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Overview
The Chardham Yatra Tour Package begins from Chennai, a famous Hindu pilgrimage circuit in the state of Uttarakhand. The Chardham typically refers to the four holy shrines like Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Since the initial travel from Chennai to Haridwar and the return trip. The tour typically follows a traditional clockwise direction, beginning with Yamunotri, proceeding to Gangotri, then Kedarnath and concluding at Badrinath. Customize the tour as per your interests and preferences by consulting our tour managers on support services.
Chennai to Haridwar Transfer
Begin your journey from Chennai to the entry point of Chardham Yatra, Haridwar. You may choose to travel by a flight from Chennai to Delhi, followed by a car or train journey to Haridwar. Travellers get settled in their accommodations as they reach Haridwar, one of India’s Seven Sacred Places, situated on the Ganges River. Experience a daylong visit to the Har ki Pauri, often arranged in the evening to witness the stunning Ganga Aarti ceremony of devotion and light.
Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot
The tour to Barkot starts with a long drive of 7 to 8 hours, followed by an early morning breakfast at the hotel. While travelling to Barkot, travellers will be driven through Dehradun and Mussoorie. The stunning Kempty Falls is a major stopover on this road trip. Kempty Falls lies on the banks of the Yamuna River. Devotees flock here in the evening and settle down at their accommodations to rest and prepare for further challenging trips.
Day 2: Yamunotri Day Trip
The day takes you to Janki Chatti from Barkot, the roadhead and starting point. Walking to the Yamunotri Temple is a challenging 6 kms trek from Janki Chatti. For those who cannot trek, other options like palanquins, horses, or helicopter services. There, travellers pray to the Divya Shila, perform a sacred dip in the Yamunabai Kund and then gaze at the Goddess Yamuna within her temple. This is overall a physically demanding day and later return to Janki Chatti after the spiritual ceremonies.
Day 3: Uttarkashi Transfer
The next day after breakfast, get ready for a journey to Uttarkashi is relatively shorter in the morning. The road trip will be 4-5 hours. A devout town located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, the main headstream of the Ganga, Uttarkashi is referred to as the “Kashi of the North.”
Once they reach there, pilgrims spend the afternoon visiting nearby holy sites after settling into their accommodation. The two prominent places are the Shakti Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Gangotri, the second Dham located at this station.
Day 4: Gangotri Day Trip
The full-day trip to Gangotri involves a scenic 3 to 4 hours drive along the Bhagirathi River through the beautiful Harsil Valley. The source of the high-altitude Ganga River, locally referred to as Bhagirathi, is Gangotri. Followed by the auspicious dip in the ice-cold river, pilgrims visit the Gangotri Temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga for darshan. Drive back to Uttarkashi overnight after offering prayers and marvelling at the stunning Himalayan views.
Day 5: Guptkashi Transfer
As the trek proceeds to the Gangotri Valley loop to the Kedarnath Valley Loop, the day involves the longest drive of 9 to 10 hours. The journey involves crossing several mountains and major river junctions, like the Mandakini River valley and the famous Tehri Dam. The main point of departure for the trip to the 3rd Dham, Kedarnath, is Guptakashi. Devotees can visit the Ardh Narishwar Temple in the town of Guptkashi or the ancient Vishwanath Temple.
Day 6: Kedarnath Day Trip
The 6th day of the yatra is devoted to Lord Shiva’s divine Darshan at Kedarnath Temple, the most physically demanding. The Guptkashi to Gaurikund driving starts the day. Devotees begin the arduous 16 to 22 km trek to the sacred Kedarnath Temple from Gaurikund. Optionally take a helicopter service or pony/palanquin for Phata or Guptakashi, providing a shorter route. Devotees visit the Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 jyotirlingas, for darshan and prayer upon reaching the high-altitude shrine. The day often ends with the difficult descent from Gaurikund and a return drive to the guesthouse in Guptkashi or an adjacent town for the evening due to the rigid schedule.
Day 7: Badrinath Transfer
The 4th and final dham, Badrinath, appears on the horizon. The organization departs for the long journey that separates the Badrinath and Kedarnath valleys. The route passes through scenic areas before climbing to Badrinath, like the sacred towns of Joshimath. Badrinath is devoted to Lord Vishnu lies on the banks of the Alaknanda River at a greater height. Before exploring the Badrinath Temple for the darshan, devotees first take a ritual dip in the Tapt Kund, natural hot springs. Locals spend the evening near the temple in devotion.
Day 8: Rudraprayag Transfer
A supplementary trip to the next visit to Mana Village, the last Indian village on the way to Tibet, and the adjacent sites of Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul. The long descent into the plains then commences. The group is further driven from Badrinath to Rudraprayag for around 6 to 7 hours. The significant town of Rudraprayag is named after the sacred confluence of the Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. The day is to travel as far as one can on the way back. Stay overnight in a hotel.
Day 9: Chennai Departure from Haridwar
The tour takes you back to Haridwar from Rudraprayag takes around 5 to 6 hours on the final day. The iconic Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula bridges are a regular stopover in Rishikesh. The final part of the tour begins in Haridwar and involves a transfer to Delhi/Dehradun Airport or Railway Station, where the pilgrims board the next train or flight to Chennai.