About the trek
What to expect on this route
This longer Char Dham program connects Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath with a substantial Himalayan journey through Garhwal’s river valleys and pilgrimage routes.
Temple dates, registration, roads and seasonal crowding all affect the plan, so the final itinerary is confirmed for the travel period.
Day-wise itinerary
The route, day by day
This is the longer 20-day pilgrimage-and-trek format. Travellers looking for a shorter road-led Char Dham journey can ask for a separate plan.
Arrive Delhi
Arrival and hotel stay.
Delhi to Rishikesh
Drive to Rishikesh and evening Ganga Aarti when practical.
Rishikesh to Hanuman Chatti
Drive towards the Yamunotri sector.
Hanuman Chatti to Janki Chatti
Trek in the Yamunotri approach valley.
Yamunotri excursion
Visit Yamunotri and return towards Hanuman/Janki Chatti.
Hanuman Chatti to Uttarkashi
Drive to Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi to Gangotri
Drive to Gangotri and visit the temple.
Gangotri to Bhojbasa
Trek along the Bhagirathi valley to Bhojbasa.
Bhojbasa to Tapovan
Cross the Gaumukh/Gangotri Glacier sector to Tapovan.
Tapovan exploration
Rest/exploration day beneath the Shivling–Bhagirathi peaks.
Tapovan to Chirbasa
Descend towards Chirbasa.
Chirbasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi
Trek to Gangotri and drive to Uttarkashi.
Uttarkashi to Gaurikund
Road journey towards the Kedarnath sector.
Gaurikund to Kedarnath
Trek to Kedarnath.
Kedarnath to Gaurikund
Return trek to Gaurikund.
Gaurikund to Joshimath
Drive towards Joshimath.
Badrinath visit – Pipalkoti
Visit Badrinath, then continue to Pipalkoti.
Pipalkoti to Rishikesh
Drive back to Rishikesh.
Rishikesh to Delhi
Drive to Delhi.
Departure
Airport/onward transfer.
The day-wise plan shows the route Alpine Trek works with. Roadheads, overnight stops, permits and timings are confirmed again for the selected departure.
Safety & route reality
Conditions decide the final plan.
Registration, road status, temple opening dates and high-altitude readiness need current verification. Travel times can change significantly in season.
Before you book
Common questions
What is the best season for Char Dham Yatra?
Temple-opening season. Exact dates are confirmed against current weather, road or trail access and local instructions.
How difficult is Char Dham Yatra?
Alpine Trek currently classifies this route as varied mountain travel. Fitness, previous trekking experience and altitude readiness are reviewed before confirmation.
Is the itinerary fixed?
The day-wise plan reflects Alpine Trek’s established route, but roadheads, permits, weather, accommodation and local administration can require changes.
How do I book?
Send your preferred month, group size, ages and prior trekking experience. Alpine Trek will reply with current availability, inclusions and cost.
