Char Dham Yatra begins from Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Dehradun, and takes you to four holy shrines in the Himalayas. Here’s how you can reach each dham:

🗺️ 1. Starting Point for Char Dham Yatra

• Nearest Major Cities:

  • Haridwar

  • Rishikesh

  • Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport)

These cities serve as base points with excellent road connectivity, transport options, and accommodations.

🚗 2. By Road (Most Common Way)

You can travel by private taxi, shared jeep, or government/private buses.

✅ Suggested Route (Clockwise Order):

1. Haridwar/Rishikesh → Barkot (Base for Yamunotri)

2. Barkot → Yamunotri (via Janki Chatti, 6 km trek)

3. Barkot → Uttarkashi → Gangotri

4. Gangotri → Guptkashi → Gaurikund (Base for Kedarnath)

5. Gaurikund → Kedarnath (16 km trek or helicopter)

6. Kedarnath → Pipalkoti → Badrinath

7. Badrinath → Joshimath → Rudraprayag → Rishikesh/Haridwar

🚆 3. By Train

• Nearest Railway Stations:

  • Haridwar (Well connected to major Indian cities)

  • Dehradun

  • Rishikesh (Limited connectivity; best for nearby access)

From here, continue the journey by road or taxi to the Char Dham route.

✈️ 4. By Air

• Nearest Airport:

  • Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun

  • Well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, and other major cities

From the airport, hire a taxi or join a tour group toward Barkot or Uttarkashi.

🚁 5. By Helicopter (Luxury/Time-Saving Option)

• Helicopter services are available from Dehradun (Sahastradhara Helipad) for all four Dhams

• Ideal for elderly pilgrims or those with time constraints

• Common operators: IRCTC, Heritage Aviation, Pawan Hans, etc.

🧳 Travel Tips:

• Best Time to Visit: May to June & September to mid-November (avoid monsoon)

• Health Check: High altitude – carry basic medicines & stay hydrated

• Advance Booking: Hotels, ponies, helicopter, and registration (mandatory)