Gangotri and Yamunotri with Gaumukh Tour

07 Nights / 08 Days

Package price : ₹38,000/- Per Person

Package Overview Itinerary Inclusion & Exclusion Tips for Travellers FAQs Cancellation & Refund Policy

Package Overview

Gangotri & Yamunotri Opening and Closing Dates 2026

Temple	Opening Date 2026	Closing Date 2026 (Tentative)
Yamunotri	Akshaya Tritiya, 20 April, 2026 (Tentative)	11 November 2026 (Tentative)
Gangotri	Akshaya Tritiya, 20April, 2026 (Tentative)	10 November 2026 (Tentative)
Kedarnath	22 April 2026 (Tentative)	11 November 2026 (tentative)
Badrinath	24 April 2026 (Tentative)	13 November 2026 (Tentative)

Chardham Temples Timing

Temple Name	Morning Darshan Timing	Evening Darshan Timing	Aarti Timing
Yamunotri Temple	7:30 am – 12:00 pm	2:00 pm – 8:00 pm	6:30 am and 6:30 pm
Gangotri Temple	7:00 am – 2:00 pm	3:00 pm – 8:00 pm	6:00 am and 7:00 pm
Kedarnath Temple	7:00 am – 3:00 pm	5:00 pm – 7:00 pm	4:00 am and 6:00 pm
Badrinath Temple	6:00 am – 1:00 pm	4:00 pm – 7:00 pm	4:30 am – 8:30 pm

This spiritually uplifting tour takes you to the sacred origins of the Ganga and Yamuna rivers. Visit the revered shrines of Gangotri and Yamunotri, two key Char Dham pilgrimage sites, and embark on a scenic trek to Gaumukh, the glacial source of the Ganga. Surrounded by the majestic Himalayas, this journey blends devotion, nature, and adventure—offering an unforgettable experience for both pilgrims and nature enthusiasts.

Short Itinerary Gangotri and Yamunotri with Gaumukh Tour Package

Day 1: Delhi to Haridwar (250km) Checkinn dinner

Day 2: Haridwar to Barkot (184 Kms approx. 6.5 hours drive)- Night Stay Barkot

Day 3: Barkot - Yamunotri - Barkot 6 ksm Trek and 36kms drive each side - Night Stay Barkot

Day 4: Barkot to Gangotri (200 Kms approx 7 Hours drive) - Night Stay Gangotri

Day 5: Gangotri to Bhojbasa Trek (approx. 14 km)- Night Stay Bhojbasa

Day 6: Bhojbasa to Gaumukh Trek (4.5kms oneside 3890 mts/12760 ft) Back Bhojbasa - Night Stay Bhojbasa

Day 7: Bhojwassa - Gangotri (14kms Trek 4-5 hrs) - Uttarkashi (95 kms/3-4 hrs) - Night Stay Uttarkashi

Day 8: Uttarkashi to Haridwar (200kms approx) to Delhi (250km).

Itinerary

Pick up and Drive to haridwar with Night halt

Breakfast Check out and drive Haridwar to Barkot Arrive in barkot check in hotel dinner overnight stay.

Morning breakfast drive to Hanuman Chatti, from here you have to take local jeeps for Janki chatti (It helps to reduce the trek upto 8 kms), and start trek from here to Yamunotri (6kms). Either by walk or by horse or by Doli at own cost. Arr. Yamunotri, One can cook rice by packing it in a cloth and dipping it in the hot water of the hot kund. Pilgrims take this cooked rice home as "Prasad". Here near the temple "Pooja" can be offered to Divya Shila, after taking bath in Jamunabai Kund's warn water and having "Darshan" of pious "Yamunaji" returning to Hanuman chatti. Later drive back to Barkot. Overnight stay at Hotel.

After breakfast drive to Gangotri. Arrival at Gangotri, take a Holy Dip in the sacred Ganges and visit Gangotri Temple, Perform Pooja. Dinner & Night stay is at a hotel in Gangotri.

Morning after Breakfast Trek to Bhojbasa. Stay in an Ashram or Tent. Overnight stay is at a hotel in Bhojbasa.

In the morning meet our trekking guide and start your trek towards Bhojwassa via Chirbasa (3600mt). From Gangotri we move along the beaten track towards Chirbasa, which is on a tree line. The entire trek today is along the roaring Bhagirathi River. Beyond Chirbasa the terrain becomes really desolate and barren. In fact, it has been referred to as Arctic Tundra by many trekkers. From Chirbasa we trek further to Bhojwassa, the entire trail passes through dense forest

Early in the Morning enjoy the panoramic view of Bhagirathi group of peaks. After breakfast, trek to Gomukh (3890mt), the source of the Ganges. Explore Gomukh, the sacred source of the Ganges River, before trekking back to Bhojbasa. The sages called it 'Gomukh', because in the distant past, it probably appeared like a cow's mouth. Explore the area and trek back to Bhojbasa for overnight stay.

Gomukh : The Gomukh glacier is the source of Bhagirathi (Ganges) and is held in high esteem by the devotees that do not miss the opportunity to have a holy dip in the bone chilling icy water.

Morning after Breakfast get ready for trek down to Gangotri and from here drive to Uttarkashi. Arrive in Uttarkashi and checked into the hotel. In the evening, visit Lord Vishwanath temple at Uttarkashi. Dinner & Overnight stay is at a hotel in Uttarkashi.

After breakfast check out the hotel and drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival at haridwar and onward to Delhi

Stay Plan

01 Night Haridwar

2 Nights stay in Barkot.

1 Night stay in Gangotri

2 Nights stay in Bhojbasa

1 Night stay in Uttarkashi

Inclusion & Exclusion

Inclusions

MAP Plan (Breakfast and Dinner)
Transportation as per itinerary by - AC/Non AC Car
Trekking Guide (ex Gangotri only)
Trek Entry Fee
Trekking Permits
All programs according to itineraries on full board.
All land transfer as per above on the given Itinerary
Transport cost may vary depending upon the number of persons or group size.
Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel/camp/guest house availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.
This package price is based on a minimum group size of 4 confirmed travelers. If the minimum is not met, alternative options (such as revised pricing or alternative dates) will be offered.

Exclusions

Package price: ₹38,000/- Per Person (Plus 5% mandatory GST)
Any portage at hotels, tips, insurance, mineral water, telephone charges, and all items of personal nature
Costs/expenses incurred due to unforeseen circumstances or conditions not covered by personal travel insurance

Tips for Travellers for Planning their Tour

Cancellation & Refund Policy

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Child Policy

Child Below 5 Years. Complimentary.
Child 5 -12 Years. with and Without Extra Bed will be chargeable.
Child 12-18 Years. Will Be Considered As An Adult With Extra Bed.

Cancellation Charges/ Refund Policy

Written Cancellation by email on the official email id info@ntpgroups.com or letter to the office address will be considered for the refunds and cancellation with the following cancellation (deduction) and refund policy.

Cancellation Policy

45 days or more prior to the departure Rs.10,000
45-30 days prior to the departure 35% of the tour cost
30-15 days prior to the departure 50% of the tour cost
Within 5 Days of Departure 100% of the Tour Cost

Refund Policy: All the refunds are settled in 30 days from the written cancellation received by our office

For More Booking, Cancellation & Refund Policies, please refer to the terms and conditions of NTP Tourism Affairs Limited.

FAQs

This tour covers: Yamunotri – the source of River Yamuna. Gangotri – the origin of River Ganga. Gaumukh – the actual glacier source of the Ganga, 18 km trek from Gangotri.

The tour usually spans 7 to 10 days, depending on the itinerary and acclimatization needs.

Yes, Gangotri and Yamunotri are two of the four Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand.

May to June and September to mid-October are ideal. Avoid monsoon (July–August) due to landslides and heavy rainfall. Temples usually open late April/early May and close around Diwali (October/November).

Yamunotri: Dedicated to Goddess Yamuna. Gangotri: Dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Gaumukh: Considered the origin of the holy Ganga River.

The trek from Gangotri to Gaumukh is 18 km (one-way). Moderate to challenging – requires physical fitness and acclimatization to altitude.

Yes, 6 km from Janki Chatti to Yamunotri temple (one-way), steep and can be tiring. Ponies and palanquins are available.

Yes. Permits are mandatory and issued by the Forest Department at Uttarkashi or online.

Only 150 trekkers per day are allowed to Gaumukh to preserve the ecosystem.

Warm clothing (layers), waterproof jackets Trekking shoes Water bottles, snacks Sunscreen, sunglasses Torch, power bank ID proof and permits

Limited ATMs in Uttarkashi. Mobile networks work intermittently (BSNL better in remote areas).

Guesthouses, dharamshalas, GMVN (Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam) rest houses. Basic amenities, especially in remote areas like Gangotri and Janki Chatti.

Yes, vegetarian food is available in most towns and near temples.

Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. Railhead: Dehradun or Haridwar. From there, drive to Yamunotri (Janki Chatti) and Gangotri (via Uttarkashi).

Yes, but for Gaumukh trek, traveling in a group or with a guide is recommended for safety.

Yes, at elevations above 10,000 ft (Gaumukh ~13,200 ft), altitude sickness can occur. Acclimatize well.

Yes, with precautions. Yamunotri trek can be done on ponies or palanquins. Gaumukh trek is tougher – consult a doctor beforehand.

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