Overview
A Char Dham trip is a spiritual and adventurous journey to some of the most sacred places in the Indian Himalayas. The Char Dham, which means “Four Abodes,” refers to four important pilgrimage sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Each site holds immense religious significance and offers stunning natural beauty
Highlights
- Char Dham is located entirely in the Himalayas of Uttarakhand
- Yamunotri - source of the Yamuna River and dedicated to the goddess Yamuna
- Gangotri - source of the Ganges River and dedicated to the goddess Ganga
- Kedarnath - enshrines Lord Shiva
- Badrinath - same as the original Char Dham
Itinerary
Pickup from your destination and then check out from Haridwar and proceed to Barkot.
En-route, you can halt for some time at Mussoorie and empty Falls.
Later, proceed to Barkot. On arrival, check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Barkot.
Morning: Have breakfast and drive to Janki Chatti.
Mid-morning: Start a 6 km trek to Yamunotri Dham.
Afternoon: Visit the Yamunotri Temple and seek blessings.
Late afternoon: Trek back to Janki Chatti.
Evening: Drive back to Barkot for dinner and overnight stay.
Have breakfast.
Drive to Uttarkashi.
Check in to the hotel upon arrival.
Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple in the evening.
Enjoy dinner and stay overnight at the hotel.
Early breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Gangotri.
Take a holy dip in the Ganges.
Visit Gangotri Temple for prayers.
Drive back to Uttarkashi.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
After early breakfast, we will proceed to Guptkashi/Sersi.
Lunch on the way.
Arrival and check in to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Guptkashi Shiva Temple/Sersi.
Start driving to Gaurikund at 5:30 a.m.
Stop at Sonprayag (6 km before Gaurikund).
Hire a local vehicle at Sonprayag to reach Gaurikund.
Hike or rent a pony/doli to reach Kedarnath from Gaurikund (well-defined path).
Check in to your hotel/camp at Kedarnath and relax.
Trace your steps back and return to Sonprayag.
Drive back to Sitapur/Guptkashi.
Relax into the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at Guptkashi/Sersi.
After an early breakfast, we proceed to Badrinath. We halt for some time en route at Chopta.
Chopta is popularly called the “Switzerland of India” and is known for the Tungnath Temple.
You can enjoy a splendid view of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks from here.
Enjoy the beautiful drive through the medicinal forest when you arrive at Badrinath, check in to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay at Joshimath.
Get up early in the morning and see the beauty of the majestic Neel Khant Peak.
The devotees take a holy dip here before taking darshan of the Badrinath Temple.
Have your breakfast and then drive to Mana Village.
This is the first village on the Indo-China border.
Later return drive to Rudraprayag.
On arrival check in hotel.
Dinner & overnight stay at Pipalkoti
Breakfast at hotel today at leisure check out and drive to Rishikesh/Haridwar.
The river is considered holy, and the city is renowned as a center for studying yoga and meditation.
Temples and ashrams (centers for spiritual studies) line the eastern bank around Swarg Ashram, a traffic-free, alcohol-free, and vegetarian enclave upstream from Rishikesh town.
Includes/Excludes
Inclusions
- Defined sightseeing
- Breakfast/dinner (except Kedarnath Ji)
- 2 nights of stay in a standard hotel
- 1 night stay in camps at Kedarnath
- Tempo traveler/SUV/car (as per requirement)
- Driver's tips
- Toll & state taxes
Exclusions
- Charges for early check-in & check-out at hotel
- Additional activities
- Lunch & snacks
- Monuments entrance fees during sightseeing
- Camera charges/rides etc.
- Any other item not specified in the package inclusions
- 5% Goods & Services Tax (GST)
FAQs
The Char Dham refers to four sacred pilgrimage sites in the Indian Himalayas: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Each site holds significant religious importance in Hinduism.
The best time to visit the Char Dham is from late April to early November. The temples are open during these months, and weather conditions are generally favorable. The Char Dham pilgrimage is closed during the winter months due to heavy snowfall.
A complete Char Dham trip typically takes about 10-12 days, depending on your pace, travel arrangements, and the time spent at each site.
A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended, especially for the trek to Kedarnath. Regular walking or hiking practice can help prepare your body for the journey.
Yes, accommodation is available at both locations, ranging from basic guesthouses to more comfortable hotels. It is advisable to book your stay in advance, especially during the peak season.
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Travel Essentials
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- A rucksack bag and a day pack
- 3-litre water bladder or water bottle
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- A sun cap and a woolen cap
- UV protected sunglasses
- One cotton long sleeves and 2 short sleeve t-shirt