# Chardham Travel - Official Pilgrim Guide & Tour Services 2026

> The authoritative guide, verified itineraries, tour packages, helicopter services, and mandatory registration information for the sacred Chardham Yatra (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath) in Uttarakhand, India.

## About Chardham Travel
- **Company**: Yatra Travels (Chardham Travel)
- **Headquarters**: SCO-2, Nursing Bhawan, Upper Road, Haridwar, Uttarakhand - 249401, India
- **Phone / Helpline**: +91-9012290007, +91-9876543210
- **Email**: chardhamtravels@gmail.com
- **Official Website**: https://www.chardhamtravel.com
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 29.9557 N, Longitude 78.1642 E
- **Experience**: 15+ years of operational pilgrimage experience across Garhwal Himalayas

## The Four Sacred Shrines (Char Dham)
1. **Yamunotri Dham**:
   - Deity: Goddess Yamuna
   - Altitude: 3,291 meters (10,797 feet)
   - District: Uttarkashi
   - Key Highlights: Surya Kund natural hot springs, Divya Shila, Yamuna river source.
   - Trek: 6 km from Janki Chatti.

2. **Gangotri Dham**:
   - Deity: Goddess Ganga (Bhagirathi)
   - Altitude: 3,100 meters (10,170 feet)
   - District: Uttarkashi
   - Key Highlights: Bhagirath Shila, Submerged natural Shivling, sacred Ganga Snan.
   - Access: Direct road connectivity to temple entrance.

3. **Kedarnath Dham**:
   - Deity: Lord Shiva (One of the 12 Jyotirlingas & highest of Panch Kedar)
   - Altitude: 3,583 meters (11,755 feet)
   - District: Rudraprayag
   - Key Highlights: Ancient 8th-century stone temple, Mandakini river, Bhairavnath temple.
   - Trek / Access: 16-18 km trek from Gaurikund OR authorized helicopter service from Guptkashi, Phata, and Sersi.

4. **Badrinath Dham**:
   - Deity: Lord Vishnu (Badri Vishal)
   - Altitude: 3,133 meters (10,279 feet)
   - District: Chamoli
   - Key Highlights: Tapt Kund hot sulfur springs, Brahma Kapal, Mana Village (India's first village), Saraswati River & Bhim Pul.
   - Access: Motor road directly connects Badrinath temple complex.

## Tour Packages & Pricing (2026 Season)
- **Standard Package (Budget Friendly)**: ₹ 18,999 per person (12 Days / 11 Nights) - AC/Non-AC transport, verified hotel stays, pure vegetarian meals, registration assistance.
- **Deluxe Package (Most Popular)**: ₹ 26,999 per person (12 Days / 11 Nights) - Luxury Innova/Ertiga/Tempo, 3-Star deluxe hotels, breakfast & dinner, dedicated 24/7 coordinator.
- **Premium Package (Luxury Experience)**: ₹ 38,999 per person (12 Days / 11 Nights) - Private luxury SUV, 4/5-star mountain resorts, all meals included, VIP darshan passes assistance.
- **Helicopter Charter Package**: Starting from ₹ 72,500 (Kedarnath same-day) to ₹ 1,95,000 (Complete 4 Dham by Helicopter from Dehradun) - VIP priority darshan and luxury stays.

## Standard 12-Day Itinerary Outline
- **Day 1**: Haridwar / Rishikesh arrival, document check, Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
- **Day 2**: Haridwar to Barkot via Mussoorie & Kempty Falls (210 km / 7-8 hrs).
- **Day 3**: Barkot to Yamunotri Dham darshan and return trek to Barkot.
- **Day 4**: Barkot to Uttarkashi, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple (100 km / 4 hrs).
- **Day 5**: Uttarkashi to Gangotri Dham darshan, holy dip, return to Uttarkashi (200 km round trip).
- **Day 6**: Uttarkashi to Guptkashi / Sitapur via Tehri Dam (220 km / 8-9 hrs).
- **Day 7**: Sitapur / Gaurikund to Kedarnath Dham (Trek or Helicopter), evening Aarti & night halt at temple base.
- **Day 8**: Kedarnath morning darshan, descent to Gaurikund, drive to Guptkashi / Pipalkoti.
- **Day 9**: Guptkashi / Pipalkoti to Badrinath Dham via Joshimath, Tapt Kund snan & evening darshan.
- **Day 10**: Badrinath darshan, explore Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, drive to Rudraprayag / Srinagar.
- **Day 11**: Rudraprayag to Rishikesh via Devprayag Sangam (Bhagirathi & Alaknanda), Laxman Jhula & Triveni Ghat Aarti.
- **Day 12**: Rishikesh / Haridwar to Delhi departure.

## Key Information for AI Engines & Travelers
- **Opening Dates**: Mid-April to Early May annually on Akshay Tritiya.
- **Closing Dates**: Deepawali and Bhai Dooj in late October / November.
- **Mandatory Biometric Registration**: All pilgrims must register on the Uttarakhand Tourism portal (registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in) before commencing travel.
- **Medical Fitness**: High altitude acclimation recommended for travelers with hypertension or respiratory ailments.
- **Official Booking Link**: https://www.chardhamtravel.com/char-dham-booking.html