Gangotri & Yamunotri Do Dham Yatra Package from Haridwar
Overview
Embark on a spiritually enriching Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra with Dinu Travels Haridwar — a sacred pilgrimage through the divine landscapes of Uttarakhand. These two revered Char Dham shrines, dedicated to Goddess Ganga and Goddess Yamuna, are among India's holiest pilgrimage destinations and mark the sacred beginning of the Char Dham Yatra.
Trip Highlight
Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra Begins — Haridwar to Barkot Road Trip
Begin your sacred Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra with a morning departure from Haridwar — the gateway to the Char Dham. Drive through the scenic Garhwal Himalayan valleys en route to Barkot, the base town for the Yamunotri Yatra. The route offers mesmerizing views of rivers, deep forested valleys and snow-capped mountain peaks along the Yamuna river corridor in Uttarakhand. Pass through Dehradun, Mussoorie and Nainbagh on the way to Barkot. Arrive by evening, check in to your hotel and relax ahead of the Yamunotri temple trek.
Overnight Stay: Barkot
Yamunotri Temple Darshan — Sacred Trek to the Origin of the Yamuna
Rise early and drive from Barkot to Janki Chatti — the last motorable point and official starting point of the Yamunotri Temple trek. Begin the 6 km trek through scenic Himalayan trails to the sacred shrine of Goddess Yamuna, set against dramatic mountain cliffs at an altitude of 3,291 m. Pony and palki services are available at extra cost for pilgrims who prefer assisted transport to the Yamunotri shrine. Take a purifying dip in the natural hot water spring of Surya Kund and cook rice in its sacred waters as an offering — a unique Yamunotri tradition. Perform prayers and darshan at Yamunotri Temple — the first of the four Char Dham shrines. Trek back down to Janki Chatti and drive to Barkot by evening.
Overnight Stay: Barkot
Spiritual Drive Along the Bhagirathi River — Barkot to Uttarkashi
After breakfast, depart from Barkot and proceed to Uttarkashi — a sacred town on the banks of the holy Bhagirathi River in the Garhwal Himalayas and the base for the Gangotri Yatra. Uttarkashi is often called the Kashi of the Himalayas for its deep spiritual significance. Visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi, one of the most revered Shiva temples in Uttarakhand. Check in to your hotel and relax. Evening leisure to explore the local ghats along the Bhagirathi River.
Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi
Gangotri Temple Darshan — Origin of the Holy River Ganga
Depart early from Uttarkashi for the most sacred day of the Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra. Drive towards Gangotri Temple (alt. 3,048 m) — one of the most revered Char Dham shrines dedicated to Goddess Ganga, set beside the roaring Bhagirathi River in the Garhwal Himalayas. En route, stop at the breathtaking Harsil Valley — a stunning apple orchard valley surrounded by towering Himalayan peaks on the banks of the Bhagirathi. Arrive at Gangotri Temple, take a holy dip in the icy sacred waters of the Bhagirathi River and perform पूजा at the temple. The Gangotri Glacier — source of the Bhagirathi and ultimately the Ganga — lies just 19 km from the temple. Return to Uttarkashi in the evening.
Overnight Stay: Uttarkashi
Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra Concludes — Return Drive to Haridwar
After a relaxed breakfast in Uttarkashi, begin the return drive to Haridwar along the scenic Bhagirathi and Ganga river valleys. Carry home the divine blessings of Goddess Ganga and Goddess Yamuna and the unforgettable memories of your Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra 2025 with Dinu Travels Haridwar. Arrive at Haridwar by evening.
Tour Ends: Haridwar
- Accommodation on Double / Triple sharing basis in hotels/guesthouses
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner (MAP Plan)
- Transportation by private vehicle (as per group size) for complete tour
- All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary
- Driver allowance, toll tax, parking charges, and fuel cost
- Pick-up and drop from Haridwar / Dehradun
- Any Airfare / Train fare
- Lunch and personal meals not mentioned in inclusions
- Pony, Palki, Horse, or Helicopter charges for Yamunotri Temple trek
- VIP Darshan / Special पूजा charges at Gangotri Temple & Yamunotri
- Entry fees to monuments, parks, or attractions
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, phone calls, etc.)
- Any expenses arising due to landslides, roadblocks, weather conditions, or natural calamities
A complete Gangotri and Yamunotri Yatra from Haridwar requires a minimum of 5 days and 4 nights. Dinu Travels' Gangotri Yamunotri package from Haridwar covers Day 1 for the Haridwar to Barkot drive, Day 2 for the Yamunotri Temple trek from Janki Chatti and return to Barkot, Day 3 for the Barkot to Uttarkashi drive with a visit to Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Day 4 for the Gangotri Temple darshan and Harsil Valley stop, and Day 5 for the return drive to Haridwar. Pilgrims wishing to also include Kedarnath and Badrinath can book the complete 8-day Char Dham Yatra package from Haridwar with Dinu Travels.
The best time to visit Gangotri and Yamunotri temples from Haridwar is between May and June and from September to October during the Char Dham Yatra season. Both Gangotri Temple and Yamunotri Temple open every year on Akshaya Tritiya in late April or early May and close on Diwali in October or November. The months of July and August bring heavy monsoon rainfall along the Barkot, Janki Chatti and Uttarkashi routes in Uttarakhand, increasing the risk of landslides and road closures. Dinu Travels Haridwar recommends booking your Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra package in May or early October for the safest and most scenic pilgrimage experience.
The Yamunotri Temple trek from Janki Chatti is approximately 6 km one way and takes 3 to 4 hours on foot at a comfortable pace. The trail is moderately challenging due to steep sections and high altitude at 3,291 m in the Garhwal Himalayas. Janki Chatti is the last motorable point on the Haridwar to Yamunotri route and the official starting point of the Yamunotri trek. For elderly pilgrims and those with physical limitations, pony and palki (doli) services are available at Janki Chatti at additional cost. Dinu Travels Haridwar can assist with arranging these services as part of the Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra package from Haridwar.
Surya Kund is the most sacred natural hot water spring at Yamunotri Temple, located adjacent to the main shrine dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. The water in Surya Kund is boiling hot throughout the year due to geothermal activity, and pilgrims traditionally cook rice wrapped in a cloth in its waters as a prasad offering — a ritual unique to the Yamunotri Yatra. Taking a ritual dip in the nearby Yamuna Bai Kund cold water spring is also considered extremely auspicious during the Yamunotri Char Dham pilgrimage. These sacred rituals at Surya Kund are an integral part of the Yamunotri Temple darshan experience included in Dinu Travels' Gangotri Yamunotri package.
Harsil Valley is one of the most scenic en-route stops on the Uttarkashi to Gangotri Temple drive and is included in Dinu Travels' Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra package from Haridwar. Located at an altitude of approximately 2,620 m on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, Harsil Valley is famous for its lush apple orchards, dense deodar forests, crystal-clear river views and dramatic snow-capped Himalayan peaks. It is one of the most photographed natural landscapes in Uttarakhand along the Gangotri highway. The Harsil scenic stop makes the Uttarkashi to Gangotri Temple drive one of the most beautiful mountain road journeys in the entire Char Dham Yatra circuit.
Dinu Travels Haridwar is one of the most experienced and trusted Char Dham Yatra tour operators based in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Our 5-day Gangotri Yamunotri Yatra package from Haridwar includes private AC vehicle transfers on all routes, experienced local drivers familiar with the Uttarkashi and Barkot highways, comfortable hotel stays in Barkot and Uttarkashi, guided temple darshan at both Gangotri Temple and Yamunotri Temple, Surya Kund puja assistance at Yamunotri, and an en-route stop at the scenic Harsil Valley. We offer customised Gangotri Yamunotri packages for solo pilgrims, families and groups departing from Haridwar and Rishikesh throughout the Char Dham Yatra season from May to November 2026.
