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Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar

Haridwar · Yamunotri · Gangotri · Kedarnath · Badrinath

9N / 10D Haridwar 4.6from ₹26,900 +5% GST
Yamunotri
Yamunotri
Gangotri
Gangotri
Kedarnath
Kedarnath
Badrinath
Badrinath
About this trip

Overview

Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar is a 10-day, 9-night trip from Haridwar covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, priced from ₹26,900 per person plus 5% GST.

Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar is a 10-day, 9-night pilgrimage covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, the four sacred dhams in the Indian Himalayas. Starting from Haridwar, this journey takes you through the beautiful Garhwal mountains, sacred rivers, traditional temples, and scenic Himalayan valleys.

Our chardham yatra tour packages are designed to help pilgrims plan their journey with suitable accommodation, transportation, and a well-organized itinerary. The programme includes an overnight stay at Kedarnath Ji and planned buffer time around the Kedarnath and Badrinath sectors to help manage possible weather or travel delays.

Whether you prefer trekking or wish to explore the helicopter option for Kedarnath, you can discuss the available arrangements with the CareMyTrip team before booking.

9N / 10DDuration
Standard to PremiumHotels
Breakfast and dinner every dayMeals
Custom groupGroup size
Why you will love it

Highlights

Visit all four sacred dhams: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
Overnight stay at Kedarnath Ji with an opportunity for temple darshan and a visit to Bhim Shila.
Experience the spiritual significance of Tapt Kund, Surya Kund, and Gangotri Ghat.
Visit Mana Village, traditionally known as the last Indian village before the Tibet border.
Planned buffer time in the Sitapur and Guptkashi sector for possible weather or helicopter delays.
Overnight stays around Govindghat or Pipalkoti to support gradual acclimatisation before Badrinath.
Enjoy views of the Panch Prayag: Vishnuprayag, Nandprayag, Karnprayag, Rudraprayag, and Devprayag.
Complete the journey with a visit to Rishikesh, including Laxman Jhula, Ram Jhula, and the evening Ganga Aarti, subject to the confirmed schedule.
Day by day

Itinerary

Our Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar is a 10-day, 9-night trip covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. We haven't packed the days too tightly. Some are long drives, some are easy, and there's a spare night after Kedarnath in case the weather plays up. If you're comparing a few Char Dham tour operators, check each day's route and night stop below before you decide.

Where you stay each night
  1. Barkot2 nights
  2. Uttarkashi2 nights
  3. Guptkashi
  4. Kedarnath
  5. Guptkashi
  6. Pipalkoti
  7. As per your confirmed itinerary
Day 1

Haridwar to Barkot via Mussoorie

We pick you up in Haridwar or Dehradun, depending on your package, and head to Barkot.
Haridwar to BarkotAbout 220 km7 to 8 hoursDinnerBarkot / Kharsali

We pick you up in Haridwar or Dehradun, depending on your package, and head to Barkot. If Mussoorie traffic isn't bad, we'll stop briefly at Kempty Falls. In May and June, roads around Mussoorie get jammed so that the driver may take another route. Expect to reach Barkot by evening, check in, have dinner and get an early night.

Day 2

Barkot to Yamunotri and back

We leave early and drive past Hanuman Chatti and Phool Chatti to Janki Chatti.
Barkot to Janki Chatti, then on foot to YamunotriAbout 40 km by road, plus a trek of roughly 5 km each wayBreakfast and dinnerBarkot / Kharsali

We leave early and drive past Hanuman Chatti and Phool Chatti to Janki Chatti. From there, walk about 5 km to Yamunotri Temple, the shrine of Goddess Yamuna. Ponies and palkis are there if you'd rather not walk. After darshan, most people take a dip at Tapt Kund, see Surya Kund and pray at Divya Shila, if time and conditions allow. Then it's back down to Janki Chatti and the drive to Barkot for dinner.

Day 3

Barkot to Uttarkashi or Harsil

Your legs will thank you for this one.
Barkot to UttarkashiAbout 100 kmAround 4 hoursBreakfast and dinnerUttarkashi / Harsil

Your legs will thank you for this one. It's a short drive to Uttarkashi after the Yamunotri walk. If we get in early enough, visit the old Kashi Vishwanath Temple in town. Otherwise, rest and get ready for Gangotri.

Day 4

Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back

We set off early for Gangotri, the temple of Goddess Ganga.
Uttarkashi to Gangotri and returnAbout 200 km round trip5 to 6 hours, depending on the roadBreakfast and dinnerUttarkashi

We set off early for Gangotri, the temple of Goddess Ganga. No trek today; the car goes right up to the town. After darshan, you can sit by the river at Gangotri Ghat for a while. On the way back, we can stop at Harsil, Mukhba, and the hot springs at Gangnani if time allows.

Day 5

Uttarkashi to Guptkashi, Phata or Sitapur

Be ready for a long day in the car.
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi / SitapurAbout 240 km8 to 9 hours, longer in heavy trafficBreakfast and dinnerGuptkashi / Sitapur

Be ready for a long day in the car. We leave right after breakfast because this drive often takes 9 hours or more with traffic and roadworks. Keep snacks and water handy. When we reach Guptkashi or Sitapur, eat early and sleep, since the Kedarnath day starts before sunrise.

Day 6

Sitapur or Phata to Kedarnath by trek or helicopter

Kedarnath day.
Sonprayag / Gaurikund to KedarnathTrek of about 16 to 17 km one way, depending on the current routeAs per your confirmed packageKedarnath

Kedarnath day. If you're walking, we drop you at Sonprayag very early; you take the shared jeep to Gaurikund, and the 16 to 17 km climb starts there. Most people take 6 to 8 hours. Stay up at Kedarnath tonight so you can do darshan without rushing and catch the evening aarti. Don't want to walk? Ponies, palkis and pithus are available at an extra cost. You can also fly by helicopter if tickets are available and the weather is clear. Helicopter tickets aren't included in the package price unless we've confirmed them to you in writing.

Day 7

Kedarnath to Gaurikund, then Guptkashi or Sitapur

Do an early darshan if you can; the queue is shorter.
Kedarnath to Gaurikund / Sonprayag, then on to the base townTrek of about 16 to 17 km downhillBreakfast and dinnerGuptkashi / Sitapur

Do an early darshan if you can; the queue is shorter. Then walk down to Gaurikund and Sonprayag, where the car will take you back to the hotel. We keep this night free on purpose. If rain, a sick day or a helicopter delay holds you up at Kedarnath, the rest of the trip doesn't fall apart. Got time to spare? We can add Triyuginarayan, Chopta or Ukhimath for an extra charge.

Day 8

Guptkashi to Govindghat or Pipalkoti via Chopta and Joshimath

Another long drive, but a pretty one.
Guptkashi to Govindghat / PipalkotiAbout 196 km7 to 8 hoursBreakfast and dinnerPipalkoti / Govindghat / Badrinath, as confirmed

Another long drive, but a pretty one. The road goes via Ukhimath and Chopta, then past Joshimath, depending on which roads are open. We stop for the night at Govindghat or Pipalkoti so the Badrinath leg isn't one exhausting stretch. Extra sightseeing on this day costs extra and depends on your itinerary.

Day 9

Badrinath Temple and Mana Village

Start at Badrinath Temple, the Vishnu shrine on the Alaknanda River.
Badrinath and nearby sightsBreakfast and dinnerAs per your confirmed itinerary

Start at Badrinath Temple, the Vishnu shrine on the Alaknanda River. Most pilgrims bathe at Tapt Kund first; it's hot spring water, so don't worry about the cold. After darshan, we drive 3 km to Mana, the village people call the last one before the Tibet border. If time and weather allow, you can see Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Brahma Kapal. Then it's back to the hotel.

Day 10

Return via the Panch Prayag and Rishikesh

Time to head back.
Badrinath region to Rishikesh and HaridwarDepends on your last overnight stop and the roadBreakfast

Time to head back. The drive down follows the rivers past Karnaprayag, Rudraprayag and Devprayag. At Devprayag, look out for the spot where two rivers of different colours join and become the Ganga. If we're running on time, you can stop at Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula in Rishikesh. We drop you at Haridwar station or Dehradun airport, depending on your booking. Please note: timings, overnight stops, and sightseeing may change due to weather, traffic, road closures, government guidelines, or safety needs.

What is covered

What's included

Two Char Dham yatra tour packages can look the same in price and be very different once you're on the road. Check this list carefully, especially hotels, meals, the car and what you get at Kedarnath.

Included

  • Nine nights in the listed hotels or similar, in your chosen category and room sharing
  • All road transport from Haridwar, as per the programme
  • Pickup from Haridwar or Delhi, where included in your booking
  • Breakfast and dinner every day
  • Basic dormitory stays at Kedarnath
  • Point-to-point sightseeing as per the itinerary and time available
  • Toll taxes, parking fees and driver allowances
  • Arrival assistance and vehicle coordination
  • A dedicated support contact throughout your trip

Not included

  • 5% GST
  • Domestic or international air and rail tickets
  • Kedarnath helicopter tickets
  • Pony, palki, porter and ropeway charges
  • Optional excursions to Chopta, Mana and Triyuginarayan
  • Meals other than those listed
  • Table drinks, laundry, tips and camera fees
  • Entry fees at sightseeing spots, unless stated
  • Travel, accident, life or medical insurance
  • Personal expenses, and costs arising from bad weather, road closures or landslides
  • Any service not listed under inclusions
Where you stay

Hotels

Your hotels depend on the category you pick, your dates, how many of you are travelling and what's free that week. CareMyTrip has four levels: Standard, Deluxe, Luxury and Premium. Below are the Standard options. Ask us which hotels you'll actually get before you pay, so there are no surprises.

CityHotelNights
Barkot / KharsaliHotel Heaven Hills / Raturi Annexe / Hotel Trishul / Similar2
Uttarkashi / HarsilHotel Inder Palace / Hotel Jeet Palace / Similar2
Guptkashi / Phata / SitapurHotel Arvi / Giriraj Resort / Kedar Palace / Similar2
KedarnathBasic Dormitory1
Govindghat / Pipalkoti / Joshimath / RudraprayagHotel Jaydeep / Ashish / Kushal / Hotel Nanda / Similar1
BadrinathHotel Kanchanroop / Maa Urvashi / Kalash / Similar1

Meal plan at every stay: Breakfast and Dinner. Hotels are confirmed at booking and are subject to availability. An unavailable hotel is replaced with one of a similar category.

What it costs

Rates

The price depends mostly on two things: how many of you share the car, and which hotel category you choose. Bigger groups pay less per head. Here are the per-person rates for each combination. Use these as a guide, and confirm your final Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar price with us before paying anything.

Price per person
Group sizeStandardDeluxeMost popularLuxuryPremium
02 Pax1 x Swift Dzire₹39,900₹47,400₹59,500
04 Pax1 x Swift Dzire₹29,400₹36,900₹48,900
06 Pax1 x Innova Crysta₹31,900₹39,300₹51,400
08 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller₹30,900₹38,400₹50,400
10 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller₹28,500₹35,900₹48,000
12 Pax1 x Tempo Traveller₹26,900Starting price₹34,400₹46,400

Rates can change with season and availability, so check with us before booking.

Before you book

Booking terms

Planning a Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar? Please read the payment and cancellation terms below before you confirm. Comparing these terms across operators tells you far more than comparing prices alone.

Payment schedule

  • When you book: 25% of the package cost
  • 30 days or more before departure: 50%
  • 15 days or more before departure: the final 25%
  • The full amount has to be paid before the trip begins.
  • We confirm your booking as soon as the advance reaches us.

Cancellation policy

  • 30 days or more before arrival: 90% of the booking amount refunded
  • 25 to 29 days before arrival: 70% refunded
  • 20 to 24 days before arrival: 50% refunded
  • 10 to 19 days before arrival: 25% refunded
  • Within 9 days of arrival: no refund

Important notes

  • No AC in the hills. AC on the plains only with written confirmation.
  • Kedarnath helicopter tickets are not included unless confirmed separately.
  • Ponies, palkis, porters and other local services are extra unless mentioned.
  • Optional sightseeing may come at an extra cost.
  • Hotels are subject to availability and may be replaced with a similar hotel of the same category.
Plan your yatra

Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar: Planning Guide

Before you book your Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar, sort out a few basics. Find out when the temples open that year and do the compulsory yatra registration. Keep an eye on the weather and road updates closer to your date. And whichever Char Dham yatra tour package you pick, write down every extra cost.

How to reach Haridwar

  • By road: Haridwar is well connected by highway to Delhi and other major cities.
  • By train: Haridwar Junction has direct trains from most major stations in India.
  • By air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport, about an hour's drive away.

The trip starts in Haridwar or Dehradun, as per your booking. Coming from Delhi? We can pick you up and drop you back for an extra charge. We can also book a hotel for the night before you leave if you're arriving late.

Haridwar, Delhi or Helicopter: Which Package Is Right for You?

Every pilgrim's Char Dham looks a little different. Some have two weeks and love the road. Others have five days and a parent who can't sit in a car for nine hours. Start with where you're coming from and how much time you have, and the right package usually picks itself.

PackageDurationStarting priceWho it suits
Char Dham from Haridwar9N / 10D₹26,900Pilgrims who enjoy the road journey
Char Dham from Delhi11N / 12D₹32,300Travellers who want to be picked up and dropped in Delhi
Char Dham by helicopter5N / 6DOn requestThose with little time, or who want to skip the long drives
Do Dham from Haridwar5N / 6D₹17,900Pilgrims going to Kedarnath and Badrinath only

GST is extra, and prices may change. The package page always has the current rate and full inclusions.

Picking Your Hotel Category and Group Size

Before you book with anyone, ask four questions. Which hotels exactly? Which car? What isn't included? What happens if I cancel? An operator who answers all four clearly, in writing, is usually one you can trust.

Deluxe is the category most people end up choosing. The rooms are comfortable without the price climbing too high. Whichever category you book, though, your night at Kedarnath will be in a basic dormitory. Nothing fancier exists up there.

Your group size decides the car. Two to four people travel in a Swift Dzire, six in an Innova Crysta, and larger groups in a Tempo Traveller. The per-person cost depends on the car, the number of travellers, your hotel category and the dates you go.

When Should You Go?

The temples open in late April or May and shut for winter around October or November. Priests fix the dates each year by the Hindu calendar, so they move slightly from one season to the next.

May and June bring the best weather and the biggest crowds. September and early October are a hidden gem. The rain has cleared, the views are sharp and the queues are shorter. July and August are the monsoon. Landslides and road blocks are a real risk then, so only go if your dates are flexible.

Check the official opening dates, registration rules and weather before you finalise anything.

Things to Do Before You Book

  • Get the itinerary, inclusions and support details in writing, and read them properly.
  • Register on the Uttarakhand government yatra portal, and keep a valid photo ID with you.
  • Prepare for Kedarnath. The trek is 16 to 17 km each way on the current route.
  • Set aside a budget for GST, pony or palki hire, entry tickets and optional trips.
  • Pack proper woollens. Nights at Kedarnath and Badrinath are cold even in June.
  • Don't expect AC in the hills. On the plains, AC is only provided if we confirm it in writing.
  • Build in some breathing room. Weather and road closures can shift the plan.

Why Travel with CareMyTrip?

If you're looking for the best tour operator for the Char Dham yatra, judge every company on the same things. Is the pricing honest? Are the hotels as described? Is the car reliable? Does someone pick up the phone when a road closes? We're happy to be measured on all of it, so put our Char Dham yatra tour packages next to anyone else's and compare.

Our itinerary takes you to all four dhams with hotels, meals and transport sorted. We also keep an extra night free around Kedarnath, because that's where the weather tends to throw plans off.

Before you pay, go through the final inclusions, hotel category, group price, payment dates and cancellation rules. No surprises later.

Start Planning with CareMyTrip

Ready to plan your Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar? Call or message us with your dates, the number of travellers, your hotel preference and how you'd like to travel. We'll recommend the Char Dham yatra tour package that fits best, and you can take your time comparing before you decide.

From Haridwar or Dehradun, we take care of your hotels, meals, transport and all four dham visits, exactly as your confirmed package says. All you need to bring is your faith.

Common questions

FAQs

How many days is the Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar?

It is a 10-day, 9-night trip covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. It includes an overnight stay at Kedarnath Ji and a spare night after Kedarnath in case the weather plays up.

What does the Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar cost?

The starting price is ₹26,900 per person + 5% GST, for 12 travellers in Standard hotels sharing a Tempo Traveller. Two travellers in a Swift Dzire pay ₹39,900 per person in Standard, ₹42,400 in Deluxe, ₹47,400 in Luxury and ₹59,500 in Premium. Bigger groups pay less per head. Rates can change with season and availability, so check with us before booking.

Which car will we travel in?

Your group size decides the car. Two to four people travel in a Swift Dzire, six in an Innova Crysta, and larger groups in a Tempo Traveller.

How long is the Kedarnath trek, and is the helicopter included?

The trek is 16 to 17 km each way on the current route, starting at Gaurikund, and most people take 6 to 8 hours to walk up. Ponies, palkis and pithus are available at an extra cost. Kedarnath helicopter tickets aren't included in the package price unless we've confirmed them to you in writing.

Where do we stay at Kedarnath?

In a basic dormitory, whichever hotel category you book. Nothing fancier exists up there.

Where does the trip start and end?

The trip starts in Haridwar or Dehradun, as per your booking, and we drop you at Haridwar station or Dehradun airport at the end. Coming from Delhi? We can pick you up and drop you back for an extra charge.

When is the best time for the Char Dham Yatra?

The temples open in late April or May and shut for winter around October or November. May and June bring the best weather and the biggest crowds. September and early October have clear views and shorter queues. July and August are the monsoon, with a real risk of landslides and road blocks.

Is GST included in the price?

No. 5% GST is extra, as are pony, palki, porter and ropeway charges, Kedarnath helicopter tickets, entry fees and optional excursions to Chopta, Mana and Triyuginarayan.

What is the payment schedule?

25% of the package cost when you book, 50% 30 days or more before departure, and the final 25% 15 days or more before departure. The full amount has to be paid before the trip begins.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancelling 30 days or more before arrival refunds 90% of the booking amount, 25 to 29 days 70%, 20 to 24 days 50% and 10 to 19 days 25%. Within 9 days of arrival there is no refund. Cancellations must reach us in writing or by email.

Is the car air-conditioned?

No AC in the hills. On the plains, AC is only provided if we confirm it in writing.

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