Tin Dham Yatra : Gangotri Kedarnath and Badrinath Temple
Teen Dham Yatra: Gangotri – Kedarnath – Badrinath
The Teen Dham Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage to three important shrines in Uttarakhand—Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath—nestled in the Himalayas. Devotees embark on this journey seeking blessings and spiritual upliftment.
How to Reach Haridwar
- By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (35 km).
- By Train: Haridwar Railway Station is well-connected to major cities.
- By Road: Haridwar is accessible via NH-58 from Delhi and other nearby cities.
7 Nights / 8 Days Itinerary
Day 1: Haridwar to Uttarkashi (Gangotri Route) – 200 km / 7 hrs
- Morning departure from Haridwar.
- En route, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi.
- Stay overnight at a hotel in Uttarkashi.
Day 2: Uttarkashi to Gangotri – 100 km / 4 hrs & Back
- Early morning drive to Gangotri Dham.
- Take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi River at Gangotri.
- Perform darshan and return to Uttarkashi by evening.
- Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 3: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi – 220 km / 9 hrs
- Drive towards Guptkashi via scenic mountain routes.
- En route, visit Tehri Dam & Rudraprayag Sangam.
- Check-in at a hotel in Guptkashi for an overnight stay.
Day 4: Guptkashi to Kedarnath – Trek / Helicopter
- Early morning drive to Sonprayag / Gaurikund (30 km).
- Start the 16 km trek to Kedarnath Dham or opt for a helicopter ride.
- Perform evening Aarti at Kedarnath Temple.
- Stay overnight at Kedarnath (budget guesthouses available).
Day 5: Kedarnath to Guptkashi – Return Trek
- After morning darshan at Kedarnath Temple, trek back to Gaurikund.
- Drive to Guptkashi and rest at a hotel for the night.
Day 6: Guptkashi to Badrinath – 220 km / 8 hrs
- Drive via Joshimath, Narsingh Temple, and Vishnuprayag.
- Check-in at a hotel in Badrinath.
- Attend Aarti at Badrinath Temple in the evening.
Day 7: Badrinath to Rudraprayag – 160 km / 6 hrs
- Early morning darshan at Badrinath Temple.
- Visit Tapt Kund, Mana Village (Last Indian Village), and Bhim Pul.
- Drive towards Rudraprayag and stay overnight at a hotel.
Day 8: Rudraprayag to Haridwar – 160 km / 6 hrs
- Drive back to Haridwar via Rishikesh.
- En route, visit Devprayag (Alaknanda-Bhagirathi confluence).
- Drop at Haridwar by evening.
Where to Stay?
- Uttarkashi: Hotel Shivlinga, Hotel Bhagirathi Residency
- Guptkashi: Kedar Camp Resort, Hotel Mandakini
- Kedarnath: GMVN Guest House, budget lodges
- Badrinath: Sarovar Portico, GMVN Tourist Rest House
- Rudraprayag: Hotel Monal Resort, Hotel Pushpdeep Grand
Travel Tips
✔️ Best Time to Visit: May – June & September – October
✔️ Clothing: Carry warm clothes, raincoats, and trekking shoes.
✔️ Health Precautions: Acclimatize properly due to high altitudes.
✔️ Registration: Pilgrims must register for the yatra online/offline.
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