Chardham Yatra by Car

To begin the road trip to Chardham yatra, you will first meet the assigned tour representative cum your driver. Get a warm welcome and greetings from your guide along with a brief description about the journey ahead.
It is recommended to begin the road trip early, so that you will reach further destinations on time. From Delhi, Haridwar is roughly 230 kms, 6 hrs. drive away. Even if we take a short mid-way halt for relaxation and refreshments, you will reach the destination by late afternoon.
On reaching Haridwar, visit the Har ki Pauri to worship the Ganga River. Have a relaxed break of a few hours as per the availability of time. Further the drive is of approx. 200 to 215 km via Mussoorie or Dehradun. 
By the late evening, reach Barkot and check in to the pre-booked lodge. Barkot is the base point for Yamunotri Dham Trek and a picturesque hill station at the same time. Experience the serenity in its atmosphere and you’ll notice that “Life is so grateful.”
Stay overnight comfortably in the lodge.

Early in the morning, wake up refreshed with a cup of coffee or tea followed by a breakfast. The day is going to be spiritually adventurous, especially for trekkers. Gear up your trekking shoes and take a drive off for Janki Chatti.
From Janki Chatti, embark on a moderate trek of 5 to 6 km uphill through forests, streams, and rocky pathways. For those having elderly people in group, can opt for ponies, mules, and palanquins.
On reaching Yamunotri Temple, worship the Yamuna River, the second most sacred river after the Ganges. Taking a dip in River Yamuna is believed to guard from untimely death. Inside the temple, you can see hot water springs where prasad is prepared which is offered to the deity.
Lately, return to the Janki Chatti and there you will meet your guide who will assist you with a hotel drop.
 

This morning after breakfast and a refreshing cup of coffee or tea, get ready to leave for Uttarkashi (81.9 Km; 2 hr. 28 min). 
Uttarkashi is a beautiful cultural heritage town famous for an ancient temple devoted to Lord Shiva, flocked by thousands throughout the year. This destination is filled with several temples of Lord Hanuman, Goddess Durga, Parshuram, Dattatrya, Bhairav, Annapurna, Laksheswar, and Ekadashrudra, etc.
As you arrive in Uttarkashi, spend the remaining day as per your preference. Stay relaxed overnight in Uttarkashi.
 

The day is planned to worship Goddess Ganga’s Temple, one of the most popular spiritual destinations in North India. Gangotri is nestled among lofty Garhwal Himalayan peaks, glaciers, and dense forests, offering stunning views all around.
To reach the sacred town of Gangotri, you will pass by the Gaumukh and the high meadows of Tapovan, offering stunning Himalayan views and challenging terrain includes glacier walks. The 40 km drive usually takes 5 to 6 hrs., setting base at the holy town.
After worshipping the temple, return to the hotel in Uttarkashi for a relaxed overnight stay.
 

The fifth day of this tour takes you to Guptkashi, 200 km; 7 hrs. So, gear up and check out from the hotel and leave for Guptkashi by car. 
Guptkashi is the base of Kedarnath temple trek and therefore it’s it the most prominent site of Chardham Yatra Package. It lies enroute to Kedarnath, nestled amid the green Mandakini River valley having an abundance of magnolia flowers. 
The main attraction here is Vishwanath Temple, Ardhnarishwar Temple, and Mandakini Kund, where you can visit after reaching Guptkashi. 
Relax overnight at the hotel in Guptkashi.
 

This is the most important part of Chardham Yatra Route, as you move to Shri Kedarnath Jyotirlinga Temple. The day begins with a drive to Gaurikund or Sonprayag, from there, start a challenging 16 – 17 km trek to the temple.
Alternatively, you can choose to take a helicopter ride from the nearby helipads in Phata, Sersi, or Guptkashi. This is the most appropriate way of covering the distance for groups with elderly people and kids. 
While chanting “Om Namah Shivay”, you will reach the Kedarnath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. A colonial rock formation inside the temple is worshipped as Lord Shiva in his “Sadashiva” form.
After performing the rituals, spend some leisure hours. Stay comfortable overnight at the government lodge in Kedarnath.
 

The day is planned for a return journey to Guptkashi. After morning tea and breakfast, check out from the hotel and enjoy a drive to Guptkashi again. As you arrive there, the remaining day will be at leisure. Stay comfortably in a hotel room or go for activities of your interest.
 

Here comes the last dham of your tour, Badrinath, where history and mythology come alive. The Badrinaryan temple lies on the banks of Alaknanda River, the sacred town between Nar and Narayan Mountain ranges. The temple is believed to have been built by sage Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century.
On reaching Badrinath, worship the Lord Vishnu, as its presiding deity. Perform rituals and experience the whisper of mountain winds.
Later, return to Guptkashi for a relaxed stay overnight.
 

The second last day of your sacred journey takes you to Rudraprayag, one of the Panch Prayag where Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers meet. The place holds immense spiritual significance as the part of this tour.
On reaching Rudraprayag, check in to a prebooked stay and relax. Spend the remaining day at leisure and take part in activities like nature walks, village visit, or spiritual experiences. 
Relax overnight in Rudraprayag as you need to wake up early next morning for the final departure back to hometown.
 

On the last day, check out from hotel in Rudraprayag and leave for a journey to Delhi via Haridwar.
You can take a break at Haridwar between your long tiring journey to Delhi. Once you reach Delhi, the tour concludes, as you will be dropped to a predefined drop point.