Ten days of pilgrimage in the Garhwal Himalaya, then a week among the lakes and meadows of Kashmir: a once-in-a-lifetime journey for families who want both darshan and a proper holiday.
Retired couples and multi-generation families often tell us the same thing: the Char Dham Yatra is a duty they have waited years to fulfil, and once they have travelled that far north they would like to rest somewhere beautiful before going home. Kashmir fits that wish perfectly. After the long drives and early darshan queues of Uttarakhand, the houseboats of Dal Lake, the gondola at Gulmarg and the pine meadows of Pahalgam feel like a well-earned reward.
The trip has two distinct halves. The first ten nights follow our proven Delhi-to-Delhi Char Dham route by private vehicle. On day 11 you fly from Dehradun to Srinagar (usually via Delhi), and the next six nights are spent in Kashmir with local transfers and sightseeing before you fly home. Flights are booked separately so you can use the airline and timings you prefer; we suggest suitable connections.
FlightsDehradun – Srinagar and Srinagar – home, extra
Price of the Char Dham and Kashmir tour
The figure below is a land package per person for four travellers on budget hotels, sharing one vehicle in Uttarakhand and one in Kashmir. Couples, deluxe houseboats or a larger SUV change the price; we quote exactly for your group.
Package
Duration
From, per person
Char Dham + Kashmir (land, from Delhi)
16N / 17D
₹49,500
Char Dham + Amarnath yatra
15N / 16D
₹44,500
Char Dham only from Delhi
11N / 12D
₹24,500
Estimated 2027 prices. Final cost depends on dates, hotel and houseboat category and group size. Flights, gondola tickets, pony rides and local union taxis in Kashmir are extra.
If you would rather visit the cave shrine than the hill resorts, see the Char Dham with Amarnath plan. For a mountain holiday closer to Delhi, the Char Dham with Shimla Manali tour stays entirely on the road.
Day-wise itinerary: 16 nights / 17 days
Day 1
Delhi to Haridwar
230 km6–7 hoursNight: Haridwar
Your driver collects you from home, hotel or station in Delhi. Reach Haridwar by afternoon and settle in. The evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri sets the tone for the yatra ahead.
Day 2
Haridwar to Barkot
210 km7–8 hoursNight: Barkot
The road climbs through Dehradun and Mussoorie before dropping into the Yamuna valley. Expect hairpin bends and wide views on the descent. Overnight at Barkot.
Day 3
Yamunotri
45 km + 6 km trek each wayFull dayNight: Barkot
Drive to Janki Chatti and climb the 6 km path on foot, pony or palki to the temple of Goddess Yamuna. Offer rice at the Surya Kund and pray at the Divya Shila. Return to Barkot by evening.
Day 4
Barkot to Uttarkashi
100 km4–5 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
A short transfer across the ridge to the Bhagirathi valley. You reach Uttarkashi by lunch. Visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple in the afternoon and rest for tomorrow.
Day 5
Gangotri
100 km each wayFull dayNight: Uttarkashi
Follow the river up past Gangnani and Harsil to Gangotri. Take darshan of Goddess Ganga and see Bhagirath Shila. Drive back to Uttarkashi by night.
Day 6
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi
A long day across the hills via Tehri lake to the Mandakini valley. Arrive in the evening and pack a light bag for Kedarnath. Early dinner and bed.
Day 7
Kedarnath
30 km + 16 km trek7–9 hoursNight: Kedarnath
Drive to Sonprayag, take the shared jeep to Gaurikund and climb to Kedarnath. Ponies and palkis are available, and IRCTC shuttle ticket holders fly from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi. Evening aarti at the Jyotirlinga.
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Day 8
Kedarnath to Guptkashi
16 km + 30 kmFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Early darshan, a visit to the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi and the descent to Gaurikund. Take the shared jeep to Sonprayag, where your vehicle waits. Drive back to Guptkashi to rest.
Day 9
Guptkashi to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
Cross via Ukhimath and Chopta to the Alaknanda and climb past Joshimath to Badrinath. Expect a full day on the road. Bathe in the Tapt Kund and attend the evening aarti.
Morning darshan and a visit to Mana village, the last settlement before the Tibet border. Drive down the valley for the night. This completes the Char Dham.
Day 11
Fly to Srinagar, Kashmir
about 175 km to Dehradun airportDrive + flightNight: Srinagar houseboat
Drive to Jolly Grant airport in Dehradun and fly to Srinagar, usually via Delhi. A local driver meets you and transfers you to a houseboat on Dal Lake. Watch the evening light on the water from the deck.
Day 12
Sonamarg day trip
about 80 km each wayFull dayNight: Srinagar
Drive up the Sindh valley to Sonamarg, the 'meadow of gold', with glaciers above and the river below. Pony rides to the Thajiwas glacier area are available locally. Return to a Srinagar hotel in the evening.
Day 13
Srinagar to Gulmarg
about 50 km1.5–2 hoursNight: Gulmarg
A short drive to the high meadow of Gulmarg. Ride the gondola towards Kongdori if tickets are available, or simply walk the flower-filled bowl. Evenings here are cool and quiet.
Day 14
Gulmarg to Pahalgam
about 140 km4–5 hoursNight: Pahalgam
Drive back through Srinagar and along the Lidder river, passing the saffron fields at Pampore. Arrive in Pahalgam by afternoon. Stroll along the river before dinner.
Day 15
Pahalgam valleys
LocalFull dayNight: Pahalgam
Use local taxis or ponies to visit Betaab valley, Aru valley and Chandanwari, where the Amarnath trail begins. Each has its own character, from pine forest to open meadows. Return to your hotel for dinner.
Day 16
Pahalgam to Srinagar
about 95 km3 hoursNight: Srinagar
Drive back to Srinagar. Visit the Mughal gardens, the Shankaracharya temple on its hill, and take a shikara ride on Dal Lake. Last evening for shopping.
Day 17
Fly home
Airport transfer—Night: Tour ends
Transfer to Srinagar airport for your flight to Delhi or your home city. Keep extra time for security checks on the airport approach. You leave with the blessings of the four dhams and memories of Kashmir.
What is included
Included
16 nights' stay on twin or triple sharing, including one houseboat night
Breakfast and dinner daily
Private vehicle with hill driver for the Char Dham section
Airport transfers and sightseeing vehicle in Kashmir
Fuel, tolls, parking and permits
Help with the free Char Dham registration
Phone and WhatsApp support
Not included
Flights to and from Srinagar
Pony, palki or helicopter at Yamunotri and Kedarnath
Sonprayag – Gaurikund jeep
Gulmarg gondola, local union taxis and pony rides in Kashmir
Lunch, puja and VIP darshan
Extra nights due to weather or road closures
Insurance and personal expenses
Planning tips
Travel in May–June or September–October so both halves enjoy good weather; Uttarakhand's monsoon makes July–August risky.
Keep the Srinagar flight flexible or book it after the Char Dham dates are fixed, since landslides can delay the yatra.
Pack for two climates: warm layers for Kedarnath and Gulmarg, lighter clothes for Srinagar afternoons.
Prepaid mobile connections from other states may not work in Kashmir; postpaid usually does.
Register for the Char Dham online before you leave; see the registration guide.
Elders can save a day's walking with Kedarnath shuttle tickets from the IRCTC HeliYatra portal.
Booking your Char Dham and Kashmir trip
Call or WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with dates, travellers and preferred hotel category.
Choose your Kashmir mix: more nights in Pahalgam, a deluxe houseboat, or an extra day in Gulmarg.
Get the itinerary and estimate, plus suggested flight timings.
Confirm with an advance to hold hotels, houseboat and vehicles.
Book your flights and register for the yatra with our help.
How many days are needed for Char Dham and Kashmir?
About 16 nights and 17 days from Delhi: ten nights for the Char Dham and six in Kashmir.
What is the cost of Char Dham with Kashmir?
From about ₹49,500 per person for four travellers on budget hotels, as a land package. Flights and local Kashmir activities are extra. This is a 2027 estimate.
Can we do Kashmir first?
Yes. Some groups fly to Srinagar first and finish with the Char Dham. Weather and temple dates decide the better order for your month.
Is a houseboat stay included?
Yes, one night on Dal Lake. You can add more houseboat nights instead of hotels.
Is Amarnath part of this tour?
No. Amarnath runs only in July–August and needs its own registration. See the Char Dham with Amarnath package.
Do you book Kedarnath helicopter tickets?
No. Shuttle tickets are sold only on IRCTC HeliYatra after registration. We help you with the process and adjust the plan if you get seats.
Is this tour suitable for seniors?
Yes. Kashmir sightseeing is gentle, and ponies, palkis or helicopters help at Kedarnath and Yamunotri. Allow a rest day if needed.
