Package Overview
Embark on an unforgettable spiritual and Himalayan adventure through the sacred land of Uttarakhand with our Char Dham Yatra with Gaumukh from Haridwar.
This carefully planned journey covers the four revered Dhams—Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath—along with the extraordinary Gaumukh Glacier trek, regarded as the source area of the Bhagirathi River.
The journey begins in Haridwar and takes you through the scenic Himalayan valleys of Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. Along the way, pilgrims experience sacred temples, mountain landscapes, rivers, traditional Himalayan settlements and the serenity of the high Himalayas.
The Gaumukh section adds an adventure component to the pilgrimage. The trek passes through the Gangotri National Park and requires the necessary permits; the official tourism guidance describes the route as moderate to challenging.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Haridwar to Barkot / Janki Chatti
Morning pickup from Haridwar Railway Station / Hotel and begin your journey towards Barkot / Janki Chatti via Mussoorie. Enjoy the scenic Himalayan drive through mountain roads and beautiful valleys. Upon arrival, check in to your accommodation and relax for the evening.
- Route: Haridwar – Mussoorie – Barkot / Janki Chatti
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Barkot or Janki Chatti
- Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Yamunotri Dham Darshan & Return
After an early breakfast, proceed towards 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 thermal springs. Return to Janki Chatti / Barkot for overnight stay.
- Route: Janki Chatti – Yamunotri – Janki Chatti / Barkot
- Accommodation: Hotel / Camp in Barkot or Janki Chatti
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Barkot to Uttarkashi
After breakfast, depart for Uttarkashi. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax. Depending on available time, visit local temples and markets, and prepare for the upcoming Gangotri and Gaumukh section of the journey.
- Route: Barkot – Uttarkashi
- Accommodation: Hotel in Uttarkashi
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Uttarkashi to Gangotri
After breakfast, drive towards Gangotri through a spectacular Himalayan landscape passing through Harsil along the Bhagirathi River. On arrival at Gangotri, check in to the hotel, visit Gangotri Temple for Darshan, and spend peaceful moments near the river.
- Route: Uttarkashi – Harsil – Gangotri
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guest House in Gangotri
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5: Gangotri to Bhojbasa (Gaumukh Trek)
Start early in the morning for the Gaumukh trek. After permit verification, begin trekking through Gangotri National Park via Chirbasa towards Bhojbasa (approx. 14 km). Enjoy dramatic high-altitude Himalayan scenery along the trail.
- Trek Route: Gangotri – Chirbasa – Bhojbasa (Approx. 14 km trek)
- Accommodation: Camp / Guest House in Bhojbasa
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Bhojbasa to Gaumukh & Return to Bhojbasa
Begin the day’s trek towards Gaumukh, the glacier source of the sacred Bhagirathi River. Spend time taking in the spectacular glacier surroundings before trekking back to Bhojbasa for rest and overnight stay.
- Trek Route: Bhojbasa – Gaumukh Glacier – Bhojbasa (Approx. 8 km round trek)
- Accommodation: Camp / Guest House in Bhojbasa
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Bhojbasa to Gangotri & Drive to Uttarkashi
After breakfast, trek back from Bhojbasa to Gangotri (14 km). Meet your vehicle at Gangotri and drive towards Uttarkashi. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and relax after completing the trek.
- Route: 14 km trek to Gangotri + Drive to Uttarkashi
- Accommodation: Hotel in Uttarkashi
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi / Sonprayag
After breakfast, begin a long, scenic drive towards Guptkashi / Sonprayag. Enjoy changing mountain landscapes and river valleys as you enter the Kedarnath region. Check in to your hotel and prepare for the Kedarnath Yatra.
- Route: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi / Sonprayag
- Accommodation: Hotel in Guptkashi or Sonprayag
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9: Guptkashi / Sonprayag to Kedarnath
After an early breakfast, proceed to the designated Kedarnath access point (Sonprayag / Gaurikund). Continue towards Kedarnath by your chosen mode (trekking, pony/palki, or helicopter). Arrive in Kedarnath, check in, and proceed for evening Temple Darshan and Aarti.
- Route: Guptkashi / Sonprayag – Gaurikund – Kedarnath (16 km trek)
- Accommodation: Hotel / Guest House in Kedarnath
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 10: Kedarnath to Guptkashi / Sonprayag
Wake up early for morning Darshan at Kedarnath Temple (subject to temple timings). After breakfast, begin the downhill trek towards Gaurikund / Sonprayag. Meet your vehicle and drive back to Guptkashi / Sonprayag for rest.
- Route: 16 km trek to Gaurikund + Drive to Guptkashi / Sonprayag
- Accommodation: Hotel in Guptkashi or Sonprayag
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 11: Guptkashi / Sonprayag to Badrinath
After breakfast, drive towards Badrinath through scenic mountain valleys along the Alaknanda River via Joshimath. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and proceed for evening Darshan and prayers at Badrinath Temple.
- Route: Guptkashi – Joshimath – Badrinath
- Accommodation: Hotel in Badrinath
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 12: Badrinath to Rudraprayag / Srinagar
After morning Darshan at Badrinath Temple, visit Tapt Kund, Vyas Gufa, Saraswati River, and Mana Village (subject to time and road conditions). Begin the return journey through the Alaknanda Valley towards Rudraprayag or Srinagar for overnight stay.
- Route: Badrinath – Mana Village – Joshimath – Rudraprayag / Srinagar
- Accommodation: Hotel in Rudraprayag or Srinagar
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 13: Rudraprayag / Srinagar to Haridwar Departure
After breakfast, continue the return drive towards Haridwar through the scenic Garhwal region via Devprayag. Upon arrival in Haridwar, drop at Haridwar Railway Station or Hotel as your journey concludes with sacred blessings.
- Route: Rudraprayag / Srinagar – Devprayag – Haridwar
- Accommodation: Not Applicable
- Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation in hotels/guesthouses/camps as per the selected package category.
- Accommodation on twin/triple-sharing basis, unless otherwise specified.
- Daily breakfast and dinner.
- Lunch during the Gaumukh trekking section, as specified in the final package.
- Transportation from Haridwar to Haridwar by suitable vehicle.
- Driver allowance, fuel, toll taxes and applicable parking charges.
- Pickup and drop-off at the designated point in Haridwar.
- Accommodation at all destinations mentioned in the final itinerary.
- Assistance from the tour coordinator/driver.
- Gaumukh trekking support as per the selected package.
- Necessary Gaumukh/Gangotri National Park permit assistance, subject to government rules and availability.
Exclusions
- Airfare or railway tickets.
- Lunch during the road journey unless specifically mentioned.
- Pony, palki, mule or horse charges at Yamunotri/Kedarnath.
- Helicopter service to/from Kedarnath.
- VIP/Special Darshan or pooja arrangements.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service and shopping.
- Personal snacks, beverages and bottled water.
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Trekking shoes, jackets, backpacks or other personal equipment.
- Personal porter charges unless specifically included.
- Medical expenses, hospitalization or emergency evacuation.
- Travel/medical insurance.
- Any additional accommodation or meals caused by delays.
- Expenses arising from landslides, road closures, weather disruptions, strikes, natural calamities or government restrictions.
- Any service not specifically listed under Inclusions.
- GST or other applicable taxes, if not included in the quoted package price.
Duration
12 Nights / 13 Days
Start / End
Haridwar / Haridwar
Snapshot of the trip Route
Highlights of the tour
- Sacred Yamunotri Dham Darshan
- Sacred Gangotri Dham Darshan
- Gaumukh Glacier Trek
- Visit to Kedarnath Dham
- Visit to Badrinath Dham
- Scenic drive through the Garhwal Himalayas
- Holy Ganga/Alaknanda/Bhagirathi river valleys
- Traditional Himalayan villages and landscapes
- Dedicated time for temple darshan and pilgrimage activities
- Comfortable road journey with planned overnight halts
- A combination of spirituality, nature and Himalayan adventure
