Uttarkashi, Harsil, Gangotri Temple and Mukhba in one plan
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Where the Ganga touched the earth
Gangotri Yatra 2026
The white granite temple of Goddess Ganga, reached by road from Uttarkashi, with Harsil, Mukhba and Gangnani on the way back.
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May to June and September to OctoberBest season
Uttarkashi Harsil Gangotri Temple Mukhba
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Gangotri questions
Is there a trek to Gangotri?
No. Gangotri temple is reached by road. The yatra makes a day trip from Uttarkashi, about 200 km there and back, and stops at Harsil, Mukhba and Gangnani on the return.
Why is Gangotri important?
The 18th century white granite temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and stands near the stone where King Bhagirath worshipped Lord Shiva and the Ganga is believed to have touched the earth. Pilgrims take a snan at Gangotri Ghat, with Ganga Pujan and Aarti.
When does Gangotri open and close in 2026?
Gangotri opened on 19 April 2026 and is expected to close on 10 November 2026; the closing date is tentative. May to June and September to October are the best months.
Can I reach Gangotri by helicopter?
Yes. Helicopters fly from Sahastradhara in Dehradun to Harsil, about 22 km by road from the temple. The Char Dham helicopter yatra uses this route, and a Harsil by Helicopter tour of 2 nights and 3 days starts at ₹32,500 per person.
How do I reach Gangotri from Haridwar?
On the Char Dham road yatra the route runs Haridwar, Barkot (for Yamunotri), then Uttarkashi, about 100 km from Barkot, and a day trip from Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back.
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Tour packages
Gangotri tour packages
Price, days and starting city for each trip. Every plan can be adjusted to your dates.
Char Dham Yatra by Helicopter
5N / 6D Starts from Dehradun By helicopter
₹2,25,000 per person
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Harsil by Helicopter Tour
2N / 3D Starts from Dehradun By helicopter
₹32,500 per person
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Char Dham Yatra from Delhi
11N / 12D Starts from Delhi By road
₹32,300 per person
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Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar
9N / 10D Starts from Haridwar By road
₹26,900 per person
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Guides and ideas
Gangotri travel guides
Practical reads to help you plan your Gangotri trip.
Chardham Yatra
Chardham Yatra by Helicopter: What It Costs and How the Day Works
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Chardham Yatra
Char Dham Yatra 2026: Opening and Closing Dates, and How the Season Works
The temples open on Akshaya Tritiya and close around Diwali. Here are the 2026 dates, why they move every year, and which months are actually comfortable to travel.
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Chardham Yatra
Do Dham or Char Dham: Which Yatra Should You Actually Book?
Four shrines in ten days, or two in six. The honest difference is not devotion — it is driving hours, altitude and how much leave you have.
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Chardham Yatra
Char Dham Yatra 2026 Complete Travel Guide
A practical guide to Char Dham Yatra routes, best season, package options, helicopter choices and planning tips from CareMyTrip.
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