Gangotri Yamunotri Itinerary for 5 Days (Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun Pickup)

Gangotri and Yamunotri temples during Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand

This 5 days Gangotri Yamunotri itinerary is designed for pilgrims planning a comfortable journey 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 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 Gangotri Temple, the holy place associated with the origin of the river Ganga in the Garhwal Himalayas.

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 mountain roads.

  • Drive via Mussoorie hill route
  • Scenic Himalayan landscapes
  • 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, which is 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 Uttarkashi

After breakfast start the drive towards Uttarkashi through scenic Himalayan valleys.

  • Drive through mountain roads
  • Views of Bhagirathi river valley
  • Arrival at Uttarkashi by evening

Overnight stay in Uttarkashi.

Day 4: Gangotri Darshan

After breakfast drive towards Gangotri Temple, located around 100 km from Uttarkashi along the Bhagirathi river valley.

  • Drive through Harsil valley
  • Arrival at Gangotri Temple
  • Gangotri temple darshan
  • Explore Bhagirathi river surroundings

Return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay.

Day 5: Uttarkashi to Haridwar / Rishikesh / Dehradun

After breakfast begin the return journey towards Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun.

  • Drive through Mussoorie route
  • Short stops for meals and rest
  • Evening arrival at your pickup city

Your Gangotri 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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