Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot
- Pick-up in Haridwar and drive to Barkot.
- Check in. Overnight in Barkot. Meals: dinner.
Chaar Dham Yatra 2026
Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath from Haridwar
- Destination
- Uttarakhand
- Duration
- 9 Nights / 10 Days
- Departure
- Private departure, 2026 season
- Starts and ends
- Haridwar to Haridwar
Overview
A 10-day private yatra to all four dhams, starting and ending in Haridwar. The route goes to Yamunotri from Barkot, to Gangotri via the Harsil valley from Uttarkashi, up to Kedarnath with a night there, and on to Badrinath and Mana village.
The package is quoted for a group of four on quad sharing in standard hotels with breakfast and dinner, a private vehicle for the whole route, and a hotel stay at Kedarnath.
Highlights
- Yamunotri darshan and the Surya Kund hot springs
- Gangotri via Harsil valley
- Night at Kedarnath with evening and morning aarti
- Badrinath darshan and Mana village
- Narsingh Temple, Joshimath
Destination photos are for illustration and do not show specific hotels or included activities.
Day-by-day itinerary
10 days. Private yatra from Haridwar to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath (with a night there) and Badrinath.
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Day 2: Barkot to Yamunotri and back
- Early drive to Janki Chatti and trek 6 km to Yamunotri (on foot, or by horse or doli at own cost).
- Bath in the warm water of Jamunabai Kund and darshan of Yamunaji. Surya Kund is the most important of the hot springs near the temple.
- Trek back to Janki Chatti and drive to Barkot. Overnight in Barkot.
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Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi
- Visit Shiv Gufa on the way.
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi, then check in; the rest of the day is free.
- Overnight in Uttarkashi. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back
- Holy dip at the Garam Kund in Gangnani on the way.
- Drive through the Harsil valley, known for deodar forests and apple orchards.
- Dip in the Bhagirathi at Gangotri, pooja and darshan.
- Drive back to Uttarkashi. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
- Drive via Moolgarh and Lambgaon, with the Mandakini river at Tilwara.
- Visit the Ardhnarishwar Temple in Guptkashi.
- Overnight in Guptkashi. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 6: Guptkashi to Kedarnath
- Drive to Sonprayag, then a local government vehicle to Gaurikund (at own cost).
- Trek from Gaurikund to Kedarnath, or go by pony, doli or helicopter at own cost.
- Darshan at Kedarnath Temple and evening aarti.
- Overnight in Kedarnath. Meals: breakfast at Guptkashi.
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Day 7: Kedarnath to Guptkashi
- Morning aarti. Additional places to visit: Bhairo Baba Temple and Adi Shankaracharya Math.
- Trek back to Gaurikund and drive to Guptkashi.
- Dinner and overnight in Guptkashi.
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Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath
- Drive to Badrinath and check in.
- Bath at Tapt Kund, darshan of Badri Vishal and evening aarti.
- Brahma Kapal, for pind daan for ancestors. Mana, Vyas Gufa, Mata Murti, Charan Paduka, Bhimkund and the 'Mukh' (source) of the Saraswati river are within 3 km.
- Overnight in Badrinath. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 9: Badrinath to Rudraprayag
- Visit Mana village, then drive via Joshimath (if routes are open) and visit the Narsingh Temple.
- Check in at Rudraprayag. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 10: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
- Breakfast, check out and drive to Haridwar. Tour ends.
Accommodation and transport
Accommodation
- Standard hotels (or similar) on MAP: Barkot, Uttarkashi, Guptkashi, Badrinath, Rudraprayag
- Hotel stay with meals at Kedarnath (basic, shared facilities due to the altitude)
- Quad sharing for 4 adults; double sharing available at extra cost
- Warm water and AC rooms at extra cost
Transport
- Private vehicle for the whole route, from Haridwar pick-up to Haridwar drop
- Swift for the Haridwar transfer
- Local vehicle Sonprayag to Gaurikund, and pony, doli or helicopter to Kedarnath, at own cost
Meals
- 8 breakfasts and 8 dinners per person
- Set-menu north Indian meals at the hotels
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Pick-up and drop from Haridwar
- Accommodation in standard hotels
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary by private vehicle
- Kedarnath hotel stay with meals
- 8 breakfasts and 8 dinners per person
- All toll and parking charges
Not included
- 5% GST
- Helicopter
- Meals not included in the package
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
- Extra charges if plans change due to weather or government rules
- Personal expenses, optional tours and extra meals
- Medical and travel insurance
- Double sharing supplement
- Entry fees
- Laundry, drinks, mineral water and phone charges
- Warm water and AC rooms (extra cost)
- Porter, pony, horse, cable car, boat, train and air tickets
Important notes and conditions
- Carry an original Aadhaar card with a photocopy. Hotels can refuse check-in without valid photo ID.
- Kedarnath has only basic stay facilities because of the altitude.
- AC does not work in the hills; AC in the vehicle can be arranged at a daily charge.
- Driving after sunset is not allowed on some hill roads.
- Things to carry: woollen cap, raincoat or poncho, jacket, socks, water bottle, sunscreen, regular medicines.
- Helicopter, pony and doli to Kedarnath are booked and paid separately.
Booking and payment
- Booking amount: a share of the package cost, as given in your quotation.
- A further 30% within 24 hours of the confirmation call and final itinerary.
- Balance 7 days before the tour starts.
- Payment by bank transfer or UPI. Payment details are shared on confirmation.
Cancellation policy
- 45 days or more before travel: 100% refundable.
- 30 to 44 days before: 50% of the tour cost charged.
- 20 to 29 days before: 80% charged.
- 15 to 19 days before: no refund.
- Refunds are issued as credit to the CGJ Wallet, valid for 1 year.
- If the tour cannot run for reasons beyond control, an alternative date is offered first.
Terms
- Mumbai jurisdiction applies.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the standard package for?
It is per person for a group of 4 adults on quad sharing in standard hotels, with breakfast and dinner. GST of 5% is extra.
Is the Kedarnath helicopter included?
No. The helicopter, pony, doli and the local vehicle from Sonprayag to Gaurikund are paid separately.
What documents should I carry?
An original Aadhaar card with a photocopy, or another valid photo ID. Hotels can refuse check-in without one.
Can we book as a couple?
Yes, at extra cost. Ask on WhatsApp for a quotation.
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