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
π What is Char Dham Yatra?
Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand covers 4 sacred temples:
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Yamunotri – Origin of River Yamuna
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Gangotri – Origin of River Ganga
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Kedarnath – One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
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Badrinath – Temple of Lord Vishnu
π Temple Opening Dates – 2025
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Yamunotri: 30 April 2025
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Gangotri: 30 April 2025
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Kedarnath: 2 May 2025
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Badrinath: 4 May 2025
Closing dates are around late October/early November (after Diwali).
πΊ️ Char Dham Yatra Route (From Haridwar/Rishikesh)
Clockwise route:
Haridwar → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar
π️ 11–12 Day Trip Itinerary
✅ Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot (185 km)
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Stay in Barkot
✅ Day 2: Barkot → Janki Chatti → Yamunotri → Back to Barkot
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5–6 km trek from Janki Chatti
✅ Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi (100 km)
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Stay in Uttarkashi
✅ Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri → Return
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100 km each side. Ganga aarti and darshan
✅ Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (200 km)
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Stay in Guptkashi
✅ Day 6: Guptkashi to Kedarnath
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Drive to Gaurikund + 16 km trek OR take a helicopter
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Stay at Kedarnath
✅ Day 7: Kedarnath to Guptkashi
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Return by trek or heli + overnight in Guptkashi
✅ Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath (165 km)
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Stay in Badrinath
✅ Day 9: Badrinath Darshan + Mana village visit
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Optional local sightseeing
✅ Day 10: Badrinath to Rudraprayag (160 km)
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Stay in Rudraprayag
✅ Day 11: Rudraprayag to Haridwar (165 km)
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End of Yatra
π Helicopter Option (for Kedarnath)
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Available from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi
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Advance booking required
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Best for senior citizens or those who can’t trek
π Useful Tips
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π§³ Pack warm clothes, raincoat, good shoes, medicines
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πͺͺ Registration is mandatory – Use Tourist Care App or register at Haridwar
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πͺ Trekking fitness: Walk daily 2–3 km for a few weeks before yatra
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π² Vegetarian food is easily available everywhere
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π°️ Travel in May–June or Sept–Oct (avoid July–Aug due to rain)
π° Approx. Cost
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Budget Yatra: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 (per person)
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Mid-range: ₹40,000 – ₹50,000
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With helicopter: ₹55,000 – ₹70,000
Let me know if you want:
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Trip plan from Delhi instead of Haridwar
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Shorter version with only Kedarnath–Badrinath
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A family-friendly or senior citizen package
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