Yamunotri Yatra Tour Packages

Types of Yamunotri Tour Packages

Namaste India Trip offers you the following types of packages, starting from different locations:

What is Yamunotri Yatra?

Yamunotri Yatra is a holy trip that is highly revered in Hinduism. On this sacred pilgrimage, you visit the Yamunotri Temple, located in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. The shrine is dedicated to Goddess Yamuna.

It is also one of the Dhams in the Char Dham pilgrimage circuit, and is visited first in the Yatra.

Why Yamunotri Is First Dham in Char Dham Circuit?

As per the Hindu customs, the Char Dham Yatra should be done in a clockwise direction, starting from the west. And Yamunotri falls on the westernmost side of the Char Dham circuit, and hence it's visited first.

Another reason is that Char Dham Yatra follows the origin of the sacred rivers: from west to east. And Yamuna (originating at Yamunotri) lies west of River Ganga (originating at Gangotri). Hence, the order:

Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath

Also, from the travel perspective, it is practical to start your Yatra from Yamunotri. This Dham is located at the lowest altitude among all the Dhams, and therefore helps the pilgrims acclimatise better and helps them only gradually move towards the other higher altitudes sites.

What Is Included and Excluded?

Here are inclusion and exclusions for the package:

Yamunotri Yatra Route Map

Here is the detailed route map, starting from Haridwar:

Haridwar → Rishikesh → Chamba → Mussoorie → Kempty Falls → Barkot → Nainbagh → Purola → Janki Chatti → Yamunotri Temple (6 km trek)

Distance and Travel Time

The total distance from Haridwar to Yamunotri is about 311 km (including the trek). The total time is about 14-16 hours by road, in addition to 3-4 hours of trekking.

If you start from Delhi, then the total distance up to Yamunotri is about 450 km (including trek). It will take about 14–16 hours by road + 3–4 hours trek.

History of Yamunotri Temple

The history of Yamunotri goes back to the ancient ages. This is another reason the place where the temple is located is considered to be extremely pious in nature.

Yamunotri is also the place where the prominent Hindu Sage Asit Muni used to stay and take his bath in both the rivers of Ganga and Yamuna, which in those times used to flow next to each other. So the sage set up his hermitage here.

Later on Adi Shankaracharya, the propagator of Advaita Vedanta, re-established this temple as a part of the Char Dham Yatra circuit, which further increased its spiritual significance in Hinduism.

Significance of Yamunotri Temple

Yamunotri Temple is dedicated to the goddess Yamuna. It also honours the Yamuna River, as the river is considered to be the manifestation of the Goddess herself. This makes the Yamunotri temple a unique and one of the rarest temples in India.

The Goddess is also the sister of Yama, the God of death, in Hindu mythology. It's said that whoever visit the temple does not suffer from untimely or painful death.

People from all over the globe flock here to offer their prayer to the goddess at her place of birth. Devotees make their way to the shrine after covering a gruelling trek from Janki Chatti to worship the glistening black pyramidal stone. The stone is said to be the form of the goddess herself, making it her holy abode.

Cost of Yamunotri Tour Package

The cost of Yamunotri Tour Package varies between INR 16,000 and INR 19,000.

In this tour plan are included your meals, hotels, and a private SUV vehicle. We'll also provide you with an experienced hill driver who will drive you around. You can avail VIP Darshan passes as well.

You can also customise the package as per your liking.

To know more, simply give us a call at +91-9711616316.

Best Time to Visit Yamunotri

The best time to visit Yamunotri is in the months of May-June and September-October. The weather in this window is quite pleasant and is ideal for temple visit as well as sightseeing.

Peak Season (May-June)

• Temperature swings from 10°C to 18°C (during daytime) and 5°C to 8°C (during nighttime)
• Pilgrims enjoy pleasant daytime weather
• Better availability of ponies and Palkis
• Helicopter operations are in full swing
• Best for senior citizens and first-timers
• However, this is the most crowded time
• Hotel prices are also increased

Shoulder Season (September-October)

• Temperature ranges from 8°C to 15°C during the day, and lingers around 2°C to 5°C during night
• Tourists enjoy clear skies
• Monsoon season leaves behind stunning lush green views
• Nights can be quite cold
• Crowds are moderate
• Peaceful pilgrimage
• Hotel and transport prices also decrease
• Darshan queues are smaller
• Great for fit senior citizens

• Avoid monsoon season (July-August), as roads are slippery and there's also a risk of landslides.
• In the winter season (November-April), the Chardham shrines are closed and the Yatra is halted.

Accommodation Options in Yamunotri and Around

Here is what to expect in terms of accommodation in Yamunotri and the base towns near it:

Yamunotri Yatra Registration Process

The registration for the Yatra is mandatory. The Uttarakhand government has made it compulsory in order to better track the pilgrim movement.

You can register in two ways: online and offline.

For online registration, simply visit the official portal of the Uttarakhand Tourism. You must have a valid government ID (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.) and a phone number for OTP verification.

For offline registration, there are counters available at Haridwar, Rishikesh, and other base towns. You must also produce your government ID.

Packing List

Here are some items that you must bring with you for the Yamunotri Yatra:

Safety Tips

Here are some travel tips for the Yatra:

• Do not forget to register for the Yatra, as it is mandatory.
• Always check the weather before travelling for the day. This is because the Himalayan weather can change suddenly.
• Don't start your trek in the afternoon. This way, you can avoid afternoon weather changes and crowd congestion.
• Avoid trekking alone, and try to trek in a group. This will be useful in emergency situations.
• Follow instructions given by temple staff and police.
• Carry cash as ATMs are limited in remote areas.
• In order to avoid sun damage, wear sunscreen and sunglasses. Also, wear a cap.

Why Book Yamunotri Tour Packages with Namaste India Trip?

We are a government-registered operator and have been organising pilgrimages for many years. Through our consistently professional services, we have earned trust of the tourists and gained recurring clientele.

We offer the following to our customers:

• Local Uttarakhand drivers
• Transparent pricing
• Customisable itineraries
• 24×7 on-ground support
• Extra medical support for senior citizens

To book with us, fill out the query form or call us to know more!