Chardham Yatra from Haridwar – 9 Nights &10 Days

Get up, eat breakfast, and get ready for the much-anticipated Char Dham Yatra to begin today. Begin your journey from Barkot to Yamunotri Dham, India's second most sacred river and the source of the Yamuna. After arriving at Jan ki Chatti, take a dip in Jamnabai Kund, which is thought to purify and protect against a terrible death. After the bath, begin a 6-kilometer walk. This can be accomplished by strolling, horseback riding, or doli. When you arrive at the temple, pay your respects and worship the mother Yamuna. The Ganga Devi idol is housed within the temple. After that, go to Surya Kund, a hot spring near the temple. The kund is so hot that it may be used to boil rice and potatoes. Consider this as prasad of the Devi.

Trek down to Jan ki Chatti after Yamunotri and drive back to Barkot.

Stay in Barkot for the night.

The distance between Barkot and Yamunotri is 36 kilometres by car and 6 km on foot.

Travel time is approximately 2 hours.

On this day, you will go to the next location, Uttarkashi. This town is located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River and serves as the district capital of Uttarakhand's Garhwal area. When you arrive, pay your respects at Vishwanath Temple, one of the oldest Shiva temples in Northern India, and Shakti Temple, which is notable for its large Trishul measuring 6 metres in height and 90 cm in circumference. After that, proceed to your hotel and unwind for the remainder of the day.

Stay at Uttarkashi for the night.

The distance between Barkot to Uttarkashi is 82.4 km.

Travel time is approximately 3 hours.

After breakfast, set out on the road from Uttarkashi to Gangotri. Stop in between for a sacred bath in Gangnani's Garam Kund. Then, continue on the Chota Char Dham pilgrimage route to the next pilgrimage destination. The valley is famous for its breathtaking views of Deodar trees and majestic peaks. Take a swim in the sacred Ganges River after you arrive in Gangotri, one of Uttarakhand's holiest shrines dedicated to the Goddess Ganga. Relax and take in the landscape after the aarti. Return to Uttarkashi later.

Stay at Uttarkashi for the night.

The distance between Uttarkashi and Gangotri is 99.5 km.

Travel time: approximately 3 hours

Get up early, get breakfast, and head to Guptakashi. En route, take in the beautiful scenery of the Ganga River. At Devprayag, you can also observe the confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers. Stop in Srinagar for lunch. Take all you need from here because there are no shops ahead. Continue your travel and stop in Rudraprayag and Ukhimath. When you get at Guptakashi, check into your hotel and relax.

Stay in Guptkashi for the night.

The distance between Uttarkashi and Guptkashi is 194.4 km.

Travel time is approximately 7 hours.

Optional - Visit to the ArdhNarishwar Temple (fees apply).

Breakfast is served with stunning views of the mountains. Prepare to drive to Gaurikund, where the hike to Kedarnath will begin. Gaurikund is a natural hot-water pool that is recognised for treating skin ailments. Leave early to attend the temple's aarti. The entire walk is dependent on your degree of fitness, so make sure you are physically fit. To make the journey more comfortable, you can ride ponies or palki (palanquins). In between, stop for lunch at several restaurants before continuing on to Kedarnath Temple. When you arrive, thank the almighty Lord Shiva. Witness the entire valley reverberating with ringing bells and holy prayers.

Check into a hotel in Kedarnath after the aarti.

Stay in Kedarnath for the night.

Guptkashi to Gaurikund distance is 31.9 kilometres.

Travel time is approximately 7 hours.

The trip from Gaurikund to Kedarnath is 16 kilometres long.

Trek duration: 4 hours (estimated.)

Get up early to attend the big Abhishek Puja at one of Lord Shiva's 12 jyotirlingas. After that, eat breakfast at the hotel before returning to Gaurikund. Stop for lunch along the way. When you arrive in Gaurikund, check into your accommodation and relax for the remainder of the day.

Stay in Guptkashi for the night.

Check out on day 8 and travel from Guptkashi to Badrinath, the final Dham on the Chota Char Dham Yatra. This significant shrine is located at an elevation of 3,133 metres, tucked between the Nar and Narayan mountains. Explore the town on the sacred confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers after you arrive. When you arrive at Badrinath, check into your hotel and retire for the day.

Stay in Badrinath for the night.

The distance between Guptkashi and Badrinath is 184 km.

Travel time is approximately 7 hours.

Early in the morning, leave for the famed shrine of Badrinath Temple. It is one of Lord Vishnu's five manifestations. After arriving, begin the trek to the temple, or take horses or palanquins for a more comfortable ride. Dip in the water of Tapt Kund, a hot water spring with curative properties, before visiting the temple. Pay your homage to Lord Badri Vishal at the Badrinath temple. The temples look stunning with the mountains in the background. Return to Rudraprayag after the visit, check into your accommodation and relax.

Rudraprayag is where you'll spend the night.

The distance between Badrinath and Rudraprayag is 154 km.

Trek duration: 5 hours and 52 minutes (estimated.)

Get up, eat breakfast, and check out of the motel. Travels to Rishikesh, one of the holiest destinations for Hindus where the Ganges River runs. Visit the historic temples and various sights hidden throughout the town, such as Laxman Jhulla, Triveni Ghat, Ram Jhulla, and Sivananda Ashram. Transfer to Haridwar Railway Station after the tour to return home with calm in your heart and God's blessings.

The distance between Rudraprayag and Rishikesh is 141 km.

Travel time is approximately 4 hours.

The distance between Rishikesh and Haridwar railway station is 21.2 km.

Travel time is approximately 40 minutes.