The Char Dham Yatra — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — is the holiest pilgrimage in Hinduism. Here is your complete planning guide.
Best Time
May to October (gates open May, close November).
What to Pack
- Warm clothing (temperatures drop to 0°C at Kedarnath)
- Rain gear
- Comfortable trekking shoes
- First aid kit
- Puja items
Route
Delhi → Haridwar → Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath → Rishikesh → Delhi
