Find Peace and Uncover Divine Sites via CharDham 15 Nights & 16 Days

Embark on an enriching 16-day pilgrimage that takes you through India’s most revered and sacred Hindu pilgrimage sites—the Char Dham — along with scenic and spiritual stops across the Himalayas and the holy Ganges plains. This meticulously designed journey offers a blend of divine spirituality, breathtaking mountain vistas, and cultural discovery, making it an ideal spiritual retreat for devotees and travelers seeking divine blessings and natural beauty.

Overall Tour Overview:

Starting from Delhi, the tour progresses through the sacred towns of Haridwar and Barkot, and then ventures into the majestic Himalayas to explore each of the four holy temples—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. These sites are the cornerstones of Hindu faith, dedicated to the divine energies of Goddess Yamuna, Goddess Ganga, Lord Shiva, and Lord Vishnu respectively. The journey also includes visits to spiritual centers like Uttarkashi, Gupkashi, Joshimath, and Rudraprayag, enriching the spiritual experience.

Throughout the tour, travellers can enjoy scenic mountain landscapes, rivers, and lush forests that surround these sacred sites. The trip concludes by returning to Rishikesh, an important spiritual hub, before heading back to Delhi.

BEST SEASON TO TRAVEL : MAY TO SEPTEMBER OF EVERY YEAR

Registrations & Permits

CharDham Yatra Permits:
Pilgrims are required to obtain the necessary permits for visiting Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.

Online Registration: Authorities often facilitate online registration well in advance.

Group Booking: Most travel agencies assist with group registrations and permits.

ID Proofs: Carry valid identification documents such as Aadhar card, Passport, or Voter ID.

Travel Tips for Char Dham

Here are some traveling tips for Char Dham Yatra listed below which one should keep in mind before travelling to Char Dham.

 

  • Carry first aid box and some medicine because the height and bends of Char Dhams can make anyone sick.
  • Take some cash along with your credit or debit card because there is shortage of cash in ATM’s or there is less ATM available.
  • Carry some dry and packaged food which keeps you energized and healthy because the journey to Char Dham is so long.
  • Drinks water regularly to avoid dehydration. It is advisable to drink packaged mineral and warm water.
  • Carry woolen cloths with you because the weather during summer may get warm but the nights get cold.

 

ITINERARY

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Day 1: Arrival in Delhi

Once you reach Delhi Airport, you will be welcomed with garlands. After you will get escorted to the hotel for check-in. You will stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Delhi City Tour

Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of both Old and New Delhi:

  • Visit Lakshmi Narayan Temple with a guided walkthrough.
  • Take a rickshaw ride through the bustling lanes of Old Delhi.
  • Pay homage at Rajghat, Mahatma Gandhi’s cremation site.
  • Visit India Gate, the President’s House, Qutub Minar, and the Lotus Temple (Bhai Temple).
    Return to your hotel. Overnight in Delhi.

Day 3: Delhi to Haridwar (209 km / 5 hrs)

Drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival, check into the hotel. In the evening, visit Har Ki Pauri to witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4: Haridwar to Barkot (177.5 km / 6 hrs)

After breakfast, proceed to Barkot. En route, enjoy scenic views of Mussoorie and the Kempt Falls. On arrival, check into the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 5: Barkot – Yamunotri Dham – Barkot (46.4 km drive and way 6 km trek)

Post breakfast, drive to Janki Chatti, the base for the Yamunotri trek. Begin your 6 km trek to Yamunotri Dham, the origin of River Yamuna.

  • Visit the Yamunotri Temple, take a holy dip, and offer prayers.
  • Return trek to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot. Dinner and overnight stay at Barkot Hotel.

Day 6: Barkot to Uttarkashi (82.3 km / 3 hrs)

Drive to the spiritual town of Uttarkashi. After check-in, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Attend evening Aarti. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 7: Uttarkashi – Gangotri Dham – Uttarkashi (99.7 km / 2.5 hrs- one way)

After breakfast, drive to Gangotri Dham, the origin of the River Ganga.

  • En route, stop at Garam Kund and the charming Harsil Village.
  • At Gangotri, bathe in the sacred river and perform rituals at Gangotri Temple built by Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Return to Uttarkashi. Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 8: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (196 km / 7 hrs)

Today’s drive offers a spectacular journey through the mountains via Devprayag and Rudraprayag. En route, visit the Mandakini River and Narishwar Temple in Guptkashi. Check into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 9: Guptkashi – Kedarnath Dham – Guptkashi (29.4 km  with trek or helicopter)

After breakfast, drive to Gaurikund:

  • By Helicopter: Board from Phata/Sitapur/Sersi/Guptkashi helipad and return post darshan.
  • By Trek: Start the 17 km trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath. After darshan, trek back to Sonprayag and return to Guptkashi. Dinner and overnight stay at Guptkashi.

 

Day 10: Guptkashi to Badrinath (185 km / 7 hrs)

After breakfast, drive to Badrinath, another pillar of the CharDham. Check in upon arrival and relax. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Local Sightseeing at Badrinath 

Begin the day at the Tapt Kundt and then witness darshan at the Badrinath Temple. Check out all the popular places of interests nearby such as Mata Murta Temple, Charanpaduka, Vyas Cave, Mana Village and Bhim Phul. Attend the aarti in the evening and enjoy the divine seting. Stay back overnight at the hotel.

Day 12: Badrinath > Joshimath > Rudraprayag (46 km  plus90 km / 5 hrs in total)

After finishing breakfast check out Joshimath. Its one of the four holy Peeths of Adi Shankaracharya. Check out Narsingh Temple right before visiting Rudraprayag, which is the confluence of Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. Take your dinner and stay overnight at the Rudraprayag Hotel.

Day 13: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh (163 km / 5.5 hrs)

After completing the breakfast, you will visit the beautiful town of Rishikesh. Check out all the main attractions, such as Lakshman Jhula and Ram Jhula. Enjoy the evening and stay overnight at a hotel.

Day 14: Rishikesh to Delhi (163 km / 5.5 hrs)

Drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival, check into the hotel and rest. Overnight stay in Delhi.

Day 15: Delhi Shopping & Leisure

Enjoy a leisurely day shopping at famous Delhi markets such as Connaught Place, Janpath, or Sarojini Nagar. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Day 16: Departure from Delhi

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Delhi Airport for your onward journey—carrying memories of a spiritually enriching and scenic CharDham Yatra.

Note: All lodgings are subject to availability at the moment of booking.

Things Included in the Package:

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast and dinner
  • All transfers, sightseeing, and intercity drives by Crysta SUV
  • Toll taxes, permits, and parking fees
  • Airport transfers and assistance
  • Professional tour guide throughout the journey
  • Helicopter tickets to Kedarnath (Subject to availability) or Dolly to Kedarnath
  • All assistance and emergency support during the Yatra

 

Things Not Included in the Package:

  • Lunches and snacks
  • Monument and temple entry fees
  • Travel insurance and Indian visa
  • Tips, portages, pony/horse charges
  • Any expenses not mentioned in the itinerary

Important Travel Tips

  • Always carry warm woollens, even during summer
  • Keep basic medicines, first-aid, and energy snacks
  • Maintain hydration; drink only bottled or boiled water
  • ATMs are scarce, so carry sufficient cash
  • Online registration and valid ID proof are mandatory for Chardham permits

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