Badrinath Yamunotri Itinerary for 5 Days (Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun Pickup)
This 5 days Badrinath Yamunotri itinerary is designed for pilgrims planning a comfortable visit to two sacred temples of the Char Dham Yatra. Pickup can be arranged from Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun.
Our Char Dham taxi service provides experienced mountain drivers and comfortable vehicles for travelling through the Himalayan roads of Uttarakhand.
The journey includes darshan at Yamunotri Temple, the sacred origin of the Yamuna River, and Badrinath Temple, one of the most important temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in India.
Day 1: Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun to Barkot
Your journey begins with pickup from Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun in the morning. Drive towards Barkot through scenic Himalayan roads.
- Drive via Mussoorie hill route
- Scenic Himalayan mountain views
- Arrival at Barkot by evening
- Hotel check-in and rest
Overnight stay in Barkot near Yamunotri route.
Day 2: Yamunotri Darshan
Early morning drive to Janki Chatti, the starting point for the Yamunotri trek.
- Trek approx 6 km to Yamunotri Temple
- Yamunotri temple darshan
- Visit Surya Kund hot spring
- Explore Yamuna river origin area
Return to Barkot for overnight stay.
Day 3: Barkot to Joshimath
After breakfast start the drive towards Joshimath through beautiful Himalayan valleys and river routes.
- Drive through Rudraprayag route
- Views of Alaknanda river valley
- Arrival at Joshimath by evening
Overnight stay in Joshimath.
Day 4: Badrinath Darshan
After breakfast drive to Badrinath Temple, located about 45 km from Joshimath.
- Badrinath Temple darshan
- Holy bath at Tapt Kund (if permitted)
- Visit Mana Village – last village of India
- Explore Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul
Return to Joshimath for overnight stay.
Day 5: Joshimath to Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun
After breakfast begin the return journey towards Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun.
- Drive through Rudraprayag and Devprayag
- Short stops for meals and rest
- Evening arrival at your pickup city
Your Badrinath Yamunotri yatra concludes with comfortable drop at your location.
Important Travel Information
- Char Dham registration is mandatory before starting the yatra.
- Yamunotri trek distance is around 6 km from Janki Chatti.
- Carry warm clothes as weather in Himalayan regions can change suddenly.
- Temple darshan timings may vary depending on season and crowd.
- Travel time may change due to mountain road conditions.
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