Introduction The Chardham Yatra in Uttarakhand is one of the known Yatra in India. Every year, thousands of travellers from across the world visit the four holy Temples— Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath — located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. The journey is not just a religious experience but also a chance to reconnect with nature and find inner peace. If you planning Chardham Yatra in 2026 , it’s the perfect time to plan your spiritual journey. In this blog, I will guide you through everything you need to know — from the route, registration process, itinerary, best time to visit, package details, and why choosing Clans Stays will make your trip comfortable and unforgettable. How to Reach Haridwar – The Starting Point of Chardham Yatra Most travellers start their Chardham Yatra from Haridwar, known as the “Gateway to God.” Haridwar is well-connected by road, rail, and air from Delhi making it the ideal starting point for your journey. By Air: By Train: By Road: Overview of the Chardham Yatra The Chardham Yatra circuit includes four sacred Temples located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand. Each dham represents a different Story of Hindu spirituality: Chardham Route Map The traditional route follows this sequence:Haridwar → Barkot → Yamunotri → Barkot → Uttarkashi → Gangotri → Uttarkashi → Guptkashi → Kedarnath → Guptkashi → Badrinath → Haridwar Chardham Yatra Registration Process 2026 Before starting your Char Dham Yatra, registration is mandatory as per the Uttarakhand Tourism Department. This ensures the safety and tracking of every traveller. Online Registration process Steps:  Offline Registration: If you prefer offline registration, Carry Your Aadhaar Card and you can visit authorized counters at: Once registered, you will receive a QR code and Yatra Card, which must be scanned at each dham for tracking and safety purposes. Same Yatra Card is Required to make the E pass for the Taxi As Well. Sample Itinerary for Chardham Yatra 2026 Clans Stays offers both road packages and helicopter packages for the Chardham Yatra from Haridwar. Below is a sample itinerary for both options. Chardham Yatra by Road ( 9 Nights /10 Days ) Day 1: Haridwar – Barkot (Yamunotri) Distance: 190 km | Duration: 6–7 hoursDrive via Mussoorie and Kempty Falls to reach Barkot, a small hill town by the Yamuna River. Enjoy scenic mountain views and rest at your hotel.Overnight Stay: Barkot Day 2: Barkot – Yamunotri – Barkot Distance: 45 km (drive) + 6 km (trek one way) | Duration: Full dayEarly morning, drive to Janki Chatti. Start the 6 km trek to Yamunotri Temple (you can hire a pony or doli). Take a holy dip in Surya Kund and trek to Yamunotri Temple. Return to Barkot by evening.Overnight Stay: Barkot Day 3: Barkot – Uttarkashi (Gangotri Base) Distance: 85 km | Duration: 4–5 hoursAfter breakfast, drive to Uttarkashi, located on the banks of the Bhagirathi River. Visit Vishwanath Temple and explore the local market of Uttarkashi.Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi Day 4: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi Distance: 100 km (one way) | Duration: 3.5–4 hours each sideDrive along the Bhagirathi River and Harsil Valley to reach Gangotri. Take a holy dip in the sacred Ganges and perform darshan at Gangotri Temple. Return to Uttarkashi by evening.Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi Day 5: Uttarkashi – Guptkashi Distance: 220 km | Duration: 8–9 hoursA scenic drive through mountain valleys and along the Mandakini River. Overnight Stay: Guptkashi Day 6: Guptkashi – Kedarnath (Trek / Helicopter) Distance: 30 km (drive to Sonprayag) + 22 km (trek one way) | Duration: Full dayDrive early to Sonprayag, then take a local jeep to Gaurikund. From there, begin your trek (or helicopter ride from Phata/Sersi) to Kedarnath Temple. Attend the evening Aarti near the temple .Overnight Stay: Kedarnath Day 7: Kedarnath – Guptkashi Distance: 22 km (trek) + 30 km (drive) | Duration: 5–6 hoursAfter morning darshan, return to Gaurikund and then to Guptkashi by evening. Relax and recover from the trek.Overnight Stay: Guptkashi Day 8: Guptkashi – Badrinath Distance: 185 km | Duration: 7–8 hoursAfter breakfast, proceed to Badrinath via Joshimath. Visit the sacred Narsingh Temple at Joshimath before going to Badrinath. Attend evening Aarti at Badrinath Temple.Overnight Stay: Badrinath Day 9: Badrinath – Joshimath – Rudraprayag Distance: 160 km | Duration: 6–7 hoursTake an early morning dip in Tapt Kund and offer prayers at Badrinath Temple. Visit nearby attractions — Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and Bhim Pul( a short drive of 10 mins )— before driving to Rudraprayag via Joshimath.Overnight Stay: Rudraprayag Day 10: Rudraprayag – Haridwar (via Rishikesh) Distance: 160 km | Duration: 5–6 hoursDrive back to Haridwar via Rishikesh, visiting Devprayag — En route, witness the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi at Devprayag.Your Chardham Yatra concludes after reaching Haridwar with lifelong memories.End of Yatra Chardham Yatra by Helicopter (6 Days / 5 Nights) Day 1 – Arrival at Dehradun (Stay in Dehradun) Overnight Stay: Dehradun Day 2 – Dehradun → Yamunotri (Kharsali Helipad) → Barkot (Stay) Overnight Stay: Barkot Day 3 – Barkot → Harsil Helipad → Gangotri Darshan → Harsil (Stay) Overnight Stay: Harsil Day 4 – Harsil → Guptkashi (Sersi Helipad) → Kedarnath Darshan → Return to Guptkashi (Stay) Overnight Stay: Guptkashi / Sersi Day 5 – Guptkashi (Sersi) → Badrinath (Stay) Overnight Stay: Badrinath Day 6 – Badrinath → Dehradun (Drop) End of Tour with Divine Blessings Approximate Helicopter & Transfer Durations Route Approx. Flight Time Dehradun → Kharsali (Yamunotri) 30 minutes Kharsali → Harsil (Gangotri Sector) 30 minutes Harsil → Sersi (Guptkashi Base) 30 minutes Sersi → Kedarnath (Shuttle) 7–10 minutes each way Sersi → Badrinath 30 minutes Badrinath → Dehradun 60 minutes Harsil → Gangotri (by road) 25 km / 45–50 minutes Package Options & Prices (Estimated for 2026) Package Type Duration Mode Starting Price (Per Person) Standard Chardham Yatra 10 Days / 9 Nights Road ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 Deluxe Chardham Yatra 10 Days / 9 Nights Road ₹35,000 – ₹45,000 Luxury Chardham Yatra 10 Days / 9 Nights Road ₹45,000 – ₹65,000 Chardham Helicopter Yatra