Char Dham Yatra Package from Chennai
Looking for a Char Dham Yatra package from Chennai that doesn't leave you juggling hotels, permits, and cab drivers? This 11-night, 12-day Char Dham tour from Chennai covers Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath in the traditional order, with every night's stay, daily meals, private transfers and yatra registration sorted before you leave Tamil Nadu. Whether you are traveling with parents, a temple group, or a few friends, the plan keeps the pace steady, with a night halt at each valley so the altitude never catches you off guard. Pickup is arranged in Dehradun, Delhi, or Haridwar, and the Char Dham Yatra 2027 season runs from May to October, so booking early helps you secure better rooms. Would you like a Chennai-to-Char Dham tour package with flights included? We can add that too. Fixed departures, customizable plans, and a local team in Uttarakhand make this one of the easiest ways to complete the whole pilgrimage without any stress.
The four shrines are always covered in one sequence: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and then Badrinath. The route moves from west to east, and we follow it on every departure. Twelve days may sound long, but a good part of day one and day twelve is spent traveling between Chennai and the foothills. The remaining days are spread out so drives stay reasonable, and nobody hurries through darshan.
Trip Highlights
- Darshan at Yamunotri Temple, with a dip in the hot waters of Suryakund
- Views of the Bandar Punch peaks and a stop at Yamuna Maa and Divya Shila
- Dharasu Band stop and prayers at Vishwanath Temple, Uttarkashi
- Gangotri Temple darshan, plus Harshil Valley, Bhairon Ghati and Lanka
- Drive through Sersi, Phata, Rampur and Sitapur on the way to Kedarnath
- Gauri Temple and Gaurikund, followed by the Kedarnath Temple darshan
- Hot water bath at Tapt Kund before Badrinath Temple
- Mana Village with Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Bridge and the Saraswati River
- Sangam stops at Rudraprayag and Deoprayag on the return
Quick Facts: Char Dham Yatra Package from Chennai 2027
- Duration: 11 Nights 12 Days
- Starting point: Chennai (flight or train to Dehradun, Delhi or Haridwar)
- Shrines covered: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
- Route: Haridwar, Barkot, Uttarkashi, Guptkashi, Kedarnath, Rudraprayag, Badrinath, Haridwar
- Yatra season 2027: May to October/November (tentative)
- Expected opening: Yamunotri and Gangotri around 9 May 2027 (Akshaya Tritiya). Kedarnath and Badrinath in May 2027, dates to be announced.
- Expected closing: Late October to November 2027 (tentative)
- Best time to travel: May-June and September-October
- Avoid: July-August (monsoon landslides)
- Kedarnath trek: About 16 km one way from Gaurikund
- Yamunotri trek: About 5-6 km one way from Janki Chatti
- Stay: Hotels and simple lodges, 11 nights
- Meals: Vegetarian breakfast and dinner
- Transport: Private AC vehicle in Uttarakhand
- Registration: Mandatory and free, handled by us
- Price: ₹53,000 per person, twin sharing, plus GST as applicable
- Not included: Chennai flights or trains, lunch, pony/palki/helicopter, puja fees, insurance
- Suitable for: Families, senior citizens (after a medical check-up), temple groups
- Customizable: Yes, extra days, helicopter and flights can be added
Char Dham Yatra Opening & Closing Dates 2027 (Tentative)
| Dham | Opening 2027 | Closing 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Yamunotri | Expected around 9 May 2027 (Akshaya Tritiya) | Around Bhai Dooj, end of October 2027 |
| Gangotri | Expected around 9 May 2027 (Akshaya Tritiya) | Around Diwali, late October 2027 |
| Kedarnath | May 2027, date announced on Mahashivratri | Around Bhai Dooj, end of October 2027 |
|
Badrinath |
May 2027, date announced on Vasant Panchami | November 2027, announced on Vijayadashami |
NOTE: These dates are tentative. The Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee confirms the final schedule every year, and we update our departures as soon as it is declared.
Char Dham Yatra Package from Chennai: Day-by-Day Itinerary (11 Nights 12 Days)
Day 01 Chennai to Dehradun/Delhi, then Haridwar
Catch your flight or train from Chennai and get down at Dehradun or Delhi. Someone from our team will be waiting at arrival to take you to Haridwar. From Dehradun airport it takes about an hour, and from Delhi it's more like five to six hours. Check in, drop your bags, have some chai. In the evening, walk over to Har Ki Pauri for the Ganga Aarti. Tiny lamps go floating down the river, and the whole ghat joins in with bhajans. Dinner is simple vegetarian food. Overnight stay in Haridwar.
Day 02 Haridwar to Barkot
Have an early breakfast and get on the road. You'll pass Dehradun, Mussoorie and Purola before the Yamuna Valley opens up. It's about eight to nine hours in the car with lunch and tea breaks, so keep a water bottle and a few snacks handy. You reach Barkot by evening. Sleep early, because tomorrow is your Yamunotri trek day. Overnight stay in Barkot.
Day 03 Barkot to Janki Chatti, Yamunotri and back
Drive to Janki Chatti and begin the 5-6 km walk to Yamunotri. Ponies, porters, and palkis are available at the start. Reaching the shrine, take a dip in Suryakund, touch Divya Shila, and pray at the Yamuna Maa temple while the Bandar Punch peaks stand above the valley. Walk back down and return to Barkot. Overnight stay in Barkot.
Day 04 Barkot to Uttarkashi via Dharasu Band
A relaxed day with a four- to five-hour drive. The road passes Dharasu Band, where the routes to Yamunotri and Gangotri meet. After lunch in Uttarkashi, visit the old Vishwanath Temple and stay for the evening prayers. The rest of the day is free for laundry, repacking, and rest. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 05 Uttarkashi to Gangotri and back
Leave early for Gangotri, nearly 100 km away. The route passes Harshil Valley, with apple orchards and the Bhagirathi running alongside, and then the dramatic gorge of Bhairon Ghati near Lanka. At Gangotri, offer prayers at the temple and collect Ganga water from the river's edge. The walk from the parking area is short. Return to Uttarkashi by evening. Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Day 06 Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
This is the longest drive of the first half, around eight to nine hours with breaks. The road crosses several ridges and river valleys as you move from the Bhagirathi side towards the Mandakini side. Keep your warm clothes and rain gear ready, since the next day starts early. Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
Day 07 Guptkashi to Sonprayag, Gaurikund and Kedarnath
After breakfast, drive via Sersi, Phata, Rampur and Sitapur to Sonprayag, then take a shared jeep to Gaurikund. Visit the Gauri Temple and the hot water kund before starting the 16 km trek to Kedarnath. Walk at your own pace and sip water regularly. Ponies, palkis, and helicopter seats are available at extra cost. Evening aarti at the temple, then rest in a simple lodge. It gets very cold after sunset. Overnight stay in Kedarnath.
Day 08 Kedarnath darshan, trek down and drive to Rudraprayag
Go for darshan early in the morning when queues are shorter. After breakfast, descend to Gaurikund, take the jeep to Sonprayag, and continue by road to Rudraprayag, where the Alaknanda and Mandakini meet. Walking sticks help protect the knees on the way down. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Day 09 Rudraprayag to Badrinath
The road follows the Alaknanda through Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, Chamoli and Joshimath. At around 160 km, it takes seven to eight hours with stops. Once you reach Badrinath, freshen up at Tapt Kund and, if time allows, attend the evening aarti. Overnight stay in Badrinath.
Day 10 Badrinath darshan, Mana Village and drive to Rudraprayag
Start the day with darshan at Badrinath Temple. Then drive 3 km to Mana Village, the last Indian village on this route. Walk to Vyas Gufa and Ganesh Gufa, cross Bhim Bridge over the Saraswati River, and take in the views of the Himalayan peaks. After lunch, drive back to Rudraprayag. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Day 11 Rudraprayag to Haridwar or Rishikesh
A five- to six-hour drive along the Ganga. The route passes Deoprayag, where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda join to form the Ganga. Reach Haridwar or Rishikesh by afternoon, shop for prasad and keepsakes if you like, and rest. Overnight stay in Haridwar or Rishikesh.
Day 12 Haridwar to Dehradun/Delhi and return to Chennai
After breakfast, we transfer you to Dehradun airport or a Delhi railway station depending on your tickets. Dehradun is about ninety minutes from Haridwar, and Delhi is five to six hours away. Keep Ganga water and prasad in your hand luggage. The Char Dham Yatra from Chennai ends here.
Char Dham Yatra Package Cost from Chennai
The Char Dham tour cost from Chennai starts at ₹53,000 per person on twin sharing, with GST as applicable. The rate covers 11 nights of hotel stay, breakfast and dinner, a private vehicle for the whole hill circuit, yatra registration support, tolls, parking and driver charges. Chennai flights or trains are charged at actual fares. Ponies, palkis, porters and helicopter tickets are paid directly at the spot. Larger groups and shared rooms lower the per-head price, so ask us for a group quote if you are traveling with ten or more people.
Overnight Stay Plan
| Stay Location | Nights | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Haridwar | 1 Night | Arrival night in the Ganga foothills |
| Barkot | 2 Nights | Yamuna Valley base for Yamunotri |
| Uttarkashi | 2 Nights | Bhagirathi Valley base for Gangotri |
| Guptkashi | 1 Night | Mandakini Valley, before the Kedarnath climb |
| Kedarnath | 1 Night | High-altitude stay near the temple |
| Rudraprayag | 2 Nights | Alaknanda-Mandakini confluence, used before and after Badrinath |
| Badrinath | 1 Night | Alaknanda Valley, final dham |
| Haridwar / Rishikesh | 1 Night | Last night before heading home to Chennai |
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- 11 nights of hotel and lodge accommodation as per the plan
- Daily breakfast and dinner, vegetarian
- Private AC vehicle from arrival to departure in Uttarakhand
- Yatra registration and permit assistance for every traveler
- Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, parking and state taxes
- Sightseeing as listed in the itinerary
- A tour coordinator with the group through the circuit
Exclusions
- Flights or train tickets between Chennai and Uttarakhand
- Lunch and snacks on the road
- Pony, palki, porter and helicopter charges
- Puja, abhishek and special darshan fees
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Extra stay or transport caused by landslides, weather, or road closures
Things to do in Char Dham
Yamunotri
- Suryakund: a hot spring where pilgrims cook rice as prasad
- Divya Shila: the sacred rock worshipped before entering the temple
- Bandar Punch peaks: a snowy backdrop seen from the trail
Gangotri
- Gangotri Temple: the main shrine of Goddess Ganga
- Harshil Valley: a calm stretch of orchards and river views
- Bhairon Ghati and Lanka: a deep gorge with a famous bridge
Kedarnath
- Gaurikund and Gauri Temple: the starting point of the trek
- Kedarnath Temple: one of the twelve Jyotirlingas
- The evening aarti: best experienced at the temple courtyard
Badrinath
- Badrinath Temple: the sacred home of Lord Vishnu
- Tapt Kund: the hot spring where devotees bathe before darshan
- Mana Village: Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Bridge and the Saraswati River
On the Route
- Vishwanath Temple, Uttarkashi
- Rudraprayag and Deoprayag Sangams
How to Reach Char Dham from Chennai?
None of the four shrines has its own airport or railway station. Travelers from Chennai first fly to Dehradun, Delhi, or Haridwar, then continue by road.
By Air: Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun. Direct options are limited, so most itineraries involve one change in Delhi or another major city, with a total journey of five to seven hours. Haridwar is about an hour away from the airport. Flying into Delhi (DEL) also works, but adds five to six hours of road travel.
By Train: From Chennai Central (MAS), long-distance trains such as the Tamil Nadu Express and the Grand Trunk Express run to New Delhi and take well over a day. From Delhi, you can take a train to Haridwar or go by road. Pack food and water for the long ride, and let our team know your arrival time so someone is waiting at the station.
By Road: Driving all the way from Tamil Nadu takes several days, so very few groups choose it. If you reach Delhi or Haridwar in your own vehicle, we'll transfer you to a hill-ready vehicle with a driver who knows the mountain roads.
Best Time to Visit Char Dham in 2027
The shrines are open only between May and the end of October or early November.
May to June: Weather is clear, and roads are open, but crowds are at their peak. Book hotels well in advance.
July to August: This is monsoon. Landslides are common, and roads shut down without warning. We wouldn't send first-timers or senior citizens in these months.
September to October: The rains are over, the skies are clear, and the crowds are much smaller. Nights get properly cold though, so carry warm clothes.
Why Choose Our Char Dham Tour Package from Chennai?
- Rooms are booked early: Valley hotels get full months before the season starts. We block rooms in advance, so your stay is already confirmed.
- We do your registration: Without valid registration, pilgrims get stopped at checkpoints. We complete it for your whole group.
- Drivers who know these roads: They know which stretches slide in the rain and what time each road opens.
- Easy pace for elders: Rest stops, room choice, and walking days are all planned around senior citizens.
- One person to call: If a vehicle, room, or pass goes wrong, our team sorts it out. You just focus on darshan.
- Group travel costs less: Shared vehicles and rooms bring your per-person cost below a solo booking.
- The plan can be changed: Want an extra day, a helicopter ride to Kedarnath, or flights included? Tell us, and we'll adjust.
How to Book Char Dham Yatra Package from Chennai?
- Share your dates and group size: We'll tell you which departures are open and which ones are filling up fast.
- Send your ID copies: A clear scan of Aadhaar, passport, or voter ID for each traveler is enough for us to finish registration.
- Pay the booking amount: Pay only to our verified bank account or UPI. You get a receipt right away.
- Get your confirmation voucher: It has your hotel plan, pickup details, and our coordinator's number.
- Pay the booking amount: Use our verified bank account or UPI only. A receipt follows immediately.
- Receive your confirmation voucher: It carries your hotel plan, pickup details, and the coordinator's number.
- Pay the balance before departure: After that, only packing is left: warm clothes, medicines, and comfortable shoes.
- Tip for senior citizens: Book four to six weeks ahead so you have time for a medical check-up and better room options.
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