4 Dham Yatra

4 Dham Yatra

4 Dham Yatra with Land & Helicopter

  • 5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
  • 4 Dham Yatra with Land & Helicopter

The Char Dham Yatra is a sacred Hindu pilgrimage in Uttarakhand that includes four holy shrines— Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. This yatra is believed to purify the soul and help devotees attain spiritual peace and moksha (liberation). Along with religious significance, the journey also offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, making it a perfect blend of devotion and natural beauty.

YAMUNOTRI: Yamunotri is the first and one of the most significant stops of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. Nestled in the serene Garhwal Himalayas, it is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna, who is believed to bless devotees with good health and protection from untimely death. It is located at an altitude of around 3,293 meters, Yamunotri offers a peaceful and less crowded spiritual experience compared to other dhams. One of the unique highlights of Yamunotri is its natural hot water springs, especially Surya Kund, where devotees prepare prasad.

GANGOTRI: Gangotri is the second sacred destination of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand and is dedicated to Goddess Ganga. Set amidst the stunning Himalayas, it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites for Hindus. Located at an altitude of around 3,100 meters, Gangotri is known for its spiritual aura and natural beauty. According to mythology, this is the place where Goddess Ganga descended to Earth to cleanse the sins of humanity. The temple stands on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, which is considered the origin of the Ganges.

KEDARNATH: Kedarnath is the third and one of the most important destinations of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and holds immense spiritual significance for devotees. Situated at an altitude of around 3,583 meters in the majestic Himalayas, Kedarnath is surrounded by snow-covered peaks and offers a powerful and peaceful spiritual atmosphere. The temple stands near the Mandakini River and is believed to have been built by the Pandavas and later revived by Adi Shankaracharya.

BADRINATH: Badrinath is the fourth and final destination of the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in India and marks the completion of the sacred journey. The temple is set along the banks of the Alaknanda River. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and serene landscapes, Badrinath offers a peaceful and divine atmosphere for devotees. The temple is believed to have been established by Adi Shankaracharya and is known for its colorful structure and spiritual significance. Devotees often take a holy dip in Tapt Kund before entering the temple for darshan.

  • Day 1

    Dehradun Airport – Phoolchatti (Distance: 180 km/Driving Time: 8 hours)

    On arrival at Dehradun Airport, you will be received by our representative and proceed towards Phoolchatti, a small pilgrim settlement near Yamunotri trek base. The drive passes through Barkot – Hanuman Chatti, offering scenic Himalayan views along the Yamuna valley. On arrival at Phoolchatti by evening, check in to the hotel. Evening is free for rest and acclimatization in preparation for Yamunotri trek. Dinner and overnight stay at Phoolchatti.


  • Day 2

    Phoolchatti – Yamunotri (Trek Distance: 10–12 km total/Trek Time: 5–6 hours (round trip) – Uttarkashi (Drive Distance: 130 km/Driving Time: 6 hours)

    Early morning, after breakfast, proceed for Yamunotri darshan. From Phoolchatti, commence the 5–6 km trek (one way) to Yamunotri either by foot / pony / palki as per preference. Upon reaching Yamunotri, take a holy dip at Surya Kund, perform Yamuna ji puja, and darshan at the Yamunotri Temple. Post darshan, trek back to Phoolchatti and drive towards Uttarkashi via Barkot. Arrival at Uttarkashi by late evening. Dinner and overnight stay.


  • Day 3

    Gangotri – Uttarkashi (via Harsil) (Distance: 200 km (round trip)/Driving Time: 8–9 hours)

    Early morning after breakfast, depart for Gangotri, driving along the scenic Bhagirathi River. En route, pass through the picturesque Harsil valley, known for apple orchards and Himalayan landscapes. At Gangotri, take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi River, perform Ganga pooja, and darshan at Gangotri Temple. After darshan, return to Uttarkashi. In the evening, visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttarkashi for darshan and evening Aarti. Dinner and overnight stay at Uttarkashi.


  • Day 4

    Uttarkashi – Dehradun (Distance: 150 km/Driving Time: 4-5 hours)

    After breakfast, check out and drive towards Dehradun. On arrival, check in at the Hotel. In the evening, our team will connect with you for the next timing or a detailed briefing on the entire Do Dham Yatra at 20:30 hrs. Please note that a maximum of 2 kg per person is permitted. Enjoy an overnight stay in Dehradun, complete with a hearty dinner.


  • Day 5

    Dehradun – Kedarnath – Badrinath – Dehradun same day (Mi-17 Double Engine/Single Engine)

    Dehradun Helipad to Kedar Valley, Guptkashi – Kedarnath - VIP Darshan at Kedarnath, Kedarnath – Kedar Valley, Lunch at Buransh Heli Resort

    After breakfast, check out and drive towards Dehradun. On arrival, check in at the Hotel. In the evening, our team will connect with you for the next timing or a detailed briefing on the entire Do Dham Yatra at 20:30 hrs. Please note that a maximum of 2 kg per person is permitted. Enjoy an overnight stay in Dehradun, complete with a hearty dinner.Upon arrival at Kedarnath, you will be received by our ground personnel, who will escort you to the Holy Shrine. We provide a VIP Darshan slip at the Kedarnath temple, allowing you to bypass the long queues and complete your darshan quickly. The cost of these slips is Rs. 2800 per person, but it is included in our package. Since the weather at Kedarnath can be quite unpredictable, passengers are advised to complete their darshan and puja within 1.5 hours and return promptly to the helipad.


    BADRINATH Guptkashi - Badrinath Helipad Badrinath Helipad-Temple-VIP Darshan at Badrinath Ji Badrinath to Helipad Dehradun

    Badrinath Temple is located just 2 km from the helipad. We will provide a car for this short journey. Our ground staff at Badrinath will assist passengers with the darshan. After completing the darshan, passengers are requested to return to the helipad promptly. Upon arrival at Dehradun helipad driver will pick you up & drive to the Hotel. Check in at the hotel, dinner. An overnight stay at the Hotel.


  • Day 6

    Dehradun - Departure

    After breakfast, while we are heading back home, transfers will be arranged to the airport or railway station.


  • Note:

    • 1. From Guptkashi/ to Kedarnath Dham, as per government regulations, all passengers will transfer from a twin-engine helicopter to a single-engine shuttle service for the Guptkashi–Kedarnath sector. This arrangement is mandated for safety and will remain the same throughout the trip.
    • 2. Passengers travelling together in the double-engine helicopter may not be accommodated on the same flight during the Guptkashi–Kedarnath leg due to seating and load balancing requirements.
    • 3. Passengers are supposed to reach the SDRF Helipad near Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is the starting and ending point of this Yatra. Our pilots and ground staff will brief the passengers about the entire trip and do’s and don’ts.

Inclusions:

  • • 01 night stay at Dehradun – Hotel Fairfield By Marriot or similar
  • • 01 night stay at Kedarnath – Hotel Rajastahn House or similar
  • • 01 night stay at Badrinath – Hotel Sarovar Portico Or similar
  • • flying from Dehradun to Kedarnath ji & Badrinath ji, & back.
  • • Breakfast at hotel
  • • Two Lunches during stay at Kedarnath , Badrinath
  • • Three Dinners
  • • Sight-seeing at Sersi & Badrinath.
  • • Shri Kedarnath ji helicopter shuttle services: Sersi – Kedar • Sersi.
  • • VIP Darshans (as per the Government’s orders).
  • • Airport & hotel transfers at Dehradun.
  • • Taxes & other government levy.

Exclusions:

  • • GST 5%
  • • Travel insurance ( TBA) – Mandatory for Indonesia
  • • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions column

Extra weight charges @1200/-per Kg.):

OUR PACKAGE INCLUDES

  • • Welcome Garland on Arrival
  • • 05 Nights Accommodation on Double Sharing basis
  • • Daily Breakfast & Diner at hotel restaurant
  • • All sightseeing and transfers by private air-conditioned Dzire/Innova Crysta/Urbania
  • • Helicopter flying services by Twin/Single-engine helicopter from Dehradun Helipad
  • • Helipad to the Badrinath ji, Kedarnath ji & back.
  • • Day 05th Lunch at Guptkashi.
  • • VIP Darshan at Kedarnath Ji & Badrinath Ji
  • • Kedarnath ji shuttle services
  • • Helicopter handling and landing charges.
  • • Dedicated staff at both places for all coordination and comfortable Darshan.
  • • Vehicle at Badrinath Dham.
  • • All applicable Taxes.

FIXED FLIGHT TIMINGS:

This helicopter tour operates with fixed daily departure times for each destination. Passengers are required to adhere to the scheduled Estimated Time of Departure (ETD) for each day of the tour. Failure to do so will result in being marked as a NO- SHOW. The final and accurate flight timings will be shared one day prior to the Yatra.


PASSENGER’S WEIGHT:

Passengers are required to provide their accurate weight at the time of booking. In the event of any weight discrepancy discovered during travel that exceeds our aircraft’s weight capacity of 1500 kg, affected passenger(s) will be de-boarded and the Heli-tour will be cancelled for them and without any refund.


OVERWEIGHT CHARGES: PER SEAT BASIS ONLY

Excess weight charges for the DO DHAM helicopter tour are fixed at INR 1000/- per kilogram, applicable to passengers whose weight exceeds 75 kg.

Moreover, if there is any variance in the passengers’ weight, subject to charges based on the overweight criteria, the corresponding amount will be collected at the helipad before the flight boarding.


BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE

Only 2 kg of baggage per passenger is permitted. Passengers are advised not to carry large suitcases, as the baggage space inside the helicopter is very limited.


INFANT

Children above the age of 2 years will be charged the full ticket price. Infants below 2 years of age and under 12 kg in weight are carried free of charge. In case age verification is required, an ID proof (such as a birth certificate) of the child will be checked.


BAD WEATHER AND FORCE MAJEURE DISCLAIMER

Helicopter flying in hilly terrains are adversely affected by some unpredictable factors such as adverse weather conditions and various Force Majeure events. These include delayed Air Traffic clearances/Permissions, VVIP movements, valley flying by the Indian Air Force (NOTAM), sudden technical issues in the aircraft, illness of the flying crew, or delayed reporting of passengers at the helipads, among other unforeseen circumstances. Passengers are advised to be prepared to encounter any unexpected events and inconveniences that may arise in such scenarios.

When planning your tour, we strongly advise the guests to keep one additional day at hand at Dehradun, so that they do not end up in problem in case the weather gets very bad after the commencement of tour, which may lead to extension of the tour.


COVID TRAVEL GUIDELINES

Passengers and Aananda Holidays must strictly follow COVID protocols in accordance with the prevailing government mandates. Non-compliance with Government guidelines may result in the denial of boarding to passengers, and refunds will not be provided in such cases.


ADD ON SERVICES

Booking of Scheduled/Non-Scheduled Flights or Train Tickets: Price on demand. While our team takes care of your entire Do Dham tour, they can also assist you in booking of air/Train tickets to Dehradun.


Extra night stay at Dehradun

Price on demand for additional night stay at Dehradun, our team will take care of your hotel bookings. FYI, we arrange hotels at the most attractive rates you can get.


CARRIAGE BY AIR ACT, 1972

The carriage is subject to Aananda Holidays Services regulations relating to the conditions of Non-International Carriage (Passenger and Baggage) framed in accordance with The Carriage by Air Act, 1972 and Notification regarding application of the carriage which is non-international. The liability of the company for damage sustained in the event of the death or wounding of a passenger or any other bodily injury suffered by passenger or by his registered baggage during the course of carriage by air will be governed by the provisions of sections 4,5,6 and the rules contained in the second Schedule of Carriage by Air Act 1972 with certain exceptions, adaptations, modifications, etc has notified in the Govt. of India, Ministry of Civil Aviation Notification and as amended from time to time.


Other Terms & Guidelines

Other Terms and Guidelines for DO Dham Helicopter Booking 2026

  • • AADHAR Card copies are to be shared by all Indian passengers, & passport in case of foreign nationals.
  • • Any donations, tips, Pitthu, Palki/Pony and porter charges shall be borne by the passengers.
  • • Aviation has its own crew at all the Dham’s. For any guidance or assistance, Passengers are free to reach out to them.
  • • Network connectivity at Badrinath is very poor. BSNL & Jio are the main telecom services that work in these regions, mostly, but not always. However, our staff shall be with the passengers for assistance at all times.
  • • Passengers are advised to carry a small oxygen bottle with them as a precaution. It is available locally at all medical shops
  • • Although day temperatures at these locations are normal, it becomes cold in the night and so passengers must carry woollen clothes with them.
  • • All passengers are advised to carry their own medication.
  • • We would like to inform our pilgrims that we do not provide insurance coverage for accidents, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other unforeseen circumstances. Therefore, we strongly recommend that pilgrims make their own arrangements for insurance coverage. Please note that all baggage and personal belongings are solely the responsibility of the client at all times.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

Company shall not be liable for any medical emergency on the ground to the party, thus advised guests to get the fitness certificate from doctor to travel to the high- altitude sector.

The Company reserves the right to refuse to carry any person whom it considers unfit for travel or what in the opinion of the company may constitute risk to the helicopter or to the persons on board. No refund shall be done to such passenger(s).


RESCHEDULING OF BOOKING

Rescheduling of booking to a next date will be done subject to availability and on payment of 20% of the cost. This will be permitted only if applied 15 days before journey date. In case the rescheduling is requested with less than 15 days to the journey then booking will be treated as cancelled and a fresh booking will be given subject to availability.


PAYMENT TERMS

Package Confirmation & Booking, please deposit the 50 % amount of the Tour cost to process the booking and the balance amount is to be paid 15 days before from your departure dates.

Passengers are only allowed to board or initiate the tour after completing the full and final payment for the tour.


CANCELLATION POLICIES:

If passengers wish to cancel their booking, then they will have to pay following cancellation charges-

  • • 5% administrative charge will be deducted on package cost in case of cancellation due to any reason causing cancellation of a confirmed booking.
  • • Up to 30 days before journey -30% of amount
  • • Up to 20 Days before journey -50% of amount
  • • Up to 14 Days before journey -No Refund
  • • No Show –No Refund
  • • Credit note will be issued against any sort of cancellation against a confirmed booking.


FORCE MAJEURE AND BAD WEATHER REFUNDS:

In the event of adverse weather on any of the scheduled days, we will make every effort to complete the Darshan on the following day. However, if we are completely unable to visit any Dham due to persistent weather conditions, a refund of approximately INR 20,000/- (Twenty Thousand Rupees) per seat will be provided, covering only the flying time cost for each affected Dham.

If flying from Dehradun is not possible due to weather conditions or any other reason, a 5% service charge along with the cost of utilized services—such as hotel accommodation and transportation—will be applicable.



BAD WEATHER & FORCE MAJEURE POLICIES:

In the event of flight cancellations or delays due to adverse weather conditions, technical issues, or other force majeure circumstances beyond the control of the company, Aananda Holidays shall not be held liable for the disrupted flights. Refunds will be processed in accordance with our established refund policy. Please note that no compensation or reimbursement will be provided for accommodation, transportation, meals, or any additional travel expenses incurred by the guests due to flight cancellations.

If departure from Dehradun is not possible for any of the above-mentioned reasons, the tour will be considered cancelled, and refunds will be issued as per company policy. Guests may choose to reschedule their tour for the next available date, and a fresh booking can be initiated accordingly. Our team will share the available options to assist with rebooking.

Any unused or remaining amount from the original booking may be applied toward the rescheduled tour. Any additional costs incurred will be borne by the guests.

Should guests wish to extend their package itinerary, such extensions will be subject to operational feasibility and will be charged separately.

In the event of delays caused by weather or force majeure, extra night stay charges are to be paid directly by guests to the respective hotels.

For guests stranded at any Dham, if a group chooses to curtail their journey and return before the scheduled date, Aananda Holidays will assist in arranging road transport. However, the cost of this service shall be borne by the guests on a direct payment basis. No refunds will be issued for mid-tour cancellations initiated by the guests.


DISPUTES

Any disputes related to the legality, interpretation, application, or performance of the service or its terms and conditions shall be subject to the laws of the Haridwar Jurisdiction only.

Bookings will be taken, considering there is an acceptance of the above –mentioned terms & conditions by the party.

We sincerely hope the above information is in order and as per your requirement. In case if you need any further information or clarification. Please feel free to get in touch with us.