Badrinath Tour Packages
Badrinath is one of the four Char Dham shrines and a temple to Vishnu, set between the Nar and Narayan peaks on the Alaknanda river at about 3,100 metres. Unlike Kedarnath, it is reachable by road.
Badrinath at a glance
- LocationUttarakhand, India
- Time zoneIndian Standard Time (UTC+5:30)
- Driving sideLeft
- Calling code+91
- CurrencyIndian rupee (INR)
- LanguagesHindi, Garhwali, Kumaoni
- Ideal stay2 days
- Getting thereDehradun (Jolly Grant) Airport (DED), about…
Best time to visit: May to June and September to October
Top Badrinath travel packages
A few of our Badrinath itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Badrinath
UPI and cards are widely accepted in cities and hotels; keep some cash for small shops, rural areas, hill towns and tips.
Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
112 (all emergencies)
Languages spoken: Hindi, Garhwali, Kumaoni.
Dehradun (Jolly Grant) is the main airport; Pantnagar serves the Kumaon hills. Overnight trains from Delhi reach Haridwar, Dehradun and Kathgodam.
Kedarnath and Badrinath need online registration with the state government before travel.
Monsoon landslides (July–August) often block mountain roads; avoid tight schedules then.
Spend a night at Joshimath or Pipalkoti on the way up to break the long drive.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Badrinath
Badrinath is one of the four Char Dham shrines and a temple to Vishnu, set between the Nar and Narayan peaks on the Alaknanda river at about 3,100 metres. Unlike Kedarnath, it is reachable by road.
Highlights include Badrinath Temple, Tapt Kund, Mana Village and Vasudhara Falls. Local food worth trying: Vegetarian meals and Prasad. Plan 2 days here; it suits pilgrims, families. Our Badrinath itineraries run from 7 to 11 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
May to June and September to October. The temple opens around late April or May and closes in November.
How to reach Badrinath
- By air: Dehradun (Jolly Grant) Airport (DED), about 315 km
- By rail: Rishikesh, about 295 km
- By road: About 10–11 hours from Rishikesh
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
7D / 6NHaridwar · Kedarnath · Badrinath · RishikeshKedarnath & Badrinath Do Dham Yatra
Two of the Char Dham shrines with state registration, helicopter options for Kedarnath and planned rest stops on the mountain roads.
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11D / 10NHaridwar · Yamunotri · Gangotri · KedarnathChar Dham Yatra
All four Himalayan dhams in order, Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath, with registration, helicopter or pony options and rest stops for the altitude.
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7D / 6NRishikesh · Hemkund Sahib · BadrinathHemkund Sahib & Valley of Flowers Yatra
The trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria, the climb to Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib beside its glacial lake, a day in the Valley of Flowers and darshan at Badrinath.
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Experiences
- Temple darshan
On the menuFood to try
- Vegetarian meals
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Outdoor activities in Badrinath
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Badrinath: May to June and September to October. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Badrinath travel tips
Visa and entry
Indian citizens do not need a visa; carry a government photo ID such as Aadhaar or a passport for hotels and flights.
Health and safety
Travel insurance is a good idea, especially for adventure activities. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. Some places here are at high altitude: rest on arrival, drink plenty of water and ascend gradually.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Indian rupee (INR). Tipping is not compulsory; around 5–10% in restaurants and a small tip for drivers and guides is appreciated.
Best time to visit
May to June and September to October. The temple opens around late April or May and closes in November.
Getting around
Dehradun (Jolly Grant) is the main airport; Pantnagar serves the Kumaon hills. Overnight trains from Delhi reach Haridwar, Dehradun and Kathgodam.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack warm layers, a down jacket and gloves, a light jacket or sweater for cool evenings, modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Mobile data is good in towns and cities. Coverage can be patchy in remote, hill and forest areas, so download offline maps before you set off.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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