Char Dham Yatra 2025: Complete Guide to Routes, Costs & Travel Tips
Plan your spiritual journey to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath with Mayilon Holidays.
The Char Dham Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in India, taking devotees through the majestic Himalayas to four divine sites: Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Whether you're seeking spiritual cleansing or simply want to witness the beauty of the mountains, the Char Dham Yatra 2025 offers a life-changing experience.
Here’s your complete travel guide for Char Dham Yatra 2025, including route options, estimated costs, weather tips, and how to plan it stress-free.
🛕 What is Char Dham?
The term “Char Dham” means "four abodes" of God in the Himalayas. The pilgrimage follows this route:
Yamunotri – Origin of River Yamuna
Gangotri – Origin of River Ganga
Kedarnath – Sacred temple of Lord Shiva
Badrinath – Shrine of Lord Vishnu
📍 Route Map & Travel Flow
Most pilgrims start from Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Dehradun and follow this route:
Haridwar → Barkot → Yamunotri → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Guptkashi → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Rishikesh
Total distance: ~1,600–1,800 km
Duration: 10 to 14 days (by road)
Altitude: Up to 3,600 meters (Kedarnath)
🗓️ Best Time to Visit in 2025
Opening Dates (Tentative):
Yamunotri & Gangotri: April 30, 2025
Kedarnath: May 2, 2025
Badrinath: May 4, 2025
Ideal Travel Window: May to mid-June & September to October
(Avoid July–August due to heavy monsoons and landslides)
💰 Estimated Cost of Char Dham Yatra (2025)
Travel Type Duration Approx Cost per Person
Group Tour (Road) 10–12 Days ₹25,000 – ₹35,000
Private Tour 10–12 Days ₹45,000 – ₹70,000
Helicopter Package 2–3 Days ₹1,85,000 – ₹2,50,000
👉 Includes transportation, stay, food, permits, and guide.
🚁 Helicopter Tour Option (VIP Darshan)
Short on time or traveling with senior citizens? Helicopter packages offer quick and comfortable access:
Route: Dehradun → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Dehradun
Duration: 2–3 days
Includes: Darshan, Palki, Priority Puja, Hotel stay
Advance booking is strongly advised — especially in May/June.
🧳 Essential Packing Checklist
✅ Woolen clothing (even in summer)
✅ Comfortable walking shoes
✅ Raincoat/Umbrella (for June–September)
✅ Medicines & personal toiletries
✅ Identity proof (Aadhar/Passport)
✅ Dry snacks & water bottles
✅ Torchlight & power bank
✅ Oxygen spray/can (for seniors or altitude-sensitive travelers)
⚠️ Travel Tips for 2025 Yatris
🔹 Registration is mandatory: Do it via the Uttarakhand Tourism Portal
🔹 Book hotels and transport well in advance
🔹 Acclimatize slowly — avoid rushing to high altitudes
🔹 Carry cash — network/ATMs are limited in some areas
🔹 Avoid overexertion and follow your guide’s advice
🛫 Char Dham Packages by Mayilon Holidays
At Mayilon Holidays, we offer customized and group packages with all essentials covered:
✅ Hotel stays & meals
✅ Reliable transport
✅ VIP Darshan / Helicopter booking
✅ 24/7 on-tour assistance
✅ Optional Palki/Doli for senior citizens
✨ Special Group Departures from Chennai, Bangalore, Coimbatore & Hyderabad Available!
📞 Ready to Start Your Divine Journey?
Book your Char Dham Yatra 2025 now and ensure peace of mind on this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
📅 Limited slots available for May & June 2025
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📧 Email: tours@mayilonholidays.com
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