Char Dham Yatra, 2027 season
Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath.
Overview
The four sacred shrines of the Himalaya. This is a serious journey: altitude, weather and long drives shape every day, so we plan with buffers and honest advice about who it suits. Your Journey Manager travels with the group throughout, with local hosts, and licensed guides where needed, at each place.
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive and settle in at Haridwar
- Meet your Journey Manager and the group.
- Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri and a quiet evening by the river.
- Day 2
Yamunotri
- The source of the Yamuna, reached by a short trek from the road head. Pony and palanquin options are available.
- Travel from Haridwar with breaks, and an easy evening.
- Day 3
A rest and darshan day at Yamunotri
- A slower day for darshan, rest and buffer against weather or delays.
- Day 4
Gangotri
- The temple of the Ganga on the Bhagirathi, with a short walk to the river.
- Travel from Yamunotri with breaks, and an easy evening.
- Day 5
A rest and darshan day at Gangotri
- A slower day for darshan, rest and buffer against weather or delays.
- Day 6
Kedarnath
- The Jyotirlinga beneath the snow peaks, reached by trek, pony, palanquin or helicopter, depending on health and conditions.
- Travel from Gangotri with breaks, and an easy evening.
- Day 7
A rest and darshan day at Kedarnath
- A slower day for darshan, rest and buffer against weather or delays.
- Day 8
Badrinath
- The temple of Badrinarayan on the Alaknanda, with the village of Mana nearby.
- Travel from Kedarnath with breaks, and an easy evening.
- Day 9
A rest and darshan day at Badrinath
- A slower day for darshan, rest and buffer against weather or delays.
- Day 10
Departure
- Breakfast and transfer for your onward journey.
Indicative itinerary. Timings depend on darshan slots, weather and traffic, and your Journey Manager adjusts the plan on the day.
Price sheet
Pricing confirmed on enquiry. Here is exactly what that covers.
Included
- Ground transport from the meeting point, with verified drivers
- A StayNaut Journey Manager throughout
- Local hosts at each place and, where needed, a licensed guide
- 10 nights in stays we have visited and checked, with breakfast
- A daily WhatsApp update to a family contact, if you wish
Paid at official counters
- Only where a temple or monument itself charges for entry, an aarti seat or a special-entry ticket
- Shown to you in advance, charged at cost, with a receipt
Optional extras
- Photography session with a vetted photographer
- Wheelchair or other assistance
- Puja through a vetted pujari at published rates
- Single-room supplement
Not included
- Flights or train tickets to the meeting point (we can help you book)
- Meals not shown in the itinerary
- Personal expenses, donations and shopping
We do not sell “VIP darshan”. If anyone offers it to you on this journey, tell your Journey Manager.
Pace
Challenging: altitude, treks or long transfers. Fitness and medical clearance are needed, and we will ask about health before we confirm your place.
Places you will visit
Good to know
- The Char Dham shrines are open only in a season, roughly May to October or November, and weather can close roads. Registration and health advisories apply, and we handle registration for our guests.
- Fitness and medical clearance are needed. Tell us about heart, blood pressure and breathing conditions when you enquire.
- Dress modestly, and carry a light shawl or stole.
- Wear comfortable footwear that is easy to remove. Shoes are left outside temples.
- Carry a photo ID and any regular medicines.
- Some temples do not allow phones, cameras or bags inside. We tell you which ones before you go and arrange safe storage.
- Rules, timings and queues change around festivals and during VIP visits. Your Journey Manager checks on the day and adjusts the plan.
Changes and cancellations
Plans can change. Our cancellation and refund terms are on one page in plain language, and we tell you before you pay what applies to your dates. Read the terms.