Char Dham Yatra Package from Ajmer 2027

How pilgrims from Ajmer reach the Char Dham

Ajmer is around 400 km south-west of Delhi, and Haridwar is another 230 km beyond the capital, which puts the gateway to the Char Dham roughly 620 km from your home. That is too far for a comfortable one-day drive into the mountains, so the plan splits neatly in two: reach Delhi by train or road, then join our private road package that starts and ends there.

Ajmer Junction has several trains a day to Delhi, both daytime and overnight, taking roughly six to nine hours. Buses and taxis cover the expressway in about seven hours. The closest major airport is Jaipur, about 135 km away; Kishangarh airport is nearer but has few flights. Once in Delhi, the car takes you to Haridwar and onward to Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Many devotees from the Pushkar side see a pleasing symmetry: having worshipped at the rare temple of Lord Brahma, they complete the trinity with Vishnu at Badrinath and Shiva at Kedarnath.

Char Dham Yatra cost from Ajmer (2027)

Per person, twin or triple sharing, four people sharing a vehicle. 2027 starting estimates; the final quote depends on your dates, hotels and group size. Ajmer–Delhi travel is not included.

Larger joint families save on the vehicle: from Haridwar, a group of 10–12 in a Tempo Traveller pays about ₹19,500 each on budget hotels. If the full circuit is too long, the Teen Dham Yatra drops Yamunotri and saves three days.

Month-by-month guide for Rajasthan travellers

For the 2027 opening and closing dates, keep an eye on our opening dates page and the best time to visit guide.

Day-wise itinerary from Delhi

1. Day
   1

   Delhi to Haridwar

   230 km6–7 hoursNight: Haridwar

   Meet your driver at the Delhi station or your hotel after the journey from Ajmer. The highway north brings you to Haridwar by afternoon. Join the Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri.

2. Day
   2

   Haridwar to Barkot

   210 km7–8 hoursNight: Barkot

   After the flat roads of Rajasthan, the bends above Dehradun and Mussoorie are a new experience. The car drops into the Yamuna valley and reaches Barkot by evening. Barkot hotels are simple but warm, with hot water in the evening.

3. Day
   3

   Yamunotri

   45 km + 6 km trekFull dayNight: Barkot

   Walk, ride or be carried 6 km from Janki Chatti to the temple of Yamuna. The hot spring of Surya Kund and the stone of Divya Shila are part of the darshan. Return to Barkot.

4. Day
   4

   Barkot to Uttarkashi

   100 km4–5 hoursNight: Uttarkashi

   A gentle drive to Uttarkashi on the Bhagirathi. Visit the Vishwanath and Shakti temples in town during the afternoon. Take the rest seriously, as the next day is long.

5. Day
   5

   Gangotri

   100 km each wayFull dayNight: Uttarkashi

   Through the deodar forest of Harsil to Gangotri. The temple stands on the riverbank and needs no trek. Return to Uttarkashi by evening.

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6. Day
   6

   Uttarkashi to Guptkashi

   220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi

   Cross Tehri and drop to Srinagar and Rudraprayag before climbing the Mandakini valley. Overnight in Guptkashi, facing the Chaukhamba range. Pack a small bag for the night at Kedarnath.

7. Day
   7

   Up to Kedarnath

   30 km + 16 km trek6–9 hoursNight: Kedarnath

   Jeep from Sonprayag to Gaurikund, then the 16 km path to Kedarnath. Ponies and palkis are available at fixed local rates. Pilgrims with IRCTC shuttle tickets fly from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi.

8. Day
   8

   Darshan and return

   16 km + 30 kmFull dayNight: Guptkashi

   Early-morning darshan of the Jyotirlinga, then the walk to Bhairavnath. Descend to Gaurikund and drive back to Guptkashi. Rest well in Guptkashi tonight.

9. Day
   9

   Guptkashi to Badrinath

   200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath

   Via Ukhimath into the Alaknanda valley, then up through Joshimath. Arrive in Badrinath and bathe in the hot Tapt Kund before the aarti. The aarti in the lamp-lit temple is a fitting close to the day.

10. Day
    10

    Badrinath and Mana

    160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag / Srinagar

    Morning darshan, then Mana village with Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul. Head down to Rudraprayag or Srinagar for the night. The drive down passes several of the Panch Prayag.

11. Day
    11

    Rudraprayag to Haridwar

    165 km6–7 hoursNight: Haridwar

    Stop at Devprayag's sangam and Rishikesh's riverside temples. Last night in Haridwar. Shop for prasad, rudraksha and Gangajal before the trip home.

12. Day
    12

    Haridwar to Delhi

    230 km6–7 hoursNight: Tour ends

    Drive back to Delhi for your train or bus to Ajmer. Evening and night departures work best after the drive. The driver drops you at the station, bus stand or airport.

Inclusions and exclusions

Night stops: Haridwar (2), Barkot (2), Uttarkashi (2), Guptkashi or Sitapur (2), Kedarnath (1), Badrinath (1) and Rudraprayag or Srinagar (1). Kedarnath rooms are basic for all categories. For details see our Badrinath hotel and Kedarnath hotel guides.

Useful advice for the trip

• Dry heat to cold damp. Ajmer's dry climate is very different from the moist Himalaya. Pack waterproofs as well as woollens. Full packing list.
• Prepare for the walks. Yamunotri is 6 km each way and Kedarnath 16 km; daily walking for a month helps.
• Register online. Free and compulsory; see the registration guide.
• Keep a spare day in your return booking in case a landslide delays the drive.
• Respect local rules at the temples; read our do's and don'ts.

Book from Ajmer in five steps

1. WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with your dates and group size.
2. Receive our day-wise quote.
3. Book your Ajmer–Delhi travel to arrive the evening before day 1.
4. Pay the advance to secure hotels and the vehicle.
5. Register and travel.

Pilgrims elsewhere in Rajasthan can see the Jaipur, Kota and Jodhpur pages.

Char Dham Yatra from Ajmer: FAQ

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