Do Dham Gangotri & Yamunotri Yatra Premium(4 Nights 5 Days)
Places Covered
- Gangotri
- Harsil
- Yamunotri
- Barkot
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Room -
Sightseeing -
Meals -
Transfer
Starting From
Rs. 22299
Per Person*
Overview
The Do Dham Yatra to Yamunotri and Gangotri is a sacred pilgrimage to the origins of the holy rivers Yamuna and Ganga in Uttarakhand. Yamunotri, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, offers mesmerizing views and natural hot springs like Surya Kund, while Gangotri, the abode of Goddess Ganga, marks the origin of the Ganges River from the Gangotri Glacier. This journey symbolizes purification, devotion, and salvation, drawing pilgrims seeking divine blessings. Surrounded by the majestic Himalayas, the yatra is a blend of spirituality and natural beauty.
Trip Highlights
- Visit Sacred Do Dhams – Yamunotri & Gangotri.
- Best available Accommodation in Both Dhams.
- Well-planned itinerary.
- 24x7 Assistance & Support.
- Well-Maintained Cabs & Professional Drivers – Comfortable, sanitized vehicles with experienced drivers for a smooth journey.
- Scenic Himalayan Journey – Travel through lush valleys, rivers, waterfalls & snow-capped peaks.
Itinerary
1
Day 01 : ARRIVAL ARRIVE HARIDWAR/DUN AIRPORT - BARKOT (DRIVE: 155 KM/5-6 HR DRIVE)
Arrive at Dehradun airport/Haridwar railway station.
Pick-up and drive to Barkot.
Arrive in Barkot, Check into your hotel and rest for a while.
If time permits, take a walk around the area to help acclimatize to the altitude.
Overnight is at the hotel in Barkot.
2
Day 02 : YAMUNOTRI VISIT BARKOT – YAMUNOTRI (40 KM DRIVE / 07 KM TREK) YAMUNOTRI –BARKOT (07 KM TREK / 40 KM DRIVE)
Today, a bit early in the morning, drive to Janki Chatti. From here, start your trek to Yamunotri. Either by walk or by mule or by palanquin on own expenses.
Yamunotri, is a significant pilgrimage site and the source of the Yamuna River. Visit Yamunotri Temple, this ancient temple is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.
After spiritual rituals, start descent back trek to Jankichatti, return to the hotel in Barkot.
Overnight is at the hotel in Barkot.
3
Day 03 : BARKOT – UTTARKASHI (90 KM DRIVE / 03-04 HR)
Today morning after breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi.
En-route stop at Prakateshwar Cave, a naturally formed limestone cave.
After visiting the cave, continue your drive to Uttarkashi.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.
Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. If time permit, enjoy a peaceful evening walk along the banks of the Bhagirathi River.
Overnight is at the hotel in Uttarkashi.
4
Day 04 : GANGOTRI VISIT UTTARKASHI – GANGOTRI (100 KM DRIVE / 04 HR) GANGOTRI – UTTARKASHI (100 KM DRIVE / 04 HR)
After an early breakfast, depart for Gangotri.
Enroute visit, Gangnani, a small hamlet with natural hot springs. Take a relaxing dip in the hot water and continue your journey.
Upon arrival, visit the Gangotri Temple, one of the most revered shrines dedicated to Goddess Ganga and Gaumukh Glacier, the source of the Ganges.
After visiting Gangori temple, return to Uttarakashi.On the way enjoy picturesque Harshil Village, Bhagirathi River and the most magnificent view of Himalayas.
Continue your drive to Uttarkashi.
Overnight is at the hotel in Uttarkashi.
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Day 05: DEPARTURE ! UTTARKASHI - DUN AIRPORT/HARIDWAR STATION (169 KM DRIVE / 5-6HR)
Today after breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Dehradun airport/ Haridwar station to board your flight / train for onward journey.
Hotels
| Destinations | Hotels | Nights | Meals |
| Barkot | The Monkey Tail / Shivlinga / Divyam Resort Or similar | 02 Nts | B + D |
| Uttarkashi | Shivlinga /Great Ganga / Rajaji Hotel Or similar | 02 Nts | B + D |
Inclusions
- 04 Nights’ Accommodation on double/triple sharing basis.
- Breakfast & Dinner included at the hotel.
- AC Sedan / AC Innova Crysta / 01 AC Tempo Traveller (12/17 seater) / 01 AC Mini Bus (27 seater) as per the program (Note - AC will not work during the hill drives).
- Toll taxes, parking charges & driver’s allowances.
- Government Service Tax (GST).
- 24x7 Assistance & Support.
Exclusions
- Any flight or train tickets.
- Any VIP Darshan charges or Puja arrangement in temples.
- Any guide or tour escort.
- Entrances Fees, Camera Fees, Local Guide Charges, Portages, Pooja, Ponies, Dolis, Jeep charges.
- Expenses resulting from factors beyond our control are not covered like natural calamity, medical emergencies.
- En-route or personal expenses like laundry, personal medication, beverages, souvenirs, tips etc.
- Tips to guide, supporting staff, porters, driver etc.
- Any meals other than the one mentioned in the above inclusions.
- Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.
- No travel insurance includes medical evacuation, hospitalization, baggage coverage, and trip cancellation.
- Additional trips beyond the specified itinerary are considered optional and will incur additional charges.
- Use of mini-bar in the hotel rooms wherever available.
Terms & Conditions
- The specified cost is based on four passengers traveling together in a sedan.
- Registration for the Yatra is mandatory.
- In case of non-availability at above-mentioned hotels, we will provide the suitable alternative.
- For processing the bookings, we would require 10% payment in advance a, 35% on confirmations and balance 35 days before the arrival date. Helicopter payment will have to be paid advance at the time of helicopter booking which generally opens 1-2 months prior the travel date.
- Helicopter ride is subject to weather condition. In case helicopter does not operate we will refund you 100% for the ticket price without service charge (you will have to get stamp on ticket there).
- Any cancellation after processing the reservation will be subject to cancellation charges as per the company policy.
- Three Sixty Holidays reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for reasons such as Force Majeure events, strikes, weather conditions, and more. While we aim to arrange suitable alternatives, we are not liable for refunds or compensation claims arising from these changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chardham Yatra Opening Dates 2025
Yamunotri Opening Date – 30th April 2025
Gangotri Opening Date – 30th April 2025
Kedarnath Opening Date – 2nd May 2025
Badrinath Opening Date – 4th May 2025
Char Dham Yatra refers to the pilgrimage to the four sacred shrines in the Indian Himalayas: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. These shrines hold great significance in Hinduism.
Every year Chardham Yatra starts on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya which generally held in mid-April to May starting.
There are two methods for doing Chardham Yatra. Chardham Yatra by road and Chardham Yatra by helicopter. You can design your outing all alone yet reserving your Chardham Yatra through an enrolled and solid visit operator is dependably fitting.
Prior to going ahead and booking one of the Chardham packages, you need to ascertain what time of the year you are going to be travelling and whether or not the Chardham Yatra is open at that time of the year. Chota Chardham comprises Kedarnath, Badrinath, Gangotri and Yamunotri, with the temples marking the sources of Hinduism’s four rivers - Ganga, Yamuna, Mandakini and Alaknanda. The Chardham Yatra remains open between Aprils to the first half of November. Although the specific dates are announced by the state government of Uttarakhand annually and it states the opening and closing dates of the circuit. In the winter, the deities are moved to their winter abode such as Joshimath for Badrinath, Ukhimath for Kedarnath, Mukhba for Gangotri and Kharsali for Yamunotri. These winter abodes stay open round the year and you can visit them in that season in case you cannot make it to Chardham within the stipulated period
The best time for Char Dham Yatra is typically between May and June, avoiding the monsoon season. October is also a good time to visit Char Dham Temples. The exact timing may vary each year, so it’s essential to check the current weather conditions and pilgrimage status.
VIP Darshan ticket counter facility is available only in Kedarnath and Badrinath Dham. The charges may be around 2500-3000 per person for a single Dham. In Gangotri and Yamunotri Dham there are no special counters for VIP tickets however special Pooja can be conducted through the temple's priests
Chardham Yatra can be starts either from Delhi or Haridwar as being a capital of India, Delhi is connected with almost entire World & all major Cities of India through various flight connections and Trains. Road connectivity from Delhi to Haridwar is very good as by road it is just 210 km/ 5 hours’ drive (approx.). One can travel by air from Delhi to Dehradun (Joly Grant Airport) which is just 41 Km away (1 hrs drive approx.) from Haridwar. Nearest Railway station of Haridwar is just 16 Km before of “Har-Ki-Pauri” (Haridwar) and train journey from Delhi to Haridwar takes only 4-5 hrs approx. Chardham Yatra starts from Delhi – Haridwar – Barkot – Yamunotri – Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Guptkashi- Kedarnath- Rudraprayag- Badrinath- Joshimath- Srinagar(Garhwal)- Rishikesh – Delhi. These places can be covered in approx. 12 days from Delhi to Delhi and from Haridwar to Haridwar it takes approx. 11 days
Chardham Yatra is considered is as one of the toughest Yatra in Himalayan region, so don’t take it lightly as one should be physically and mentally fit to travel this circuit. Weather of Char Dham Circuit is very uncertain as temperature changes almost three times in a day since day time is hot and evening is pleasant but nights are sometime very cold. It is advisable to take heavy woolen cloths such as warm Jacket, Coat, Sweater, Gloves & woolen socks and good walking shoes with grip, slippers & sandals, first aid kit. Also carry Insect repellent or lotions to avoid any mosquito infection. One can carry rain coat as well as some time it rains in this circuit as weather can be changed at any time here.
Don’t forget to bring personal medicines during your trip to Char Dham Circuit if you are patient of any such dieses like any kind of allergies, diabetes or asthma or any such conditions that may require emergency treatment and are specially advised to carry prescriptions of the medicines and also preferably carry a letter from your physician during your trip.
Yamunotri - Usually reached by a trek of about 6 kilometers
Gangotri - Has a motorable road that goes up to the local market near the temple. One has to walk approx. 500 mtrs. covering the market area to reach the temple premise.
Kedarnath - The trek to Kedarnath involves a distance of approximately 18 kilometers (about 11 miles) from Gaurikund
Badrinath - accessible by road, and there is minimal walking involved from the parking area to the temple
Note: - Ponies, Palki, Mule and helicopter services are available for pilgrims who prefer not to trek the entire distance.
Please Note – These services are subject to availability and depends upon the crowd’s condition at that time only
In order to register for the Char Dham Yatra, pilgrims must first obtain a registration form from the official website or from any registered travel agency. The completed form must then be submitted to the office of the Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand along with two recent passport-sized photographs, a photocopy of your ID proof, and the registration fee.
According to Hindu mythology and beliefs, it is said that every person should complete the Chardham Yatra at least once during their lifetime.
Completing the Chardham Yatra is of prime significance to the Hindus as it is the eternal way of getting free from the tangle of life after death. It is also believed that once you complete the Chardham Yatra you will be freed from all your sins and thus attain the path of Nirvana
Yes, it is possible to undertake the Do (two) Dham Yatra from Dehradun by helicopter. The journey will take approximately 10 to 12 hrs.
Yamunotri- 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gangotri- 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
3:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Kedarnath- 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Badrinath- 4:30 AM - 1:00 PM
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Traveling Chardham with kids can be done but remember Chardham is a remote & pilgrim place with scenic beauty. If you are traveling with kids then keep emergency medicines, warm clothes, and rain jacket with you. And try to book your Chardham packages in advance, with Local Tour Operator.
Yes, it is possible to cover do dham yatra in one day by helicopter.
