Overview
Char Dham Yatra 2026 invites devotees to embark on a sacred Himalayan pilgrimage covering Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. The yatra is expected to commence in late April 2026 with the ceremonial opening of Yamunotri and Gangotri temples. This 12-day spiritual journey from Delhi passes through Haridwar, Barkot, Uttarkashi, Guptkashi, Rudraprayag, and Joshimath, offering devotees an opportunity to seek divine blessings while experiencing the serene beauty of the Himalayas. Following the traditional route from Yamunotri to Badrinath, the yatra promises a spiritually uplifting and memorable experience.
Chardham Yatra Itinerary (10 Nights / 11 Days)
Day 01 :
Arrival in Dehradun
- Dehradun is our main base for the Heli-tours. It is the starting & ending point.
- Blueheights Aviation provides a complimentary stay on the date of arrival, with dinner &Breakfast the next morning.
- Passengers are picked up from Dehradun Airport/railway station/bus stand. Please note, arrival details must be provided to Blueheights Aviation at the time of booking.
- Passengers should try to reach Dehradun by 02:00 pm (check-in time), so that they are completely ready to start their Chardham journey the next day early morning.
- In the evening, our team will conduct a detailed tour briefing for all passengers and provide complimentary duffle bags for carrying only essential items during the trip. A baggage allowance of up to 5 kg per person will be permitted, subject to adjustment based on the total body weight of the group, including passengers traveling on a sharing basis.
Day 02 :
Sahastradhara to Yamunotri
- This marks the beginning of the Chardham Yatra. Passengers will check out from the hotel at the designated time, and our staff will pick them up and transport them to Sahastradhara Helidrome. Waiting time at Sahastradhara helipad is around 1-2 hours for pre-flight formalities and Security checks.
- Our ground team will warmly welcome the passengers and assist them in settling into the waiting lounge. There, they will receive a pre-flight briefing before being boarded onto the aircraft.
- Upon arrival in Kharsali, passengers will be accommodated in hotels, and subsequently, they will be guided for the Darshan at Yamunotri with the convenience of a palanquin / Palki. (Hotel at Kharsali is very basic category but we have arranged all basic necessities to ensure utmost comfort of all travelers) Approximate time taken for Yamunotri Temple Darshan: Approximately 05hrs 30mins (round-trip). Yamunotri trek is 06 km one-way.
- In the evening, passengers will be taken to Yamuna Mata Temple & Shani Temple for local sight seeing by walk only.
Day 03 :
Kharsali To Harsil
- Passengers are expected to check out from their hotel in Kharsali. The flying time from Kharsali to Harsil / Jhalla is 30min
- Harsil, our second tour destination, is renowned for its vast apple orchards, making it the most picturesque and beautiful stop on our journey.
- After breakfast or lunch, depending on the temple's crowd, passengers will be guided for the Darshan at Gangotri Dham.
- The estimated duration for the Gangotri Temple Darshan is around 3 hours and 30 minutes for the round trip. The road distance to the Gangotri temple is approximately 25 km, translating to about a 50-minute drive.
- Following the darshans, passengers will embark on a local sightseeing tour to explore the Bagori Village on foot.
Day 04 :
Harsil To Sersi To Kedarnath
- Passengers are scheduled to check out from their hotel in Harsil, and then will arrival at Sersi / Phata / Guptkashi at our helipad and from there, guests will be ferried by road in a car to the shuttle helipad.
- Passengers will be ferried to Kedarnath from Sersi / Phata / Guptkashi shuttle helipad in helicopter shuttle. Due to high-altitude operating conditions and the aircraft’s weight limitations, there may be a waiting period of approximately 1–2 hours at the shuttle helipad. Guests may also be accommodated on different shuttle flights as required to ensure safe weight distribution and optimal aircraft performance.
- From Kedarnath helipad, Passengers will have to walk till the temple and will be assisted by our handlers for VIP darshans.
- It takes approximately 02 hours for Darshans & Helicopter shuttle takes around 7 minutes one way.
- After darshan, passengers will be ferried back to Guptkashi / Sersi / Phatta and will be transferred by road to their hotel in Guptkashi. And in evening we will take the guests for local sight seeing to Jamu Temple in Phata or Kali Temple in Guptakashi
Day 05 :
Sersi To Badrinath
- Passengers will check-out from Guptkashi hotel and will be transferred to Sersi / Phatta / Guptkashi by Road and then will take a helicopter ride to Badrinath
- After Landing at Badrinath, passengers will be checked-in to their hotel
- Post-Breakfast, passengers will be taken for VIP darshan to Badrinath Ji with the assistance of our handlers.
- After Darshans, passengers will be provided with good lunch in the hotel restaurant and post lunch they’ll be taken to Manna Gaaon for Local Sight-Seeing tour by Road. (3km by car & approx. 4km sight seeing tour on foot)
- In evening, Passengers can Experience Shayan Aarti on chargeable basis at Badrinath Ji.
Inclusion
- Accommodation with daily housekeeping
- Breakfast & Dinner
- Private vehicle for entire tour
- Expert telephonic tour coordinator
- Cultural experiences & evening Aartis
- 24/7 customer support
Exclusions
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, heaters, hot water bucket at Kedarnath)
- Lunch & en-route meals
- Pony, palki, kandi, helicopter charges
- Entry fees & optional activities
- Travel insurance
- 5% GST
- Any services not mentioned in itinerary
Children Policy
- Children Below 5 Years: No charges (depends on the hotel policy).
- Children 5 Years and Above: Charged as adults.
Note: Hotel policies may vary regarding child accommodation. Please confirm with our team before finalizing.
Refund Policy
- Processing Time: Refunds will be processed within 10 business days.
- Refund Mode: Refunds will be credited to the same account used for the payment.
- Chardham Hotels: Enforce 100% retention charges during the Yatra.
- Special Train Journeys: And peak season hotel bookings have separate cancellation policies (details provided as applicable).
- Refunds for unused services (e.g., hotel stays, transportation, or meals) depend on the terms of hoteliers and contractors.
General Terms
- Email Communication: Please read all emails carefully as they are considered part of the contract for each tour package booking.
- Luggage Security: Guests are responsible for their luggage. The company is not liable for theft or loss.
- Identity Proofs: Carry government-approved ID proof ( ¸ Passport, Aadhar, Driving License, or Voter ID) for check-ins and check-outs.
- Hotel stays require valid ID proof with photographs. The company is not responsible for issues related to ID proofs.
- Pick and Drop: Pick-up and drop-off points will be limited to one location only.
Important Notes
- Hotel Availability: In case of unavailability, similar properties will be arranged.
- Amendments: Changes in services, hotels, or the number of guests will affect rates. Clients must bear the difference in costs.
- On-Ground Adjustments: Additional charges for client-requested modifications must be paid directly to the driver/supplier.
- Liability: Navicrow Holidays isn’t responsible for weather disruptions, political unrest, or third-party issues.
- Safety: Guests must report any concerns or issues immediately to avoid impact on refunds or compensation eligibility.