Badrinath is one of the four sacred Char Dhams — dedicated to Lord Vishnu in the form of Badrinarayan. Situated at 3,133 metres (10,279 feet) in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, between the Nar and Narayan mountain ranges, it is among the most visited pilgrimage sites in India. The Badrinath Temple was established by Adi Shankaracharya and houses a 1-metre black stone idol of Lord Vishnu considered to be one of the eight Swayam Vyakta Kshetras — self-manifested shrines of Vishnu.
This Badrinath tour package from Delhi 2026 covers 5 days and 4 nights — with stays at Haridwar, Badrinath, Rudraprayag, and Rishikesh. Hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, and a private vehicle are included. The package covers Mansa Devi Temple and Ganga Aarti at Haridwar, Tapt Kund bath and Badrinath Darshan, Mana Village, Joshimath's Narsingh Temple, and Rishikesh sightseeing on the return. Char Dham Yatra registration — mandatory for all pilgrims — is handled by our team before departure.
Badrinath Temple Opening Date 2026
| Temple | Opening Date | Opening Time | Expected Closing Date |
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| Badrinath Temple | April 23, 2026 | 6:15 AM | November 13, 2026 (approx.) |
Badrinath Temple opens every year on a date decided by the Badri-Kedar Temple Committee (BKTC) based on the Hindu calendar. The April 23, 2026 date is the confirmed opening. The temple closes in November after Diwali — exact closing date announced by BKTC closer to the time.
During winter (November to April), the deity of Lord Badrinath is moved to Joshimath's Narsingh Temple for six months. This is why the Narsingh Temple at Joshimath is included in this package.
Badrinath Temple Darshan Timings 2026
| Time | Session / Ritual |
|---|
| 4:30 AM | Maha Abhishek Aarti (most sacred ritual of the day) |
| 4:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Morning Darshan |
| 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Temple Closed (Bhog Rituals) |
| 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Evening Darshan |
| 8:30 PM | Shayan Aarti (last aarti of the day) |
Entry is free for all devotees. No VIP Darshan ticket exists — general Darshan is the standard for all pilgrims. The Maha Abhishek Aarti at 4:30 AM is the most auspicious time to be at the temple. Our itinerary builds in an overnight at Badrinath so pilgrims can attend this early morning ritual.
Best Time To Visit Badrinath
| Season | Months | Temperature | What to Expect |
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| Opening Season | Late April – May | 8°C – 18°C | Temple freshly opens; some snow; moderate crowds |
| Peak Season | May – June | 10°C – 18°C | Best weather; clear roads; book 4-6 weeks ahead |
| Monsoon | July – August | 12°C – 18°C | Moderate rain; roads open but some disruption |
| Post-Monsoon | September – October | 5°C – 15°C | Clear skies; fewer pilgrims; good darshan conditions |
| Closing Season | Late October – November | 0°C – 8°C | Temple closes post-Diwali; very limited availability |
Badrinath weather remains cool throughout the year — average 8°C minimum, 18°C maximum in summer. Carry woollen and warm clothes regardless of the travel month. The temple is closed November to April due to heavy snowfall at this altitude.
How to Reach
- By Train: Haridwar Railway Station is the nearest major railhead — connected to Delhi (Shatabdi Express: 4.5 hours), Lucknow, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Our representative meets you at Delhi Railway Station and the Day 01 drive to Haridwar begins from there.
- By Air: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun is 35 km from Haridwar — approximately 1 hour by road. Connected to Delhi (1 hour flight), Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Our team arranges airport pickup to Haridwar on Day 01.
- By Road: Delhi to Haridwar: 220 km via NH58 — approximately 6–7 hours. Covered on Day 01 of this package. Haridwar to Badrinath: 320 km via Rishikesh, Devprayag, Joshimath — approximately 9–10 hours by private vehicle on Day 02.