A Comprehensive Guide to the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand

Adorned with beautiful Himalayan Mountain Peaks as its throne, embellished with clean ambiance and oak trees, purifying atmosphere with gushing rivers Ganga & Yamuna, and glorifying ambiance with a cluster of pilgrimage places. Yes, you are at the Adobe of Gods, Uttarakhand.

Introduction to Uttarakhand's Char Dham Yatra

Char Dham Yatra is a pilgrimage to four of the most important temples in Uttarakhand which are Yamunotri, Gangotri, Badrinath, and Kedarnath. People travel to all these shrines to achieve Moksha because of their utmost spiritual importance. Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand begins in May and ends in October, with final dates declared on the auspicious day of Akshay Tritiya. Each of the four Dhams has a separate opening and closing date based on their geographic and climatic variability.

When Is the Best Time to Go for a Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand?

As the Char Dham in Uttarakhand is doors open in May and stay open until November, the perfect time to visit is from May to June and from Mid-August to November. The month of July is often avoided owing to severe monsoons and weather effects.

How to Get to Char Dham Places?

Haridwar, a city of temples, ashrams, and peace, is the famed gateway to Char Dham in Uttarakhand. You may reach Haridwar by the following means of transportation from any city in India.
By Air
You may take a flight to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun as it is the closest airport to Haridwar and then continue your journey to the city. Additionally, you may also easily fly to Char Dham by helicopter from Dehradun.
By Train
Uttarakhand's major cities, such as Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Dehradun are well connected to the Indian Railways network. You may either purchase a full Char Dham Yatra package through a travel agency in Dehradun or simply take a cab to all of the locations.
By Bus
You can charter a bus from nearby cities such as Haridwar for an end-to-end tour from your selected location. The Bus tour package can be all-inclusive or customized to meet your unique requirements.

Why Is Char Dham Yatra So Significant in Hindu Pilgrimage?

Yamunotri Dham, named after Goddess Yamuna, is the first Dham of Yatra and is said to heal all sins with a single Holy plunge. Gangotri Dham is the birthplace of the River Ganga, which is said to have descended directly from heaven. Kedarnath Dham, commonly regarded as one of Lord Shiva's twelve Jyotirlingas, is situated on the Mandakini River's banks. Badrinath Dham is an adobe of Lord Vishnu that sits majestically on the banks of the Alaknanda River.

10-Day Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand Tour from DB Tours and Travels

The following is a detailed itinerary for a 10-day Char Dham road trip via car
Day 1: Dehradun to Syanachatti/Janki Chatti/Hanuman Chatti Arrive at the Dehradun Airport/Railway Station and travel to Syanachatti/Janki Chatti/Hanuman Chatti as per hotel booking. (Yamunotri Base Camp)
Day 2: Yamunotri Darshan Visit the Yamunotri Dham, and return to base after the darshan. Yamunotri is the original source of the Yamuna River which is the second largest and one of the holiest rivers in India after Ganga. Additionally, there are several hot springs around the temple that pilgrims can relax in. Lunch and time for leisure. Dinner and overnight in Hanuman Chatti (Base).
Day 3: Yamunotri Hanuman Chatti to Uttarkashi After breakfast depart for Uttarkashi – the base for Gangotri Dham.
Day 4: Gangotri Darshan After a nice shower leave for Gangotri Darshan and enjoy your day at Gangotri Dham. Overnight in Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi to Phata After the Gangotri darshan and proper sleep, proceed for Kedarnath ji Dham towards Gauri Kund or Phata. Then enjoy your evening at leisure overnight stays at the hotel at Phata / Gauri Kund.
Day 6: Kedarnath Darshan Get set to board your Helicopter flight an hour prior to the scheduled departure time. The Kedarnath temple is located among the snow-capped Himalayan peaks and attracts millions of tourists each year. It is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Kedar or Lord Shiva. On completion of Kedarnath Yatra by helicopter, return to Phata and rest. In case you intend to stay the night at Kedarnath Dham then you can return the next morning.
Day 7: Kedarnath to Joshimath Travel from Phata to Joshimath and stay at a hotel in Joshimath.
Day 8: Badrinath Ji Darshan Badrinath is a Hindu sacred town in the Chamoli region of Uttarakhand. It is the most important of the four Dhams. After darshan return to Joshimath, and enjoy your evening at leisure along with an overnight stay at Joshimath.
Day 9: Joshimath to Haridwar After breakfast leave for Haridwar / Rishikesh from Joshimath. Upon arrival at the hotel relax and rejuvenate yourself.
Day 10: Haridwar Sightseeing After breakfast visit Haridwar. Har ki Pauri, Mansa devi mandir, Chandi Devi Mandir etc and prepare for the return journey to Dehradun or to board a flight from Jollygrant Airport as scheduled.
Key Takeaway The Char Dham pilgrimage is a fantasy quest that may seem difficult and tedious, yet it is rewarding. We hope we have given you enough information on the tour. So, if you are planning to go for a Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand, make sure to contact DB Tours and Travels. DB Tours and Travels is the best travel agency in Dehradun, that provides a variety of holiday packages to its clients and makes sure to specifically cater to their custom needs as well.