Overview
Your Itinerary
Yamunotri Temple:Β Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and is located near the source of the Yamuna River in Uttarakhand. It is surrounded by natural hot water springs, the most famous being Surya Kund, where pilgrims prepare prasad. The temple marks thebeginning of the Char Dham Yatra. Devotees believe that worship here protects them from untimely death. The serene Himalayan surroundings add to its spiritual importance.
Gangotri Temple:Β Gangotri Temple is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and represents the spiritual origin of the holy River Ganga. Although the actual source of the river is the Gaumukh Glacier, the temple holds great religious significance. It was constructed by General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th century. Gangotri is the second stop of the Char Dham Yatra. The temple is set amidst breathtaking Himalayan landscapes.
Kedarnath Temple: Kedarnath Temple is one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva and is among the twelve Jyotirlingas. It is located near the Mandakini River in the Garhwal Himalayas.According to legend, the temple was built by the Pandavas. The shrine remains open only for a few months due to heavy snowfall. Kedarnath is known for its powerful spiritual energy and majestic surroundings.
Badrinath Temple:Β Badrinath Temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, worshipped here as Badri Narayan. It is situated on the banks of the Alaknanda River between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges. The temple is one of the 108 Divya Desams of Vaishnavism. It is the final destination of the Char Dham Yatra. Badrinath holds immense religious and cultural importance for devotees.
Tunganath Temple:Β Tungnath Temple is the highest Shiva temple in the world and is part of the Panch Kedar. Located at a high altitude, it is reached through a scenic trek. According to mythology, Lord Shivaβs arms appeared at this site. The temple offers a peaceful atmosphere surrounded by snow-clad peaks. Tungnath is especially popular among both pilgrims and trekkers.
β Day 1 | 9 May: Pune/Mumbai β Delhi/Haridwar
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Travel day by train.
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No meals mentioned.
β Day 2 | 10 May: Haridwar / Rishikesh
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Evening: Ganga Aarti at Haridwar.
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Overnight stay in Haridwar/Rishikesh.
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Meal: Dinner
β Day 3 | 11 May: Haridwar/Rishikesh β Barkot (~180 km, 6β7 hrs)
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Optional stop: Mussoorie / Kempty Falls.
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Overnight stay at Barkot/Janki Chatti.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 4 | 12 May: Barkot β Yamunotri β Barkot
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Drive to Janki Chatti (~45 km).
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Trek 6 km one way to Yamunotri Temple.
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Visit: Surya Kund (hot springs).
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Return trek β drive back to Barkot.
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Overnight stay: Barkot
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 5 | 13 May: Barkot β Uttarkashi (~100 km, 4 hrs)
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Visit: Vishwanath Temple, Bhagirathi River.
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Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 6 | 14 May: Uttarkashi β Gangotri β Uttarkashi (~100 km one way)
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Visit Gangotri Temple, origin of Bhagirathi River.
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Return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 7 | 15 May: Uttarkashi β Sonprayag/Guptkashi (~220 km, 8β9 hrs)
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Scenic drive via Tehri Dam and mountainous roads.
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Overnight stay at Guptkashi/Phata.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 8 | 16 May: Sonprayag β Kedarnath
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Drive to Gaurikund (base).
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Trek 22 km one way to Kedarnath Temple.
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Evening darshan: Kedarnath Jyotirlinga & Kalbhairav.
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Overnight stay near Kedarnath.
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Meal: Dinner
β Day 9 | 17 May: Kedarnath β Sonprayag
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Early morning darshan if missed previous evening.
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Trek back 22 km β Gaurikund.
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Drive to Sonprayag/Guptkashi for overnight stay.
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Meal: Dinner
β Day 10 | 18 May: Guptkashi β Tungnath β Chopta (~70 km)
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Trek 4 km to Tungnath Temple (highest Shiva temple).
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Optional: 1.5 km trek to Chandrashila Peak (360Β° Himalaya view).
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Overnight stay at Chopta.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 11 | 19 May: Chopta β Badrinath (~172 km, 6β7 hrs)
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Visit Badrinath Temple, explore Mana Village.
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Overnight stay at Badrinath.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 12 | 20 May: Badrinath β Srinagar (UK, not Kashmir) (~180 km, 6β7 hrs)
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Overnight stay at Srinagar.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 13 | 21 May: Srinagar β Haridwar (~130 km, 3β4 hrs)
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Check-in hotel at Haridwar, rest.
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Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
β Day 14 | 22 May: Haridwar β Delhi β Pune / Mumbai
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Morning drive/ train.
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Meal: Breakfast
β Day 15 | 23 May: Arrival Pune / Mumbai
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End of Yatra π
BatChes
π Date- 9 May 26 to 23 May 26
Ex Pune & Mumbai
Need to know
β¨ PACKAGE 1 β CHAR DHAM YATRA β¨
PuneβPune / MumbaiβMumbai
π Package Inclusions
π 3AC Train Tickets
π Comfortable Yatra Transport
Β Β Β Β β’ 12 / 17 / 20 / 27 Seater Bus ( Depend on Group Size)
π½ Breakfast β 10 Days
π² Dinner β 12 Days
π¨ 12 Nights Accommodation (Sharing Basis)
π Yatra Pass Included
π§ββοΈ Experienced Tour Guide Throughout the Yatr
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Meals during railway travel.
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Charges for horse, doli (palanquin), helicopter, ropeway, and entry fees.
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Lunch.
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From Sonprayag to Gaurikund and from Gaurikund to Sonprayag:
Travel has to be done by local jeep. Jeep charges have to be paid by yourself. It costs around βΉ50ββΉ80 per side. -
Water bottles.
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Lunch is not included. The entire day is spent traveling. The bus is stopped at a place for lunch in the afternoon. Lunch expenses have to be borne by yourself.
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At some places, breakfast is not included. For example, the Kedarnath trek has to start very early in the morning, so it is not possible to provide breakfast early. During the Kedarnath trek, there are many stalls along the way where you can stop and have breakfast/snacks.
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If time permits, we will visit Triyuginarayan.
Triyuginarayan is the wedding place of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. To go there, a local jeep is required. The charges are βΉ200ββΉ300 per person, which have to be paid by yourself.
π§₯ Clothing (layering is key)
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Warm jacket / fleece (even in summer)
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Thermal innerwear (especially for Kedarnath & Badrinath)
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Full-sleeve t-shirts / shirts
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Comfortable trekking pants / track pants
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Rain jacket / poncho (weather changes fast)
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Woollen cap, gloves, muffler
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Comfortable nightwear
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Extra socks (woollen + cotton)
π Footwear
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Sturdy trekking shoes (good grip, broken-in)
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Lightweight slippers/sandals (for hotel & temple use)
π Essentials
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Small backpack/daypack
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Reusable water bottle
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Umbrella
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Torch / headlamp (power cuts happen)
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Power bank + charging cables
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Sunglasses & sunscreen (UV is strong at altitude)
π©Ί Medicines & Health
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Personal prescribed medicines
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Basic first-aid kit
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Pain relief spray/gel
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Diamox or altitude-related meds (doctor-approved)
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ORS / electrolyte packets
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Band-aids, cotton, antiseptic
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Inhaler (if needed)
π§Ό Toiletries & Hygiene
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Toothbrush, toothpaste
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Soap / facewash
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Hand sanitizer
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Wet wipes / tissues
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Lip balm & moisturizer (cold + dry air)
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Quick-dry towel
π Documents & Money
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Government ID (Aadhaar/Passport)
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Char Dham Yatra registration printout / digital copy
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Cash (ATMs may not work everywhere)
π Temple-Specific Items
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Modest clothing (covered shoulders & legs)
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Small cloth bag for footwear
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Puja items (optional β many places provide them)
π« Snacks & Extras
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Dry fruits, energy bars, biscuits
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Glucose tablets
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Camera / phone with good storage
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Zip-lock bags (for wet clothes)