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Do Dham Yatra : A Divine Pilgrimage to Kedarnath and Badrinath
The Do Dham Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage covering two of the most revered shrines in Uttarakhand - Kedarnath and Badrinath . It is an ideal option for devotees who may not have the time or physical endurance for the full Chardham Yatra but still wish to seek spiritual blessings in the lap of the Himalayas.
Significance of Do Dham Yatra
Best Time to Do Dham Yatra
The best time to undertake the Do Dham Yatra is between May and June, and September to October . The winter months (November to April) are harsh due to heavy snowfall, making the temples inaccessible.
Do Dham Yatra Route Option 1: From Haridwar/Rishikesh
Do Dham Yatra : A Divine Pilgrimage to Kedarnath and Badrinath
The Do Dham Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage covering two of the most revered shrines in Uttarakhand - Kedarnath and Badrinath . It is an ideal option for devotees who may not have the time or physical endurance for the full Chardham Yatra but still wish to seek spiritual blessings in the lap of the Himalayas.
Significance of Do Dham Yatra
- Kedarnath : One of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, Kedarnath Temple is located amidst the majestic Garhwal Himalayas and holds immense spiritual importance.
- Badrinath : Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Badrinath Temple is part of the Char Dham circuit and is believed to be the ultimate abode of salvation.
Best Time to Do Dham Yatra
The best time to undertake the Do Dham Yatra is between May and June, and September to October . The winter months (November to April) are harsh due to heavy snowfall, making the temples inaccessible.
Do Dham Yatra Route Option 1: From Haridwar/Rishikesh
- Haridwar/Rishikesh to Guptkashi/Sonprayag — 220 km (by road)
- Guptkashi to Kedarnath — 30 km by road + 16 km trek (or helicopter service)
- Kedarnath to Badrinath — 220 km (by road)
- Badrinath to Haridwar/Rishikesh — 320 km (by road)
- A faster and more comfortable way to complete the Do Dham Yatra in 1–2 days.
- Services available from Dehradun, Phata, and Guptkashi .
- Drive to Sonprayag, then reach Gaurikund (the starting point of the Kedarnath trek).
- Trek 16 km to Kedarnath or take a pony/palanquin.
- Visit Kedarnath Temple , one of the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva.
- Overnight stay near Kedarnath or return to Sonprayag.
- Drive to Badrinath via Rudraprayag and Joshimath.
- Visit Badrinath Temple , take a holy dip in Tapt Kund .
- Explore nearby sites like Mana Village, Vyas Gufa, and Charan Paduka.
- Drive back, including the divine journey.