Char Dham Yatra Package Delhi: Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (205 Kms / 6-7 Hrs)

• 0900 Hrs: Meet at IRCTC Rail Yatri Niwas, Ajmeri Gate.
• Travel: Depart for Haridwar by road, with lunch at your own expense en route.
• Evening: Arrival in Haridwar. Check-in at the hotel.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Haridwar.

Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot (200 Kms / 8-9 Hrs)

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Travel: Proceed to Barkot.
• Evening: Check-in at the hotel in Barkot.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Barkot.

Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri and Back (80 Kms Drive + 12 Kms Trek / 9-10 Hrs)

• Early Morning: Drive to Janki Chatti, base for Yamunotri.
• Trek: Pony or palki services available (own cost) for the trek to Yamunotri Temple (3,120 m).
• Visit: Explore the temple dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and enjoy the natural hot springs.
• Return: Trek back to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Barkot.

Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi (100 Kms / 5-6 Hrs)

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Visit: Stop at Prakateshwar Mahadev Temple en route.
• Arrival: Check-in at the hotel in Uttarkashi.
• Evening: Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and Back (200 Kms / 11-12 Hrs)

• Early Morning: Depart for Gangotri Temple (3,050 m) with a packed breakfast.
• Travel: Scenic drive alongside the Bhagirathi River.
• Visit: Explore the temple and the holy site of Bhagirath Shila.
• Return: Head back to Uttarkashi for the night.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi/Sitapur (250-290 KmChardham Yatras / 10-11 Hrs)

• Morning: Early breakfast and check-out.
• Travel: Proceed to Guptkashi/Sitapur.
• Evening: Check-in at the hotel.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Guptkashi/Sitapur.

Day 7: Guptkashi/Sitapur to Kedarnath (35 Kms Drive + 16 Kms Trek / 8-9 Hrs)

• Early Morning: Depart for Sonprayag. Book pony or palki services (own cost).
• Travel: Take a local shuttle taxi to Gaurikund, the trek starting point.
• Trek: Hike to Kedarnath.
• Visit: Evening Aarti Darshan at Kedarnath Temple.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Kedarnath.

Day 8: Kedarnath to Gaurikund and Back (16 Kms Trek + 35 Kms Drive / 6-7 Hrs)

• Early Morning: Visit Kedarnath Temple for Abhishek/Darshan.
• Trek: Return to Gaurikund.
• Travel: Take a shuttle taxi to Sonprayag and then back to hotel.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Guptkashi/Sitapur.

Day 9: Guptkashi/Sitapur to Badrinath (220-250 Kms / 9-10 Hrs)

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Travel: En route, visit Narsingh Swami Temple at Joshimath.
• Evening: Check-in at the hotel in Badrinath and visit Badrinath Temple.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Badrinath.

Day 10: Badrinath to Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar (140-200 Kms / 5-8 Hrs)

• Early Morning: Visit Badrinath Temple for Abhishek/Alankar Darshan.
• Visit: Take a holy dip in Taptkunda and perform pooja at Brahmakapal.
• Travel: Explore Mana Village (last village on Indo-Tibet border) before heading to the hotel.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar.

Day 11: Birahi/Rudraprayag/Srinagar to Haridwar (200-120 Kms / 8-5 Hrs)

• Morning: Breakfast and depart for Haridwar.
• Evening: Free time for exploration; enjoy the Ganga Aarti.
• Dinner & Overnight Stay in Haridwar.

Day 12: Haridwar to Delhi (205 Kms / 7-8 Hrs)

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out.
• Travel: Drive to Delhi with lunch at your own cost en route.
• Arrival: Drop at IRCTC Rail Yatri Niwas.

Note:

This itinerary is subject to changes due to operational challenges or local conditions.

Significance of Key Temples:

• Yamunotri: Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, known for its hot springs and beautiful trekking routes.
• Gangotri: Home to the Goddess Ganga, surrounded by stunning landscapes.
• Badrinath: Important shrine for Lord Vishnu, featuring unique architecture and sacred rituals.
• Kedarnath: Significant Shiva temple, known for its rich history and spiritual importance.

Enjoy your Chardham Yatra!