Is any registration required for Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath Yatra?

All devotees and tourist are requested to register yourself and other group members at Uttarakhand government official site before coming for Char dham yatra including Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath and Kedarnath. It is compulsory for all pilgrimage.

How many days are required for complete the 4Dham Yatra?

There are two options to complete the 4dham yatra – By Road and By Helicopter (4 to 5 Days). From Delhi Chardham: 11 to 12 Days From Haridwar Chardham: 9 to 10 Days Do Dham: 5 to 6 Days Ek Dham: 3 to 4 Days

Best time to visit 4 Dham Pilgrimage ?

The best time to take the 4 Dham Pilgrimage is from April to June and again mid Sep till mid Nov, when the weather is pleasant and comfortable.

What kind of Hotels in Chardham route?

Budget & Deluxe Hotels, guest house and dharamsala are available at all the places starting from Rs.400 to Rs.7000 per day.

What kind of Transportation in Haridwar & Rishikesh for 4DHAM?

Private and Uttarakhand Transportation corporation buses are available for Chardham route. Tourist can book the private car, taxi and deluxe buses online and offline also from Haridwar, Rishikesh and Delhi based tour operators as per their budget.

What kind of items and cloths to carry while travelling?

As the Chardham yatra is at high altitude the climate is cold so it is recommended that You have to take warm clothes like sweater, trousers, thermo-coat, cap, monkey cap, comfortable shoes, masks, walking sticks, sunscreen lotions, sun glasses, high-neck, gloves, socks, personal clothing and medicines.

What is the starting date of Chardham every year?

Yamunotri and Gangotri temple will be opened on the auspicious occasion of Akshay Tritiya. The Kedarnath and Badrinath after 3 or 4 days respectively.

How to book a helicopter for Char Dham Yatra?

There are many helicopter companies, who operate the daily services for Kedarnath Shrine from Phata, Sersi and Guptakashi helipad. You can book a Helicopter ride to Kedarnath from the official tourist website of Uttarakhand government. Exclusive private charter helicopter services are also available from Dehradun, you can book with us .

Is there any age restriction to visit the Chardham Yatra?

There is no age restriction to visit the Char dham. It is always recommended that the above 60 years yatri must be medically fit and consult with doctor before coming to here. For kids must carry woollen cloths and medical kit.

How is the weather at the places where the 4 Dham temples are located?

The weather at the places where the Char Dham temples are located is extremely pleasant, cool and comfortable from April to June. From June to September, heavy showers occur, and although there is occurrence of landslides, you can visit Char Dham during these months too. The Char Dham temples remained closed during winters because of extremely heavy snowfall, thus making them inaccessible. In any case, since all of the Char Dhams are located at high altitudes, the weather is cold, and cold winds blow frequently. You should plan a trip to the 4 Dhams keeping these weather conditions in mind.

Is Nature Holidays certified tour operators in Uttarakhand?

Yes, Nature Holidays is registered and approved tour operator by Uttarakhand Tourism Devlopment Board (Uttarakhand Tourism) and active members of local tour operator associations.

How can I book a tour package and Cab with Nature Holidays Travel?

You have the many options to Call Us, Mail Us, WhatsApp us, Connect with us over Social Media or meet us at our offices in Haridwar and Rishikesh. We are available 24×7.

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Gangotri Kedarnath Gaumukh Yatra - Chardham Tour Packages

Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar drive (210 Km/6 hrs)

Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar. Arrive Haridwar and check into hotel. In the evening, visit the har ki pauri to see the “Arati” at bank of Ganges.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 02: Haridwar – Gangotri drive (275 Km/8 hrs)

Early morning after breakfast drive to Gangotri. Arrive Gangotri and check into hotel.

Gangotri Temple: The temple, constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa in the 18th Century, is situated on the right bank of Bhagirathi. Submerged Shivling: Submerged in the river, this natural rock Shivling is the place where, according to mythology Lord Shiva sat when he received the Ganga in his matted lock. It is visible in winter months when water level decreases.

Gaumukh: The Gaumukh Glacier is the source of Bhagirathi & is held in the high esteem by the devout that do not miss the opportunity to have a holy dip in the BONE CHILLING icy water. It is 14 km (one side) from Gangotri by trek.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 03: Gangotri – Chirbasa – Bhojbasa 3800m mts.

An easy walk (14 Km trek). We progress along a picturesque trail initially passes through dense deodar forests before emerging into the wide unforested valley. It then carries on to a small isolated forest of pine at Chirbases, literally the abode of pines.
Overnight: Tent

Day 04: Bhojbasa – Gaumukh (3900m) – Bhojbasa 10 Km in 4h

Trek to Gaumukh, source of the Ganges, the scenery is fascinating, with praying pilgrims and half-naked saddhus meditating along the banks of the tumultuous stream that pours out of the glacier. From here the panoramic view over Shivling (6540m) and the Bhaghirati massifs (above 6500m) is stunning. It is not surprising that saddhus chose this area to meditate in summer time.
Overnight: TentGaumukh Glacier

Day 05: Bhojbasa – Gangotri Trek – 100 Km drive Uttarkashi

Trek back to Gangotri and drive to Uttarakashi. On arrival Uttarkashi transfer to hotel.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 06: Uttarkashi – GuariKund drive (235 Km/7 hrs)

Morning drive to Guarikund. Arrive & check into hotel.
Gaurikund: At a distance of 5kms from Sonprayag and at an altitude of 1982 meters. One can take bath in the hot water pond here and visit the Gauri Temple. This is the place where Goddess Parvati meditated to attain Lord Shiva. It is the base for a trek to Kedarnath.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 07: Guarikund – Kedarnath (14 Km trek)

Start you 14 km yatra to Kedarnath. Arrive Kedarnath and check into hotel.

Kedarnath: The Kedarnath shrine, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is a scenic spot situated, against the backdrop of the majestic Kedarnath range. Kedar is another name of Lord Shiva, the protector and the destroyer. According to legend, the Pandavas after having won over the Kauravas in the Kurukshetra war, felt guilty of having killed their own brothers and sought the blessings of Lord Shiva for redemption. He eluded them repeatedly and while fleeing took refuge at Kedarnath in the form of a bull.

On being followed he dived into the ground, leaving his hump on the surface. The remaining portions of Lord Shiva appeared at four other places and are worshipped there as his manifestations. The arms appeared at Tungnath, the face at Rudranath, the belly at Madhmaheshwar and his locks (hair) with head at Kalpeshwar. Kedarnath and the four above-mentioned shrines are treated as Panch Kedar.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 08: Kedarnath – Gaurikund (14 Km trek)– Rudraprayag drive (90 Km/4 hrs)Rishikesh Laxman Jhula

Morning after visiting the temple, trek down to Gaurikund. Arrive Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag.

Rudraprayag: It is the confluence of river Mandakini and river Alaknanda. Temples: Rudranath and Chamunda Devi, Koteshwar Temple
Overnight:

Day 09: Rudraprayag – Rishikesh drive (120 Km/4 hrs)

Morning drive to Rishikesh. Arrive Rishikesh and check into hotel. Rishikesh is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with Holy Ganga flowing through it.

Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, this place is considered to be the access point of three other pilgrim places of Badrinath – Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. Rishikesh is famous for its yoga sessions that are taught here by many yoga experts (yoga fair held annually in February).
Overnight: Hotel

Day 10: Rishikesh – Delhi drive (235 Km/6 hrs)

Morning drive to Delhi via Haridwar. (End of services)

Chardham 2022 Opening Date: Yamunotri (3 May), Gangotri(3 May), Kedarnath (6 May) Badrinath (8 May)