Overview
Embark on a spiritually uplifting journey through the sacred Himalayas with this 12-day Chardham Yatra covering the holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath in Uttarakhand.
Starting from Delhi, this pilgrimage takes you through breathtaking Himalayan valleys, sacred river confluences, mountain roads, waterfalls, ancient temples, and spiritual towns. Experience the divine atmosphere of Haridwar with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri before continuing towards the sacred Char Dham temples.
Seek blessings at Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, and Badrinath Temple while enjoying the beauty of snow-covered Himalayan peaks and holy rivers.
This yatra perfectly blends devotion, adventure, spirituality, and nature into an unforgettable pilgrimage experience.
Highlights
- Complete Chardham Darshan
- Kedarnath Himalayan Trek Experience
- Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri
- Scenic Himalayan Routes & Sangam Views
- Mana Village & Saraswati River Exploration
Itinerary
Start your journey with a 6:30 AM pick-up from Delhi Cantonment Railway Station in an AC shared vehicle. Enjoy a comfortable ride to Haridwar, where you'll arrive and settle in. In the evening, immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance by attending the Ganga Aarti at Harkipauri, accessible by rickshaw (at your own expense).
Depart from Haridwar at 7:00 AM by vehicle for Barkot, following the Yamunotri route via the Heal Road.
Begin your adventure with an early arrival in Jankichatti from Barkot at 2:30 AM. From here, you can choose to trek, ride a horse, or take a dolly for the 6 km journey to Yamnotri. Keep in mind that it usually rains after noon in Yamnotri. Later, make your way back to Barkot for a restful overnight stay.
Embark on a scenic drive as you depart from Barkot at 9:00 AM, heading toward the picturesque town of Uttarkashi.
Set off early at 3:30 AM from Uttarkashi for a spiritual journey to the Gangotri Temple. After receiving blessings at the temple, return to Uttarkashi in the evening.
Start your day by departing Uttarkashi at 7:30 AM, traveling towards Guptakashi/Fata along the Kedarnath route.
Read this Kedarnath Yatra information carefully and twice in detail. Pilgrims going on foot, horse or dolly for Kedarnath Yatra will be dropped from Guptakashi at 1-00 am to Sitapur after checking out the rooms and depositing the luggage to our representative and from sitapur will have to reach Gaurikund by government shuttle service vehicles at their own expense.
Travel from Gaurikund to Kedarnath on foot or by horse, dolly, Kandi at your own expense, at your own risk. Gourikund to Kedarnath Mandir (approx. 16 km/6 hours) is on a hill route. Pilgrims going to Kedarnath by helicopter should book online helicopter ticket online only from https://heliyatra.irctc.co.in and reach at the helipad of the allotted airline 2 hours before their time slot at their own cost. All other websites are fake and crooked so don't book helicopter tickets from them. After darshan in Kedarnath one has to stay in common room of Lodge/Bhavan/Ashram/Dharamshala/Government Accommodation/Guest House where 1 person will get 1 mattress but no independent room. You will not be comfortable in Kedarnath due to severe cold, snowfall/rainy night stay, night meal and breakfast there as well. Pilgrims who visit Kedarnath earlier than our schedule and return in Guptakashi evening will have to make room and food arrangements for that day by themselves and at their own expense.
Make your return journey from Kedarnath to Gaurikund on foot, by horse, dolly, or Kandi. From Gaurikund, travel to Sitapur and then back to your Guptakashi hotel by shuttle vehicle. Helicopter passengers will also need to arrange for a shuttle vehicle to their hotels in Guptakashi independently.
Depart Guptakashi at 7:00 AM for a scenic drive to Badrinath via Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Pipalkoti, Helung, and Joshimath. Enjoy an overnight stay near Badrinath.
In the morning, head to Badrinath for darshan at the temple. Take a holy bath in Tapokund, perform a donation for the salvation of ancestors, and partake in the Shraddha ceremony near Sri Mahaprabhuji's seat. Afterward, explore Ganesh Cave, Vyas Cave, and the vanishing Saraswati River in Mana Village at your own expense. Return to your hotel in the evening.
Depart for Haridwar at 7 AM, enjoying breath-taking views of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers at Rudraprayag, and the confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers at Devprayag. Witness the stunning sight of the merging streams, marking the official beginning of the Ganga River. Arrive in Haridwar at night.
Conclude your tour in Haridwar with a drop-off at New Delhi Railway Station at 8 AM.
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Accommodation
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Sightseeing
The Cost Excludes
- GST 5%
- Any Airfare / Train fare is not included in the package cost.
- Any expenses of personal nature like tips, phone calls, fax, internet, games, sauna, and steam, Jacuzzi, laundry, extra vehicle hire, bar, room heaters, discotheque or any other.
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
