11 Days Char Dham Yatra Tour from Delhi By Car

10 Nights 11 Days Chardham Yatra from Delhi

Our Char Dham Yatra covers four temples in Uttarakhand: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. From Delhi, the full circuit takes 11 days by private car. The route is about 1,600–1,800 km by road. Traveling by private car means you travel at your own pace, stop where you want, and do not depend on shared buses or group schedules.

Car Booking provides a private car with an experienced hill driver for the entire 11 days. The driver handles all mountain roads, parking at restricted zones, and transfers at trek starting points.

11 Days Char Dham Yatra – Overview

Key Detail	Information
Tour Name	11 Days Char Dham Yatra Tour from Delhi
Duration	11 Days / 10 Nights
Start & End	Delhi
Temples Covered	Yamunotri Temple, Gangotri Temple, Kedarnath Temple, Badrinath Temple
Route Order	Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath
Total Distance	Approx. 1,600–1,800 km (road)
Kedarnath Trek	16–18 km from Gaurikund
Best Travel Months	May–June, September–October
Registration	Mandatory biometric registration
Ideal For	Pilgrimage travelers, families, senior citizens

Package Highlights

• All four dhams covered in one trip: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath.
• Private AC car for the full 11 days with an experienced hill driver.
• Driver assistance for Kedarnath trek starting point transfers (Sonprayag and Gaurikund).
• Help with pony, palki, and helicopter arrangements at Kedarnath.
• 24/7 phone support throughout the trip.
• Transparent pricing with no hidden charges.

Char Dham Opening and Closing Dates 2026

The Char Dham Yatra 2026 temples open between April and May and close in October or November before winter snowfall. The temple committees announce the exact dates every year on Akshaya Tritiya.

Temple	Opening Date 2026	Opening Time	Expected Closing Date 2026
Yamunotri Temple	19 April 2026	Morning	11 November 2026 (Bhai Dooj)
Gangotri Temple	19 April 2026	Morning	10 November 2026 (Day after Diwali)
Kedarnath Temple	22 April 2026	8:00 AM	11 November 2026 (Bhai Dooj)
Badrinath Temple	23 April 2026	6:15 AM	13 November 2026 (Tentative)

Registration is mandatory for all four dhams. You can register online at the Uttarakhand government portal or at registration counters in Haridwar or Rishikesh before your yatra begins.

Detailed itinerary for Char Dham Yatra by Car

Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (about 5-6 hours)  

Our driver will come to pick you up from Delhi airport/station in the morning. We will start our trip to Haridwar, the gateway of Chardham.

Highlights  

• After reaching Haridwar, you will check in at the hotel.
•  We will visit Har Ki Pauri for Ganga Aarti and explore markets.
• You will spend the night at the hotel of Haridwar.

Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot (about 6-7 hours)

Our guide will meet you at the hotel and provide you with all the details for the trip. We will start our journey to Barkot.

Highlights        

• Check in at the hotel of Barkot.
• Visit the local market for shawls and woolens.
• Trying mountain and rock climbing for a thrill.
• Trekking to Hanuman Chatti for beautiful views        
• Beautiful Views of Bandarpunch Peak  
• Night at the hotel of Barkot  

Day 3: Barkot to Yamunotri (Trek) and Return to Barkot (35 km Drive, 12 km Trek)              

After breakfast in the morning, we will visit Jankichatti by car. After reaching, we will trek to reach Yamunotri either by walk or by horse.

Highlights          

• Bathe in the warm waters of Surya Kund.
• Darshan at Yamunotri Temple
• Back to Barkot for the night's stay.

Day 4: Barkot to Uttarkashi (100 km, Approx. 4-5 hours)      

After breakfast, we will drive to Uttarkashi. You will see Shivgufa on the way.

Highlights  

• See Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Explore Sangam Chatti.
• Night Stay at Uttarkashi  

Day 5: Journey from Uttarkashi to Gangotri and Back (200 km, 100 km each way)

After breakfast in the morning, we will drive to Gangotri. We will also visit Gangnani hot springs on the way and take a holy dip.

Highlights  

• Visit Gangotri and perform Pooja.
• Night Stay at Uttarkashi    

Day 6: Travel from Uttarkashi to Guptkashi (220 km, about 7-8 hours)

We will drive to Guptkashi after breakfast. We will check in at the hotel for the rest.

Highlights  

• Perform puja at the ArdhNarishwar Temple.
• Night Stay at Hotel    

  Day 7: Guptkashi to Kedarnath (Trek or Helicopter)  

This is the Kedarnath darshan day. You have two options to reach Kedarnath Temple from Sonprayag.

Option 1: By Trek

Your driver drops you at Sonprayag. A shared jeep takes you from Sonprayag to Gaurikund (5 km). From Gaurikund, you trek 16 km to Kedarnath Temple. The trek takes 6 to 8 hours uphill.

Important: uphill movement from Gaurikund stops at 1:30 PM. Start early. Pony and palki are available at the trailhead.

Option 2: By Helicopter

Helicopter tickets for Kedarnath are handled exclusively by IRCTC. No third party can book Kedarnath helicopter tickets.

Book your tickets directly at irctc.co.in well in advance. Your driver will drop you at the helipad at your ticket time.

• Darshan at Kedarnath Temple, one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
• Visit Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi behind the temple.
• Overnight stay at Kedarnath (lodge or camp, basic facility).

Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath (220 km, Approx. 7-8 hours)

We will drive to Badrinath after breakfast. We will check in at the hotel and then take a holy bath at the Tapt Kund. We will visit the Badri Vishal temple and join the evening Aarti.

Highlights  

• We will see Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and Charan Paduka.
• Night stay at the hotel in Badrinath.

Day 9: Travel from Badrinath to Rudraprayag (160 km, about 6 hours)

After breakfast, we will reach Rudraprayag through Joshimath. We will check in at the hotel in Rudraprayag for the rest.

Highlights  

• See Karn Prayag, Narsingh Temple and Vishnu Prayag.
• Night stay at the hotel in Rudraprayag.

  Day 10: Journey from Rudraprayag to Rishikesh (150 km, about 5-6 hours)

We will drive to Rishikesh after breakfast. On the way, we will reach Devprayag. We will check in at the hotel of Rishikesh.

Highlights  

• We will join Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
• Sightseeing at Rishikesh    
• Night Stay at the hotel in Rishikesh    

  Day 11: Trip from Rishikesh to Delhi (240 km, About 6-7 hours)

In the morning we will see Laxman Jhula and visit nearby temples and ashrams at Rishikesh.

Highlights  

See Bharat Mandir, Kunjapuri Devi Temple, and Beatles Ashram.

Our driver will drop you at your hotel, station, or airport in Delhi. Your pilgrimage tour to Chardham will end on a happy note.

Vehicle Options and Pricing

All vehicles are maintained for long-distance hill travel. AC works on Delhi to Haridwar and Rishikesh to Delhi stretches only. On hill roads, AC is switched off as it affects engine performance on mountain terrain.

Vehicle	Seats	Best For	Package Price (Starting)
Sedan (Swift Dzire / Etios)	2 to 3 pax	Solo or couple	Contact us for a quote.
SUV / Innova Crysta	4 to 6 pax	Small family	From Rs. 38,999 per person (4 pax)
9-Seater Tempo Traveller	5 to 9 pax	Medium group	Contact us for a quote.
12-Seater Tempo Traveller	10 to 12 pax	Large group	Contact us for a quote.
Force Urbania (9 to 16 seater)	9 to 16 pax	Large group, premium comfort	Contact us for a quote.

Best Time to Do Char Dham Yatra from Delhi

Month	Conditions
May to June	Peak season. Temples open. Weather is pleasant at lower altitudes but warm. Kedarnath and Badrinath can be cold at night. Highest crowds.
July to August	Monsoon. Roads can close due to landslides. Trek to Kedarnath is risky. Not recommended unless roads are confirmed clear.
September to October	Best overall. Crowds reduce after Ganesh Chaturthi. Weather is stable. Clear skies. Temples open until October or November closing dates.
November onwards	Temples close for winter. Yatra not possible until next April or May.

Char Dham Yatra Registration

Registration is mandatory for all four Dham. This is a government requirement introduced by the Uttarakhand government to manage crowd safety and emergency response.

What You Need to Register

• Valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID)
• Mobile number
• Travel date and temple name

Where to Register

• Online: Uttarakhand Devasthanam Board portal (registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in)
• Offline: Registration counters at Haridwar and Rishikesh before entering the mountains

Car Booking will guide you on registration at the time of booking. Keep your registration confirmation and photo ID accessible throughout the trip as checkpoints verify these.

How to Book Char Dham Yatra with Us

• Call or WhatsApp us at +91 9810833751 with your travel dates and group size.
• We will provide a complete itinerary, hotel options (if requested), and a clear price quote.
• Confirm your booking by paying a small advance amount.
• Provide photo ID proof of all travelers for registration assistance.
• We will share driver details and pickup time 24 hours before departure.

No hidden charges. The price we quote covers everything listed under Inclusions. Additional services (helicopter, pony, deluxe hotels) are charged separately and transparently.

Other Char Dham Package Options from Delhi

 

If 11 days is more than your available time, here are two shorter options:

Package	Description
7 days Do Dham Yatra	Covers Kedarnath and Badrinath only. Skips Yamunotri and Gangotri. Suited for pilgrims with limited time who want to complete the two most visited dhams.
6 days Kedarnath Yatra	Covers only Kedarnath Temple. Best for pilgrims who want to focus entirely on Kedarnath darshan with ample time for the trek and rest.

See our 7-Day Do Dham Yatra page and our 6-Day Kedarnath Yatra page for full details on those packages.

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