Relaxing 7-Day Chardham Yatra Itinerary in October 2023

1. Day 1: Yamunotri
   1 hour 30 minutes (38.3 km) from Barkot

   Visit the Yamunotri temple in the morning and take a dip in the hot springs in the afternoon. Relax and enjoy the scenic beauty of the place in the evening.

2. Day 2: Uttarkashi
   4 hours 30 minutes (161 km) from Yamunotri

   Visit the Kashi Vishwanath temple in the morning. Afternoon visit to the Nehru Institute of Mountaineering and trekking to Dodital Lake. In the evening, you can opt for a riverside camping experience.

3. Day 3: Gangotri
   4 hours (98 km) from Uttarkashi

   Visit Gangotri Temple in the morning and explore the beautiful Harsil Valley in the afternoon. You can go for a trek to Dharali or Mukhwas Village in the evening.

4. Day 4: Guptkashi
   7 hours 30 minutes (235 km) from Gangotri

   Visit Kedarnath Temple in the morning (via helicopter ride). In the afternoon, visit the Triyuginarayan temple which is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva and Parvati got married. Relax in the evening.

5. Day 5: Kedarnath
   2 hours (37.5 km) from Guptkashi

   Visit Kedarnath Temple in the morning. Afternoon visit to Gandhi Sarovar and Vasuki Tal Lake. Relax in the evening.

6. Day 6: Badrinath
   9 hours (220 km) from Kedarnath

   Visit Badrinath Temple in the morning. Afternoon visit to the Mana Village which is the last village before the Indo-Tibetan border. In the evening, visit the hot springs in Tapta Kund.

7. Day 7: Joshimath
   1 hour (44.7 km) from Badrinath

   Visit the Narasimha Temple in Joshimath in the morning. Afternoon visit to Auli and enjoy the snow-covered slopes. Relax in the evening.

Recommendations

You can check out the Auli ropeway, the longest ropeway in Asia, and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas. You can also opt for a Valley of Flowers trek for an unforgettable experience. Try the local cuisines like Garhwal ka Fannah, Phanu, and Kafuli for a unique dining experience.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Helicopter ride to Kedarnath Temple (1 hour, INR 7,500)
• Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (3 hours, INR 200)
• Trekking to Dodital Lake (5 hours, INR 500)
• Camping at Uttarkashi (1 night, INR 2,000)
• Trekking to Dharali or Mukhwas Village (3 hours, INR 500)
• Helicopter ride to Badrinath Temple (1 hour, INR 7,500)
• Valley of Flowers trek (6 hours, INR 1,500)
• Local cuisine (per meal, INR 300)
• Total Estimated Costs (per person, for 7 days): INR 26,700*

*This is an estimate and costs may vary based on travel dates, hotel prices, and other factors. For accurate pricing, please check here.