Tour Route
Haridwar Barkot (Yamunotri) Uttarkashi (Gangotri) Guptkashi / Sonprayag (Kedarnath) Badrinath Dham Rudraprayag / Rishikesh Haridwar
Tour Overview
The Char Dham Yatra in the divine Garhwal Himalayas is widely revered as the pinnacle of Hindu spiritual journeys. Covering the four holy abodes — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — this 11 Nights / 12 Days sacred circuit cleanses the soul and paves the path to eternal liberation (Moksha).
Our all-inclusive pilgrimage is specifically designed for families and senior citizens, offering comfortable sanitized AC transport, verified clean hotel stays with hot water and heaters, 100% pure Satvik vegetarian food (Jain food on request), priority darshan guidance, bio-metric registration help, and dedicated helicopter/palki/pony coordination.
100% Verified Pilgrimage & Satvik Logistics
We guarantee a hassle-free, deeply enriching spiritual journey. Our packages feature verified clean hotels with hot water, 100% pure vegetarian Satvik meals (Jain food available on prior request), biometric yatra registration support, VIP Darshan guidance, and dedicated senior citizen care throughout.
Tour Highlights
- Complete holy circuit covering all 4 sacred Himalayan Dhams in traditional clockwise order.
- Dip in holy Tapt Kund and divine morning darshan of Lord Badri Vishal at Badrinath.
- Special darshan and Pooja assistance at the sacred Kedarnath Jyotirlinga shrine.
- Holy bath in Surya Kund at Yamunotri and Prasad cooking in natural thermal hot springs.
- Holy Bhagirathi River Puja and Darshan of Maa Ganga Temple at Gangotri Dham.
- Witness the spellbinding Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri Haridwar and Triveni Ghat Rishikesh.
Day-wise Itinerary
Meet our representative upon arrival at Haridwar Railway Station or Dehradun Airport. Board your comfortable private vehicle and proceed towards Barkot via Mussoorie and Kempty Falls. On arrival, check in at your hotel/camp. Evening at leisure to acclimatize. Enjoy a warm Satvik dinner and overnight stay in Barkot.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Kempty Falls Mussoorie
- Yamuna Valley Scenic Drive
- Barkot Apple Orchards
Early morning drive to Janki Chatti. Begin your 6 km trek/pony ride to Yamunotri Dham. Take a holy bath in Jamunabai Kund / Surya Kund, cook rice in the natural hot springs as Prasad, and seek blessings of Goddess Yamuna. Return back to Janki Chatti and drive to Barkot for overnight stay.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Yamunotri Temple
- Surya Kund Thermal Spring
- Divya Shila Puja
- Janki Chatti Trek Base
After a wholesome breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi nestled on the banks of River Bhagirathi. In the evening, visit the historic Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Shakti Temple (featuring the massive divine brass trident). Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Uttarkashi Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Shakti Temple (Divya Trishul)
- Bhagirathi River Ghat
Early morning drive through the picturesque Harsil Valley to Gangotri Dham (3,048 m). Take a holy dip in the sacred Bhagirathi River and offer prayers at the 18th-century Maa Ganga Temple built by Amar Singh Thapa. Visit Bhagirath Shila and return to Uttarkashi for night stay.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Gangotri Temple
- Bhagirath Shila
- Harsil Apple Valley
- Submerged Shivling (seasonal)
Depart for Guptkashi / Sitapur via the scenic Mandakini and Alaknanda river valley, passing through Tilwara and Kund. En route, admire the heritage temples of Rudraprayag. Arrive in Guptkashi, complete medical & biometric check-in formalities. Overnight stay in Guptkashi/Sitapur.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Guptkashi Vishwanath Temple
- Manikarnika Kund
- Mandakini River Valley
Early morning transfer to Sonprayag/Gaurikund for the 16 km holy trek to Kedarnath, or board your pre-booked Helicopter from Phata/Sersi/Guptkashi. Arrive at Kedarnath Top, check in at the guest house/camp. Attend the divine evening Aarti at Kedarnath Temple amidst chanting of Har Har Mahadev. Overnight stay at Kedarnath.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Kedarnath Temple Top Darshan
- Bhairavnath Mandir
- Evening Maha Aarti
- Gaurikund Hot Spring
Witness the divine morning Abhishek puja of Lord Kedarnath with glowing golden sunrise on Kedarnath and Kedar Dome peaks. After holy darshan, trek down to Gaurikund or fly back via helicopter. Our driver will receive you at Sonprayag/helipad and transfer you to hotel in Guptkashi. Dinner and overnight stay.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Morning Kedarnath Abhishek
- Triyuginarayan Temple (Optional)
- Guptkashi Relaxation
Proceed on a scenic mountain drive to Shri Badrinath Dham via Chopta and Joshimath. Witness the majestic Nar-Narayan peaks guarding the holy shrine. Check in at hotel in Badrinath. Evening visit to the temple for Aarti and holy dip in natural sulphur spring Tapt Kund. Overnight stay in Badrinath.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Chopta Valley Views
- Joshimath Narsingh Temple
- Badrinath Evening Aarti
- Tapt Kund Hot Springs
Early morning Maha Abhishek darshan of Lord Badri Vishal. After breakfast, visit Mana Village — India's first border village. Explore Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Pul, and origin of Saraswati River. Afternoon drive to Pipalkoti / Joshimath for night stay.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Badrinath Maha Abhishek
- Mana Village (First Village of India)
- Vyas Gufa & Bhim Pul
- Saraswati River Origin
Drive downstream along the Alaknanda River. En route, witness the sacred river confluences (Panch Prayags) — Vishnuprayag, Nandprayag, and Karnaprayag (confluence of Alaknanda and Pindar rivers). Arrive in Rudraprayag / Srinagar Garhwal. Dinner and overnight stay.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Karnaprayag Sangam
- Nandprayag Sangam
- Rudraprayag Alaknanda-Mandakini Sangam
Drive towards Rishikesh. En route, stop at Devprayag to witness the divine confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda forming the holy Holy Ganga. In Rishikesh, visit Ram Jhula, Laxman Jhula area, and Parmarth Niketan. Proceed to Haridwar to attend the world-famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri. Overnight in Haridwar.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Devprayag Sangam
- Ram Jhula & Gita Bhawan
- Parmarth Niketan Rishikesh
- Har Ki Pauri Evening Ganga Aarti
Morning visit to Mansa Devi and Chandi Devi temples via ropeway (Udan Khatola). After breakfast, transfer to Haridwar Railway Station / Dehradun Airport / Delhi for your onward journey home with divine blessings of Char Dham.
Key Highlights & Temples:
- Mansa Devi Temple
- Chandi Devi Temple
- Daksh Prajapati Temple
- Departure Transfer
Package Inclusions
- 11 Nights accommodation in verified comfortable hotels and guest houses
- Daily pure Satvik Breakfast and Dinner (Jain meals available)
- All transfers and sightseeing by private dedicated sanitized vehicle (Innova / Tempo Traveller)
- Biometric Yatra Registration assistance and mandatory e-pass management
- Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking fees, and state entry permits
- Helicopter / Palki / Pony booking assistance for Kedarnath & Yamunotri
- 24x7 dedicated on-call pilgrimage support and trip coordination
Package Exclusions
- Helicopter tickets, pony/palki charges, or porter charges
- Special VIP Darshan / Puja receipts issued by temple trusts
- Lunch, extra beverages, and personal laundry/telephone expenses
- Travel and medical insurance (Highly recommended for high altitude)
- Any cost arising due to unforeseen landslides, weather delays, or road closures
Frequently Asked Questions
The Char Dham temples open on Akshaya Tritiya (April/May) and close after Diwali (October/November). The best months are May to June and September to October when the weather is clear and pleasant.
Yes, Uttarakhand government requires mandatory registration for all pilgrims. The Holiday Trips handles the registration and e-pass clearance seamlessly for all our booked guests.
Yes, 100%. All meals included in the package are strictly pure vegetarian without onion/garlic on request. Clean drinking water and hygienic food are our top priorities.
Yes! We specialize in senior-citizen friendly tours with relaxed driving schedules, ground floor / lift hotel rooms, and complete assistance with helicopters, palkis, and ponies for Kedarnath and Yamunotri.
