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Bhubaneshwar
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Overview
Tour overview
Char Dham Yatra in India is a tour package that takes you to the famous Temples located at such integral points that they roughly make a square-shaped pilgrim circuit withBadrinath in the North,Jagannath Puri in the East,Dwarka in the WestandRameshwaram in the South. It is believed that Char Dham Yatra of India absolves you of all your sins.
The Char Dham Yatra of four dhams as demarcated by Sri Adi Shankaracharyaputs you on the path to“Moksha”and brings you closer to God. Devotees from all over the world visit the sacred Char Dhams for spiritual cleansing of the soul and getting enlightened. They seek the blessings of the Almighty and experience the divinity in the air through Char Dham Yatra In India.
Char Dham Yatra in India package takes you to the four pilgrim destinations of Badrinath, Dwarka, Jagannath Puri, and Rameshwaram. This tour with Char Dhams as defined by Sri Adi Shankaracharya lets you embark on a spiritual journey while experiencing the rich culture of these pious cities.
Tour highlights
Puri
Dwarka
Somnath
Badrinath
Destinations covered
Best Time
May–June & Sep–Oct
Ideal For
Pilgrims/Devotees, Families, Seniors (with assistance)
Day by day
Day-by-day itinerary
A carefully paced plan, day by day. Tap any day for the stay, meals and altitude detail.
Welcome to Bhubaneshwar! As soon as you land, our local representative will greet you and transfer you toJagannath Puri. Check-in to the hotel and settle in. Your Char Dham Yatra In India tour begins with visiting the holy and revered Shri Jagannath Puri Temple.
This sacred temple was constructed in AD 12 by Chodaganga Deva. The temple complex is spread over a sprawling area of 4,00,000 square feet and sees an influx of millions of tourists from all over the world. After the visit to the temple, head back to the hotel for your overnight stay at Jagannath Puri.
Start your day with a healthy breakfast. If time permits you, you can visit the famousKonark Templeon your Char Dham Yatra tour. This Sun Temple is in the shape of a huge chariot and made from black granite, hence also called the Black Pagoda. Leave for Bhubaneshwar airport to catch your noon flight to Mumbai.
As soon as you land, transfer to the hotel, check-in and relax. The day is at leisure. You can visit some of the top attractions of Mumbai likeMarine Drive,Gateway of India, andJuhu Beach. Head back to the hotel for your overnight stay. Offbeat things to do in Mumbai on your Char Dham Yatra In India tour:
On day 3 of your Char Dham Yatra in India tour package, begin your day with an early breakfast. Leave for Mumbai airport to catch the morning flight to Jamnagar. As soon as you land, our local representative will assist you and transfer you to Dwarka.
Once you reach Dwarka, check-in to the hotel and settle in. On your Char Dham Yatra, set out to seek the blessings of Lord Krishna to whom this sacred Dwarkadhish Templeis dedicated. Made out of soft limestone, this temple in Dwarka displays exquisite carvings and design on its walls. After the visit, head back to the hotel for your overnight stay in Dwarka.
On day 4 of your Char Dham Yatra of India tour package, post an early breakfast, drive toBet Dwarka. This island is located around 30 kilometers away from the Dwarka coast. It is well-renowned for its ancient temple constructed by Vallabhacharya. You can also visit the famous Nageshwar Temple (Jyotirlinga) which is around 8 kilometers away from Dwarka and is host to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India. Also visit Gopi Talavand Rukmini Temple.
Post that, drive to Somnath and offer prayers at the highly reveredSomnath Temple(Jyotirlinga). The legends believe that this temple was built by the Moon God himself. Head back to the hotel for your overnight stay.
On day 5 of your Char Dham tour package, start your day with an early morning darshan at Somnath Temple. Be a part of the morning aarti and seek blessings of the deity on your Char Dham Yatra of India.
Post the darshan, return back to the hotel, freshen up and enjoy your breakfast. Check-out of the hotel and then transfer to Ahmedabad. As soon as you reach, check-in to your hotel and settle in.
The day is at leisure. You can check out the local markets or explore the city on your own. Head back to the hotel for your overnight stay. Offbeat things to do in Ahmedabad on your Char Dham yatra tour:
On day 6 of your Char Dham tour package, after an early breakfast transfer to Ahmedabad airport to board your flight to Madurai via Chennai. As soon as you land, our local representative will assist you and transfer you to Rameshwaram.
Once you reach, check-in to the hotel and settle in. The rest of the day is at leisure. You can check out the local shopping market or good places to enjoy the local cuisines. You can also visit the popular places in Rameshwaram like Ariyaman Beach, Pamban Bridge, Ram Tirath, Lakshman Tirath, Gandhamadhana Parvathamand Five-Faced Hanuman Temple. Head back to the hotel for your overnight stay at Rameshwaram.
On day 7 of your Char Dham Yatra, reach the famed Rameshwaram Temple (Jyotirlinga)at 4:30 in the morning for Spatik Lingam Darshan. After that, head towards theAgni Tirthaand the 22 wells to have a holy bath. Proceed for your darshan of the main Jyotirlinga on your Char Dham Yatra tour package.
Post that, check-out of the hotel. If time permits, you can visit the Meenakshi Amman Templeand later drive to Madurai airport. Catch your flight to Delhi from the airport. As soon as you land, make your way to the hotel, check-in and relax.
Enjoy your overnight stay at the hotel. Offbeat things to do in Delhi on your Char Dham Yatra tour:
On day 8 of your Char Dham in India tour package, after a scrumptious breakfast check-out of the hotel and drive to Delhi airport to catch a flight to Dehradun.
As soon as you land, our local representative will assist you and transfer you to Rudraprayag. Some of the places that you can visit in Rudraprayag on your Char Dham Yatra of India are Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, Rudraprayag Sangam (where rivers Mandakini and river Alaknanda meet), and Hariyali Devi Temple. Head back to the hotel for your overnight stay.
On day 9 of your Char DhamYatra, begin your day with a delicious breakfast and check-out of the hotel post that. Transfer to Badrinath. On your Char Dham Yatra of India, visit the highly revered Shri Badrinath Templewhich is perched atop a hill at an elevation of 3100 meters above sea level and seek the blessings of the Almighty.
This holy temple was founded by Adi Shankaracharya many years ago. Shankaracharya was an exemplary philosopher who founded the Advaita Vedanta. Post the darshan, head back to the hotel for your overnight stay.
On day 10 of your Char Dham Yatra, post a healthy breakfast, check-out of the hotel and transfer to Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at hotel in Rudraprayag.
Today is the last day of your Char Dham Yatra of India tour package. Check-out of the hotel and transfer to Dehradun airport to board your flight back home.
Temples on the way
Sacred temples you can visit
On this journey you come close to 7 holy temples of India, from the Jyotirlinga, Char Dham, Chota Char Dham circuits. Below you can see each temple and how far it is from where you stay, so you can plan your darshan with a calm mind and enough time.
Where you stay
Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga
Jyotirlinga · Char Dham · Shiva · Tamil Nadu
While you stay at Rameshwaram, you can have darshan at Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga.
Badrinath Dham
Char Dham · Chota Char Dham · Vishnu · Uttarakhand
While you stay at Badrinath, you can have darshan at Badrinath Dham.
Nageshwar Jyotirlinga
Jyotirlinga · Shiva · Gujarat
While you stay at Dwarka, you can have darshan at Nageshwar Jyotirlinga.
Dwarkadhish (Dwarka Dham)
Char Dham · Krishna · Gujarat
While you stay at Dwarka, you can have darshan at Dwarkadhish (Dwarka Dham).
Jagannath Puri Dham
Char Dham · Jagannath · Odisha
While you stay at Puri, you can have darshan at Jagannath Puri Dham.
An easy day trip from your stay
Kedarnath Jyotirlinga
Jyotirlinga · Chota Char Dham · Shiva · Uttarakhand
Kedarnath Jyotirlinga is an easy day trip from your stay at Badrinath (about 41 km).
Gangotri Dham
Chota Char Dham · Ganga · Uttarakhand
Gangotri Dham is an easy day trip from your stay at Badrinath (about 60 km).
UNESCO World Heritage
World Heritage Sites on this journey
This tour takes you close to 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India. These are places the world has recognised as our shared treasure. Below you can see each one and how far it is from where you stay, so you can plan your darshan and sightseeing with time to spare.
Right where you stay
Elephanta Caves
Cultural · Inscribed 1987 · Maharashtra
While you stay at Mumbai, you can visit Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi
Cultural · Inscribed 1993 · Delhi
While you stay at Delhi, you can visit Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Humayun's Tomb, Delhi
Cultural · Inscribed 1993 · Delhi
While you stay at Delhi, you can visit Humayun's Tomb, Delhi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Cultural · Inscribed 2004 · Maharashtra
While you stay at Mumbai, you can visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Red Fort Complex
Cultural · Inscribed 2007 · Delhi
While you stay at Delhi, you can visit Red Fort Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Historic City of Ahmadabad
Cultural · Inscribed 2017 · Gujarat
While you stay at Ahmedabad, you can visit Historic City of Ahmadabad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai
Cultural · Inscribed 2018 · Maharashtra
While you stay at Mumbai, you can visit Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
A short drive from your stay
Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks
Natural · Inscribed 1988 · Uttarakhand
Nanda Devi and Valley of Flowers National Parks is a short drive from your stay at Badrinath (about 22 km). You can see it as a half-day trip.
Sun Temple, Konark
Cultural · Inscribed 1984 · Odisha
Sun Temple, Konark is a short drive from your stay at Puri (about 30 km). You can see it as a half-day trip.
Want to plan your trip around India’s World Heritage Sites? See all UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India.
Travel tips
Travel Tips
Travel Tips for your Char Dham Yatra In India:
It is advisable to check the opening and closing timing of the Char Dham Temples on your Char Dham Yatra of India.
While traveling to mythological sites on your Char Dham Yatra of India, make sure you dress appropriately and remove your shoes before entering any temples.
Some of the temples that you might visit on your Char Dham Yatra may not allow the use of cameras inside the temple. So make sure you follow the rules before you visit such temples.
It is always a good idea to carry a mini first-aid kit with you on your Char Dham Yatra of India to help you in the case of any emergencies.
If you plan to click a lot of pictures, make sure you have your camera, extra batteries, and rolls on your Char Dham Yatra.
Carry some basic essentials like moisturizer, sunscreens, caps, torch, mosquito repellent and sunglasses.
The upper level of Himalayas can be really chilly. So it is advisable to carry some woolen clothes and muffler on your Char Dham Yatra.
Some of the Char Dham Temples are located at great heights which require you to undertake treks. Hence it is a good idea to start exercising prior to your trip to prepare yourself for your Char Dham tour.
Avoid any kind of littering during your pilgrimage and do not throw your trash anywhere near the Char Dham pilgrimage sites.
On your Char Dham of India tour package, avoid going on treks while it is raining as there is a chance of a landslide.
What travellers say
What travellers say
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
For the Char Dham Yatra, no special permits are generally required for Indian citizens. However, foreign nationals may need to carry their passports and visas. It's advisable to check local regulations before your trip, especially if you plan to visit remote areas.
The best time for the Char Dham Yatra is from late April to early November. The temples usually open in May and close by November, with the peak season being during the summer months when the weather is pleasant.
Dress modestly and comfortably. It is advisable to wear warm clothing, especially in higher altitudes, as temperatures can drop significantly. Additionally, ensure your footwear is suitable for trekking and temple visits.
While the Char Dham Yatra is generally safe, travelers should be cautious of altitude sickness, especially in Badrinath. Stay hydrated, acclimatize properly, and consult a doctor if you have health concerns.
The Char Dham sites are accessible by road, and local transport options like taxis and buses are available. For Badrinath, you may need to trek a bit from the nearest road point. Ensure you plan your transportation in advance.
Mobile connectivity can be limited in the higher altitudes of the Char Dham region. BSNL and Airtel generally have better coverage, but it's advisable to inform family or friends about your travel plans in advance.
Pack essentials like woolen clothes, a first-aid kit, sunscreen, sunglasses, a torch, and mosquito repellent. Don't forget your camera, extra batteries, and any personal medications you may need.
Yes, some temples in the Char Dham do not allow photography inside. Always check for signs or ask temple authorities before taking pictures to respect local customs.
Accommodation options range from budget guesthouses to mid-range hotels near the Char Dham sites. It's advisable to book in advance, especially during peak season, to ensure availability.
The Yatra can be physically demanding, especially the trek to Badrinath and other high-altitude temples. Regular walking and some fitness preparation before the trip can help ease the journey.
In case of a medical emergency, seek help from local authorities or your tour guide. Carry a mini first-aid kit and know the location of the nearest medical facilities along your route.
While solo travel is possible, it is recommended to join a group or have a local guide for safety and ease of navigation, especially in remote areas.
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