Char Dham Yatra is a holy pilgrimage tour to four of the most revered temples in India, namely Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, and Yamunotri. These temples are located in the picturesque Himalayan state of Uttarakhand and are considered to be the most sacred temples in the Hindu religion. The Char Dham Yatra is believed to cleanse the soul of the devotees and bring them closer to God. The yatra usually takes around 10-12 days to complete and involves a lot of trekking and traveling through challenging mountainous terrain. It is considered to be one of the most spiritually fulfilling and rewarding journeys a person can undertake in their lifetime.
Gangotri Dhaam
Gangotri Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga, located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand in India. The temple is situated on the banks of the holy Bhagirathi River, which is believed to be the source of the holy River Ganges. The temple’s architecture is unique, with a white stone structure and a conical roof. The temple is open to visitors from April to November and attracts a large number of devotees from all over the world. The Gangotri Temple is considered to be one of the four sacred temples that make up the Char Dham Yatra and is an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. The journey to the temple involves trekking through scenic mountains and valleys, which is an adventurous and spiritually fulfilling experience for the devotees.
Badrinath Dhaam
Badrinath Dhaam is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu, located in the scenic Chamoli district of Uttarakhand in India. It is one of the four sacred temples that make up the Char Dham Yatra and is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. The temple is situated on the banks of the holy Alaknanda River, at an altitude of 3,133 meters above sea level. The temple’s architecture is unique, with a conical roof and intricate carvings on its facade. The temple is open to visitors from April to November and attracts a large number of devotees from all over the world. The Badrinath Dhaam is believed to be a source of spiritual energy and is considered to be a gateway to the heavens.
Kedarnath Dhaam
Kedarnath Dhaam is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand in India. It is one of the four sacred temples that make up the Char Dham Yatra and is considered to be one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. The temple is situated on the banks of the holy Mandakini River, at an altitude of 3,583 meters above sea level. The temple’s architecture is unique, with a stone structure and a conical roof. The temple is open to visitors from April to November and attracts a large number of devotees from all over the world. The Kedarnath Dhaam is believed to be a source of spiritual energy and is considered to be one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The journey to the Kedarnath temple involves trekking through scenic mountains and valleys, which is an adventurous and spiritually fulfilling experience for the devotees.
Yamunotri Dhaam
Yamunotri Temple is a sacred Hindu temple situated in the western region of Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand, India. It is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, the daughter of Sun God and the sister of Lord Yama. The temple is located at an altitude of 3,293 meters above sea level and is one of the four shrines that make up the Char Dham Yatra. The temple is situated near the source of River Yamuna, and the holy water of the river is used to prepare the prasad offered to the deity. The temple is accessible by a trek of around 6 km from Janki Chatti or by hiring ponies and palanquins. The natural hot water springs near the temple, called Janki Chatti, are considered to have medicinal properties and are used for treating various ailments. The temple is open for darshan from April to November, and thousands of devotees visit the shrine every year to seek the blessings of the goddess.
A detailed itinerary for the Char Dham Yatra with financial details in INR:
Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar
- Arrival at Haridwar railway station or airport
- Transfer to the hotel
- Take a dip in the holy river Ganges
- Attend the Ganga Aarti at Har ki Pauri in the evening
- Overnight stay in Haridwar
Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot
- After breakfast, drive to Barkot via Mussoorie and Kempty falls
- Enroute visit Yamuna Bridge
- Overnight stay in Barkot
Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri and back to Barkot
- After an early breakfast, drive to Janki Chatti
- Trek to Yamunotri temple and take a holy dip in the hot water spring
- Return to Janki Chatti and then drive back to Barkot
- Overnight stay in Barkot
Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi
- After breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi
- Visit Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple
- Overnight stay in Uttarkashi
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back to Uttarkashi
- After an early breakfast, drive to Gangotri
- Take a dip in the holy river Ganges
- Visit Gangotri temple
- Drive back to Uttarkashi
- Overnight stay in Uttarkashi
Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
- After breakfast, drive to Guptkashi
- Enroute visit Tehri Dam and reach Guptkashi by evening
- Overnight stay in Guptkashi
Day 7: Guptkashi to Kedarnath and back to Guptkashi
- After an early breakfast, drive to Sonprayag
- Trek to Kedarnath temple or take a helicopter ride (optional)
- After darshan, trek back to Sonprayag and drive back to Guptkashi
- Overnight stay in Guptkashi
Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath
- After breakfast, drive to Badrinath
- Visit Narad Kund, Brahma Kapal, and other important places in Badrinath
- Attend the evening aarti at Badrinath temple
- Overnight stay in Badrinath
Day 9: Badrinath to Rudraprayag
- After breakfast, drive to Rudraprayag
- Enroute visit Joshimath and Narsingh temple
- Overnight stay in Rudraprayag
Day 10: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
- After breakfast, drive back to Haridwar
- Enroute visit Rishikesh and Ram Jhula
- Transfer to railway station or airport for departure
Financial Details (in INR):
- The cost of the Char Dham Yatra package starts from around XXXXXXXXX INR per person.
- The package includes transportation, accommodation, meals, and all necessary permits and taxes.
- Helicopter rides to Kedarnath temple are optional and cost extra.
- Personal expenses such as shopping, phone calls, and additional meals are not included in the package.