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Kedarnath & Badrinath Do Dham Yatra · Two Dhams, One Unforgettable Himalayan Journey

Kedarnath with an overnight stay at the dham, Badrinath and Mana village in 8 days from Haridwar

4.91,218 reviews
7 Nights / 8 Days(7N/8D)
India, Uttarakhand (Garhwal Himalaya)
challenging pace
Great for family, senior, friends

Destinations: Haridwar → Guptkashi → Sonprayag → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Mana → Rishikesh

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Overview

About this Kedarnath & Badrinath Do Dham Yatra trip

If you don't have twelve days for the full Char Dham, the Do Dham Yatra covers its two most important shrines: Kedarnath, the highest of the twelve Jyotirlingas at 3,583 m, and Badrinath, Lord Vishnu's abode on the Alaknanda at 3,133 m. You start with the Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar, then drive along the river through Devprayag and Rudraprayag to Guptkashi. From Gaurikund you trek about 16 km to Kedarnath (ponies, palkis and helicopters can be arranged) and stay overnight at the dham for the evening aarti and an early darshan. You then cross to Badrinath via Chopta and Joshimath, take a dip at Tapt Kund, attend the aarti and visit Mana, India's last village before Tibet. The trip ends with the Triveni Ghat aarti in Rishikesh.

Do Dham ex-Haridwar — overnight stay at Kedarnath, Badrinath darshan, Mana village and Rishikesh.

Duration: 7 Nights / 8 Days
Stay: 3-star hotels in the plains; best available guest houses at the dhams
Transport: Innova / Tempo Traveller ex-Haridwar; trek, pony or helicopter to Kedarnath
Best time: May–June and mid-September to October. The temples open around Akshaya Tritiya (Apr/May) and close around Diwali–Bhai Dooj (Oct/Nov). Avoid July–August because of monsoon landslides.
Departures: 8 upcoming dates

Why choose our Do Dham Yatra

Overnight stay at Kedarnath for the evening aarti and early darshan
Mandatory Uttarakhand yatra registration done for you
Experienced hill drivers and a buffer built into the schedule for landslide delays
Help booking Kedarnath helicopter tickets on the official IRCTC HeliYatra portal
Hotels close to the dhams; pure vegetarian meals
Oxygen cylinder and first-aid kit in every vehicle

Trip highlights

Kedarnath Jyotirlinga with an overnight stay
Badrinath darshan and Tapt Kund
Mana village, Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul
Devprayag confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi
Har Ki Pauri Ganga aarti, Haridwar
Triveni Ghat aarti, Rishikesh

Itinerary

Day-by-day plan for Kedarnath & Badrinath Do Dham Yatra

8 days, planned end to end

D1
- Arrive Haridwar; pickup from the station or Dehradun airport
- Hotel check-in and yatra briefing; registration documents checked
- Evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri
- Early dinner and rest
D2
- Early start along the Ganga (approx. 220 km, 8–9 hrs)
- Stop at Devprayag, where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet
- Lunch at Rudraprayag; views of the Mandakini valley
- Overnight in Guptkashi; Ardhanareshwar temple visit if time permits
D3
- Early drive to Sonprayag; shuttle to Gaurikund
- Trek approx. 16 km to Kedarnath (6–8 hrs) — pony or palki optional
- Check in to your guest house near the temple
- Evening aarti at Kedarnath
D4
- Early morning darshan at Kedarnath
- Visit the Adi Shankaracharya samadhi and Bhairavnath temple
- Trek down to Gaurikund; shuttle to Sonprayag
- Drive back to Guptkashi for the night
D5
- Drive via Ukhimath, Chopta and Chamoli to Badrinath (approx. 200 km, 8–9 hrs)
- Scenic stop in the Chopta meadows
- Pass Joshimath and Vishnuprayag
- Check in at Badrinath; evening aarti if time allows
D6
- Holy dip at Tapt Kund and early morning darshan
- Brahma Kapal for pind daan (optional, with priests)
- Mana village — Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, Bhim Pul and Saraswati river
- Drive down to Pipalkoti or Joshimath for the night
D7
- Drive to Rishikesh (approx. 9 hrs) along the Alaknanda
- Stops at Karnaprayag and Rudraprayag
- Evening Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat
- Overnight in Rishikesh
D8
- Morning walk at Ram Jhula and Parmarth Niketan
- Shopping for rudraksha and Ganga jal containers
- Drive to Haridwar (approx. 1 hr)
- Drop at Haridwar station or Dehradun airport

What's covered

Inclusions & exclusions

Read this before you book — no surprise add-ons later.

Included

7 nights in hotels and guest houses (standard rooms at Kedarnath and Badrinath)
Pure vegetarian breakfast and dinner
Private Innova or Tempo Traveller ex-Haridwar for all transfers and sightseeing
Uttarakhand yatra registration assistance
Sonprayag–Gaurikund shuttle tickets
Driver allowance, tolls, parking and hill permits
Yatra coordinator on call through the trip

Not included

Pony, palki or pithu charges on the Kedarnath trek
Helicopter tickets (booked only on the official portal; fares set by the government)
Special puja, abhishek and VIP darshan fees
Lunches
Costs from landslides, roadblocks or weather delays
Travel insurance and personal expenses

Stay & travel

Hotels & transport

Hotel category

3-star hotels in the plains; best available guest houses at the dhams

Twin-sharing rooms with daily breakfast unless stated otherwise. Single rooms and upgrades on request.

Transport

Innova / Tempo Traveller ex-Haridwar; trek, pony or helicopter to Kedarnath

Airport and station pick-ups, sightseeing and inter-city transfers are arranged by our ground team.

Overnight stops: Haridwar · Haridwar → Guptkashi · Gaurikund → Kedarnath trek · Kedarnath → Guptkashi · Guptkashi → Badrinath · Badrinath & Mana → Pipalkoti · Pipalkoti → Rishikesh · Rishikesh → Haridwar

Route

Route map

10 stops from start to finish

HaridwarStart
2DevprayagStop 2
3GuptkashiStop 3
4GaurikundStop 4
5KedarnathStop 5
6GuptkashiStop 6
7BadrinathStop 7
8ManaStop 8
9RishikeshStop 9
HaridwarFinish

Plan ahead

Best time & what to pack

Best time to visit

May–June and mid-September to October. The temples open around Akshaya Tritiya (Apr/May) and close around Diwali–Bhai Dooj (Oct/Nov). Avoid July–August because of monsoon landslides.

Things to carry

Warm layers, thermal innerwear and a down jacket — it's cold at the dhams even in May
Waterproof poncho or raincoat
Trekking shoes with good grip and a walking stick
Personal medicines, ORS and Diamox (on medical advice)
Original Aadhaar and yatra registration QR
Power bank and torch — power cuts are common
Small backpack for the Kedarnath overnight; leave big luggage in the car

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Is registration mandatory?

Yes. Every pilgrim must register with the Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board (online or at the registration counters) and carry the QR-coded yatra pass. We handle this once you share Aadhaar details.

How hard is the Kedarnath trek?

The path from Gaurikund is about 16 km one way, paved and steady but steep in parts, climbing to 3,583 m. Healthy adults usually take 6–8 hours up. Ponies, palkis and pithus are available for those who can't walk it.

Can we fly to Kedarnath by helicopter?

Yes. Shuttles operate from Phata, Sersi and Guptkashi. Tickets are sold only on the IRCTC HeliYatra portal, sell out within minutes and depend on the weather. We help you book but can't guarantee seats.

Is this trip safe for seniors?

Many seniors complete it by pony or helicopter. Anyone with heart, lung or blood pressure conditions should get a medical check-up first. Altitude sickness is real, so climb slowly and stay hydrated.

What if the road is blocked?

Landslides can close the road for hours, especially in the monsoon. Our schedule includes buffer time, but extra hotel nights from delays are charged at actuals.

Can we add Yamunotri and Gangotri?

Yes — that becomes our 12-day Char Dham Yatra.

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