Char Dham Yatra with Mussoorie & Auli from Delhi – 13 Nights / 14 Days

Day 01: Delhi – Haridwar (Approx. 230 km / 6–7 Hours)

Your Char Dham Yatra from Delhi begins with arrival at Delhi Airport or Railway Station. Meet the TravelMurti representative and proceed by road towards Haridwar, one of the principal gateways to the Char Dham pilgrimage.

On arrival in Haridwar, check in at the hotel and relax. In the evening, visit Har Ki Pauri to experience the Ganga Aarti on the banks of the sacred River Ganga.

After the visit, return to the hotel.

Overnight stay in Haridwar.

Day 02: Haridwar – Mussoorie (Approx. 90 km / 2–3 Hours)

After breakfast, check out and drive towards Mussoorie, one of Uttarakhand’s best-known hill stations.

On arrival, check in at the hotel. The remaining day is available for leisure, exploring the local surroundings or spending time around Mall Road.

Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel as per the package meal plan.

Overnight stay in Mussoorie.

Day 03: Mussoorie – Barkot (Approx. 90 km / 3–4 Hours)

After breakfast, begin sightseeing in Mussoorie. Visit attractions included in the itinerary such as Kempty Falls, Gun Hill, Lal Tibba, Camel’s Back Road and Company Garden, subject to available time and local conditions.

Later, drive towards Barkot, an important stop for travellers proceeding to Yamunotri.

On arrival, check in at the hotel and relax before the next day’s pilgrimage.

Overnight stay in Barkot.

Day 04: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot (Approx. 36 km Drive + 6 km Trek Each Way)

After breakfast, drive towards Janki Chatti via Hanuman Chatti. From Janki Chatti, begin the trek towards Yamunotri Temple.

The approximately 6 km trek can be completed on foot or by locally available pony or doli services at the traveller’s own expense.

On reaching Yamunotri, visit Surya Kund and Divya Shila before proceeding for darshan at Yamunotri Temple, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.

After completing darshan, trek back to Janki Chatti and drive to Barkot.

Overnight stay in Barkot.

Hanuman Chatti: An important stop on the Yamunotri route near the confluence of the Hanuman Ganga and Yamuna rivers.

Surya Kund: A natural thermal spring near Yamunotri Temple associated with traditional religious offerings.

Divya Shila: A sacred stone worshipped by devotees before Yamunotri Temple darshan.

Day 05: Barkot – Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km / 4 Hours)

After breakfast, drive from Barkot towards Uttarkashi, situated along the Bhagirathi River.

On arrival, check in at the hotel. Later, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, an important Shiva temple in Uttarkashi.

Return to the hotel after the visit.

Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 06: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (Approx. 100 km / 3 Hours Each Way)

After breakfast, begin the journey towards Gangotri Dham, the second shrine on the traditional Char Dham route.

Travel through the scenic Himalayan region with views of the Bhagirathi River and Harsil Valley along the way. On reaching Gangotri, visit Gangotri Temple and seek the blessings of Goddess Ganga.

After darshan, drive back to Uttarkashi.

Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.

Gangotri Temple: The principal shrine dedicated to Goddess Ganga and one of the four sacred Char Dham temples.

Submerged Shivling: A sacred natural rock formation associated with the tradition of Lord Shiva receiving the River Ganga. Visibility depends on river conditions.

Kedar Ganga Sangam: A sacred confluence near Gangotri where the Kedar Ganga meets the Bhagirathi River.

Day 07: Uttarkashi – Guptakashi (Approx. 190 km / 7 Hours)

After breakfast, begin the drive towards Guptakashi, an important halt for the Kedarnath pilgrimage.

Travel through Uttarakhand’s mountain roads, river valleys and changing Himalayan landscapes.

On arrival in Guptakashi, check in at the hotel and rest before the Kedarnath journey.

Overnight stay in Guptakashi.

Day 08: Guptakashi – Kedarnath

Begin early and proceed towards the designated access point for the Kedarnath Yatra according to prevailing local transport arrangements.

Continue towards the trekking route and begin the journey to Kedarnath. Pilgrims may complete the trek on foot or use pony or doli services at their own expense, subject to availability and local regulations.

On reaching Kedarnath, check in to the camp/tent accommodation as specified in the package. Visit the sacred Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas dedicated to Lord Shiva, for darshan.

Overnight stay in Kedarnath.

Gaurikund: A sacred pilgrimage point associated with Goddess Parvati and traditionally connected with the Kedarnath route.

Kedarnath Temple: One of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and one of the most revered temples of the Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra.

Day 09: Kedarnath – Guptakashi

Begin the morning with Aarti and darshan at Kedarnath Temple, subject to temple timings.

After darshan, begin the return trek. On reaching the designated road-access point, continue the journey towards Guptakashi.

Check in at the hotel and rest after the pilgrimage.

Overnight stay in Guptakashi.

Day 10: Guptakashi – Badrinath (Approx. 170 km / 5 Hours)

After breakfast, drive towards Badrinath Dham via Joshimath.

On arrival in Badrinath, check in at the hotel. In the evening, visit Badrinath Temple for darshan and Aarti, subject to temple timings.

Overnight stay in Badrinath.

Badrinath Temple: A revered temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Badrinarayan and the final Dham of the traditional Uttarakhand Char Dham circuit.

Tapt Kund: A natural thermal spring near the temple traditionally visited by pilgrims.

Narad Kund: A sacred pool located near Badrinath Temple.

Brahma Kapal: A religious site where pilgrims traditionally perform rituals for ancestors.

Mana Village: A Himalayan village near Badrinath known for its scenic surroundings and mythological associations.

Bhim Pul and Vyas Gufa: Important attractions around Mana associated with traditions from the Mahabharata.

Day 11: Badrinath – Joshimath (Approx. 76 km / 2 Hours)

Begin early with a visit to Tapt Kund and Badrinath Temple for darshan according to local customs and prevailing conditions.

Later, explore attractions included in the itinerary around Mana Village, such as Vyas Gufa, Bhim Pul, Saraswati River and Mata Murti Temple, subject to available time and accessibility.

After sightseeing, drive towards Joshimath and check in at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Joshimath.

Joshimath: Also known as Jyotirmath, Joshimath is an important religious town in Uttarakhand associated with Adi Shankaracharya and serves as an important base for destinations in the Chamoli region.

Day 12: Joshimath – Auli – Joshimath

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Auli, a popular Himalayan destination known for its mountain scenery, skiing season and scenic landscapes.

Visit Auli Artificial Lake and explore the surrounding area. Experience the Auli Ropeway if operational and subject to ticket availability and weather conditions.

Spend time enjoying Auli’s Himalayan views before returning to Joshimath.

Overnight stay in Joshimath.

Important: Ropeway tickets, skiing and other activities should be treated as separately payable unless specifically included in the confirmed package.

Day 13: Joshimath – Rishikesh (Approx. 220 km / 8 Hours)

After breakfast, begin the journey towards Rishikesh through Uttarakhand’s mountain region.

On arrival, check in at the hotel or resort. Later, visit attractions included in the itinerary such as Ram Jhula, Triveni Ghat, Bharat Mandir and Parmarth Niketan, subject to available time and local access.

Spend the evening experiencing the spiritual atmosphere of Rishikesh.

Overnight stay in Rishikesh.

Day 14: Rishikesh – Delhi (Approx. 200 km / 6 Hours)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel and begin the return drive to Delhi.

On arrival, transfer to Delhi Airport or Railway Station for your onward journey.

Your 13 Nights / 14 Days Char Dham Yatra with Mussoorie & Auli from Delhi concludes with memories of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath and the Himalayan destinations covered throughout the journey.

Places Covered

Delhi: Starting and ending point of the complete tour.

Haridwar: Sacred city on the River Ganga and gateway to the Char Dham Yatra, known for Har Ki Pauri and Ganga Aarti.

Mussoorie: Popular Uttarakhand hill station offering mountain scenery, local sightseeing and leisure.

Barkot: Important overnight base on the route to Yamunotri.

Yamunotri: First Dham of the traditional pilgrimage, dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.

Uttarkashi: Pilgrimage town along the Bhagirathi River and an important base for Gangotri.

Gangotri: Sacred shrine dedicated to Goddess Ganga.

Guptakashi: Important stop on the journey towards Kedarnath.

Kedarnath: Sacred Shiva shrine and one of the twelve Jyotirlingas.

Badrinath: Vishnu pilgrimage destination and traditionally the final Dham of the Uttarakhand Char Dham circuit.

Joshimath: Important religious and mountain town used as the base for the Auli excursion in this itinerary.

Auli: Himalayan hill destination known for scenic mountain views and seasonal skiing.

Rishikesh: Spiritual destination on the River Ganga known for temples, ashrams, ghats and yoga traditions.

Tour Route & Duration

Route: Delhi → Haridwar → Mussoorie → Barkot → Yamunotri → Barkot → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi → Guptakashi → Kedarnath → Guptakashi → Badrinath → Joshimath → Auli → Joshimath → Rishikesh → Delhi

Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days