Overview
Char Dham Yatra is a holy scared Yatra to the four sacred temples Badrinath Dham, Kedarnath Dham, Gangotri Dham and Yamunotri Dham located in different parts of Garhwal Himalayas Uttarakhand. The Yatra starts during summer season and conclude in Winter Season and during the period of Yatra everyone can visit and take blessings from Dhams. Here's the complete guide of Char Dham Yatra for you to plan your holy trip to Char Dham Temples.
Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar 10 Days
The Char Dham Yatra starts from Haridwar after taking bath in Holy River Ganga and its takes about 9 to 10 Days from Haridwar to Complete the Yatra. The Yatra goes from Haridwar - Dehradun - Mussoorie - Barkot- Yamunotri Dham - Barkot - Uttarkashi - Gangotri Dham - Uttarkashi - Guptkashi - Kedarnath Dham - Guptkashi - Joshimath - Badrinath - Rudraprayag - Devprayag - Rishikesh and Haridwar.
Char Dham Temples Information: -
Shri Badrinath Dham: - Badrinath Dham is one of the Char Dham's of Uttarakhand and also India's, is located in Chamoli Garhwal District of Uttarakhand state. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu Ji and during 8th Century the temple was established by Aadi Guru Shankaracharya in the period of Kartikeyapur Dynasty. It is situated at the elevation of 3100 meter above of sea level and during winter the temple with its surrounding place is covered with snow and the temple gets closed during extreme weather. Badrinath Dham is well connected with roads transportation, so anyone can reach here via cab or bus. The Nearby places to visit in Badrinath are Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Muchkund Gufa, Bhim Shila, Mana Village, Vasudhara Falls etc.
Shri Kedarnath Dham: - Kedarnath Dham is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is also one of the 12 Most sacred Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It is located in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand state and every year many devotees visit here to see glimpse of Lord Shiva Jyotirlinga's. The Temple was built in 8th century and established by Aadi Guru Shankaracharya. It's located at the elevation of 3583 meters above from sea level and devotees needs to trek approx. 20 Kms to reach Kedarnath Dham, also there are facilities of Pony, Horse, Palki, Doli and Helicopter to reach near Temple. The nearby places in Kedarnath are Bhukunda Bhairav Ji Temple, Shankaracharya Ji Statue, Vasuki Tal etc.
Gangotri Dham: - Gangotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Ganga Ji is located in Uttarkashi district and Maa Ganga Idol is worshipped here during the Char Dham Yatra. The Holy River also originates from Gaumukh which is about 18 Kms from Gangotri Dham. The Gangotri Dham temple is well connected with road transportation and can be easily reach by taxi or Bus. The Nearby places to visit in Gangotri Dham are Harsil Valley, Mukhwa Village, Gangnani and Gaumukh Trek etc.
Yamunotri Dham: - Yamunotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, sister of Lord Yama (the God of Death) and is one of the holy Char Dham Temples. It is situated at the elevation of 3291 meter above from sea level. The temple is not connected with road transportation, so devotees need to trek 5-6 Kms from Jankichatti to reach near the Temple.
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1: Haridwar – Barkot (6-7 Hrs)
After Morning breakfast, leave for Barkot, which is the 1st stop point of Char Dham Yatra. The routes are via Mussoorie Kempty Fall or Vikas Nagar, the route will be chosen as per the rush. On arrival at Barkot. Check in into the Hotel. Dinner and Overnight Stay.
Day 2: Barkot/ Kharsali– Yamunotri – Barkot (48 Km / 2 hrs & Start trek 05 KM Each Side)
After breakfast, depart for Hanumanchatti (40 Km), Janki Chatti (8 km). Here you will begin the First Pahad Yatra of Yamunotri (5 Km trek). You can hire a Doli or a horse, for your trek (Cost Not Included). The trek passes through lush green valley, a profusion of conifers, rhododendrons, cacti and several species of Himalayan shrubs. Yamunotri (altitude 3,291 m), the western most shrine of the Char Dhams, is dominated by Banderpunch (6,361 m). Yamunotri is the source of the river Yamuna, the twin sister of Varna, the Lord of Death. Yamuna is also the daughter of Surya the Sun. The actual source of the river originates from Champasar Glacier 1 km a head of the shrine, at an altitude of 4,321 mts. On arrival by afternoon in Yamunotri take holy dip in Yamuna River and perform Pooja, and take the same route back to Barkot, check in at Hotel / Camp. Dinner and Overnight stay at hotel in Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot – Uttarkashi (100 Km/ 4 hrs Journey)
After breakfast check out from the Barkot hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in into the hotel. Uttarkashi is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi and is famous for its historical monuments, Temples & Ashrams. In the evening, Visit the famous Vishwanath Temple. Dinner and Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 4: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (100 Km / 3 to 4 hrs Each Side)
Early morning breakfast at hotel and drive to Gangotri. Nestled in the magnificent Garhwal Himalayas, Gangotri is set at an altitude of 3048 mts. Upon arrival at Gangotri take a holy dip in the sacred river Ganges which is also called Bhagirathi at its origin Visit the Gangotri Temple. The 18th century's temple dedicated to Goddess Ganga is located near a sacred stone where King Bhagirathi worshipped Lord Shiva. Ganga is believed to have touched earth at this spot. The temple is an exquisite 20 ft. high structure made of white granite. After performing Pooja Late afternoon drive back to Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi /Sitapur (190 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)
After early morning breakfast check out from the hotel and drive for Guptkashi/Rampur/Sitapur. On arrival check in at hotel. Rest of the day free to explore the Guptkashi town. Dinner and Overnight stay in Guptkashi/Rampur/Sitapur hotel/Camps.
Day 6: Guptkashi/ Phata – Kedarnath
Early Morning, leave for Kedarnath Dham via Helicopter, Pony, Palki. The trek takes about 8 Hours to reach. On arrival Darshan at Kedarnath Temple and then visit Surroundings and then check in into the Hotel. Dinner and Overnight Stay
Day 7: Kedarnath – Phata/ Guptkashi
Early Morning Darshan at Kedarnath Dham Temple and then visit Bhukunda Bhairav Ji Temple and Sankaracharya Ji Samadhi Place. Then after breakfast return to Sonprayag. Where our cab will pick up you and then leave for Hotel in Phata/ Guptkashi. Dinner and overnight Stay.
Day 8: Guptkashi to Joshimath (155 Kms – 6-7 Hours)
After breakfast, leave for Joshimath, on arrival at Joshimath, check in into the Hotel, evening visit Local Market and Narsing Temple. Dinner and Overnight Stay.
Day 9: Joshimath to Badrinath Dham - Pipalkoti
Early Morning leave for Badrinath Dham. On Arrival take holy bath at Tapt Kund and then proceed to Badrinath Darshan, the temple is Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, the temple of Shri Badrinath Ji is 15 meters in height, built in the form of a cone with a small cupola of a gilt bull and spire. After Darshan and Pooja. You can also visit Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, Bhim Shila etc and then evening return back to Pipalkoti. Dinner and Overnight Stay.
Day 10: Pipalkoti -Haridwar (230 Km / 7 to 8 hrs)
After breakfast at Pipalkoti Hotel, start towards Haridwar, on the way visit, Dhari Devi Temple, Devprayag. After that Arrival at Haridwar. Drop at Haridwar Railway Station or Bus Stand.
