For Sri Vaishnava families, Badrinath is a Divya Desam; for Shaiva devotees, Kedarnath is a Jyotirlinga. Either way, the journey from Chennai begins with a flight north.
Few Himalayan shrines are as closely tied to south India as Badrinath. Adi Shankaracharya, born in Kerala, is credited with re-establishing worship there, and the temple's chief priest traditionally comes from a Namboodiri family of Kerala. Badrinath and Devprayag are also counted among the 108 Divya Desams, which is why so many families from Tamil Nadu make the journey at least once. Kedarnath, the highest Jyotirlinga, draws Shaiva pilgrims from across the state.
Chennai is roughly 2,200 km from Delhi, so we recommend flying. Our driver meets you at Delhi airport and the 4N/5D road plan runs to Badrinath or Kedarnath and back. If you prefer to fly to Dehradun, the shorter Haridwar package from ₹8,500 applies.
Chennai – DelhiAbout 2,200 km
FlightAbout 2.5–3 hours
TrainAbout 30–35 hours
Land package4N/5D Delhi to Delhi
Price from₹10,500 per person
Leave neededAbout 6–7 days
Chennai to Delhi, Dehradun or Haridwar
Option
Arrive at
Approx. time
Join
Flight
Delhi
2.5–3 hours
4N/5D Delhi plan, from ₹10,500
Flight (often via a connection)
Dehradun
4–7 hours
3N/4D Haridwar plan, from ₹8,500
Train
Delhi
30–35 hours
4N/5D Delhi plan
Train
Haridwar (limited services)
Longer
3N/4D Haridwar plan
A morning flight from Chennai lands in Delhi before lunch, which leaves time to reach Haridwar the same evening. Elders who dislike flying sometimes take the long train; if so, rest a night in Delhi before starting. See our train guide and air guide.
Badrinath or Kedarnath: which suits your family?
The answer usually depends on the oldest member of the group. Badrinath is reached by road all the way into town, the temple is a short walk from most hotels, and the only real effort is the long drive and the cold. It is the natural choice for grandparents and for families whose tradition is Vaishnava.
Kedarnath asks more of the body. The 16 km climb from Gaurikund rises to 3,583 m, and the night at the temple is cold even in June. Fit adults walk it in six to eight hours; others ride a pony or go by palki at rates fixed by the local administration each season. A limited number of helicopter shuttle seats are released on the IRCTC HeliYatra portal. If your group is mixed, one practical plan is to send the walkers up on foot while elders use the shuttle or a palki.
Package prices for Chennai pilgrims, 2027
Per-person estimates for four travellers sharing a car and twin or triple rooms. Flights are booked by you.
Package
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Badrinath from Delhi
4N / 5D
₹10,500
₹14,500
₹22,500
Kedarnath from Delhi
4N / 5D
₹10,500
₹15,000
₹23,500
Badrinath from Haridwar
3N / 4D
₹8,500
₹12,000
₹18,500
Kedarnath from Haridwar
3N / 4D
₹8,500
₹12,500
₹19,500
Gangotri only / Yamunotri only from Haridwar
3N / 4D
₹8,500
₹12,000
₹18,000
2027 estimates. The final quote depends on dates, hotel category and group size.
Your driver meets you outside arrivals and the car heads out of the city towards Meerut and Roorkee. You reach Haridwar in the late afternoon. If you arrive in time, attend the Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
Day 2
Haridwar to Joshimath via Devprayag
275 km9–10 hoursNight: Joshimath
Leave at dawn. Stop at Devprayag, a Divya Desam where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda join, to see the confluence and the Raghunathji temple. The road then follows the Alaknanda past Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag and Nandprayag to Joshimath.
Day 3
Badrinath darshan and Mana
45 km2 hoursNight: Badrinath
Drive up to Badrinath and bathe in the Tapt Kund hot spring. Take darshan of Badri Narayan, seated in meditation. In the afternoon walk through Mana village to Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and Bhim Pul, then return for evening aarti.
Day 4
Brahma Kapal and the descent
about 195 km7–8 hoursNight: Srinagar
Families may perform rites for ancestors at Brahma Kapal on the river bank. After a last darshan, drive down to Srinagar Garhwal.
Day 5
Srinagar to Delhi
about 340 km9–10 hoursNight: Tour ends
Return to Delhi via Rishikesh and Haridwar. Book your Chennai flight for the next morning to stay safe from delays.
Kedarnath: 4 nights / 5 days
Day 1
Delhi to Haridwar
about 250 km6–7 hoursNight: Haridwar
Airport pick-up and the drive to Haridwar. Evening at leisure by the river.
Day 2
Haridwar to Guptkashi
200 km7–8 hoursNight: Guptkashi
Into the hills via Rishikesh and Devprayag to Rudraprayag, then up the Mandakini to Guptkashi. Early night.
Day 3
Trek to Kedarnath
30 km drive + 16 km trek7–9 hoursNight: Kedarnath
Shared jeep from Sonprayag to Gaurikund, then the 16 km trail on foot, pony or palki. IRCTC shuttle holders fly from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi. Evening aarti and night near the temple.
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Day 4
Darshan and drive to Srinagar
16 km trek + about 100 km driveFull dayNight: Rudraprayag / Srinagar
Morning darshan and a visit to the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi. Descend to Gaurikund and drive to Rudraprayag or Srinagar.
Day 5
Return to Delhi
about 340 km9–10 hoursNight: Tour ends
Drive back to Delhi with drop at the airport hotel or station.
What is included
Included
Four nights in hotels, twin or triple sharing
Vegetarian breakfast and dinner (all meals on Luxury)
Private vehicle with hill driver
Delhi airport pick-up and drop
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits, driver allowance
Registration help and phone support
Not included
Flights from Chennai
Helicopter, pony, palki or pithoo
Sonprayag–Gaurikund jeep
Puja, ancestral rites and VIP darshan fees
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides
Insurance and personal expenses
Tips for Tamil Nadu pilgrims
Cold is the big change. Chennai never gets cold; Badrinath and Kedarnath mornings are near freezing. Pack thermals, a jacket, cap, gloves and socks. See things to carry.
Food. Meals are simple north Indian vegetarian. Carry some familiar podi, pickles or snacks if you like.
Language. Drivers speak Hindi and some English; our support team is on WhatsApp throughout.
Registration is free and mandatory: see our guide.
Kedarnath helicopter. Shuttle tickets are only on the IRCTC HeliYatra portal; read the IRCTC guide.
Season. The 2026 season closes in November 2026; this page plans for 2027. The Badrinath opening date is announced on Basant Panchami; follow opening dates.
Gangotri-only and Yamunotri-only trips also run as 3N/4D tours from Haridwar. To see both Badrinath and Kedarnath, choose the Do Dham Yatra from Chennai.
How to book from Chennai
WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with your dham, dates and group size.
Confirm hotel availability before booking flights.
Send flight details and pay the advance.
Register every traveller online.
Land in Delhi and meet your driver.
Ek Dham Yatra from Chennai: FAQ
Is Badrinath a Divya Desam?
Yes. Badrinath, and Devprayag on the way, are among the 108 Divya Desams revered in the Sri Vaishnava tradition.
How do I go from Chennai to Badrinath?
Fly to Delhi, then join our 4N/5D road package via Haridwar and Joshimath. With a flight to Dehradun, the 3N/4D Haridwar plan applies.
What does the Chennai Ek Dham package cost?
From about ₹10,500 per person from Delhi, or ₹8,500 from Haridwar, for four people on budget hotels. Flights are extra. These are 2027 estimates.
Can elders manage Kedarnath?
With a pony, palki or IRCTC helicopter shuttle, yes. Badrinath is easier because there is no trek.
