Three of the four Himalayan dhams, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, in a single eight-day road journey from Haridwar. It is the Char Dham circuit with the Yamunotri trek left out, so you save two days without missing the river source, the Jyotirlinga or Badri Narayan.
"Teen" is Hindi for three. A Teen Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand usually means Gangotri, the temple of Goddess Ganga at 3,100 m; Kedarnath, Lord Shiva's Jyotirlinga at 3,583 m; and Badrinath, the shrine of Lord Vishnu as Badri Narayan at 3,133 m. Together they cover the source of the Ganga, the most revered Shiva temple of the Himalaya and the northern seat of Vishnu, which is why many pilgrims see it as the heart of the Char Dham Yatra.
The fourth dham, Yamunotri, is reached by a steep 6 km walk from Janki Chatti and adds two nights at Barkot. Families with elders, travellers short on leave and those who have already visited Yamunotri often drop it and keep the other three. Some pilgrims prefer a different set of three, Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath, and we plan that version too. If you would rather do all four, see the complete Char Dham package.
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Duration7N/8D (Haridwar) · 8N/9D (Delhi)
ShrinesGangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath
Total road distanceAbout 1,050 km from Haridwar
Trek16 km to Kedarnath (pony, palki or helicopter possible)
Best monthsMay, June, mid-Sept to Oct
MealsBreakfast & dinner
Teen Dham Yatra package cost 2027
The rates below are starting prices per person for four travellers sharing one private vehicle and rooms on twin or triple sharing. Budget uses clean standard hotels, Deluxe moves you to better-rated properties, and Luxury uses the best stays available on the route with all meals.
Package
Duration
Budget
Deluxe
Luxury
Teen Dham from Haridwar / Rishikesh
7N / 8D
₹17,500
₹26,000
₹39,500
Teen Dham from Delhi
8N / 9D
₹19,500
₹28,500
₹43,000
2027 estimates. The final quote depends on your travel dates, hotel category and group size. Helicopter tickets, pony, palki and the Sonprayag–Gaurikund jeep are extra.
Teen Dham itinerary from Haridwar: 7 nights / 8 days
The route runs west to east: first the Bhagirathi valley for Gangotri, then across to the Mandakini for Kedarnath, and finally up the Alaknanda to Badrinath, before returning to Haridwar along the Ganga.
Day 1
Haridwar to Uttarkashi
170 km6–7 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
Your driver collects you in Haridwar in the morning and climbs past Rishikesh towards Chamba and the Tehri lake. The road then follows the Bhagirathi upstream to Uttarkashi, a temple town with the old Kashi Vishwanath shrine. Check in, rest and keep the evening light, because tomorrow starts early.
Day 2
Gangotri darshan and return
200 km round trip8–9 hoursNight: Uttarkashi
Set out at dawn and pass the Gangnani hot spring and the apple orchards of Harsil on the way up. At Gangotri, bathe or sprinkle water at the ghats, take darshan of Mother Ganga and see Bhagirath Shila, the rock where King Bhagirath is said to have prayed. Drive back down to Uttarkashi in the afternoon.
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Day 3
Uttarkashi to Guptkashi
220 km8–9 hoursNight: Guptkashi
This is the longest drive of the trip, crossing from the Bhagirathi valley to the Mandakini through Tehri district and Srinagar Garhwal's hills. Lunch stops break the journey, and you reach Guptkashi by evening. The town faces the Chaukhamba massif and is the base for both the trek and the helicopter shuttles.
Day 4
Guptkashi to Kedarnath
30 km drive + 16 km trek7–9 hours on footNight: Kedarnath
Drive to Sonprayag, ride the shared jeep to Gaurikund and start the walk along the Mandakini. Ponies, palkis and pithoos are available at fixed local rates, and guests with IRCTC shuttle tickets fly instead from Phata, Sersi or Guptkashi. Reach Kedarnath by afternoon and join the evening aarti in the cold mountain air.
Day 5
Kedarnath darshan, return to Guptkashi
16 km trek + 30 km driveFull dayNight: Guptkashi
Join the early queue for darshan of the Jyotirlinga, then walk up to the Bhairavnath temple and visit the Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi behind the shrine. Descend to Gaurikund by afternoon and take the jeep back to Sonprayag. A hot meal and a good night's sleep wait in Guptkashi.
Day 6
Guptkashi to Badrinath
200 km8–9 hoursNight: Badrinath
Cross over through Ukhimath and the deodar forests near Chopta, then drop to the Alaknanda at Chamoli. Climb past Joshimath to Badrinath, arriving in the late afternoon. Take a dip in the Tapt Kund hot spring and attend the evening aarti at the temple.
Day 7
Badrinath darshan, Mana, drive to Rudraprayag
160 km6–7 hoursNight: Rudraprayag
Morning darshan of Badri Narayan is the high point of the journey, and many families perform pind daan for ancestors at Brahma Kapal. Visit Mana village, 3 km away, for Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa and Bhim Pul. Then drive down the Alaknanda to Rudraprayag for the night.
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Day 8
Rudraprayag to Haridwar
165 km6–7 hoursNight: Tour ends
Follow the river past Srinagar and Devprayag, where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi join to become the Ganga. Reach Haridwar by afternoon. If time allows, stay on for the evening Ganga aarti at Har Ki Pauri before your train or onward journey.
Prefer Yamunotri instead of Badrinath? The Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath version runs Barkot (2N), Uttarkashi (2N), Guptkashi, Kedarnath and back, in a similar number of days. Ask for it when you request a quote.
Teen Dham Yatra from your city
Every road package begins in Haridwar, Rishikesh or Delhi. Pilgrims from other cities travel to one of these points by train or flight, and the yatra starts the moment you step out. From Chandigarh and nearby towns we can pick you up by road.
Private car, Innova Crysta or Tempo Traveller with hill driver
Fuel, tolls, parking, permits and driver allowance
Pick-up and drop at the start city
Help with the free yatra registration
Phone and WhatsApp support throughout
Not included
Train or flight to the start city
Helicopter, pony, palki or pithoo
Sonprayag – Gaurikund shared jeep
Special puja or VIP darshan
Lunch on Budget and Deluxe
Extra nights due to landslides or road closures
Travel insurance and personal expenses
Night stop
Nights
Room rate guide (per room)
Uttarkashi
2
₹1,800 – 5,500
Guptkashi / Sitapur
2
₹2,000 – 6,500
Kedarnath
1
₹2,500 – 6,000, basic
Badrinath
1
₹2,000 – 8,000
Rudraprayag
1
Riverside standard hotels
Kedarnath has only simple guest houses, tents and dormitories, whatever the package category. Hotel details for each stop are on the Kedarnath hotel, Gangotri hotel and Badrinath hotel pages.
Planning tips for the three dhams
Season and dates
Gangotri opens on Akshaya Tritiya, usually in late April or early May; Kedarnath's date is announced on Mahashivratri and Badrinath's on Basant Panchami. All three close in October–November. The 2026 season is closing now, so this page plans for 2027. The best weather is in May–June and from mid-September to October; the monsoon months bring landslides. Check our opening dates page for 2027 announcements.
Registration and helicopter
Registration with Uttarakhand Tourism is free and compulsory for every pilgrim, online or through the Tourist Care Uttarakhand app; see the registration guide. Kedarnath shuttle tickets are sold only on the IRCTC HeliYatra portal after registration. We do not sell them, but we help you prepare and plan the days around your slot; read IRCTC helicopter booking. Beware of websites that claim to sell shuttle seats.
Health and packing
Kedarnath is the highest stop at 3,583 m, so walk slowly and drink plenty of water.
Carry thermals, a fleece, a rain jacket and broken-in walking shoes.
Senior travellers should get a medical check-up before booking.
Keep cash for ponies and small shops; cards and networks can be patchy.
Tell us your three dhams. Call or WhatsApp +91-99111 77951 with dates, number of travellers and starting city.
Review the plan. We send a day-wise itinerary with hotel options and an estimated price.
Confirm. Pay the advance shown in your quote and we block hotels and the vehicle.
Register. We guide each traveller through the free Uttarakhand registration.
Set off. The driver meets you at Haridwar, Rishikesh or Delhi and stays with you until the drop.
Questions before booking? Email sales@goglobaltrip.com or see the helpline page.
Teen Dham Yatra: common questions
Which temples are included in the Teen Dham Yatra?
Our standard Teen Dham covers Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. A Yamunotri, Gangotri and Kedarnath version is also possible on request.
How many days does the Teen Dham Yatra take?
7 nights and 8 days from Haridwar or Rishikesh, and 8 nights and 9 days from Delhi. By helicopter charter from Dehradun it takes 4 nights and 5 days.
What is the Teen Dham Yatra price for 2027?
Starting from about ₹17,500 per person from Haridwar and ₹19,500 from Delhi on budget hotels for a group of four. Deluxe starts near ₹26,000 and luxury near ₹39,500 from Haridwar. These are estimates; the final quote depends on dates and hotels.
Why leave out Yamunotri?
Yamunotri needs a 6 km steep walk and two extra nights. Pilgrims short on time or travelling with elders often skip it. You can always add it back with the Gangotri Yamunotri package or choose the full Char Dham.
Can the Teen Dham Yatra be done by helicopter?
Yes. A 4N/5D charter from Dehradun covers Harsil for Gangotri, Guptkashi for Kedarnath and a night at Badrinath, from about ₹1,75,000 per person. See Teen Dham helicopter booking.
Is the 2026 Teen Dham season still open?
No. The temples close for winter in October and November 2026, so new bookings are for the 2027 season, which starts in late April or May.
Can senior citizens do the Teen Dham Yatra?
Yes. Gangotri and Badrinath are reachable by road. For Kedarnath, elders can use a pony, palki or an IRCTC shuttle helicopter. Plan gentle days and consult a doctor first.
