Char Dham Yatra — four sacred shrines of Uttarakhand

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Char Dham Yatra

The four holiest shrines of Uttarakhand — Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri

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The Most Sacred Journey in Hinduism

The Char Dham Yatra is considered the most sacred pilgrimage in Hinduism. Nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, these four shrines — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — are believed to cleanse the soul of all sins and grant moksha (liberation).

At Pinak Travel, we have guided hundreds of pilgrims through this divine circuit. Our local expertise, personalised itineraries, and deep respect for the spiritual significance of each shrine make us the ideal partner for your yatra.

The Sacred Four

The Four Dhams

Yamunotri

Yamunotri

Goddess Yamuna

3,293 m

The source of the Yamuna river and seat of Goddess Yamuna. The trek to Yamunotri is 6 km from Janki Chatti, passing through dense forests and hot springs. Pilgrims cook rice in the Surya Kund hot spring as prasad.

Surya Kund hot spring
Divya Shila rock pillar
6 km trek from Janki Chatti
Stunning Bandarpunch peak views
Opens: Akshaya Tritiya (April/May)Duration: 1–2 days
Gangotri

Gangotri

Goddess Ganga

3,048 m

The origin of the sacred Ganga river. The Gangotri temple sits on the banks of the Bhagirathi river, where King Bhagirath is said to have meditated to bring Ganga to earth. The actual source, Gaumukh glacier, is 19 km further.

Gangotri temple on Bhagirathi banks
Gaumukh glacier trek (19 km)
Bhairon Ghati
Kedar Tal lake
Opens: Akshaya Tritiya (April/May)Duration: 1–2 days
Kedarnath

Kedarnath

Lord Shiva

3,583 m

One of the 12 Jyotirlingas and the most revered Shiva shrine in the Himalayas. The ancient stone temple, believed to be built by the Pandavas, survived the 2013 floods miraculously. The 16 km trek from Gaurikund is a profound spiritual experience.

One of 12 Jyotirlingas
Ancient Pandava-era temple
16 km trek from Gaurikund
Helicopter service available
Opens: Akshaya Tritiya (April/May)Duration: 2–3 days
Badrinath

Badrinath

Lord Vishnu

3,133 m

The most visited of the four dhams and one of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu. The colourful temple stands against the backdrop of the Neelkanth peak. Tapt Kund hot spring near the temple is considered sacred for bathing before darshan.

108 Divya Desam of Vishnu
Tapt Kund sacred hot spring
Neelkanth peak backdrop
Mana village — last Indian village
Opens: Akshaya Tritiya (April/May)Duration: 1–2 days

Curated Itineraries

Our Char Dham Packages

Char Dham Yatra — 10 Days

10 Days / 9 Nights👥 2–15 pilgrims

₹ XX,XXX per person

Highlights

  • All 4 dhams covered
  • Comfortable guesthouses
  • AC vehicle transport
  • Experienced local guide
  • All meals included

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Haridwar → BarkotArrive Haridwar, drive to Barkot (220 km). Evening aarti at Yamuna ghat.
Day 2
Barkot → Yamunotri → BarkotTrek 6 km to Yamunotri, darshan, return to Barkot.
Day 3
Barkot → UttarkashiDrive to Uttarkashi (100 km). Visit Vishwanath temple.
Day 4
Uttarkashi → Gangotri → UttarkashiDrive to Gangotri (100 km), darshan, return to Uttarkashi.
Day 5
Uttarkashi → GuptkashiDrive to Guptkashi (220 km) via Tehri.
Day 6
Guptkashi → KedarnathDrive to Gaurikund, trek 16 km to Kedarnath. Evening darshan.
Day 7
Kedarnath → BadrinathMorning darshan, trek down, drive to Badrinath (220 km).
Day 8
Badrinath DarshanMorning darshan at Badrinath, visit Mana village, Tapt Kund.
Day 9
Badrinath → RishikeshDrive to Rishikesh (295 km). Evening Ganga aarti.
Day 10
Rishikesh → Haridwar → DepartureMorning yoga, drive to Haridwar, departure.
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Char Dham Yatra — 14 Days (Leisurely)

14 Days / 13 Nights👥 2–15 pilgrims

₹ XX,XXX per person

Highlights

  • All 4 dhams + Gaumukh trek
  • Premium hotels
  • More rest days
  • Helicopter option at Kedarnath
  • All meals + snacks

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Haridwar → BarkotArrive Haridwar, drive to Barkot. Evening aarti.
Day 2
Yamunotri DarshanTrek to Yamunotri, darshan, return.
Day 3
Barkot → UttarkashiLeisurely drive, visit Nachiketa Tal lake.
Day 4
Gangotri DarshanDrive to Gangotri, darshan, return.
Day 5
Gaumukh TrekOptional 19 km trek to Gaumukh glacier.
Day 6
Uttarkashi → GuptkashiScenic drive via Tehri dam.
Day 7
Kedarnath AscentTrek or helicopter to Kedarnath.
Day 8
Kedarnath → BadrinathMorning darshan, drive to Badrinath.
Day 9
Badrinath DarshanFull day at Badrinath, Mana village.
Day 10
Badrinath → JoshimathRest day, visit Narsingh temple.
Day 11
Joshimath → RishikeshScenic drive back.
Day 12
RishikeshAshram visit, Ganga aarti, rest.
Day 13
HaridwarHar Ki Pauri, local sightseeing.
Day 14
DepartureTransfer to station/airport.
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What's Included

  • Accommodation (twin sharing)
  • All meals (breakfast + dinner)
  • AC vehicle throughout
  • Experienced local guide
  • All temple entry fees
  • First aid kit
  • 24/7 WhatsApp support

What's Not Included

  • Airfare / train fare to Haridwar
  • Personal expenses
  • Helicopter charges (optional)
  • Porter / pony charges
  • Travel insurance

Best Time to Visit

May – June

Peak season — pleasant weather, all shrines open. Book early.

September – October

Post-monsoon — clear skies, fewer crowds, stunning views.

July – August

Monsoon — heavy rains, landslide risk. Not recommended.

November – April

Shrines closed for winter. Ukhimath (Kedarnath) and Joshimath (Badrinath) are winter seats.

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