Overview
A 13 days Char Dham Yatra Tour Package is a comprehensive journey covering the four holy shrines: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Extending the trip from the standard 10 to 12 days allows for a more relaxed pace and greater buffer time for travel delays caused by mountain weather or road conditions. Customize this tour according to your interests and preferences by consulting our tour representative, who will assist you with everything.
Day 1: Mumbai to Haridwar
Begin your Char Dham Yatra from Mumbai, the city of Dreams. Mumbai has a well-developed connectivity with destinations across India. But to reach Haridwar, you may either travel by flight (time-saving) or by train (cost-saving).
As soon as you arrive at Haridwar, also known as the “Gateway to the Gods,” a holy city in Uttarakhand at the foothills of the Himalayas. Meet our tour representative and get transferred to the pre-booked hotel for a relaxing stay. Spend your leisure time as per your preference. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2: Haridwar Sightseeing
The day is planned for a full-day Haridwar Sightseeing Tour guided by a tour representative. Post a healthy breakfast, get ready to explore –
Har ki Pauri is the sacred ghat on the banks of the Ganges. It is believed that Lord Vishnu explored this spot during the Vedic era.
Mansa Devi Temple is on the Bilwa Parvat Hill, one of the Panch Tirth in Haridwar and a ropeway offers scenic views on the way up.
Chandi Devi Temple lies on the Neel Parvat hill, dedicated to Goddess Chandi. It is another of the Panch Tirth and is also accessible by a scenic ropeway.
Daksheshwar Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is famous for being peaceful and less crowded.
Later, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Haridwar.
Day 3: Barkot Transfer
The next day, after a wholesome breakfast, check out and leave for a journey to Barkot, which is around a 5 to 6-hour drive away. Barkot is a scenic town in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, primarily known as the stopover for devotees on the Char Dham Yatra. On arrival, check in to the pre-booked hotel for a comfortable stay for the night. Barkot is the base point for Yamunotri Dham Darshan, where you can begin the trip for the first-dham of Char Dham Yatra.
Day 4: Yamunotri Dham Darshan
Today, after a healthy breakfast, head to the Yamunotri Dham day trip. One of the four sacred sites of Char Dham Yatra, Destination, Yamunotri, lies in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Yamuna, marking the source of the Yamuna River. The site remains open for pilgrims for about 6 months in a year, usually from April or May to November. Later in the evening, return to the hotel in Barkot for a comfortable stay.
Day 5: Uttarkashi Transfer
Today, get ready to leave for the next destination. Uttarkashi, or the “Kashi of the North,” is a sacred town in Uttarakhand’s Garhwal Himalayas. It holds immense religious significance for Hindus, sitting on the banks of the Bhagirathi River and is a major base for Char Dham Yatra, particularly for devotees heading to Gangotri and Yamunotri. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva and highly revered by pilgrims. Stay overnight in Uttarkashi.
Day 6: Gangotri Dham Darshan
The day is planned to worship at the Gangotri Temple. It is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and marks the source of the Ganges River, which originates from the Gangotri Glacier at Gaumukh. Gangotri is accessible by road for size months of the year. Gaumukh Glacier requires a 19 km trek, the source of the Ganges. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 7: Khumera Transfer
Today, get ready to proceed on a journey to Khumera, a village located in the Ukhimath tehsil of the Rudraprayag district in India. It is a small village within the vibrant Garhwal region of the state. On arrival, spend the remaining time as per your preference and interests.
Day 8: Kedarnath Dham Darshan
The next day is dedicated to worship at the Kedarnath Temple, a sacred Hindu temple in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Kedarnath is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and a significant stop on the Char Dham Yatra Pilgrimage Tour. Spend the day enjoying its spiritual atmosphere and relax overnight.
Day 9: Khumera Village Sightseeing
The 9th day of this tour takes you back to Khumera – a small and serene village in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand, best known as a stopover for devotees. After arrival, check in the stay and relax. In the evening, go for a walk through the terraced fields and alleys to observe the day-to-day life of the local villagers. The panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks and the lush landscapes of the region. Stay relaxed overnight.
Day 10: Badrinath Transfer
Today, after a healthy breakfast, leave for a journey to Badrinath Temple, also known as Badrinarayan Temple, a sacred Hindu shrine of Lord Vishnu. Located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, Badrinath is the last site of the Char Dham yatra package. The temple is located at an altitude of around 3,100 meters on the banks of the Alaknanda River, between the Nar and Narayan Mountain ranges.
Day 11: Haridwar Transfer
The 11th day of this tour takes you to Haridwar, which is approximately 307 kms away. It is recommended to start the journey as early as possible. After arrival, check into the hotel for a relaxed stay for a while. In the evening, visit Har ki Pauri Ghat and witness the evening Ganga aarti. Visit the nearby Vishnu Ghat and explore the bustling Bara Bazaar. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 12: Rishikesh Sightseeing
This day is planned for a Rishikesh sightseeing tour, where you will experience spirituality, adventures, and nature’s beauty at its best. Get ready to start visiting Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan Ashram, Triveni Ghat, the Beatles Ashram, Shree Neelkanth Mahadev Temple, etc. Enjoy the exciting adventures like River Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Giant Canyon Swing, Trekking, and Flying Fox. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 13: Mumbai Departure
Today, after a healthy breakfast, return to Mumbai departure. The tour ends here after reaching Mumbai.