India · Religious & Spiritual

12-Day Char Dham Yatra from Delhi with Kedarnath and Badrinath

12 Days Round trip from Delhi Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Embark on the sacred Char Dham Yatra covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
  • 02 Trek through scenic Himalayan trails to reach Kedarnath Temple and Yamunotri Temple
  • 03 Take holy dips in thermal springs and sacred rivers at Gangotri and Yamunotri
  • 04 Perform darshan at Badrinath Temple and other revered shrines
  • 05 Witness the spiritual Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

Embark on a spiritually immersive 12-day Char Dham Yatra from Delhi, journeying through the sacred shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Trek scenic Himalayan trails, take holy dips in thermal springs and sacred rivers, and perform darshans at revered temples. Witness the divine Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, explore ancient towns, and experience the essence of devotion, nature, and tradition across Uttarakhand's holiest pilgrimage circuit.

Embark on a spiritually immersive 12-day Char Dham Yatra from Delhi, journeying through the sacred shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Delhi, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Devprayag, Barkot, Rudraprayag, Jyotirmath, Gangotri, Yamunotri
Languages English, Gujarati, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Delhi to Rishikesh and Temple Sightseeing

  • Arrive at Indira Gandhi International Airport in the morning.
  • Depart for Rishikesh.
  • Complete Yatra registration en route.
  • Drive approximately 250 km in 5 to 6 hours.
  • Check in at the hotel upon arrival.
  • Refresh and proceed for sightseeing.
  • Visit local temples and ghats.
  • Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
2
Day 02

Rishikesh to Yamunotri Temple and Barkot

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive 45 km to Jankichatti.
  • Trek 7 km to Yamunotri Temple.
  • Visit the Goddess Yamuna Temple.
  • Take a holy dip in hot springs.
  • Cook rice in the thermal water.
  • Trek back to Jankichatti.
  • Drive to Barkot.
  • Check in at the hotel.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Leisure and Acclimatization in Barkot

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Spend the day at leisure in Barkot.
  • Relax and acclimatize.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.

4
Day 04

Barkot to Uttarkashi and Maneri

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Uttarkashi.
  • Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttarkashi.
  • Explore local temples and ashrams.
  • Continue driving to Maneri.
  • Check in at the hotel.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Gangotri Temple Excursion via Harsil Valley

  • Start an early morning drive to Gangotri Temple via Harsil Valley.
  • Enjoy scenic views of Harsil.
  • Take a holy dip in Garam Kund.
  • Perform pooja and darshan.
  • Return to Maneri.

Enjoy a satvik dinner and overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Maneri to Guptkashi

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Guptkashi.
  • Check in at the hotel upon arrival.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.

7
Day 07

Guptkashi to Kedarnath via Sonprayag and Gaurikund

  • Wake up early and drive to Sonprayag.
  • Continue to Gaurikund by local vehicle at your own cost.
  • Start the trek to Kedarnath Temple.
  • Trek approximately 18 km.
  • Reach Kedarnath base camp by evening.
  • Attend darshan at Kedarnath Temple.

Enjoy dinner and overnight stay.

8
Day 08

Morning Darshan at Kedarnath and Return to Guptkashi

  • Attend morning darshan.
  • Trek back to Gaurikund.
  • Drive to Guptkashi.
  • Check in at the hotel.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

9
Day 09

Guptkashi to Joshimath and Badrinath

  • Have breakfast and check out.
  • Drive via Joshimath.
  • Continue to Badrinath Temple.
  • Check in at the hotel upon arrival.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

10
Day 10

Badrinath Darshan and Drive to Rudraprayag

  • Visit Badrinath Temple for darshan.
  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.
  • Visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Mata Murti Temple.
  • Drive to Rudraprayag via Nandprayag and Karanprayag.
  • Check in at the hotel.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

11
Day 11

Rudraprayag to Haridwar via Devprayag

  • Have breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive to Haridwar.
  • Visit Devprayag Sangam en route.
  • Reach Haridwar by evening.
  • Attend Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri if time permits.

Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

12
Day 12

Haridwar Sightseeing and Delhi Departure

  • Have breakfast and check out.
  • Visit Har Ki Pauri and Brahma Kund.
  • Drive to Delhi.
  • Transfer to Indira Gandhi International Airport for departure.
Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, Badrinath Temple

Where this trip takes you

Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, Badrinath Temple

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Delhi 12 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Enjoy satvik meals as per the package, including daily breakfast and dinner.
  • Stay in twin- or triple-sharing accommodation at the respective hotels.
  • Obtain trip registration and permits as required by local authorities.
  • Experience neat, clean, and hygienic accommodation on a sharing basis.
  • Travel in Urbania, coach, bus, or cab for sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.
  • Cover driver allowance, taxes, and parking charges.
  • Use a private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur for sightseeing.
  • Include transportation fare, tolls, state taxes, and entry charges.
  • Stay in hotels, camps, and resorts throughout the journey.
  • Travel in comfortable air-conditioned tempo travellers, mini buses, or large buses based on group size.
  • Note that air conditioning will not operate in stationary vehicles and during hill drives.
  • Cover all applicable taxes.
  • Include airport transfers.
  • Cover all major sightseeing as per the itinerary.

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fees for sightseeing.
  • Any air tickets or airfares.
  • Extra stay or additional stay due to any reason.
  • Donations at temples.
  • Porter and camera charges.
  • Helicopter, horse, boat, Shikara, or any pony ride.
  • Extra transportation fare.
  • Any meals other than those specified in the included list.
  • Any exigency expenses due to reasons beyond our normal control, or any other item not specified above.
  • Personal equipment like clothes, shoes, daypacks, personal medical kits, etc.
  • Any en-route or personal expenses such as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, tips & gratuities, laundry, etc.
  • Travel insurance covering medical evacuation, hospitalization, air evacuation, baggage insurance, trip cancellation, and any train fare/airfare to/from anywhere.
  • Any other item not specified in 'tour cost includes'.

What to bring

  • Pack a good-quality day pack.
  • Include snacks and dry fruits.
  • Keep a filled water bottle.
  • Include small scissors and a knife.
  • Add waterproof matches and a lighter.
  • Keep safety pins.
  • Include a thermometer.
  • Add dehydration salt (electrolyte) packets.
  • Include neoprene powder and cream.
  • Add heat balm for muscles and joints.
  • Include Vicks inhaler or Vapourub.
  • Pack chopsticks.
  • Bring a camera and film.
  • Include a map.
  • Pack a jumper.
  • Add a sun hat.
  • Include a first aid kit.
  • Pack lightweight rain gear.
  • Keep extra clothes.

Know before you go

  • Char Dham Yatra begins around April each year and continues until October or November. The temples remain closed during winter due to heavy snowfall, making the region inaccessible.
  • Begin physical preparation well in advance.
  • Practice at least 15 minutes of walking or jogging daily.
  • Include stretching and regular exercise in your routine.
  • Focus on improving heart health and leg strength.
  • Follow aerobic activities to build stamina for high-altitude trekking.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
IGI T3 Road, Delhi, India
Tour start
Delhi, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Delhi.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,000.00 — $1,100.00
Double Sharing $1,000.00 — $1,100.00

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