{"id":1485,"date":"2023-10-11T04:23:38","date_gmt":"2023-10-11T04:23:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/?p=1485"},"modified":"2026-06-01T09:38:30","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T09:38:30","slug":"chardham-yatra-route-map","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/","title":{"rendered":"Chardham Yatra Route Map 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Planning your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/chardham-yatra-package\">Chardham Yatra in 2026<\/a> and need the exact road route, distances between each dham, and a clear sequence of how to travel? This is the only guide you need. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-of-uttarakhand\/\">Chardham Yatra<\/a> route map covers four sacred shrines in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/yamunotri-dham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yamunotri<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/gangotri-dham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Gangotri<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/kedarnath-dham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kedarnath<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-dham\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Badrinath<\/a> \u2014 connected by mountain highways that demand careful planning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The 2026 Chardham Yatra season has officially begun. Yamunotri and Gangotri opened on 19 April, Kedarnath on 22 April, and Badrinath on 23 April at 6:15 AM. The total road distance from Haridwar covering all four dhams and returning to Haridwar is approximately 1,607 km. All four dhams are accessible by road, with two treks involved: 6 km from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri, and 16 km from Gaurikund to Kedarnath.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide gives you the correct 2026 route with verified segment distances, the mandatory registration process, best travel months, transport options, and safety warnings \u2014 everything you need before your first day on the mountain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-5571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1.webp\" alt=\"Chardham Yatra Route Map\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Chardham-Yatra-Route-Map-1-870x580.webp 870w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg 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href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Why_Does_the_Chardham_Yatra_Follow_This_Specific_Sequence\" >Why Does the Chardham Yatra Follow This Specific Sequence?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_1_Haridwar_Rishikesh_to_Yamunotri_Dham\" >Route 1: Haridwar \/ Rishikesh to Yamunotri Dham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_via_Rishikesh_Standard_Route_%E2%80%94_Recommended\" >Route via Rishikesh (Standard Route \u2014 Recommended)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_via_Dehradun_Scenic_but_Longer\" >Route via Dehradun (Scenic but Longer)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#The_Yamunotri_Trek_6_km_from_Janki_Chatti\" >The Yamunotri Trek: 6 km from Janki Chatti<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_2_Yamunotri_to_Gangotri_Dham\" >Route 2: Yamunotri to Gangotri Dham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_3_Gangotri_to_Kedarnath_Dham\" >Route 3: Gangotri to Kedarnath Dham<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Sonprayag_to_Gaurikund_The_Critical_Checkpoint\" >Sonprayag to Gaurikund: The Critical Checkpoint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#The_Kedarnath_Trek_16_km_from_Gaurikund\" >The Kedarnath Trek: 16 km from Gaurikund<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Route_4_Kedarnath_to_Badrinath_Dham\" >Route 4: Kedarnath to Badrinath Dham<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Chardham_Yatra_Route_Map_with_Distances_2026_%E2%80%94_Complete_Segment_Chart\" >Chardham Yatra Route Map with Distances 2026 \u2014 Complete Segment Chart<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Chardham_Dham-wise_Altitude_Trek_Information\" >Chardham Dham-wise Altitude &amp; Trek Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Road_Safety_Travel_Tips_for_Chardham_Route_2026\" >Road Safety &amp; Travel Tips for Chardham Route 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Critical_Rules_%E2%80%94_Every_Pilgrim_Must_Follow\" >Critical Rules \u2014 Every Pilgrim Must Follow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Altitude_Health_Warnings\" >Altitude Health Warnings<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q1_What_is_the_correct_sequence_for_Chardham_Yatra\" >Q1. What is the correct sequence for Chardham Yatra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q2_What_is_the_total_distance_of_Chardham_Yatra_from_Haridwar\" >Q2. What is the total distance of Chardham Yatra from Haridwar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q3_Which_dhams_require_trekking_in_Chardham_Yatra\" >Q3. Which dhams require trekking in Chardham Yatra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q4_When_did_Chardham_Yatra_2026_start\" >Q4. When did Chardham Yatra 2026 start?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q5_Is_Chardham_Yatra_registration_mandatory_in_2026\" >Q5. Is Chardham Yatra registration mandatory in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q6_What_is_the_Yamunotri_trek_starting_point_in_2026\" >Q6. What is the Yamunotri trek starting point in 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q7_How_many_days_does_Chardham_Yatra_take\" >Q7. How many days does Chardham Yatra take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q8_What_is_the_best_route_from_Delhi_to_Chardham\" >Q8. What is the best route from Delhi to Chardham?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q9_Can_I_travel_Chardham_Yatra_in_July_or_August\" >Q9. Can I travel Chardham Yatra in July or August?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q10_What_transport_is_available_for_senior_citizens_on_Chardham_Yatra\" >Q10. What transport is available for senior citizens on Chardham Yatra?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q11_How_do_I_check_the_live_road_status_on_the_Chardham_route\" >Q11. How do I check the live road status on the Chardham route?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q12_What_is_the_distance_from_Rishikesh_to_Kedarnath\" >Q12. What is the distance from Rishikesh to Kedarnath?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-route-map\/#Q13_Can_I_do_Chardham_Yatra_by_helicopter\" >Q13. Can I do Chardham Yatra by helicopter?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><b>Key Takeaways<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/chardham-yatra-opening-and-closing-dates\/\">2026 opening dates<\/a> confirmed: Yamunotri &amp; Gangotri \u2014 19 April | Kedarnath \u2014 22 April | Badrinath \u2014 23 April at 6:15 AM<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tentative closing dates: Gangotri \u2014 10 November | Yamunotri \u2014 11 November | Kedarnath \u2014 11 November | Badrinath \u2014 ~13 November 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional route sequence: Yamunotri \u2192 Gangotri \u2192 Kedarnath \u2192 Badrinath (west to east, clockwise)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total distance from Haridwar (full circuit): ~1,607 km by road<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only two treks required: Janki Chatti to Yamunotri (6 km) and Gaurikund to Kedarnath (16 km) \u2014 Gangotri and Badrinath are fully motorable<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yatra registration MANDATORY for all four dhams \u2014 free at registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in; carry printed E-Pass at all checkpoints<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical fitness certificate required for pilgrims above 50 with pre-existing heart, BP, diabetes, or respiratory conditions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30+ active landslide zones on Rishikesh\u2013Devprayag stretch as of April 2026 \u2014 night driving strictly prohibited<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WhatsApp registration: send &#8216;Yatra&#8217; to +91-8394833833 | Helpline: 0135-1364<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Does_the_Chardham_Yatra_Follow_This_Specific_Sequence\"><\/span><b>Why Does the Chardham Yatra Follow This Specific Sequence?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The traditional Chardham Yatra sequence \u2014 Yamunotri first, Gangotri second, Kedarnath third, Badrinath last \u2014 is not arbitrary. It follows a west-to-east clockwise direction through the Garhwal Himalayas, which is both spiritually prescribed and geographically logical given the road network.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to Hindu tradition, you begin at the source of the Yamuna (Yamunotri), move to the source of the Ganga (Gangotri), seek blessings of Lord Shiva at Kedarnath, and conclude at Lord Vishnu&#8217;s abode at Badrinath. The clockwise direction mirrors the pradakshina ritual. Practically, this sequence also minimizes unnecessary road backtracking across the mountain terrain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_1_Haridwar_Rishikesh_to_Yamunotri_Dham\"><\/span><b>Route 1: Haridwar \/ Rishikesh to Yamunotri Dham<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna and sits at an altitude of 3,291 metres in the Uttarkashi district. It is the westernmost and first dham of the Chardham circuit. The road journey ends at Janki Chatti, from where a 6 km trek leads to the Yamunotri temple.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_via_Rishikesh_Standard_Route_%E2%80%94_Recommended\"><\/span><b>Route via Rishikesh (Standard Route \u2014 Recommended)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rishikesh \u2192 Narendra Nagar \u2192 Chamba \u2192 Barkot \u2192 Syana Chatti \u2192 Hanuman Chatti \u2192 Janki Chatti \u2192 [6 km trek] \u2192 Yamunotri<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From Rishikesh, the distance to Janki Chatti is approximately 235 km. Drive time: 8\u20139 hours. Barkot (55 km before Janki Chatti) is the most convenient overnight halt on this route. Most pilgrims stay one night at Barkot and begin the trek to Yamunotri the next morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_via_Dehradun_Scenic_but_Longer\"><\/span><b>Route via Dehradun (Scenic but Longer)<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehradun \u2192 Mussoorie \u2192 Naugaon \u2192 Barkot \u2192 Syana Chatti \u2192 Hanuman Chatti \u2192 Janki Chatti \u2192 [6 km trek] \u2192 Yamunotri<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This route is scenic, passing through Mussoorie hill station. Hanuman Chatti is on this route but is NOT the starting point for the Yamunotri trek \u2014 that role now belongs to Janki Chatti, approximately 7 km further up the road from Hanuman Chatti.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Yamunotri_Trek_6_km_from_Janki_Chatti\"><\/span><b>The Yamunotri Trek: 6 km from Janki Chatti<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The motorable road ends at Janki Chatti (2,650 m). From here, the 6 km one-way <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/yamunotri-trek-guide\/\">trek to Yamunotri temple<\/a> (3,291 m) involves an altitude gain of approximately 641 m and takes 3\u20134 hours at an easy pace. The trek passes through Phool Chatti. Pony and palki (palanquin) services are available from Janki Chatti for those who need assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>IMPORTANT 2026 CORRECTION<\/strong>: The Yamunotri trek starting point is Janki Chatti \u2014 NOT Hanuman Chatti. Hanuman Chatti is a road junction 7 km before Janki Chatti. The road has been extended to Janki Chatti, making that the current motorable endpoint and trek starting point.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Places to see along the way: Janki Chatti, Phool Chatti, Surya Kund (natural hot spring where pilgrims cook rice as prasad), Divya Shila, Yamunabai Kund, Kharsali village (Yamunotri winter abode), Hanuman Chatti, Saptarishi Kund.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_2_Yamunotri_to_Gangotri_Dham\"><\/span><b>Route 2: Yamunotri to Gangotri Dham<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After completing darshan at Yamunotri and returning to Janki Chatti, pilgrims drive back to Barkot and then continue to Uttarkashi, the base town for Gangotri. Gangotri Dham is dedicated to Goddess Ganga and sits at 3,048 m. The motorable road extends all the way to Gangotri temple \u2014 no trek required. Note: The Gangotri temple remains closed daily between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Plan your darshan timing to avoid arriving during this midday window. Note: The Gangotri temple remains closed daily between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Plan your darshan timing to avoid arriving during this midday window.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Route:<\/strong> Janki Chatti \u2192 Barkot \u2192 Dharasu Bend \u2192 Uttarkashi \u2192 Harsil \u2192 Bhaironghati \u2192 Gangotri<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The distance from Yamunotri (Janki Chatti) to Gangotri is approximately 226 km by road and takes 7\u20138 hours. Uttarkashi (~100 km from Gangotri) is the best overnight halt option \u2014 it has hotels, ATMs, and a medical facility. The 25 km stretch from Harsil to Gangotri is the most scenic but also most weather-sensitive segment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Most experienced pilgrims prefer to spend one night at Uttarkashi rather than pushing to Gangotri and back in a single day. The Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi is also worth visiting. Early morning darshan at Gangotri means reaching the temple before 9 AM \u2014 queue is short and the Himalayan scenery is at its most spectacular.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>2026 caution zone<\/strong>: The Bhatwari stretch between Uttarkashi and Harsil has been flagged for roadwork and landslide risk in the 2026 season. Cross this section before noon.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Places to see<\/strong>: Gaumukh Glacier (19 km trek from Gangotri \u2014 separate trip), Jalmagna Shivlinga, Tapovan, Harsil valley, Bhaironghati, Dharali.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_3_Gangotri_to_Kedarnath_Dham\"><\/span><b>Route 3: Gangotri to Kedarnath Dham<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath Dham is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas. It sits at 3,583 m near the Mandakini River in Rudraprayag district. The route from Gangotri to Kedarnath is the longest inter-dham segment of the entire circuit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Route<\/strong>: Gangotri \u2192 Harsil \u2192 Uttarkashi \u2192 Dharasu Bend \u2192 Chamba \u2192 Devprayag \u2192 Srinagar (Garhwal) \u2192 Rudraprayag \u2192 Agastmuni \u2192 Tilwara \u2192 Guptkashi \u2192 Sonprayag \u2192 Gaurikund \u2192 [16 km trek] \u2192 Kedarnath<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distance from Gangotri to Gaurikund: approximately 340\u2013350 km by road (via Uttarkashi\u2013Rudraprayag\u2013Guptkashi\u2013Sonprayag). Drive time: 10\u201312 hours from Gangotri. This is the longest single leg of the Chardham circuit. Guptkashi (30 km before Sonprayag) is the most popular overnight halt for this leg \u2014 good hotels, close to Kedarnath helicopter helipads at Phata and Sirsi. Most pilgrims prefer arriving at Guptkashi the evening before and starting for Sonprayag at 5 AM the next morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sonprayag_to_Gaurikund_The_Critical_Checkpoint\"><\/span><b>Sonprayag to Gaurikund: The Critical Checkpoint<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonprayag is the last point where public transport operates. From Sonprayag, government shuttle services run to Gaurikund (5 km). Private vehicles are not permitted beyond Sonprayag for Kedarnath. Your Chardham registration E-Pass is scanned at Sonprayag \u2014 without it, you are turned back.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health kiosks at Sonprayag check BP and SpO2. Pilgrims with SpO2 below 85% may be advised not to proceed. These kiosks operate from 6 AM to 8 PM.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Kedarnath_Trek_16_km_from_Gaurikund\"><\/span><b>The Kedarnath Trek: 16 km from Gaurikund<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The motorable road ends at Gaurikund (1,984 m). The 16 km one-way <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/kedarnath-trek-guide\/\">trek to Kedarnath temple<\/a> (3,583 m) involves a steep altitude gain of 1,599 m and takes 6\u20138 hours at a comfortable pace. This is a physically demanding trek at high altitude. Pony, palki, and pitthu (porter) services are available from Gaurikund. Helicopter services operate from Phata, Sirsi, and Guptkashi helipads \u2014 book only at heliyatra.irctc.co.in.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most pilgrims stay one night at or near Kedarnath to recover, attend morning aarti at the temple the next day, and then descend. Accommodation is available at Kedarnath base camp.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Places to see<\/strong>: Gandhi Sarovar (also called Chorabari Tal, 3 km above Kedarnath), Vasuki Tal (6 km further, strenuous), Shankaracharya Samadhi inside the temple complex.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Route_4_Kedarnath_to_Badrinath_Dham\"><\/span><b>Route 4: Kedarnath to Badrinath Dham<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath Dham is dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Badrinarayan) and sits at 3,133 m on the banks of the Alaknanda River. It is the final dham of the circuit and is fully motorable \u2014 no trek required. Badrinath is the most visited of the four dhams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Route<\/strong>: Gaurikund \u2192 Rudraprayag \u2192 Chamoli \u2192 Pipalkoti \u2192 Joshimath \u2192 Badrinath<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Distance from Gaurikund to Badrinath<\/strong>: approximately 200 km. Drive time: 7\u20138 hours. Joshimath (47 km before Badrinath) is strongly recommended as the overnight halt before proceeding to Badrinath \u2014 it allows natural acclimatization at 1,890 m before ascending to 3,133 m. One night at Joshimath can significantly reduce altitude sickness risk at Badrinath.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After Badrinath darshan, most pilgrims return via Joshimath \u2192 Chamoli \u2192 Rudraprayag \u2192 Devprayag \u2192 Rishikesh \u2192 Haridwar, completing the full circuit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>2026 caution zones on this route<\/strong>: Lambagad stretch between Pipalkoti and Joshimath, Helang bypass, Vishnuprayag bridge \u2014 active landslide risk areas. Cross in daylight only.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Places to see<\/strong>: Tapt Kund (natural hot spring before temple entry), Brahma Kapal, Mana Village (last Indian village before Tibet border, 3 km), Vyas Guha, Narad Kund, Charan Paduka, Saraswati River confluence at Mana.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chardham_Yatra_Route_Map_with_Distances_2026_%E2%80%94_Complete_Segment_Chart\"><\/span><b>Chardham Yatra Route Map with Distances 2026 \u2014 Complete Segment Chart<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following verified distance table covers the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/chardham-yatra-package-from-delhi\">complete Chardham Yatra circuit from Delhi<\/a> to Haridwar and back:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>From<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>To<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Distance (km)<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Type<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Delhi<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haridwar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~220-230 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road \u2014 NH-58 \/ NH-334<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Haridwar<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dehradun<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~56 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Haridwar<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Barkot (Yamunotri base)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~220 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road via Rishikesh\u2013Chamba<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rishikesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janki Chatti (Yamunotri)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~235 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road \u2014 NH via Barkot<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dehradun<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanuman Chatti<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~173 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road via Mussoorie\u2013Naugaon<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Hanuman Chatti<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Janki Chatti<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~7 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Janki Chatti<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phool Chatti<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~3 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trek<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Janki Chatti<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri Temple<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trek (uphill, 3-4 hrs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Janki Chatti<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uttarkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~90 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road via Dharasu<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Uttarkashi<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~100 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road via Harsil<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Janki Chatti<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri (total)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~226 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Gangotri<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rudraprayag<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~274 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rudraprayag<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guptkashi<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~44 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Guptkashi<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sonprayag<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~30 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Sonprayag<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaurikund<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~5 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shuttle (no private vehicles)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Gaurikund<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath Temple<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trek (strenuous, 6-8 hrs)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Gaurikund<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Joshimath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~184 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Joshimath<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~47 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road (2-3 hrs peak season)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Badrinath<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rishikesh (return)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~295-297 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road via NH-7<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rishikesh<\/b><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Haridwar<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">~24 km<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Road<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>TOTAL CIRCUIT DISTANCE<\/strong>: Haridwar \u2192 Yamunotri \u2192 Gangotri \u2192 Kedarnath \u2192 Badrinath \u2192 Haridwar = approximately 1,607 km by road, plus 22 km trekking (6 km Yamunotri + 16 km Kedarnath). From Delhi, add ~440-460 km round trip.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chardham_Dham-wise_Altitude_Trek_Information\"><\/span><b>Chardham Dham-wise Altitude &amp; Trek Information<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Dham<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Altitude<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Trek Required<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Trek Distance<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Trek Grade<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Pony\/Palki\/Helicopter<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yamunotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,291 m (10,797 ft)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 from Janki Chatti<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 km one-way<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moderate (3-4 hrs)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pony &amp; Palki available<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gangotri<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,048 m (9,997 ft)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motorable road<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,583 m (11,755 ft)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes \u2014 from Gaurikund<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 km one-way<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strenuous (6-8 hrs)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pony, Palki &amp; Helicopter<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Badrinath<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,133 m (10,276 ft)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Motorable road<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">N\/A<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charter helicopter from Dehradun<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Road_Safety_Travel_Tips_for_Chardham_Route_2026\"><\/span><b>Road Safety &amp; Travel Tips for Chardham Route 2026<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Critical_Rules_%E2%80%94_Every_Pilgrim_Must_Follow\"><\/span><b>Critical Rules \u2014 Every Pilgrim Must Follow<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never drive at night on any Chardham route \u2014 mountain fatalities are disproportionately night-time accidents. Stop before dark without exception.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check road status every morning before departure at devbhoomi.uk.gov.in or call 0135-1364. Road open yesterday does not mean open today.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2026 active risk zones: Tota Ghati, Mulya Gaon, NHPC Bend (Rishikesh\u2013Devprayag) | Lambagad, Helang, Vishnuprayag (near Joshimath) | Tilwara\u2013Manthali (Kedarnath) | Bhatwari (Gangotri highway). Cross these only in daylight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow BRO clearance updates in real-time at @BROindia on X (Twitter) and SDMA Uttarakhand at sdma.uk.gov.in.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry enough cash \u2014 ATMs are unavailable at Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Withdraw at Haridwar, Rishikesh, or Joshimath.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel up at Haridwar, Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Guptkashi, or Joshimath. No petrol pumps at Gangotri, Kedarnath, or Badrinath.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Altitude_Health_Warnings\"><\/span><b>Altitude Health Warnings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kedarnath (3,583 m) and Badrinath (3,133 m) are high altitudes \u2014 carry a pulse oximeter. Below 90% SpO2: rest. Below 85%: descend immediately.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not rush ascent \u2014 acclimatize at Joshimath (1,890 m) before Badrinath; at Guptkashi before Kedarnath.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Altitude sickness (AMS) symptoms: persistent headache, nausea, breathlessness at rest \u2014 stop ascending if these appear.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pilgrims above 50 with cardiac or BP conditions: get medical clearance before travel; consider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/kedarnath-yatra-by-helicopter\">helicopter for Kedarnath<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_What_is_the_correct_sequence_for_Chardham_Yatra\"><\/span><b>Q1. What is the correct sequence for Chardham Yatra?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> The traditional and correct sequence is: Yamunotri \u2192 Gangotri \u2192 Kedarnath \u2192 Badrinath. This west-to-east clockwise direction is both spiritually prescribed in Hindu tradition and practically logical given the road network. The journey starts from Haridwar or Rishikesh and follows this sequence before returning to the same gateway city.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_What_is_the_total_distance_of_Chardham_Yatra_from_Haridwar\"><\/span><b>Q2. What is the total distance of Chardham Yatra from Haridwar?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> The total road distance of the complete Chardham Yatra circuit from Haridwar \u2014 covering all four dhams and returning to Haridwar \u2014 is approximately 1,607 km. This includes the road journey between all dham locations but excludes the 6 km trek to Yamunotri and the 16 km trek to Kedarnath which are on foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Which_dhams_require_trekking_in_Chardham_Yatra\"><\/span><b>Q3. Which dhams require trekking in Chardham Yatra?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Only two of the four dhams require trekking. Yamunotri requires a 6 km one-way trek from Janki Chatti (3\u20134 hours, moderate grade). Kedarnath requires a 16 km one-way trek from Gaurikund (6\u20138 hours, strenuous). Gangotri and Badrinath are both fully motorable \u2014 the road goes all the way to the temple premises.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_When_did_Chardham_Yatra_2026_start\"><\/span><b>Q4. When did Chardham Yatra 2026 start?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> The 2026 Chardham Yatra season began on 19 April 2026, when Yamunotri and Gangotri opened simultaneously on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya. Kedarnath opened on 22 April 2026, and Badrinath opened on 23 April 2026 at 6:15 AM. All four dhams are currently open for pilgrims.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Is_Chardham_Yatra_registration_mandatory_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Q5. Is Chardham Yatra registration mandatory in 2026?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/char-dham-yatra-registration\/\">registration is mandatory for all four dhams in 2026<\/a>. The official portal is registrationandtouristcare.uk.gov.in \u2014 registration is completely free. You will receive a QR-coded E-Pass which is checked at all checkpoints. Without a valid E-Pass, you will be turned back at Sonprayag (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/kedarnath-yatra-route-map\/\">Kedarnath route<\/a>) and Pandukeshwar (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/blog\/badrinath-yatra-route-map\/\">Badrinath route<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_What_is_the_Yamunotri_trek_starting_point_in_2026\"><\/span><b>Q6. What is the Yamunotri trek starting point in 2026?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> The Yamunotri trek starts from Janki Chatti, not Hanuman Chatti. Hanuman Chatti is a road junction approximately 7 km before Janki Chatti. The road has been extended to Janki Chatti, making it the current motorable endpoint. The trek from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri temple is 6 km one-way (approximately 3\u20134 hours).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_How_many_days_does_Chardham_Yatra_take\"><\/span><b>Q7. How many days does Chardham Yatra take?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> A comfortable, well-paced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilgrimagetour.in\/chardham-yatra-package-from-haridwar\">Chardham Yatra from Haridwar<\/a> takes 10\u201312 days minimum. A 12\u201314 day itinerary is recommended to include 2 buffer days for weather-related road delays, which are common especially in June. Rushing it in 8 days is possible but exhausting and not suitable for elderly pilgrims or families with children.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_What_is_the_best_route_from_Delhi_to_Chardham\"><\/span><b>Q8. What is the best route from Delhi to Chardham?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> From Delhi: Drive or take a train to Haridwar (~220\u2013230 km, ~5\u20136 hours by road). From Haridwar, follow the standard route: Haridwar \u2192 Barkot (Yamunotri base) \u2192 Uttarkashi (Gangotri base) \u2192 Guptkashi (Kedarnath base) \u2192 Joshimath \u2192 Badrinath \u2192 return to Haridwar via Rishikesh. Alternatively, fly to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (~302 km from Badrinath) and proceed by road.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q9_Can_I_travel_Chardham_Yatra_in_July_or_August\"><\/span><b>Q9. Can I travel Chardham Yatra in July or August?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> It is strongly not recommended. The Himalayan monsoon between late June and August causes repeated road closures, landslides, and cloudburst incidents on all four Chardham routes every year. In 2025, roads to all four dhams were blocked simultaneously on a single day. September and October offer better and safer conditions with shorter queues and clearer mountain views.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q10_What_transport_is_available_for_senior_citizens_on_Chardham_Yatra\"><\/span><b>Q10. What transport is available for senior citizens on Chardham Yatra?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Senior citizens have good options for all four dhams. For Yamunotri: pony and palki from Janki Chatti. For Gangotri: fully motorable \u2014 no physical challenge. For Kedarnath: helicopter (heliyatra.irctc.co.in) or pony\/palki from Gaurikund. For Badrinath: fully motorable. The Kedarnath helicopter is strongly recommended for pilgrims above 65 or those with cardiac or mobility limitations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q11_How_do_I_check_the_live_road_status_on_the_Chardham_route\"><\/span><b>Q11. How do I check the live road status on the Chardham route?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Check devbhoomi.uk.gov.in (official Uttarakhand Police traffic portal), follow @BROindia on X (Twitter) for real-time road clearance updates, call 0135-1364 (Chardham helpline), or call your hotel at the next destination \u2014 they have the most current ground-level information. Check every morning before departure.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q12_What_is_the_distance_from_Rishikesh_to_Kedarnath\"><\/span><b>Q12. What is the distance from Rishikesh to Kedarnath?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> The road distance from Rishikesh to Gaurikund (the motorable endpoint for Kedarnath) is approximately 223 km, taking 7\u20138 hours under normal conditions. From Gaurikund, the 16 km trek to Kedarnath temple takes 6\u20138 hours. Total distance Rishikesh to Kedarnath including trek: approximately 239 km road + 16 km trek.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q13_Can_I_do_Chardham_Yatra_by_helicopter\"><\/span><b>Q13. Can I do Chardham Yatra by helicopter?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Ans:<\/strong> Yes. For Kedarnath, the government-authorized helicopter shuttle service operates from Phata, Sirsi, and Guptkashi helipads. Book only at heliyatra.irctc.co.in \u2014 2026 confirmed fares: Sirsi Rs.6,390 RT, Phata Rs.10,164 RT, Guptkashi Rs.12,762 RT (plus 18% GST and Rs.300 convenience fee). For Badrinath, luxury charter helicopters from Sahastradhara Helipad, Dehradun are available at Rs.80,000\u20131,50,000 per person.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning your Chardham Yatra in 2026 and need the exact road route, distances between each dham, and a clear sequence of how to travel? This is the only guide you need. 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