char dham yatra trip plan

 Here’s a simple and complete Char Dham Yatra trip plan that covers all the major points — dates, route, itinerary, and useful tips. Ideal for first-time travelers or anyone planning a peaceful pilgrimage to the Himalayan shrines. lets discuss about char dham yatra trip plan


πŸ™ What is Char Dham Yatra?

Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand covers 4 sacred temples:

  • Yamunotri – Origin of River Yamuna

  • Gangotri – Origin of River Ganga

  • Kedarnath – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva

  • Badrinath – Temple of Lord Vishnu


πŸ“… Temple Opening Dates – 2025

  • Yamunotri: 30 April 2025

  • Gangotri: 30 April 2025

  • Kedarnath: 2 May 2025

  • Badrinath: 4 May 2025

Closing dates are around late October/early November (after Diwali).


πŸ—Ί️ Char Dham Yatra Route (From Haridwar/Rishikesh)

Clockwise route:
Haridwar → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar


πŸ—“️ 11–12 Day Trip Itinerary

✅ Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot (185 km)

  • Stay in Barkot

✅ Day 2: Barkot → Janki Chatti → Yamunotri → Back to Barkot

  • 5–6 km trek from Janki Chatti

✅ Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi (100 km)

  • Stay in Uttarkashi

✅ Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri → Return

  • 100 km each side. Ganga aarti and darshan

✅ Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (200 km)

  • Stay in Guptkashi

✅ Day 6: Guptkashi to Kedarnath

  • Drive to Gaurikund + 16 km trek OR take a helicopter

  • Stay at Kedarnath

✅ Day 7: Kedarnath to Guptkashi

  • Return by trek or heli + overnight in Guptkashi

✅ Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath (165 km)

  • Stay in Badrinath

✅ Day 9: Badrinath Darshan + Mana village visit

  • Optional local sightseeing

✅ Day 10: Badrinath to Rudraprayag (160 km)

  • Stay in Rudraprayag

✅ Day 11: Rudraprayag to Haridwar (165 km)

  • End of Yatra


🚁 Helicopter Option (for Kedarnath)

  • Available from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi

  • Advance booking required

  • Best for senior citizens or those who can’t trek


πŸ“Œ Useful Tips

  • 🧳 Pack warm clothes, raincoat, good shoes, medicines

  • πŸͺͺ Registration is mandatory – Use Tourist Care App or register at Haridwar

  • πŸ’ͺ Trekking fitness: Walk daily 2–3 km for a few weeks before yatra

  • 🍲 Vegetarian food is easily available everywhere

  • πŸ•°️ Travel in May–June or Sept–Oct (avoid July–Aug due to rain)


πŸ’° Approx. Cost

  • Budget Yatra: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 (per person)

  • Mid-range: ₹40,000 – ₹50,000

  • With helicopter: ₹55,000 – ₹70,000


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  • Trip plan from Delhi instead of Haridwar

  • Shorter version with only Kedarnath–Badrinath

  • A family-friendly or senior citizen package

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