Definition
What is Chardham Yatra?
The Four Sacred Shrines of Uttarakhand — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath
Chardham Yatra is a Hindu pilgrimage covering four sacred temples — Yamunotri (3,291 m), Gangotri (3,048 m), Kedarnath (3,583 m), and Badrinath (3,133 m) — all located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. The yatra is traditionally completed from west to east, beginning at Yamunotri and ending at Badrinath. It is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism, believed to cleanse sins and grant moksha (liberation).
1st Dham
Yamunotri
Altitude: 3,291 m · Source of River Yamuna
2nd Dham
Gangotri
Altitude: 3,048 m · Source of River Ganga
3rd Dham
Kedarnath
Altitude: 3,583 m · Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva
4th Dham
Badrinath
Altitude: 3,133 m · Abode of Lord Vishnu
Quick Facts — Chardham Yatra from Sikkim
- What: Chardham Yatra covers 4 sacred temples — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath — in Uttarakhand, India.
- Starting Point: Haridwar, Uttarakhand — pilgrims from Sikkim board at Haridwar Junction.
- Duration: 10 Days 9 Nights (standard); 12 or 14 Days for senior citizens & relaxed pace.
- Distance: Approximately 1,200 km round trip from Haridwar.
- Best Time: May–June and September–October (temples open April–November).
- Cost: Starting from ₹25,000 per person (group of 6–7 in Innova Crysta, 10 Days 9 Nights).
- Operator: Tour Venture India — registered Char Dham tour operator in Haridwar since 2013, serving pilgrims from Sikkim and all over India. 4.9 ★ Google rating, 5,000+ pilgrims served.
- Contact: +91-8057146497 | tourventureindia@gmail.com
- Registration: Mandatory since 2024 at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in — we assist free of charge.
From Sikkim
Chardham Yatra from Sikkim — Why Choose Tour Venture India?
Chardham Yatra from Sikkim: How to Reach Haridwar
Sikkim pilgrims have an advantage that most Indian states don't: you already live in the mountains. The high-altitude experience means Kedarnath (3,583 m) and Badrinath (3,133 m) are less likely to cause severe altitude issues for Sikkimese pilgrims than for those from sea-level cities. This doesn't eliminate the need for care, but it does mean the Yatra is physically more manageable for most Sikkim families.
The journey to Haridwar from Gangtok requires a shared taxi or SNT bus to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — about 120 km — followed by an overnight train to Haridwar (28–32 hours). Tour Venture India receives Sikkim pilgrims at Haridwar Junction and manages all Yatra logistics from that point.
About Tour Venture India — Your Haridwar-Based Char Dham Expert
Our Chardham Yatra package from Sikkim starts and ends at Haridwar — a clean, well-planned round trip covering all four sacred shrines: Yamunotri (3,291 m), Gangotri (3,048 m), Kedarnath (3,583 m), and Badrinath (3,133 m). Tour Venture India is a registered Char Dham tour operator in Haridwar operating since 2013 with 13+ years of experience and over 5,000 happy pilgrims. Our Haridwar-based team has personally covered the complete Chardham circuit over 200 times — giving us unmatched local knowledge of every route, temple, and rest point on the Yatra.
Expert Note: Chardham Yatra registration is mandatory since 2024. Pilgrims must register at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in (official Uttarakhand Govt portal) before visiting each dham. Tour Venture India assists all our pilgrims with free registration as part of every package we offer. For official tourism info visit uttarakhandtourism.gov.in.
Opening Dates & Key Facts
Chardham Yatra Opening Dates from Haridwar
Temple Opening & Closing Dates — All 4 Dhams
Temples open on Akshaya Tritiya (late April) each year and close in October–November.
Chardham Yatra temple opening dates, closing dates, and altitude from Haridwar
| Dham |
Opening Date |
Closing Date |
Altitude |
| Yamunotri | Late April | November (Diwali) | 3,291 m |
| Gangotri | Late April | November (Diwali) | 3,048 m |
| Kedarnath | Early May | November (Bhaidooj) | 3,583 m |
| Badrinath | Mid May | November (Vijay Dashami) | 3,133 m |
Best Time to Start from Haridwar: Depart Haridwar on or after 27 April so you reach Barkot/Janki Chatti before Yamunotri opens in late April. May–June and September–October are ideal months. Avoid July–August (monsoon, landslide risk).
Packages from Haridwar
Our Pilgrimage Tour Packages from Sikkim — Options
4 Dham, Teen Dham, Do Dham & Ek Dham Yatra from Sikkim
4 Dham Yatra Package
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Yamunotri · Gangotri · Kedarnath · Badrinath
10 Days 9 Nights
Starting from ₹40,000/person
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Teen Dham Yatra Package
Yamunotri · Gangotri · Kedarnath or Badrinath
8 Days 7 Nights
Starting from ₹20,000/person
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Do Dham Yatra Package
Kedarnath · Badrinath
6 Days 5 Nights
Starting from ₹15,000/person
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Ek Dham Yatra Package
Kedarnath · Badrinath · Gangotri
3–4 Days
Starting from ₹8,000/person
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Day by Day Plan
Chardham Yatra Itinerary from Sikkim — 10 Days 9 Nights
Complete Day-Wise Route: Haridwar (Start) → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar
Day 1: Haridwar → Barkot (220 km · ~7 hrs)
Pickup from Haridwar railway station / hotel. Drive via Rishikesh, Chamba, Uttarkashi to Barkot. Check-in hotel. Evening visit to Har Ki Pauri for Ganga Aarti.
Day 2: Barkot → Yamunotri → Barkot
Drive to Janki Chatti (40 km). Trek 6 km to Yamunotri Temple (3,291 m) — 1st Dham darshan. Cook rice in Surya Kund hot spring. Return to Barkot.
Day 3: Barkot → Uttarkashi (100 km · ~4 hrs)
Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
Day 4: Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi
Drive to Gangotri (100 km · 3,048 m) — 2nd Dham darshan. Visit Ganga temple, Surya Kund, Bhairon Ghati. Return to Uttarkashi.
Day 5: Uttarkashi → Guptkashi (220 km · ~8 hrs)
Long drive via Tehri, Devprayag, Srinagar to Guptkashi. This is the base for Kedarnath Yatra. Overnight rest.
Day 6: Guptkashi → Kedarnath (trek or helicopter)
Drive to Sonprayag → Gaurikund (shared jeep). Trek 16 km to Kedarnath (3,583 m) or take helicopter from Phata/Sirsi. — 3rd Dham darshan. Overnight at Kedarnath.
Day 7: Kedarnath → Badrinath (200 km)
Trek down from Kedarnath. Drive via Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Chamoli to Badrinath. En route see Nandprayag and Vishnuprayag confluences.
Day 8: Badrinath Darshan
Badrinath Temple darshan (3,133 m) — 4th Dham. Visit Mana Village (last Indian village before Tibet), Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Saraswati River. Tapt Kund bath before darshan.
Day 9: Badrinath → Rudraprayag (160 km)
Begin return journey. Drive via Chamoli, Karnaprayag, Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at Rudraprayag.
Day 10: Rudraprayag → Haridwar (190 km · ~5 hrs)
Drive via Devprayag, Rishikesh to Haridwar. Drop at Haridwar railway station / hotel. Chardham Yatra from Haridwar complete — Jai Badri Vishal!
What's Included & Excluded
AC Taxi, Hotel, Meals, Registration Help & 24/7 Support Included
Included
AC Taxi (Round Trip)
Haridwar to Haridwar, full trip
Hotel (9 Nights)
Twin/double sharing, all dhams
Breakfast & Dinner
Daily meals included
Toll & Parking
All toll taxes and parking charges
Yatra Registration Help
Char Dham registration assistance
24/7 Support
Trip support throughout the journey
Excluded
Train/Flight Tickets
To/from Haridwar
Kedarnath Helicopter
Optional, can be arranged
Pony / Palanquin
At Yamunotri & Kedarnath
Entry Fees
Temple entry & monument fees
GST (5%)
Applicable on package cost
Personal Expenses
Tips, shopping, laundry
Choose Your Vehicle
Vehicle Options for the Char Dham Sacred Circuit
Ertiga, Innova, Innova Crysta & Tempo Traveller — All AC, Own Fleet
All our vehicles are well-maintained, AC, and driven by experienced hill drivers who know every mountain stretch on the pilgrimage route. We maintain our own fleet — no third-party vehicles, no surprises.
Vehicle options, seating capacity and best use for Chardham Yatra from Haridwar
| Vehicle |
Capacity |
Best For |
Price |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 Pax | Small families, couples | Call for Price |
| Toyota Innova | 7 Pax | Families, most popular | Call for Price |
| Innova Crysta | 7 Pax | Premium comfort, seniors | Call for Price |
| Tempo Traveller | 9–14 Pax | Groups, cost effective | Call for Price |
Prices are per person based on sharing.
Contact us for exact quote based on your group size and dates.
Why Choose Us
Best Char Dham Tour Operators for Sikkim Pilgrims
Haridwar-Based, Registered & Trusted Since 2013 — 4.9 ★ Google Rating, 5,000+ Pilgrims
Sikkim is a small state with limited local options for Chardham packages — and most packages sold locally are routed through Haridwar agents anyway. The practical choice is to book directly with the Haridwar-based operator who will actually run your Yatra, rather than adding an intermediary. Tour Venture India is registered with the Uttarakhand Tourism Board, operates its own vehicles, and has been running the Chardham circuit for over a decade. Sikkim pilgrims who contact us book directly and get the full operator rate — no extra margin added by a middleman in Gangtok.
Based in Haridwar
Local office, on-ground support throughout Yatra
4.9 Google Rating
5,000+ happy pilgrims, verified reviews
Own Fleet of Vehicles
Well-maintained AC vehicles, experienced hill drivers
Family & Senior Specialist
Special arrangements for elderly pilgrims
Trusted Since 2013
GST registered, certified Chardham tour operator
24/7 Trip Support
Always reachable during your Yatra
Travel Guide
How to Reach Haridwar from Sikkim for Chardham Yatra
By Train, Bus / Car, or Air — Sikkim to Haridwar Routes
Haridwar is the starting point for Chardham Yatra from Sikkim. Here are the best ways to reach Haridwar from Sikkim:
By Train
Sikkim has no railway station. Take a shared taxi or SNT bus from Gangtok to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) — 120 km, approximately 4–5 hours. From NJP, take the Uttarakhand Sampark Kranti Express or Doon Express to Haridwar — journey ~28–32 hours. Book 2A or 3A sleeper well in advance; NJP trains fill up during peak Yatra season (May–June).
We arrange free station pickup at Haridwar
By Bus / Car
No direct bus from Sikkim to Haridwar. The standard route is: SNT bus or shared taxi Gangtok → NJP (4–5 hrs), then overnight train NJP → Haridwar. Some Sikkim pilgrims drive to Siliguri and take trains from there. Private vehicle groups can drive Gangtok → Siliguri → Patna → Delhi highway, but this is a 3-day road journey not suitable for most pilgrims.
We arrange pickup from Haridwar
By Air
Two airport options: Pakyong Airport (PYG), Sikkim — limited flights, seasonal connectivity, check availability. Better option: Bagdogra Airport (IXB), West Bengal — 120 km from Gangtok (2.5 hrs by taxi), good daily connectivity to Delhi (2 hrs). From Delhi, take Shatabdi Express to Haridwar (4.5 hrs). Total journey via Bagdogra: 9–11 hours. Best choice for senior Sikkim pilgrims who cannot manage the train.
Airport/station pickup arranged at Haridwar
Local Tip for Sikkim Pilgrims: Being accustomed to Sikkim's altitude (Gangtok is at ~1,650 m) helps at the dhams, but Kedarnath at 3,583 m is still significantly higher. Do not skip the rest day in Haridwar (314 m) — the descent to the plains followed by a climb back into higher mountains can disorient the body. Also: NJP–Haridwar trains run full during May and June. Book your train tickets 3–4 months in advance. We can advise on confirmed train options that best match your Yatra start date.
Yatra Preparation
What to Carry for the Char Dham Pilgrimage
Packing List: Documents, Clothing, Medical Kit & Essentials
Pack light — mountain roads require minimal luggage. Here is a practical packing list based on our 13 years of experience guiding pilgrims on the Char Dham sacred yatra:
Essential Documents
- Aadhaar Card / Voter ID (original + 2 copies)
- Chardham Yatra Registration printout
- Health / Medical certificate (if 60+)
- Emergency contact card (carry in pocket)
- Travel insurance documents
Clothing
- Warm woollen jacket / fleece (Kedarnath gets very cold)
- Waterproof raincoat / poncho
- Comfortable trekking shoes (non-slip sole)
- Light cotton clothes for lower altitude stops
- Warm socks, gloves, woollen cap
Medical Kit
- Diamox (altitude sickness tablet — consult doctor)
- Disprin / paracetamol for headache
- ORS sachets for dehydration
- Personal prescription medicines (10-day supply)
- Knee support bandage (for Kedarnath trek)
Other Essentials
- Walking stick / trekking pole
- Water bottle (1 litre — refill at springs)
- Sunscreen SPF 50+ and sunglasses
- Energy bars / dry fruits for trek
- Torch / headlamp with extra batteries
Physical Fitness: Chardham Yatra involves high altitude (up to 3,583 m at Kedarnath). Pilgrims with heart disease, BP, diabetes, or respiratory issues should consult a doctor before booking. The Kedarnath trek is 16 km (round trip 32 km) — we recommend pony or helicopter for senior citizens and those with joint problems.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Chardham Yatra from Sikkim
Cost, Duration, Best Time, Travel from Sikkim & More
What is the cost of Chardham Yatra package from Sikkim?
Chardham Yatra package from Sikkim starts from ₹25,000 per person for a group of 6–7 in Innova Crysta (10 Days 9 Nights). Cost varies based on vehicle type, hotel category, group size, and duration. Contact us at +91-8057146497 for a customised quote.
How many days does Chardham Yatra from Haridwar take?
The standard 4 Dham circuit takes 10 Days 9 Nights when departing from Haridwar. Extended packages of 12 Days or 14 Days are available for a more relaxed pace. Senior citizens are advised to take the 12-day version.
How to reach Haridwar from Sikkim for Chardham Yatra?
Sikkim has no railway station. Step 1: travel from Gangtok to New Jalpaiguri (NJP) by shared taxi or SNT bus — about 120 km, 4–5 hours. Step 2: board a train from NJP to Haridwar — Uttarakhand Sampark Kranti Express or Doon Express, journey ~28–32 hours. Alternatively: taxi to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), fly to Delhi (2 hrs), then Shatabdi Express to Haridwar (4.5 hrs) — total 9–11 hours. Book NJP train tickets well in advance for peak season. Tour Venture India arranges free pickup from Haridwar Junction.
Is Kedarnath helicopter available from Haridwar package?
Yes. Kedarnath helicopter can be added to your package. Helicopter services operate from Phata, Sirsi, Guptkashi, and Agastyamuni. We arrange helicopter booking at no extra booking fee. Charges are approx ₹4,000–₹8,000 per person one way.
Which is the best vehicle for Chardham Yatra from Haridwar?
Toyota Innova Crysta is the most popular and recommended vehicle for this pilgrimage — spacious, comfortable on mountain roads, and reliable. For groups of 9–14 people, Tempo Traveller is the best option. For couples or 2–3 travelers, Maruti Ertiga is economical.
What is the best time for Chardham Yatra from Haridwar?
The best time is May–June (right after portals open in late April) and September–October (post-monsoon, clearer skies). Avoid July–August due to heavy monsoon and landslide risk on Uttarakhand mountain roads.
Can senior citizens do Chardham Yatra from Haridwar?
Yes, absolutely. We specialize in Char Dham family pilgrimage packages for senior citizens departing from Haridwar. We arrange helicopter for Kedarnath, pony/palki for Yamunotri, hotels close to temples, and a relaxed 12-day itinerary. Please consult your doctor before booking if you have any heart or respiratory conditions.
Written & Verified By
Tour Venture India — Chardham Yatra Experts
Haridwar-based Char Dham Tour Operator serving Sikkim pilgrims · Registered with Uttarakhand Tourism Board · GST: 05AAXFT6496L1Z1
This page is written and maintained by the Tour Venture India team — pilgrimage travel specialists based in Haridwar since 2013. We welcome Sikkim pilgrims every season — small groups and family parties who make the journey via New Jalpaiguri with great sincerity. Sikkimese pilgrims generally adapt well to high altitude, and we have found them among the most prepared and physically capable groups on the Yatra. Our team has personally completed the Chardham circuit over 200 times and has guided 5,000+ pilgrims from across India. All package details, opening dates, costs, and travel tips on this page are verified from our direct on-ground experience and official Uttarakhand government sources.
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