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 Haridwar
- What: Chardham Yatra covers 4 sacred temples — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath — in Uttarakhand, India.
- Starting Point: Haridwar, Uttarakhand — pilgrims from Panch Kedar 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 Panch Kedar 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 Panch Kedar
Chardham Yatra from Panch Kedar — Why Choose Tour Venture India?
Chardham Yatra from Panch Kedar: How to Reach Haridwar
Planning Chardham Yatra from Panch Kedar? Haridwar is the most convenient starting point — well connected from Panch Kedar by train, bus, and air. Check nearest railway station to Panch Kedar for trains to Haridwar Junction. Distance from Panch Kedar to Haridwar is approximately Varies, taking Varies by route. Tour Venture India arranges pickup from Haridwar station or airport for all Panch Kedar pilgrims.
About Tour Venture India — Your Haridwar-Based Char Dham Expert
Our Chardham Yatra package from Panch Kedar 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.
Freshness Update 2027
Chardham Yatra 2027 Opening Dates from Haridwar
Temple Opening & Closing Dates — All 4 Dhams
Plan your 2027 pilgrimage — portals open on Akshaya Tritiya (29 April 2027) and close in October–November 2027.
Chardham Yatra 2027 temple opening dates, closing dates, and altitude from Haridwar
| Dham |
Opening Date 2027 |
Closing Date 2027 |
Altitude |
| Yamunotri | 29 April 2027 | Nov 2027 (Diwali) | 3,291 m |
| Gangotri | 29 April 2027 | Nov 2027 (Diwali) | 3,048 m |
| Kedarnath | 2 May 2027 | Nov 2027 (Bhaidooj) | 3,583 m |
| Badrinath | 8 May 2027 | Nov 2027 (Vijay Dashami) | 3,133 m |
Best Time to Start from Haridwar: Depart Haridwar on or after 27 April 2027 so you reach Barkot/Janki Chatti before Yamunotri opens on 29 April. May–June and September–October are ideal months. Avoid July–August (monsoon, landslide risk).
Packages from Haridwar
Our Pilgrimage Tour Packages from Panch Kedar — Options
4 Dham, Teen Dham, Do Dham & Ek Dham Yatra from Panch Kedar
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 Panch Kedar — 10 Days 9 Nights
Complete Day-Wise Route: Haridwar (Start) → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Haridwar
D1
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.
D2
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.
D3
Barkot → Uttarkashi (100 km · ~4 hrs)
Drive to Uttarkashi. Visit Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay at Uttarkashi.
D4
Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi
Drive to Gangotri (100 km · 3,048 m) — 2nd Dham darshan. Visit Ganga temple, Surya Kund, Bhairon Ghati. Return to Uttarkashi.
D5
Uttarkashi → Guptkashi (220 km · ~8 hrs)
Long drive via Tehri, Devprayag, Srinagar to Guptkashi. This is the base for Kedarnath Yatra. Overnight rest.
D6
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.
D7
Kedarnath → Badrinath (200 km)
Trek down from Kedarnath. Drive via Rudraprayag, Karanprayag, Chamoli to Badrinath. En route see Nandprayag and Vishnuprayag confluences.
D8
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.
D9
Badrinath → Rudraprayag (160 km)
Begin return journey. Drive via Chamoli, Karnaprayag, Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at Rudraprayag.
D10
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 Panch Kedar Pilgrims
Haridwar-Based, Registered & Trusted Since 2013 — 4.9 ★ Google Rating, 5,000+ Pilgrims
Tour Venture India is one of the most trusted Chardham travel agents for pilgrims from Panch Kedar. Based in Haridwar, we are registered with the Uttarakhand Tourism Board — giving us an unmatched advantage in local knowledge, route expertise, and on-ground support throughout your sacred journey from Panch Kedar.
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 Panch Kedar for Chardham Yatra
By Train, Bus / Car, or Air — Panch Kedar to Haridwar Routes
Haridwar is the starting point for Chardham Yatra from Panch Kedar. Here are the best ways to reach Haridwar from Panch Kedar:
By Train
Check nearest railway station to Panch Kedar for trains to Haridwar Junction.
We arrange free station pickup at Haridwar
By Bus / Car
Bus services available from Panch Kedar to Haridwar via major highways.
We arrange pickup from Haridwar
By Air
Nearest airport to Panch Kedar. Fly to Delhi or Dehradun, then connect to Haridwar.
Airport/station pickup arranged at Haridwar
Local Tip for Panch Kedar Pilgrims: Plan to reach Haridwar the day before your Yatra start. Stay near Har Ki Pauri and attend the evening Ganga Aarti at 7 PM — a spiritually powerful beginning. Tour Venture India arranges hotel near Har Ki Pauri on request.
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 Panch Kedar
Cost, Duration, Best Time, Travel from Panch Kedar & More
What is the cost of Chardham Yatra package from Panch Kedar?
Chardham Yatra package from Panch Kedar 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 Panch Kedar for Chardham Yatra?
From Panch Kedar: Check nearest railway station to Panch Kedar for trains to Haridwar Junction. Bus services available from Panch Kedar to Haridwar via major highways. Nearest airport to Panch Kedar. Fly to Delhi or Dehradun, then connect to Haridwar. We arrange pickup from Haridwar station.
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 in 2027?
The best time is May–June 2027 (right after portals open on 29 April 2027) and September–October 2027 (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 Panch Kedar 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, serving pilgrims from Panch Kedar and across India. Our team has personally completed the Chardham Yatra circuit over 200 times and has guided 5,000+ pilgrims. All package details, opening dates, costs, and travel tips are verified from our on-ground experience and official sources.
Uttarakhand Tourism Registered
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200+ Circuits Completed
5,000+ Pilgrims Served
