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4.9 / 5.0(1+ Verified Reviews)Haridwar / Rishikesh / DehradunDomestic Holiday

Char Dham Yatra Package – 12 Days / 11 Nights

A Sacred Himalayan Journey to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath
Duration12Days / 11 Nights
Max Altitude / TypeSightseeing
GradeLeisure / Scenic
RegionYamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath
OVERVIEW

About the Journey

A sacred journey through Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath — planned with comfortable stays, private transfers and practical support at every stage.
The Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand is not an ordinary holiday. It is a demanding mountain pilgrimage where early starts, long road journeys, steep walks and changing weather are part of the experience.
Our 12 Days / 11 Nights Char Dham Yatra Package is designed to make that journey easier to manage. Travel by private vehicle, stay at carefully selected hotels/guesthouses, follow a practical route and keep enough time for darshan, rest and recovery.
The circuit covers the four sacred shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, with Haridwar/Rishikesh included as the traditional gateway and closing point.
Important: Char Dham registration is mandatory. The official Uttarakhand portal also requires pilgrim verification at the Dham entry points. Registration and vehicle requirements should be completed before beginning the journey.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY

Tour Schedule & Route

12 Days
Day1
Day 1 Schedule

Haridwar Arrival & Ganga Aarti

DurationDay Activity
DistanceDrive / 3 km Walk
Elevation6,400 Ft
MealsWelcome Tea & Dinner
🌊Glacial Streams🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Route: Haridwar arrival
Approx. road travel: Local
Meal Plan: Dinner
Overnight: Haridwar
Arrive in Haridwar and meet your travel coordinator/driver.
Check into your hotel and take some time to rest after your journey.
In the evening, visit Har Ki Pauri to experience the Ganga Aarti.
As lamps glow along the river and bells ring across the ghat, the atmosphere changes completely.
Return to the hotel for dinner and an early night.
Suggested Schedule
12:00–15:00: Arrival and hotel check-in
16:30–18:30: Har Ki Pauri
Evening: Ganga Aarti
20:00 onwards: Dinner and rest
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Not included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
3-Star / Standard / Premium hotel in Haridwar
Insider Tip
Keep your original ID proof and Char Dham registration details together from Day 1. Do not pack them deep inside your luggage.
Night Halt:Base Camp Guesthouse / Alpine Camp
Catering:Welcome Tea & Dinner
Day2
Day 2 ScheduleHaridwarBarkot

Haridwar – Barkot

DurationDay Activity
Distance6 km Trek (4–5 Hours)
Elevation9,200 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
🌿Alpine Meadows🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 190–200 km
Driving Time: Around 7–9 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Barkot / Janki Chatti area
Start early after breakfast.
Drive towards Barkot through Rishikesh and the mountain roads of Uttarkashi district.
Depending on traffic and road conditions, make short breaks around Narendranagar, Chamba, Dharasu Band or nearby viewpoints.
The landscape changes dramatically as you climb higher.
Plains disappear behind you and the road begins following the curves of the Himalayan valleys.
Reach Barkot by evening.
Check into your hotel and keep the evening relaxed.
Suggested Schedule
06:30: Breakfast
07:00: Departure
10:00: Mountain tea break
13:00: Lunch stop
17:00–18:00: Reach Barkot
19:30: Dinner
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse / Camp in Barkot
Insider Tip
Don't plan late-night sightseeing here. Your Yamunotri trek begins early the next morning.
Night Halt:Wilderness Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner
Day3
Day 3 Schedule

Barkot – Janki Chatti – Yamunotri Darshan – Barkot

DurationDay Activity
Distance7 km Trek (5–6 Hours)
Elevation11,800 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Hot Trail Lunch & Dinner
🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
6 km one way from Janki Chatti
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Barkot
This is your first major pilgrimage day.
Wake before sunrise and have breakfast.
Drive towards Janki Chatti, the starting point for the Yamunotri trek.
From Janki Chatti, begin the uphill journey towards Yamunotri Temple.
Depending on fitness and conditions, the walk can take several hours each way. Pony and palki services may be available locally, subject to official rules, weather and availability.
At Yamunotri, offer prayers and spend time around the temple complex.
After darshan, begin the return journey towards Janki Chatti.
Meet your vehicle and drive back to Barkot.
Suggested Schedule
04:30–05:00: Wake-up
05:30: Breakfast
06:00: Depart for Janki Chatti
07:00: Begin trek
Late morning/afternoon: Yamunotri Darshan
Afternoon: Start return trek
Evening: Return to Barkot
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Packed lunch: Optional / on request
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Same hotel in Barkot
Insider Tip
Start as early as possible. Carry only a small backpack with water, medicines, rain protection, warm layers and essential documents.
Night Halt:High Altitude Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Hot Trail Lunch & Dinner
Day4
Day 4 ScheduleBarkotUttarkashi

Barkot – Uttarkashi

DurationDay Activity
Distance9–10 km Trek (7–9 Hours)
Elevation14,000 Ft Summit (Camp: 10,500 Ft)
MealsEarly Breakfast, Energy Trail Snacks & Celebration Dinner
🌊Glacial Streams🌿Alpine Meadows⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 100 km
Driving Time: Around 4–5 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Uttarkashi
After breakfast, leave Barkot for Uttarkashi.
The journey follows the Himalayan roads through forested slopes and river valleys.
On arrival, check into your hotel.
Later, visit Vishwanath Temple if time and local conditions permit.
Spend the evening resting after the previous day's Yamunotri trek.
Suggested Schedule
07:30: Breakfast
08:30: Departure
11:00: Tea/photo stop
13:00: Reach Uttarkashi
Afternoon: Hotel check-in and rest
Evening: Vishwanath Temple
20:00: Dinner
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse in Uttarkashi
Insider Tip
Use this day for recovery. Avoid unnecessary walking after the Yamunotri trek.
Night Halt:Riverside Alpine Camp
Catering:Early Breakfast, Energy Trail Snacks & Celebration Dinner
Day5
Day 5 ScheduleUttarkashiGangotri – Uttarkashi

Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km Trek + Vehicle Drive
Elevation6,000 Ft
MealsBreakfast & Farewell Lunch
🌊Glacial Streams🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 200 km round trip
Driving Time: Around 7–9 hours total
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Uttarkashi
Start early for Gangotri Dham.
The road follows the Bhagirathi River through increasingly dramatic mountain scenery.
Reach Gangotri and visit Gangotri Temple for darshan.
Spend some time around the river and temple area.
Depending on local conditions and time, you may also visit nearby points such as Surya Kund.
Begin the return drive to Uttarkashi in the afternoon.
Reach your hotel by evening.
Suggested Schedule
05:00: Wake-up
05:30: Breakfast
06:00: Departure
10:00–11:00: Gangotri arrival
11:00–13:00: Darshan & local visit
13:30: Lunch
14:00: Return journey
18:00–19:00: Uttarkashi arrival
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Same hotel in Uttarkashi
Insider Tip
Carry a warm layer even if Uttarkashi feels comfortable. Gangotri is significantly colder and weather can shift quickly.
Night Halt:Departure / Return Journey
Catering:Breakfast & Farewell Lunch
Day6
Day 6 ScheduleUttarkashiGuptkashi / Sitapur

Uttarkashi – Guptkashi / Sitapur

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🌊Glacial Streams🏔️High Mountain Pass🌿Alpine Meadows🚙Mountain Transit
Distance: Approx. 190–220 km depending on selected hotel
Driving Time: Around 8–10 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Guptkashi / Sitapur
After breakfast, begin the long drive towards the Kedarnath region.
The route passes through mountain towns and river valleys.
Take breaks along the way for tea, lunch and photographs.
Depending on the final route and hotel availability, accommodation will be arranged around Guptkashi, Phata, Sersi or Sitapur.
Check in and rest.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse / Camp in Guptkashi-Sitapur region
Insider Tip
Keep your trekking shoes, warm clothes and personal medicines accessible. You will need them early the next morning.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day7
Day 7 ScheduleGuptkashi / SitapurSonprayag – Kedarnath

Guptkashi / Sitapur – Sonprayag – Kedarnath

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
⛺Wilderness Camp
16–18 km one way from Gaurikund
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Kedarnath
This is the most physically demanding day of the Yatra.
Wake very early and travel towards Sonprayag.
Proceed according to the current local transport and pilgrimage arrangements towards Gaurikund.
From Gaurikund, begin the trek towards Kedarnath Dham.
The route is mountainous and requires stamina.
Allow several hours for the ascent, with regular hydration and rest breaks.
On reaching Kedarnath, check into the allotted accommodation and freshen up.
Attend darshan according to the applicable temple arrangements and your registration/booking.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own / packed meal if arranged
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Guesthouse / Camp / Basic hotel accommodation in Kedarnath
Insider Tip
Do not treat the Kedarnath trek like a race. Walk slowly, drink water regularly and take breaks before you feel exhausted.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day8
Day 8 ScheduleKedarnath DarshanReturn to Guptkashi / Sitapur

Kedarnath Darshan – Return to Guptkashi / Sitapur

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
16–18 km downhill
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Guptkashi / Sitapur
Wake early for morning darshan, subject to temple timings and crowd management.
After prayers, have breakfast and begin your descent.
The downhill trek still requires care. Wet stones and tired legs can make the descent harder than expected.
Reach Gaurikund/Sonprayag and continue by the permitted local transport arrangement to meet your vehicle.
Drive back towards Guptkashi/Sitapur.
Check into your hotel and enjoy a proper rest.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse in Guptkashi / Sitapur
Insider Tip
Use trekking poles if needed. They are especially useful during the descent when knees and ankles take more load.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day9
Day 9 ScheduleGuptkashiJoshimath / Pipalkoti

Guptkashi – Joshimath / Pipalkoti

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🌿Alpine Meadows🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 170–190 km
Driving Time: Around 7–9 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Joshimath / Pipalkoti
After breakfast, begin the journey towards the Badrinath side of the Char Dham circuit.
Drive through the mountain valleys towards Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Joshimath.
Depending on the final accommodation arrangement, overnight stay may be at Joshimath, Pipalkoti or a nearby location.
If time permits, visit Narsingh Temple in Joshimath.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse in Joshimath / Pipalkoti
Insider Tip
Keep this day flexible. Mountain-road travel is highly dependent on traffic, roadwork and weather.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day10
Day 10 ScheduleJoshimath / PipalkotiBadrinath Darshan

Joshimath / Pipalkoti – Badrinath Darshan

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🌊Glacial Streams🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 40–80 km depending on overnight location
Driving Time: Around 2–4 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Badrinath
After breakfast, drive towards Badrinath Dham.
The route follows the Alaknanda River and opens into a spectacular high-altitude valley.
On arrival, check into your accommodation.
Later, visit Badrinath Temple for darshan.
If time permits, explore nearby sacred sites and the temple surroundings.
Possible Nearby Visits
Tapt Kund
Mana Village
Vyas Gufa
Ganesh Gufa
Bhim Pul
Visits to nearby locations depend on road access, local restrictions and available time.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse in Badrinath
Insider Tip
Carry warm clothing even in summer. Badrinath evenings can feel very cold, particularly after sunset.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day11
Day 11 ScheduleBadrinathRudraprayag / Srinagar

Badrinath – Rudraprayag / Srinagar

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🪨Moraine & Boulders🚙Mountain Transit⛺Wilderness Camp
Distance: Approx. 160–200 km
Driving Time: Around 7–9 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Wake up and, if required, complete any remaining temple visit.
After breakfast, begin the return journey.
Drive through Joshimath, Chamoli and Karnaprayag towards Rudraprayag/Srinagar.
The road gradually descends into lower Himalayan terrain.
Reach your hotel by evening.
Enjoy your final mountain dinner and rest.
Meal Plan
Breakfast: Included
Lunch: On your own
Dinner: Included
Accommodation
Hotel / Guesthouse in Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Insider Tip
Don't schedule a late-evening train or flight on this day. Keep your final departure for the following day.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day12
Day 12 ScheduleRudraprayag / SrinagarRishikesh / Haridwar Departure

Rudraprayag / Srinagar – Rishikesh / Haridwar Departure

DurationDay Activity
Distance5 km
Elevation10,500 Ft
MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner
🚙Mountain Transit
Distance: Approx. 150–190 km
Driving Time: Around 5–7 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast and start the final drive towards Rishikesh or Haridwar.
Depending on your departure schedule, you may stop for lunch around Rishikesh.
Drop-off can be arranged at:
Haridwar Railway Station
Haridwar Hotel
Rishikesh
Dehradun
Dehradun Airport
Your Char Dham Yatra concludes after completing the sacred circuit.
Insider Tip
Keep at least 5–6 hours of buffer before an important train or flight. Never plan a tight same-day airport connection after a long mountain drive.
Night Halt:Alpine Tents
Catering:Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Why You Will Love This Trip

Duration 12 Days / 11 Nights
Yatra Circuit Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath
Start Point Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
End Point Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
Transport Private AC Vehicle*
Accommodation Hotels / Guesthouses / Camps as per route
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Yamunotri Trek Approx. 6 km one way from Janki Chatti
Kedarnath Trek Approx. 16–18 km one way from Gaurikund, depending on route/conditions
Best Season Yatra opening period through June and September–October
Ideal For Families, Couples, Senior Pilgrims, Friends & Groups
Trip Type Private & Customizable
Main Experiences Temple Darshan, Ganga Aarti, Himalayan Drives, Trekking & Spiritual Sites

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Package Inclusions & Exclusions

What Is Included

  • ✓Accommodation 11 nights accommodation Double/twin sharing rooms Triple sharing where available Hotel/guesthouse/camp accommodation according to the route Accommodation at higher-altitude locations may be basic compared with city hotels
  • ✓Transportation Private vehicle for the agreed itinerary Pickup and drop from selected starting/ending point Fuel Driver charges Toll taxes Parking charges Intercity transportation as mentioned in the final itinerary
  • ✓Meals Daily breakfast Daily dinner Meal arrangements according to hotel availability Packed meals can be requested for trekking days
  • ✓Travel Assistance Itinerary planning Hotel coordination Driver coordination Travel assistance during the trip Support for itinerary-related requirements
  • ✓Sightseeing Visits to the major pilgrimage points and locations listed in the final itinerary. Temple darshan, special puja, VIP darshan, helicopter services, pony/palki, entry tickets and activity charges should not be assumed included unless specifically written in your final quotation.

What Is Not Included

  • ✗Flights
  • ✗Train tickets
  • ✗Personal expenses
  • ✗Lunch
  • ✗Tea/snacks
  • ✗Mineral water
  • ✗Laundry
  • ✗Room service
  • ✗Telephone expenses
  • ✗Tips and gratuities
  • ✗Special puja
  • ✗Donation at temples
  • ✗VIP/special darshan charges
  • ✗Pony charges
  • ✗Palki/doli charges
  • ✗Porter charges
  • ✗Helicopter tickets
  • ✗Medical expenses
  • ✗Personal insurance
  • ✗Monument/attraction charges
  • ✗Additional sightseeing
  • ✗Additional vehicle usage
  • ✗Hotel upgrades
  • ✗Extra nights
  • ✗Peak-season surcharges
  • ✗Festival/holiday surcharges
  • ✗Costs caused by road closures, weather disruption or natural calamities
  • ✗Any service not specifically mentioned in the inclusions
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Everything You Need to Know

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