Package Overview
Experience a spiritually enriching 13 Nights / 14 Days Char Dham Yatra with Tungnath from Delhi, covering the four sacred Dhams of Uttarakhand—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath—along with the revered Tungnath Temple.
The route is planned to provide a balanced combination of pilgrimage, mountain scenery and adequate rest between the longer Himalayan drives. Uttarakhand Tourism identifies Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath as the four Char Dham destinations, while Tungnath is part of the Panch Kedar tradition.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar
Early morning departure from Delhi and drive towards Haridwar. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. In the evening, visit Har Ki Pauri to witness and participate in the world-famous Ganga Aarti on the banks of the sacred River Ganges.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 220–230 km (5–6 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Haridwar
- Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot / Janki Chatti
After an early breakfast, depart for Barkot / Janki Chatti. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Himalayan foothills with panoramic views of Mussoorie and mountain valleys. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and rest for the evening.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 210–220 km (7–8 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Barkot or Janki Chatti
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Yamunotri Darshan & Return to Barkot
Early morning, proceed to Janki Chatti and begin the pilgrimage trek to Yamunotri Dham (pony/palki available locally). Offer prayers at Yamunotri Temple and take a holy dip in the natural hot thermal springs. Trek back to Janki Chatti and drive back to Barkot/Janki Chatti for rest.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 5–6 km drive + 6 km trek each way
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Barkot or Janki Chatti
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi
After breakfast at the hotel, drive towards Uttarkashi amidst scenic Himalayan landscapes. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Visit the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple (subject to available time) and rest to prepare for the Gangotri excursion.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 100 km (4 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Uttarkashi
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Gangotri & Return to Uttarkashi / Harsil
Early morning departure for Gangotri Dham. Visit Gangotri Temple to offer prayers and spend peaceful moments near the sacred Bhagirathi River. Explore nearby areas around Gangotri (subject to time) before driving back to Uttarkashi / Harsil for overnight stay.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 200 km round trip (7–8 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Uttarkashi / Harsil
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
After an early breakfast, begin a long scenic drive towards Guptkashi. Travel through picturesque mountain valleys and river routes with en-route meal and photo breaks. Arrive at Guptkashi, check in to your hotel, and relax for the upcoming Kedarnath Yatra.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 220–230 km (8–9 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Guptkashi
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7: Guptkashi to Sonprayag / Gaurikund to Kedarnath
Early morning transfer towards Sonprayag / Gaurikund. Begin the trek to Kedarnath (on foot, pony/palki, or helicopter, subject to availability). Arrive at Kedarnath in the evening, check in to your hotel/guest house, and attend evening Darshan and Aarti at Kedarnath Temple.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 30 km drive + 16 km trek
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guest House in Kedarnath
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Kedarnath Darshan & Return to Guptkashi / Phata
Attend early morning Kedarnath Temple Darshan and seek blessings. After breakfast, begin the downhill trek towards Gaurikund / Sonprayag. Meet your vehicle and drive towards Guptkashi / Phata for hotel check-in and evening rest.
- Distance Covered: 16 km trek + 30 km drive
- Accommodation: Hotel in Guptkashi / Phata
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Guptkashi / Phata to Chopta
After breakfast, depart for Chopta through a scenic drive across lush Himalayan valleys. Upon arrival in Chopta, check in to your hotel/camp. Relax and enjoy the beautiful meadows and tranquil surroundings of Chopta in preparation for tomorrow’s Tungnath trek.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 45–50 km (2–3 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Chopta
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Chopta to Tungnath & Return to Chopta
After an early breakfast, proceed to the starting point and begin the trek towards Tungnath Temple—the highest Shiva temple in the world (~3,500 m). Offer prayers at Tungnath, with an optional extension trek to Chandrashila Peak (~3,700 m) based on weather and fitness. Trek back to Chopta for evening rest.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 3.5 km trek each way (+ 1.5 km for Chandrashila)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Chopta
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Chopta to Badrinath
After breakfast, depart towards Badrinath Dham. Drive via Joshimath through the scenic Alaknanda Valley. Upon arrival in Badrinath, check in at the hotel and proceed for evening Badrinath Temple Darshan and Aarti (subject to temple timings).
- Distance Covered: Approx. 160–170 km (6–7 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Badrinath
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Badrinath to Mana Village to Rudraprayag
Attend early morning Badrinath Darshan, followed by a visit to Mana Village (the last Indian village near China border), Vyas Gufa, and Saraswati River. Later, drive towards Rudraprayag, visiting Narsingh Temple in Joshimath en route (subject to time). Check in and relax in Rudraprayag.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 160 km (6–7 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Rudraprayag
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh
After breakfast, drive towards Rishikesh through scenic Himalayan foothills, stopping en route to visit Devprayag (confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers). Upon arrival in Rishikesh, visit Ram Jhula and riverfront areas as time permits, spending the evening at leisure.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 140 km (5 hours)
- Accommodation: Hotel in Rishikesh
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 14: Rishikesh / Haridwar to Delhi Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Optionally visit Ganga Ghat before beginning the return drive to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi by evening and transfer to Delhi Railway Station / Airport / Home as your sacred Yatra concludes.
- Distance Covered: Approx. 230–240 km (6–7 hours)
- Accommodation: Not Applicable
- Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation in selected hotels
- Daily breakfast and dinner, as per selected meal plan
- Delhi-to-Delhi transportation
- Driver allowance, tolls and parking
- All transfers and sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
- Hotel accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis
- Assistance during the pilgrimage
- All four Char Dham destinations
- Tungnath excursion
Exclusions
- Train/flight tickets to/from Delhi
- Kedarnath helicopter service
- Pony, palki/doli or other personal transportation
- Trekking equipment
- VIP/special darshan or puja charges
- Personal expenses
- Lunches unless specifically mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Laundry, telephone and room-service charges
- Expenses arising from landslides, road closures, weather disruptions or other circumstances beyond the operator’s control
Duration
13 Nights / 14 Days
Start / End
Delhi / Delhi
Snapshot of the trip Route
Highlights of the tour
- Yamunotri Temple Darshan
- Gangotri Temple Darshan
- Kedarnath Jyotirlinga Darshan
- Badrinath Temple Darshan
- Tungnath Temple Darshan
- Himalayan views at Chopta
- Ganga Aarti at Haridwar
- Visit to Mana Village, subject to local conditions
- Optional Chandra Shila trek, subject to weather and fitness
Tungnath is situated at about 3,500 m, and the Chopta–Tungnath trail is approximately 3 km one way, Chandra Shila adds another section to the trek.
