Char Dham Yatra
Char Dham Yatra – A Sacred Pilgrimage
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is one of the holiest pilgrimages for Hindus, covering four sacred shrines:
- Yamunotri – The origin of River Yamuna.
- Gangotri – The birthplace of River Ganga.
- Kedarnath – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
- Badrinath – Dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
How to Reach Char Dham
- By Air: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. Helicopter services are available for Char Dham.
- By Train: The nearest major railway station is Haridwar. Rishikesh and Dehradun also have rail connectivity.
- By Road: Well-connected by road via Haridwar, Rishikesh, and Dehradun. Buses and taxis are available.
Tour Program (9 Nights / 10 Days from Haridwar)
Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot (Approx. 220 km / 7-8 hrs)
- Travel via Mussoorie, stop at Kempty Falls.
- Stay at Barkot (Hotel / Guest House).
Day 2: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (Approx. 36 km drive + 6 km trek one way)
- Drive to Janki Chatti, trek to Yamunotri Temple.
- Visit Surya Kund, Divya Shila.
- Return to Barkot for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km / 4-5 hrs)
- Drive through scenic landscapes.
- Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
- Stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 4: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km one way)
- Drive to Gangotri, visit the temple and Bhagirathi River.
- Return to Uttarkashi for an overnight stay.
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (Approx. 220 km / 9-10 hrs)
- Travel via Tehri Dam, Rudraprayag.
- Stay at Guptkashi / Sitapur.
Day 6: Guptkashi – Kedarnath (Drive 30 km + Trek 18 km / Helicopter option available)
- Trek or take a helicopter to Kedarnath Temple.
- Stay at Kedarnath (Lodge or Guest House).
Day 7: Kedarnath – Guptkashi (Trek 18 km + Drive 30 km)
- Early morning darshan at Kedarnath Temple.
- Return to Guptkashi for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath (Approx. 190 km / 8-9 hrs)
- Visit Narad Kund, Brahma Kapal, Mana Village.
- Stay at Badrinath (Hotel / Guest House).
Day 9: Badrinath to Rudraprayag (Approx. 160 km / 6-7 hrs)
- Morning Badrinath Temple Darshan.
- Visit Panch Prayag sites (Confluence of rivers).
- Stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 10: Rudraprayag to Haridwar (Approx. 160 km / 6-7 hrs)
- Return journey with a stop at Rishikesh for sightseeing.
- Trip ends at Haridwar.
Where to Stay
- Barkot – GMVN Guest House, Hotel Aditya Palace.
- Uttarkashi – Hotel Shivlinga, GMVN Tourist Lodge.
- Guptkashi / Sitapur – Kedar Camp Resort, Himalayan Comforts.
- Kedarnath – GMVN Tent Cottages, Budget Dharamshalas.
- Badrinath – Narayan Palace, GMVN Guest House.
Travel Tips
- Best Time: May to June & September to October.
- Fitness: Moderate fitness required for trekking to Yamunotri & Kedarnath.
- Clothing: Carry woolens, rain gear, and comfortable trekking shoes.
- Permits: Biometric registration is mandatory (available online & at yatra counters).
- Medication: Carry altitude sickness medicine and a basic first aid kit.
- Cash: ATMs are limited in remote areas, so carry cash.
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