Can Char Dham be done in 10 days from Haridwar?

Yes. By road it fits into 10 days and 9 nights if day 1 starts early from Haridwar. You still get a night at Kedarnath and a night at Badrinath. If you want a separate arrival day, choose our 11-day plan.

What is the order of the Char Dham yatra?

The traditional order is from west to east: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and then Badrinath. This plan follows that order and returns to Haridwar.

How much walking is there?

Two walks: 6 km from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri, and 16 km from Gaurikund to Kedarnath, which takes about 6 to 8 hours. Gangotri and Badrinath are reached by road. Ponies, palkis and dolis are available at both walks.

Is registration compulsory for Char Dham?

Yes. Every yatri must register on the official Tourist Care Uttarakhand portal or app before the yatra. We help you with it. Carry the same photo ID you used to register.

Is a 10-day Char Dham yatra suitable for senior citizens?

Many elders do it, but the road days are long. If you are travelling with elders, consider the 11-day plan, book a pony or palki for the walks, and get a medical check-up first.

Can I take a helicopter to Kedarnath on this yatra?

Yes. Helicopter tickets are not included and must be booked separately through the official booking portal. Tell us early and we adjust the plan around your flight.

Where does the yatra start and end?

It starts and ends at Haridwar. We pick you up from your hotel, the railway station or the bus stand, and drop you back there on day 10.

Char Dham Yatra from Haridwar: 10 Days by Road, ₹38,599

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Quick answer: This 10-day road yatra starts and ends at Haridwar and covers all four dhams in the traditional order: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. You stay two nights each at Barkot, Uttarkashi and Guptkashi, one night at Kedarnath and one at Badrinath, with Mana village on the way back. It is one day shorter than our 11-day plan because it starts early on day 1. From ₹38,599 per person.

YATRA WEATHER NOWUpdated 12:28 pm, 15 Nov

Place	Now	Next 24 h (low / high)	Tomorrow
Kedarnath about 3,583 m	🌨️ 0°C Light snow	−11°C / 2°C	🌤️ −11°C / 3°C Mostly clear
Badrinath about 3,133 m	🌧️ 3°C Rain	−6°C / 5°C	🌤️ −7°C / 6°C Mostly clear
Gangotri about 3,100 m	⛅ 2°C Partly cloudy	−11°C / 5°C	🌤️ −11°C / 6°C Mostly clear
Yamunotri about 3,293 m	🌨️ −2°C Snow	−14°C / 3°C	☀️ −11°C / 3°C Clear sky

Forecast estimate for this spot, not a thermometer reading at the temple; actual weather can differ. Always follow official IMD alerts. Weather data: MET Norway (CC BY 4.0), updates automatically; tap Refresh for the latest.

Facts checked November 2026

Key facts
Route	Haridwar, Barkot, Yamunotri, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, Guptkashi, Kedarnath, Badrinath, Haridwar
Duration	10 days, 9 nights
Start and end	Haridwar
Walks	Yamunotri 6 km from Janki Chatti; Kedarnath 16 km from Gaurikund
Highest dham	Kedarnath, 3,580 m
Registration	Compulsory for every yatri on the Tourist Care Uttarakhand portal
Price	From ₹38,599 per person

Who is this yatra for?

Families and groups who want all four dhams but have one day less than the usual 11-day plan. Day 1 starts early from Haridwar, so please reach Haridwar the evening before. It suits yatris who can manage the 6 km walk to Yamunotri and the 16 km walk to Kedarnath, or who will hire a pony, palki or doli. Elders who want a gentler pace should choose the 11-day Char Dham yatra from Haridwar.

How is the 10-day plan different from the 11-day plan?

The 11-day plan has a separate arrival day and night in Haridwar. In this plan our driver picks you up early on day 1 and you reach Barkot the same evening. Every dham, every night at Kedarnath and Badrinath, and the visit to Mana village stay the same.

How far is each dham from Haridwar?

Road distances from Haridwar (Tourist Care Uttarakhand)
Dham	Height	From Haridwar
Yamunotri	3,293 m	About 220 km by road, then 6 km on foot
Gangotri	3,100 m	About 290 km, 10–12 hours
Kedarnath	3,580 m	About 240 km to Gaurikund, then 16 km on foot
Badrinath	3,133 m	About 320 km, 10–12 hours

Read the Char Dham yatra from Haridwar guide and the Char Dham registration guide before you travel.

How do I book this yatra?

Call or WhatsApp +91 78178 98687, or write to shiva@yatratotemples.in. Tell us your dates, how many yatris, ages of elders and the hotel standard you want. We confirm availability and the final cost in writing before any payment.

Sources

Tourist Care Uttarakhand: Yamunotri Dham
Tourist Care Uttarakhand: Gangotri Dham
Tourist Care Uttarakhand: Kedarnath Dham
Tourist Care Uttarakhand: Badrinath Dham

Highlights

All four dhams in 10 days, starting and ending at Haridwar
Two nights each at Barkot, Uttarkashi and Guptkashi to break the long road days
A night at Kedarnath for the evening aarti and early darshan
A night at Badrinath with Tapt Kund and the evening aarti
Mana village, Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul on the way back
Help with the compulsory yatra registration before you travel

Day 1 :

Haridwar to Barkot

Our driver picks you up from your Haridwar hotel, railway station or bus stand early in the morning. The road climbs past Rishikesh into the hills and on towards the Yamuna valley. It is a long mountain day, so we stop for breakfast and lunch and keep the pace easy for elders. You reach Barkot by evening and check in. Keep your registration printout or QR code and photo ID handy from today. Overnight in Barkot.

Day 2 :

Yamunotri darshan and back to Barkot

Drive early to Janki Chatti, the last point by road. From here the path to Yamunotri is 6 km on foot, and ponies, palkis and dolis are available at official rates. The temple stands at 3,293 m. Many yatris cook a little rice or potato in the hot spring of Surya Kund as prasad, then take darshan of Yamuna Maa. Walk back down at your own pace and return to Barkot for dinner and rest. Overnight in Barkot.

Day 3 :

Barkot to Uttarkashi

After breakfast, drive across the hills from the Yamuna valley to the Bhagirathi valley and on to Uttarkashi. This is a shorter road day, which gives tired legs a rest after Yamunotri. In the evening you can visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple in Uttarkashi town for darshan. Go to bed early, as tomorrow is a full day to Gangotri and back. Overnight in Uttarkashi.

Day 4 :

Gangotri darshan and back to Uttarkashi

Leave early for Gangotri, which is reached by road, via Harsil. The temple of Ganga Maa stands at 3,100 m on the bank of the Bhagirathi. Take a dip or sprinkle the holy water, then join the queue for darshan and offer prayers. Many yatris fill a small bottle of Gangajal here to take home. After darshan and lunch, drive back down the valley to Uttarkashi. Overnight in Uttarkashi.

Day 5 :

Uttarkashi to Guptkashi

Today is a long road day. After an early breakfast, drive towards the Mandakini valley, crossing the hills with stops for meals and tea. You may stop for a short while at a prayag where two rivers meet. Reach Guptkashi by evening, check in and prepare a light bag for the Kedarnath walk tomorrow: warm layers, rain jacket, torch, water and medicines. Overnight in Guptkashi.

Day 6 :

Guptkashi to Kedarnath

Drive early to Sonprayag, then take the local shuttle jeep to Gaurikund. From Gaurikund the walk to Kedarnath is 16 km and takes about 6 to 8 hours on foot; ponies, palkis and dolis are available. Walk slowly and drink water often. The temple stands at 3,580 m. If you reach in time, attend the evening aarti. Helicopter seats, if you prefer them, are booked separately. Overnight in Kedarnath.

Day 7 :

Kedarnath darshan and back to Guptkashi

Wake early for darshan of Baba Kedarnath, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, when the queue is often shorter. After prayers and breakfast, walk or ride back down the 16 km path to Gaurikund and take the shuttle to Sonprayag, where your vehicle waits. Drive back to Guptkashi for a hot meal and a good rest. Rest well, as tomorrow is a long drive to Badrinath. Overnight in Guptkashi.

Day 8 :

Guptkashi to Badrinath

After breakfast, drive towards the Alaknanda valley, passing through Chamoli and Joshimath. The last 45 km from Joshimath to Badrinath is a scenic mountain road that can be affected by landslides, so we keep the day relaxed. Badrinath stands at 3,133 m. In the evening, take a dip in Tapt Kund and join the darshan or evening aarti at the Badrinath temple. Overnight in Badrinath.

Day 9 :

Badrinath and Mana to Rudraprayag

Take an early darshan of Badri Vishal if you wish. Then visit Mana village, 4 km from Badrinath, known as the last Indian village before the Tibet border, with Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and Bhim Pul. After lunch, drive down the Alaknanda valley to Rudraprayag, where the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers meet. Rest well after a full day. Overnight in Rudraprayag.

Day 10 :

Rudraprayag to Haridwar

After breakfast, drive down to Haridwar, passing Devprayag, where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi join to become the Ganga, and Rishikesh. We drop you at your Haridwar hotel, railway station or bus stand. If time allows, you can attend the evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri to complete your Char Dham yatra with gratitude. Please plan your train or flight for the evening or the next day.

Char Dham Yatra Package from Haridwar: 10 Days by Road