For Mumbai, the quickest way to Kedarnath and Badrinath is a morning flight north and a car waiting at the arrival gate. Here is how to make a week of leave cover both shrines.
Mumbaikars tend to count leave in days, not weeks. The good news is that Kedarnath and Badrinath fit inside a single working week plus two weekends, as long as you fly. A morning flight puts you in Dehradun or Delhi before lunch, and from Dehradun's Jolly Grant airport the mountain road begins almost immediately.
We offer two land packages for Mumbai pilgrims. If you fly to Dehradun, the 5N/6D plan starts at the airport and ends there or at Haridwar station. If you fly or take the train to Delhi, the 6N/7D plan adds the Delhi–Haridwar drive at each end. Flights and trains are booked by you, so you keep full control of fares and timings. For all four shrines, see the Char Dham from Mumbai.
Mumbai to DelhiAbout 1,400 km; 2-hour flight
Dehradun airport to HaridwarAbout 35 km
Land tour5N/6D or 6N/7D
Flight, train or both?
Route
Approx. travel time
Join which package
Flight Mumbai – Dehradun (direct or one stop)
2.5–5 hours, by schedule
5N/6D from Dehradun/Haridwar
Flight Mumbai – Delhi
About 2 hours
6N/7D from Delhi
Overnight train Mumbai – Delhi
About 16–22 hours
6N/7D from Delhi
Flying to Dehradun saves a full day of driving and is our first suggestion for Mumbai travellers with limited leave. If Dehradun fares are high, flying to Delhi is a good fallback. The train suits families who enjoy rail journeys or want to keep costs low. Our Char Dham by air and by train guides explain both in more detail.
Do Dham land package prices for Mumbai
Start point
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Dehradun airport / Haridwar
5N / 6D
₹13,500
₹19,500
₹29,500
Delhi
6N / 7D
₹15,500
₹22,000
₹33,000
2027 estimates per person for four travellers sharing a vehicle. Flights or trains from Mumbai are extra. Final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
This plan assumes a morning arrival at Jolly Grant. If your flight lands after about 11 am, spend the first night in Rishikesh and start the loop the next morning.
Day 1
Land in Dehradun, drive to Guptkashi
About 200 km7 hoursNight: Guptkashi
Your driver meets you outside arrivals and the car heads straight for Rishikesh, skirting the town and entering the Ganga valley. Stop at Devprayag to see the rivers merge and at Rudraprayag for a late lunch. You reach Guptkashi in the evening, already more than 1,000 m higher than the airport.
Day 2
Gaurikund trail to Kedarnath
30 km + 16 km on footFull dayNight: Kedarnath
An early drive to Sonprayag, a registration check and the jeep ride to Gaurikund. City legs used to Mumbai's flat streets will feel the climb, so pace yourself and consider a pony one way. IRCTC shuttle ticket holders fly from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi instead. Overnight near the temple.
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Day 3
Kedarnath darshan, return
16 km + 30 kmFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Take darshan as early as possible, then visit Bhairavnath and the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi. Descend to Gaurikund and Sonprayag, where your car waits. A hot dinner at Guptkashi follows.
Day 4
Valley crossing to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
From Guptkashi the road climbs to Ukhimath and through the forests near Chopta before dropping to the Alaknanda. After Joshimath the gorge narrows and the peaks close in. At Badrinath, bathe in the Tapt Kund and join the evening aarti.
Day 5
Badrinath and Mana, descend
About 160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Morning darshan of Badri Narayan, then Mana village for Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and Bhim Pul. The afternoon drive follows the Alaknanda through Nandprayag and Karnaprayag. Overnight at Rudraprayag or Srinagar.
Day 6
Back to Dehradun airport
About 165 km6–7 hoursNight: Tour ends
Drive down through Devprayag and Rishikesh to Jolly Grant for an evening flight, or to Haridwar station. Choose a flight after about 5 pm to allow for traffic and road work, or book the next morning's flight for complete peace of mind.
What the package includes
Included
Hotels on twin or triple sharing
Breakfast and dinner (all meals on Luxury)
Private car or SUV with hill driver
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits, driver allowance
Airport or station pick-up and drop
Registration help and phone support
Not included
Flights or trains from Mumbai
Helicopter, pony, palki or pithoo
Sonprayag–Gaurikund jeep
Puja and VIP darshan
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides
Insurance and personal costs
What the hotels are like
Travellers used to Mumbai city hotels should adjust expectations in the hills. Guptkashi and Badrinath have comfortable, clean rooms with hot water, and the Deluxe and Luxury categories add better views and service. Kedarnath is different: every category there means simple guest houses, tents or dormitories, because space at 3,583 m is limited and everything is carried up by mule or helicopter. Rooms there cost ₹2,500–6,000 a night in season, and one night is all you need. Read more about Kedarnath hotels and Badrinath hotels before choosing a category.
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Advice for Mumbai pilgrims
Altitude: Mumbai is at sea level and Kedarnath at 3,583 m. Climb slowly, sleep well at Guptkashi and drink plenty of water.
Clothing: pack a padded jacket, thermals and a rain shell; see things to carry.
Helicopter: IRCTC HeliYatra is the only seller of shuttle tickets. Read the IRCTC booking guide.
Monsoon overlap: Mumbai's rains and Uttarakhand's monsoon arrive together; avoid July and August.
Booking from Mumbai
Hold your flight options and WhatsApp us at +91-99111 77951 with dates and group size.
We confirm which package fits your arrival time and send a quote.
Pay the advance, then book flights once hotels are confirmed.
Register each traveller and send us the QR codes.
Land and go: the driver waits at arrivals.
Mumbai to Kedarnath and Badrinath: FAQ
What is the fastest way from Mumbai to Kedarnath and Badrinath?
By road, fly to Dehradun and join our 5N/6D loop. Fastest of all is the Do Dham helicopter charter from Dehradun, which covers both shrines in 1 night and 2 days.
Can a Mumbai professional fit Kedarnath and Badrinath into one week of leave?
Six days on the ground plus travel. With a morning flight in and an evening flight out, a Saturday-to-Thursday trip is realistic.
Does the price include Mumbai flights?
No. The package covers everything from arrival in Dehradun or Delhi. Booking your own flights lets you use offers and choose timings.
Can my parents travel while I join later?
Yes, as long as someone accompanies elders. We can collect different members from different flights on day 1, though everyone must start the hill drive together.
Is this the same as the Pune package?
The route is the same; only the travel advice differs. Pune pilgrims can see Do Dham from Pune.
Are senior citizens from Mumbai able to manage Kedarnath?
Many do, with care. Spend the first night at Guptkashi, use a pony or palki for the climb, or try for IRCTC shuttle tickets. Anyone with heart, lung or blood-pressure conditions should consult a doctor before booking flights.
Can we end the trip with a night in Rishikesh before flying home?
Yes. Add a night in Rishikesh at the end for the Triveni Ghat aarti and a relaxed morning before your flight.
