Chandradham Yatra (Kedarnath-
Badrinath-Yamunotri-Gangaotri) 11 night 12 days package
Starting from Bangalore
₹43,999/- per person
12 days 11 night
Overview:This itinerary covers the sacred Char Dham Yatra, visiting Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath, with comfortable travel and accommodation arrangements.
Itinerary :
Day 01 : Delhi to Haridwar (Approx. 220 km / 6-7 Hours)
- Morning: Departure from Delhi NCR as per your preferred time.
- Afternoon/Evening: Arrival in Haridwar. Check-in to your hotel.
- Evening: Attend the famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
- Overnight:Stay in Haridwar.
Day 02 : Haridwar to Barkot (Approx. 200 km / 7-8 Hours)
- Morning: After breakfast, proceed to Barkot.
- Afternoon/Evening:Scenic drive through the Himalayan foothills. Check-in to your hotel in Barkot.
- Overnight:Stay in Barkot.
Day 03 : Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot (Approx. 42 km Drive + 6 km Trek One Way)
- Morning: Drive to Janki Chatti (starting point of the Yamunotri trek).
- Trek/Pony/Palanquin: Trek 6 km to Yamunotri Temple. (Options for ponies or palanquins are available).
- Darshan:Visit the Yamunotri Temple and offer prayers at the origin of the Yamuna River.
- Return:Trek back to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot.
- Overnight:Stay in Barkot.
Day 04 : Barkot - Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km / 4-5 Hours)
- Morning: After breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi.
- Afternoon:Visit the Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi.
- Evening: Explore the local market.
- Overnight:Stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 05 : Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km / 3-4 Hours One Way)
- Morning: Drive to Gangotri.
- Darshan:Visit the Gangotri Temple, the origin of the holy Ganges River.
- Afternoon:Explore the surroundings.
- Evening: Drive back to Uttarkashi.
- Overnight:Stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 06 : Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (Approx. 220 km / 8-9 Hours)
- Morning:After breakfast, proceed to Guptkashi.
- Afternoon/Evening:Scenic drive through the mountains. Check-in to your hotel.
- Overnight:Stay in Guptkashi.
Day 07 : Guptkashi - Kedarnath (Approx. 30 km Drive + 16 km Trek One Way)
- Morning: Drive to Sonprayag.
- Trek/Pony/Palanquin/Helicopter:/ Trek 16 km to Kedarnath Temple. (Options for ponies, palanquins, or helicopter services are available).
- Darshan: Visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.
- Overnight:Stay in Kedarnath (basic accommodation).
Day 08 : Kedarnath - Guptkashi (16 km Trek + 30 km Drive)
- Morning:Attend the morning Aarti at Kedarnath Temple.
- Trek/Pony/Palanquin/Helicopter:Trek back to Sonprayag.
- Overnight:Stay in Guptkashi.
Day 09 : Guptkashi to Badrinath (Approx. 200 km / 8-9 Hours)
- Morning: After breakfast, proceed to Badrinath.
- Afternoon/Evening:Check-in to your hotel. Visit the Badrinath Temple.
- Evening:Attend the evening Aarti.
- Overnight:Stay in Badrinath.
Day 10 : Badrinath - Joshimath - Rudraprayag (Approx. 160 km / 6-7 Hours)
- Morning:Visit the Badrinath Temple again.
- Visit:Visit Mana Village (the last Indian village near the Indo-China border) and other nearby attractions like Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa
- Drive:Drive to Joshimath and visit Narsingh Temple. Proceed to Rudraprayag.
- Overnight:Stay in Rudraprayag.
Day 11 : Rudraprayag to Rishikesh (Approx. 140 km / 5-6 Hours)
- Morning:After breakfast, drive to Rishikesh..
- AfternoonVisit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula, and Parmarth Niketan.
- Evening:Attend the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
- Overnight:Stay in Rishikesh.
Day 12 : Rishikesh to Delhi (Approx. 240 km / 6-7 Hours)
- Morning: After breakfast, drive back to Delhi.
- Evening: Arrival in Delhi NCR.
Char Dham Yatra by helicopter significantly reduces travel time, allowing for a more comfortable and efficient pilgrimage. Here's a general itinerary outline, keeping in mind that specific schedules can vary between tour operators:
Key Considerations for Helicopter Yatras:
- Departure Point:
Most helicopter yatras originate from Dehradun (Sahastradhara Helipad).
- Weather Dependence:
oHelicopter operations are highly dependent on weather conditions. Be prepared for potential delays.
- Altitude and Health:
The Char Dham sites are at high altitudes. Acclimatization is still important, even with helicopter travel
- Weight Restrictions:
Helicopter flights have strict weight limitations for passengers and luggage.
- Accommodation:
Packages typically include comfortable accommodations and meals.
- VIP Darshan
oMany helicopter packages offer priority or VIP darshan at the temples
Here's a general outline of a Char Dham Yatra by helicopter:
- Day 1: Arrival in Dehradun
- Arrival at Dehradun Airport or Railway Station.
- Transfer to hotel.
- Tour briefing
- Overnight stay in Dehradun
- Day 2: Yamunotri - Gangotri
- Fly from Kharsali to Harsil (Gangotri).
- Drive to Gangotri Temple.
- Darshan at Gangotri Temple.
- Overnight stay in Harsil.
- Day 4: Gangotri - Kedarnath
- Fly from Harsil to Guptkashi/Phata/Sersi.
- Shuttle helicopter to Kedarnath
- Darshan at Kedarnath Temple.
- Overnight stay at Guptkashi/Phata/Sersi.
- Day 5: Kedarnath - Badrinath
- Fly from Guptkashi/Phata/Sersi to Badrinath.
- Darshan at Badrinath Temple.
- Visit Mana Village (if time permits).
- Overnight stay in Badrinath.
- Day 6: Badrinath - Dehradun
- Fly from Badrinath back to Dehradun.
- Departure from Dehradun