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32 Sour Sankri Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand

Char Dham Yatra 2025-26

Duration
10 Days - 9 Nights
Tour Type

Char Dham Yatra 2025-26

10 Days

Char Dham Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage journey that takes you to the four holy shrines located in the lap of Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand. The journey is believed to be one of the most auspicious and spiritually fulfilling experiences for a Hindu. It is said that visiting the Char Dhams – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, helps one attain moksha or salvation.

The Chota Char Dham Yatra, also known as the mini-char dham yatra, is a smaller circuit in Uttarakhand that includes the four pilgrimage sites of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Each shrine is dedicated to a specific deity and must be visited in the order mentioned.

TREK FEE: ₹ 35,999 (Haridwar to Haridwar) + 5% GST

Cost Includes

  • Book for 5 persons and get a 10% Group Discount on TREK FEE.
  • Inclusions:
  • All meals during the trek. Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek, breakfast packed/hot lunch (depending upon the time you reach a campsite), snacks, dinner along with coffee/tea/soup.
  • Excellent trekking guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge of the trekking trails around.
  • Specialised Cook, Support staff, Porters/Packed Animals for carrying the central logistics of the trek.
  • Stay in tents (3 persons dome or ridge shaped tents) on sharing basis during the trek.
  • Camping equipment like Sleeping bag, Carry mattress, Gaiters, Micro spikes/Crampon. (Bring your own sleeping if you have a high altitude specific personal Sleeping Bag. This is always better for hygienic reasons.)
  • Kitchen tent, dinning tent and toilet tent as required during the trek.
  • All permit fee, camping charges, forest levy required for the trek.
  • Basic Medical & First Aid kit.

Cost Excludes

  • Stay in Haridwar (in case if you reach at Day 0 or plans to stay after trek ends).
  • We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack/Backpack with all your personal belongings. If you want to offload your Rucksack and be carried by our Pack Animal/Porter then you need to pay additional ₹ 2500 for the entire duration of the trek. The Rucksack should not weigh more than 10 Kg.
  • Anything which is NOT mentioned in the “Inclusions” or personal in nature.
  • 10D / 9N
  • 11657 ft
  • Easy, Medium
  • 7.5/10
  • 48 km

Overview

Char Dham Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage journey that takes you to the four holy shrines located in the lap of Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand. The journey is believed to be one of the most auspicious and spiritually fulfilling experiences for a Hindu. It is said that visiting the Char Dhams – Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, helps one attain moksha or salvation.

The Chota Char Dham Yatra, also known as the mini-char dham yatra, is a smaller circuit in Uttarakhand that includes the four pilgrimage sites of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Each shrine is dedicated to a specific deity and must be visited in the order mentioned.

Char Dham Yatra 2023

The journey to the Char Dhams is not just a physical journey but also a spiritual one. The picturesque Himalayan landscapes, the flowing rivers, and the majestic temples offer a truly divine experience that leaves a lasting impression on the pilgrims. Here are four stops of Char Dham:

  • The first stop on the Char Dham Yatra is Yamunotri, which is dedicated to the river goddess Yamuna. The temple is located in the Gharwal region of Uttarakhand and is surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
  • The second stop is Gangotri, dedicated to the goddess Ganga, the most sacred river in India. The temple is located on the banks of the river Bhagirathi and offers a breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas.
  • The third stop is Kedarnath, which is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Kedarnath, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. The temple is located at an altitude of 3,583 meters and is surrounded by the majestic Kedarnath range.
  • The final stop is Badrinath, dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Badrinath, the lord of Badri. The temple is located on the banks of the Alaknanda river and is surrounded by the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges.
Kedarnath

Best time to Visit Char Dham:

The Char Dham Yatra is usually undertaken between April and November. The journey involves a lot of walking, trekking and climbing, and requires a good level of fitness. Pilgrims can choose to undertake the journey on foot, by helicopter or by road.

gangotri

Brief itinerary for Char Dham Yatra:

Day 1: Haridwar to Phoolchatti via Barkot – Drive from Haridwar to Barkot, and then continue to Phoolchatti (approx. 250 km, 10 hours).

Day 2: Phoolchatti to Yamunotri and Return – Trek to Yamunotri (10 km round-trip) from Phoolchatti and return.

Day 3: Phoolchatti to Harsil – Depart from Phoolchatti and reach Harsil (approx. 150 km, 11 hours).

Day 4: Harsil to Gangotri and Uttarkashi – Visit Gangotri and depart for Uttarkashi (approx. 120 km, 10 hours).

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi via Chamba/New Tehri – Travel from Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (approx. 220 km, 11 hours) via Chamba and New Tehri.

Day 6: Guptkashi to Kedarnath via Gaurikund – Travel by bus (35 km) and trek (17 km) to reach Kedarnath.

Day 7: Kedarnath to Tilwara via Gaurikund/Rampur – Trek back to Gaurikund/Rampur (17 km) and then proceed to Tilwara (60 km).

Day 8: Tilwara to Joshimath to Badrinath – Travel to Joshimath (170 km) and then to Badrinath (approx. 160 km).

Day 9: Badrinath to Joshimath to Kaleshwar – Explore Badrinath, visit Mana, reach Joshimath (114 km), and continue to Kaleshwar.

Day 10: Kaleshwar to Kaudiyala to Haridwar – Depart from Kaleshwar, have lunch at Kaudiyala, and reach Haridwar (approx. 230 km, 10 hours).

Note: The distances and time taken are approximate and may vary based on the conditions and mode of transportation.

In conclusion, Char Dham Yatra is a once-in-a-lifetime journey that offers a unique blend of adventure, spirituality, and natural beauty. It is a journey that every Hindu should undertake to seek the blessings of the gods and attain spiritual liberation.

Trip Highlights

  • Duration: The entire Char Dham Yatra can be completed in 10 days / 9 nights.
  • Prerequisite: Prior high altitude trekking experience and good physical fitness are recommended.
  • Grade: The trek is of moderate difficulty.
  • Physicality: The trek requires a moderate level of physical fitness (7/10).
  • Trail Length: The total trail length for the yatra is approximately 800 km.
  • Highest Point: The highest point of the yatra is Kedarnath at an altitude of 3,583 meters.
  • Seasons: The best time to undertake the yatra is between April and November.
  • Further Option: There are additional side trips available, such as Kirti Bamak or Sumeru Bamak, Nandanvan, and Vasuki Tal (difficult grade).
  • Access: The trek starts from Gangotri, which is 245 km from Dehradun.
  • Railway Station: The nearest railway station is Dehradun (Station Code: DDN).
  • Airport: The nearest airport is Jolly Grant in Dehradun, with convenient access from Delhi.

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