming.
- Following the drive we will be leading to a place called Phata where you will be staying for the night. Take ample of rest after the long journey as the next day we move on to the none other than Kedarnath Dham.
- Sonprayag itself holds immense value as this place elevated at 1829meters is said to be the place where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married.
- On day 6 get charged with a delightful breakfast and prepare to move to Kedarnath. We will be moving via cab to Gaurikund which is the last stop to reach via vehicle this will be approximately a 8kms drive.
- Also the trek will be taking approximately 6-7Hrs to complete and once completed you will be witnessing one of the most Sacred temples of India none other than kedarnatha itself. During the trek you will be able to view beautiful views of jungle chatti and Bheem Bali two of the most common place of a pause for refreshments.
- The trek takes you to a high altitude of 3583meters so a edical check-up will be required as it may get difficult for people with respiratory problems. Also If you do not want to go by walking you can also choose Palki mules or Kandi. To add the cherry on top you will be staying here at the holy kedarnath itself for the night.
- Day 7 begins with sunshine over Kedarnath Dham, do make sure you view this early morning magical view. You will get ample of time to capture all the moments here along with exploring the town of kedarnath.
- Here you can indulge with locals and if interested can gain huge amount of knowledge regarding this place's spirituality and culture which has been coming through via thousands of years. As the day moves to dusk we will be returning back to Phata where we will conclude our day after descending from this high altitude and will mark your night stay at Phata for day 7.
- On day 8 we will travel to to the fourth dham of our journey which is his holiness Badrinath dham. This journey will take approximately 7-8 hours and will provide you a wonderful glimpse of different villages and towns like Guptkashi Joshimath and Govind ghat.
- Guptkashi has the renowned vishwanath temple along with Ardhnarishwar temple and is simply beautiful it has views of many snow covered peaks all which provide endless peace to soul and magic to eyes.
- Similarly Joshimath also is at a height of 6150Ft and is a starting point for various mind blowing treks and Himalayans destinations. While moving from these places feel the breeze and Himalayan weather and in-between we will take a stop for lunch and refreshments and then move on to temple.
- Unlike kedarnatha you won't have to go through stiff climbing here, you will be dropped next to the temple. As the day concludes we have planned your stay at Badrinath itself so that you can enjoy it's essence not just the day but night too.
- Distance 312Kms Time 9hrs 30Mins Once you have had darshan and filled your eyes soul and camera Rolls with magnificent and scenic beauty of Badrinath on next day we will be returning back to Haridwar.
- With this step of the journey we will be summing up and it will take around 9-10hours to reach the destination. Again the route offers views of beautiful forest some water streams and other.
- We will make sure you have the most comfortable journey all along the route. Also we always appreciate your feedbacks so that we can make our services even more better for you and the experiences memorable.
- We will be looking forward to your next endeavour soon.
1. Accommodation. (All Day Stay In Hotel)
2. Meals Vegitarian All Day Dinner and breakfast.Lunch Not
Includes in this packages
3. All necessary permits and entry fees.
4. Experts guide and Support staff.
5. Transport According itinerary.
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Transport from Sonprayag to Gaurikund. You can pay directly driver.it is to 30rupees per had.
6. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
7. Mules Charges not included if you required mules you can talk directly mules owner and pay you directly. Mules Charges 2500/- per mules from Gaurikund to kedarnath one way.
What to Carry for Chardham Yatra?
- Back pack (50-60l)
- Rain Cover
- Water Bottle
- Toilet Paper & Wipes
- Fleece Jackets and Thermals
- Hiking Shoes
- Led torch (with extra batteries)
- Mosquito & insect repellent
- Mosquito & insect repellent
- Thermal Inners
- Thermal Inners
- Warm Clothes
- Caps
- Pay Rs.1000/- per head to reserve your seat & you can pay the remaining amount on Arrival of trip
- Any flight bookings, shall be paid 100% in advance.
- 25% Rescheduling charges.
- Government Issued Identity (Aadhar/License)
- Personal and Guardian Contact Number
- A Signed Consent Letter for Registration
- Email Address
How to Reach Chardham Yatra?
By Air
Take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, Hire a cab to reach Dehradun City as the airport is 29 km away.
By Train
The Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun railway station is located in the centre of the city which is well connected to all the major cities of the country.
By Bus
Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun is easily accessible from major cities of the country as it has an excellent road connectivity with other major cities and towns of North India. There are state-run and private buses that offer a regular service.
FAQs for Chardham Yatra
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand refers to visiting four sacred Hindu shrines — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas. It’s one of the most revered pilgrimages in India.
The yatra season begins in late April or early May (after Akshaya Tritiya) and continues until October or early November. The best months are May–June and September–October when the weather is pleasant.
A complete Char Dham Yatra usually takes 10 to 12 days, depending on the route and travel mode. Helicopter packages can shorten the duration to 4–6 days.
Traditionally, pilgrims start the journey from Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath, following the clockwise direction of the Hindu tradition (Parikrama).
The Yatra begins from Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Dehradun, all well connected by train, road, and air. Chaukhamba Travels provides pickup and transport arrangements from these cities.
Yes, registration is compulsory for all devotees. You can register online through the Uttarakhand Char Dham Devasthanam Board website or offline at registration counters en route.
There are a variety of options including GMVN guesthouses, hotels, lodges, and dharamshalas. Chaukhamba Travels ensures comfortable, pre-booked stays as part of its Char Dham packages.
Carry warm clothes, waterproof jackets, trekking shoes, woollen gloves, medicines, flashlight, and ID proof. Weather conditions in the Himalayas can change rapidly.
