Char Dham Yatra from Varanasi

Best Ways To Do Char Dham Yatra from Varanasi

Pilgrims from Varanasi can reach the Char Dham route by train, flight or road. Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun serve as the main gateways to the pilgrimage circuit.

If you are traveling from Varanasi to Chardham shrines in Uttarakhand, then you have following best options -

By Train Varanasi to Delhi/Haridwar

Varanasi has regular train connectivity with Delhi and northern India. Pilgrims can travel directly to Delhi or Haridwar and continue towards the Char Dham route by road.

By Flight Varanasi to Dehradun

Flights from Varanasi are available to Delhi and Dehradun. Flying is often the fastest option for pilgrims who want to reduce travel time and begin the Char Dham Yatra quickly.

Note: Train and flight schedules may change during the year. Travelers should verify the latest timings through IRCTC and airline websites before planning their journey.

From Dehradun, one can also opt for Do Dham or Chardham Helicopter Tours at a suitable price.

Day 1-2: Travel Varanasi to Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun

• Book a flight or train from Varanasi to Haridwar/ Rishikesh/ Dehradun.
• Attend the Ganga aarti in Haridwar/Rishikesh.
• Overnight stay in Haridwar/Rishikesh.
   
  

Day 3: Haridwar/Rishikesh to Yamunotri

• Drive to Barkot, the base for the Yamunotri Temple.
• Travel to Janki Chatti and then trek or hire a Dandi/ Kandi/ Pony to reach Yamunotri Dham.
• Return to Barkot and overnight stay there.
   
  

Day 4: Barkot to Gangotri Temple 

• Travel to Gangotri via Uttarkashi.
• Visit the Gangotri Temple.
• Return to Uttarkashi and overnight stay there.
   
  

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi 

• Travel to Guptkashi, the base for the Kedarnath Temple.
• Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
   
  

Day 6:   Guptkashi to Kedarnath

• Drive to Gaurikund and then trek or pony ride or book a helicopter to reach Kedarnath.
• Visit the Kedarnath Dham and nearby significant sites.
• Overnight stay in Kedarnath.
   
  

Day 7:  Kedarnath to Guptkashi

• Descend from Kedarnath to Gaurikund and drive back to Guptkashi.
• Visit nearby pilgrimage sites such as Ukhimath and Kalimath before returning to the hotel.
• Overnight stay in Guptkashi.
   
  

Day 8: Guptkashi to Badrinath

• Drive to Badrinath, the last of the Char Dhams via Chopta, Joshimath, Gopeshwar and Govind Ghat .
• Visit the Badrinath Dham and other nearby attractions including Mana Village.
• Attend the evening aarti in Badrinath Temple and overnight stay there.
   
  

Day 9: Badrinath to Rishikesh/Haridwar/Dehradun

• Travel from Badrinath to Rishikesh/Haridwar.
• Attend evening Ganga Aarti or relax before the return journey.
• Overnight stay in Rishikesh/Haridwar.
   
  

Day 10: Rishikesh/Haridwar to Varanasi 

• Prepare for the return journey to Varanasi.
• Book a train or flight or by road journey from Rishikesh to Varanasi..
  

Best Char Dham Yatra Packages from Varanasi

Pilgrims from Varanasi generally choose Delhi-based or Haridwar-based Char Dham packages. Depending on budget and travel duration, travelers can select fixed departure tours, private taxi packages or helicopter-assisted pilgrimage options.

If you are planning to visit Char Dham  of Uttarakhand from Varanasi, then below are given some best travel options:

• Option 1: Book a complete Char Dham package that includes transportation, accommodation and local assistance during the pilgrimage.
• Option 2: Book Train/Flights from Varanasi to Delhi and book Char Dham Package from Delhi.
• Option 3: Book train or flight from Varanasi to Haridwar or Dehradun before book Char Dham package. (check char dham packages from Haridwar).
• Option 4: Book Char Dham Taxi from Delhi, Dehradun or Haridwar and plan stay during the journey.