Char Dham Yatra Full Package Details (2026)
The Char Dham Yatra is one of India's most sacred Hindu pilgrimages, covering:
- Yamunotri Temple
- Gangotri Temple
- Kedarnath Temple
- Badrinath Temple
The traditional route follows:
Haridwar / Dehradun → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar.
📅 Duration
| Package Type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Road Yatra | 10-12 Days |
| Deluxe Road Package | 11-13 Days |
| Helicopter Package | 4-6 Days |
🚐 Standard 11 Nights / 12 Days Itinerary
Day 1
Delhi / Haridwar Arrival
Day 2
Haridwar → Barkot
Day 3
Yamunotri Darshan (6 km trek from Janki Chatti)
Day 4
Barkot → Uttarkashi
Day 5
Gangotri Darshan
Day 6
Uttarkashi → Guptkashi
Day 7
Kedarnath Trek / Helicopter Darshan
Day 8
Kedarnath → Guptkashi
Day 9
Guptkashi → Badrinath
Day 10
Badrinath Darshan & Mana Village
Day 11
Badrinath → Rudraprayag
Day 12
Return to Haridwar / Delhi
💰 Package Cost (Approx.)
| Package Category | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| Budget Package | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Standard Package | ₹35,000 – ₹55,000 |
| Deluxe Package | ₹55,000 – ₹85,000 |
| Helicopter Package | ₹1.8 Lakh – ₹3.0 Lakh+ |
✅ Usually Included
- Hotel Accommodation
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Transportation (Tempo Traveller / Bus / Cab)
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Driver Allowance & Toll Charges
- Assistance for Registration
- Basic Ground Support
❌ Usually Not Included
- Helicopter Tickets (unless selected)
- Pony / Palki Charges
- Personal Expenses
- Travel Insurance
- VIP Darshan Charges
- Lunch
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
- May to June → Pleasant weather
- September to October → Clear Himalayan views
- July-August → Not recommended due to monsoon and landslide risks
📋 Important Requirements
- Char Dham Registration is mandatory.
- Carry Aadhaar Card / Government ID.
- Carry woolen clothes, raincoat, trekking shoes.
- Kedarnath involves a trek of about 16 km unless helicopter services are used.
⚠️ Safety Tip
Book helicopter services only through verified official channels. Authorities have reported fake helicopter booking scams targeting Char Dham pilgrims.
Recommended Budget
For a comfortable family trip, plan approximately ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per person for a standard Char Dham package with accommodation, meals, and transportation.
