More than 2,000 km separate Bengaluru from the Garhwal Himalaya, so the journey north is best done by air. Fly to Dehradun or Delhi, and a private vehicle with a hill driver handles everything from Gangotri to Kedarnath and Badrinath.
For pilgrims from Bengaluru, the Uttarakhand dhams are a once-in-a-lifetime journey, and most want to see as much as they can in one trip. The full Char Dham takes ten days on the road before you count flights. The Teen Dham Yatra is a popular middle path: it keeps Gangotri, the source temple of the Ganga; Kedarnath, the Jyotirlinga revered across South India; and Badrinath, one of the 108 Divya Desams sacred to Sri Vaishnavas, while leaving out Yamunotri's steep trek.
The train from Bengaluru to Delhi takes well over a day and a half, so we recommend flying. Land at Dehradun's Jolly Grant airport, about 35 km from Haridwar, and the tour can begin within an hour. If flights to Dehradun do not suit your dates, fly to Delhi and take the 8-night version from there. Either way, our driver is waiting at arrivals.
Bengaluru – DelhiAbout 2,150 km by road
Flight to DelhiAbout 2 h 45 m
Train to DelhiAbout 34–40 hours
Land tour7N/8D from Dehradun · 8N/9D from Delhi
ShrinesGangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
Highest nightKedarnath, 3,583 m
Teen Dham package price from Bengaluru
Join point
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Dehradun airport / Haridwar
7N / 8D
₹17,500
₹26,000
₹39,500
Delhi airport
8N / 9D
₹19,500
₹28,500
₹43,000
Per person for four people sharing a vehicle, twin/triple rooms. 2027 estimates; flights from Bengaluru are extra. The final quote depends on dates, hotels and group size.
What else to budget for
The package covers hotels, breakfast and dinner, and all road transport. These are the main costs outside it, so you can estimate the total before you book flights.
Item
Approximate cost
Notes
Return flights Bengaluru – Dehradun/Delhi
Varies by season
Book early for May–June
Kedarnath pony, one way
₹3,000 – 4,000
Paid on the spot; rates set locally each season
Kedarnath palki, one way
₹8,000 – 12,000
Paid on the spot
Phata – Kedarnath shuttle, round trip
₹6,500 (2026 fare)
IRCTC HeliYatra only
Lunches, tips, puja
As you choose
Not included on Budget/Deluxe
Itinerary: Dehradun airport and back, 8 days
Day 1
Fly in, drive to Uttarkashi
about 170 km6–7 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
Take the earliest flight you can from Bengaluru so that you land at Jolly Grant by late morning. The driver meets you outside the terminal and heads into the hills via Chamba and the Tehri reservoir. You reach Uttarkashi on the Bhagirathi by evening. If your flight lands in the afternoon, we spend the first night in Rishikesh instead and the plan grows by one day.
Day 2
Gangotri
200 km round trip8–9 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
The drive to Gangotri passes waterfalls, the Gangnani hot spring and the open valley at Harsil. At the temple, offer prayers to Goddess Ganga and see Bhagirath Shila. The river is glacier-fed and freezing, so a quick sprinkle of water is enough for most visitors. Return to Uttarkashi.
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Day 3
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi
A long, winding drive through the middle Himalaya to the Mandakini valley. Your driver knows where to stop for clean washrooms and hot food. At Guptkashi you look across to the snow-covered Chaukhamba massif.
Day 4
To Kedarnath
30 km + 16 km trek7–9 hours walkingNight: Kedarnath
Drive to Sonprayag, then take the shared jeep to Gaurikund. The 16 km path climbs past Bhimbali and Linchauli to the temple at 3,583 m. Ponies and palkis can be hired at the start; guests with IRCTC shuttle tickets fly from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi.
Day 5
Darshan and descent
16 km + 30 kmFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Early-morning darshan of Lord Kedareshwar is the spiritual peak of the journey. Visit the Bhairavnath temple and the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi, a site with special meaning for pilgrims from the South. Return to Guptkashi by evening.
Day 6
Guptkashi to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
Drive through Ukhimath and Chopta to Chamoli, then up through Joshimath to Badrinath. Bathe in the Tapt Kund hot spring. Attend the evening aarti at the temple of Badri Narayan.
Day 7
Badrinath, Mana and Rudraprayag
160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag
Morning darshan, and pind daan at Brahma Kapal for families who wish. Visit Mana village with Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and Bhim Pul. Drive down to Rudraprayag for the night.
Day 8
Rudraprayag to Jolly Grant airport
about 150 km5–6 hoursNight: Tour ends
Descend past Devprayag and Rishikesh to the airport. Book an evening flight to Bengaluru, ideally after 5 pm, to allow for hill traffic. A night in Rishikesh can be added if you prefer a morning flight.
Flying via Delhi instead? The plan simply gains a first night in Haridwar and a long last day back to Delhi airport. Details are on the Teen Dham from Delhi page, and the Haridwar version shows the same route for guests who arrive by train.
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
7 nights' hotels on twin or triple sharing
Breakfast and dinner (all meals on Luxury)
Private vehicle from and to the airport
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits and driver allowance
Registration help and WhatsApp support
Not included
Flights from Bengaluru
Helicopter, pony, palki or pithoo
Gaurikund shared jeep
Puja and VIP darshan
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides
Insurance and personal expenses
Tips for travellers from Bengaluru
Bengaluru's pleasant weather is misleading. Kedarnath and Badrinath drop close to freezing at night, even in June; pack thermals, a warm jacket, cap and gloves. Full packing list.
Meals are North Indian vegetarian. Idli or dosa is sometimes available in bigger towns but not guaranteed, so carry ready-to-eat items you like.
Register every traveller on the free Uttarakhand portal; see registration steps.
Kedarnath shuttle seats are sold only on IRCTC HeliYatra. Read our helicopter booking guide; never pay websites that promise confirmed seats.
The 2026 season ends in November; book 2027 flights once the temple dates are out. See opening dates.
Altitude: walk slowly, drink water and tell the driver if anyone feels unwell.
How to book
WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with dates, group size and preferred airport.
Get a day-wise plan and estimate.
Confirm with the advance in the quote; then buy flights.
Register each traveller with our help.
Land and meet your driver at arrivals.
Teen Dham from Bengaluru: FAQ
What does the Teen Dham Yatra cost from Bengaluru?
The land package starts at about ₹17,500 per person from Dehradun or Haridwar and ₹19,500 from Delhi, on budget hotels for four people. Flights are extra. These are 2027 estimates.
Should we fly to Dehradun or Delhi?
Dehradun saves a full day of driving. Delhi has more flights and sometimes lower fares. Choose whichever fits your dates; we run both versions.
How many leave days are needed?
About nine days if flying via Dehradun, ten via Delhi.
Can we go by train from Bengaluru instead?
Yes, but the journey to Delhi takes about a day and a half each way, adding three or four days to the trip. If you prefer the train, join the 8-night plan from Delhi and keep a rest night before the tour starts.
Why is Badrinath important for South Indian pilgrims?
Badrinath is one of the 108 Divya Desams, and Adi Shankaracharya is closely linked with both Badrinath and Kedarnath. Many families from Karnataka and Tamil Nadu treat this as a lifetime pilgrimage.
