From Pune, the quickest way into the Garhwal Himalaya is a flight to Dehradun's Jolly Grant airport. Land, meet your driver and be in Uttarkashi the same evening, on the road to Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.
Pune sits about 1,450 km from Delhi, and the train journey north takes the better part of a day. Most Pune pilgrims we plan for are working families or retired couples who would rather spend those hours in the mountains. Flying to Dehradun (directly or with one stop, depending on the season's schedule) puts you 35 km from Haridwar and Rishikesh, which is exactly where the Teen Dham Yatra road route begins.
The tour then covers three of the four dhams: Gangotri on the Bhagirathi, Kedarnath high in the Mandakini valley and Badrinath on the Alaknanda. Yamunotri is left out to save two days. If you would rather fly into Delhi, we run an 8-night version from there, and both options end where you need them for your flight home.
Pune to DehradunFlight, direct or one-stop
Pune to DelhiAbout 2 hours by air
Land tour7N/8D from Dehradun · 8N/9D from Delhi
ShrinesGangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
Trek16 km to Kedarnath, or pony/helicopter
SeasonLate April/May to October
Pune to the Himalaya: your options
Route
Approx. time
Joins
Fly Pune – Dehradun
Half a day with connections
7N/8D from Jolly Grant
Fly Pune – Delhi
About 2 hours
8N/9D from Delhi
Train Pune – Delhi
20–26 hours
8N/9D from Delhi
Train Pune – Haridwar (via Delhi)
More than a day
7N/8D from Haridwar
For train travellers our Char Dham by train guide explains how to plan an arrival at Haridwar. Air travellers can read Char Dham by air.
Teen Dham price from Pune (land package)
Start point
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Dehradun airport / Haridwar
7N / 8D
₹17,500
₹26,000
₹39,500
Delhi
8N / 9D
₹19,500
₹28,500
₹43,000
Per person, four travellers, twin/triple sharing. 2027 estimates; flights or trains from Pune are extra and the final quote depends on dates, hotels and group size.
Meet your driver outside arrivals and set off immediately. The road climbs through Rishikesh's outskirts to Chamba, then runs beside the Tehri reservoir and up the Bhagirathi. An early-morning flight from Pune lets you reach Uttarkashi before dark; with a later flight we suggest a first night in Rishikesh instead.
Day 2
Gangotri
200 km round trip8–9 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
Drive past Gangnani's hot spring and the orchards of Harsil to Gangotri. Offer prayers to Goddess Ganga and see Bhagirath Shila. The river here is ice-cold and fast; bathe only at the marked ghats. Back to Uttarkashi by evening.
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Day 3
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi
A long road day across the middle hills to the Mandakini valley. Pack a book or music, and let the driver choose the lunch halt. Guptkashi's temple of Vishwanath and Ardhanarishvara is worth a short evening visit.
Day 4
Kedarnath by trek, pony or helicopter
30 km + 16 km7–9 hours walkingNight: Kedarnath
Drive to Sonprayag and ride the shared jeep to Gaurikund. Walk the 16 km trail or hire a pony or palki at the official stand. If you hold an IRCTC shuttle ticket, the driver drops you at your helipad instead.
Day 5
Kedarnath darshan and return
16 km + 30 kmFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Darshan of the Jyotirlinga at first light, with the peaks glowing behind the temple. Visit Bhairavnath and the Shankaracharya Samadhi. Descend to Gaurikund and return to Guptkashi by jeep and car.
Day 6
Guptkashi to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
Cross through Ukhimath and the Chopta forests to the Alaknanda. Climb past Joshimath to Badrinath. Evening Tapt Kund bath and aarti at Badri Narayan.
Day 7
Badrinath, Mana, Rudraprayag
160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag
Morning darshan and optional pind daan at Brahma Kapal. Short visit to Mana village, Vyas Gufa and Bhim Pul. Drive down to Rudraprayag where the Mandakini meets the Alaknanda.
Day 8
Rudraprayag to Jolly Grant airport
about 150 km5–6 hoursNight: Tour ends
Drive down past Devprayag and Rishikesh to Jolly Grant. Book an afternoon or evening flight to Pune. If your flight is next morning, we can add a night in Rishikesh.
Private vehicle with hill driver from and to the airport
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits, driver allowance
Registration help and WhatsApp support
Not included
Flights or trains from Pune
Helicopter, pony, palki or pithoo
Gaurikund jeep fare
Puja and VIP darshan
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides
Insurance and personal expenses
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Getting ready in Pune
Flying in from Pune, which sits at about 560 m, you reach Uttarkashi on the same day and sleep at Kedarnath on day four. That is a quick climb, so the plan deliberately keeps two nights each at Uttarkashi and Guptkashi before and after the high night at the temple. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and heavy meals at altitude, and tell the driver at once if anyone in the group has a persistent headache, breathlessness or nausea. Most people adjust within a day; anyone who does not should come down rather than push on.
Train for Kedarnath on the hills around Pune: a few weekend walks up Sinhagad or Parvati make the 16 km trail far easier.
Pune's mild winters do not prepare you for 3,500 m. Pack thermals, a down or fleece jacket and gloves; see the packing list.
Register every traveller on the free Uttarakhand portal; see registration.
The 2026 season closes in November, so all our Pune quotes are now for 2027.
Book flights only after the tour dates are confirmed.
How to book
Message +91-99111 77951 with dates, group size and preferred arrival airport.
Receive a day-wise plan and estimate.
Confirm with the advance in the quote and book flights.
Register each traveller online.
Land in Dehradun or Delhi and meet your driver.
Teen Dham from Pune: FAQ
What is the cost of the Teen Dham Yatra from Pune?
The land package from Dehradun or Haridwar starts from about ₹17,500 per person on budget hotels for four people; from Delhi it starts at ₹19,500. Flights are extra. These are 2027 estimates.
Are there direct flights from Pune to Dehradun?
Schedules change each season. There are usually direct or one-stop options; check airline websites before booking. Delhi always has many direct flights from Pune.
How many days off work do I need?
About 9–10 days if you fly to Dehradun: one travel day, the 8-day tour, and a buffer.
Can we take the train from Pune?
Yes, to Delhi or Haridwar, but it takes 20 hours or more. Join the Delhi package or the Haridwar package accordingly.
Is Kedarnath difficult for first-time trekkers?
It is long rather than technical. Fit walkers manage it in six to eight hours. Ponies and palkis are available, and shuttle helicopters fly from Phata, Sersi and Guptkashi.
Will altitude be a problem coming straight from Pune?
Most travellers feel only mild breathlessness at Kedarnath (3,583 m). The itinerary builds in lower nights at Uttarkashi and Guptkashi. People with heart or lung conditions should consult a doctor before booking.
