12D / 11NChaar Dham Yatra
- —Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath
- —Haridwar Ganga Aarti
- —Devprayag confluence
12 daysBest: May–June, Sep–Oct
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The sacred circuit of the Garhwal Himalaya
Chaar Dham Yatra
A spiritual journey through Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
Introduction
The Chaar Dham Yatra is one of India's most revered pilgrimages, taking devotees through four Himalayan shrines set among glaciers, river sources, and high mountain valleys. We help you plan the route, pace, and stays so you can focus on the journey itself.
The Four Dhams
01
Yamunotri
Source of the Yamuna river and the first shrine on the traditional circuit. Reached by a trek from Janki Chatti, with the hot springs of Surya Kund near the temple.
02
Gangotri
The temple of Goddess Ganga on the banks of the Bhagirathi, surrounded by deodar forests. Gaumukh glacier, the river's source, lies further upstream.
03
Kedarnath
One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, set at the head of the Mandakini valley against the Kedarnath peaks. Reached on foot, by pony, or by helicopter where available.
04
Badrinath
Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and nestled between the Nar and Narayan ranges along the Alaknanda river, with the village of Mana close by.
Pilgrimage routes, shrine opening dates, road conditions, and registration requirements are subject to official updates by the Uttarakhand government and temple authorities. Please verify before travel.
Top Attractions & Experiences
Ganga Aarti at Haridwar
Begin the Yatra with the evening aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
Devprayag
The confluence where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi become the Ganga.
Mana Village
A traditional village near Badrinath, close to the Tibet border.
Guptkashi & Sonprayag
Base towns on the route to Kedarnath.
Suggested Itinerary
Day 1–2
Arrive in Haridwar or Dehradun, transfer to Barkot.
Day 3–4
Yamunotri darshan, then onward to Uttarkashi.
Day 5–6
Gangotri darshan and return to Uttarkashi.
Day 7–9
Drive to Guptkashi, Kedarnath trek and darshan.
Day 10–11
Drive to Badrinath, darshan and Mana village.
Day 12
Return towards Rishikesh or Haridwar.
Travel Tips & Important Information
- —Shrine opening and closing dates are announced each year by the temple authorities.
- —Pilgrim registration may be required by the Uttarakhand government — check official updates before travel.
- —Carry warm layers; temperatures drop sharply at altitude even in summer.
- —Road conditions can change quickly during the monsoon; keep buffer days.
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