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Rishikesh, Uttarakhand → Badrinath

Rishikesh to Badrinath

Moderate#12 in India1.4k votes
Distance
300 km
Duration
2 Days
Best time
May – Jun, Sep – Oct
Highest point
3,133 m

The Char Dham road along the Alaknanda. Gorges, landslide scars, temple towns stacked on terraces, and a last climb into thin air. A pilgrimage that happens to be a great drive.

Top highlights

  • High altitude3,133 m
  • DevprayagWhere the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet.
  • JoshimathThe last real town before the pass.
  • Road qualityNH7 is improved but still a mountain road. Monsoon landslides are routine. Expect slow convoys of buses in yatra season.
  • PermitsRegistration for the Char Dham yatra in peak season. Carry ID.
  • Best timeMay – Jun, Sep – Oct

Recommended itinerary

  1. Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

    Start

  2. Devprayag

    70 km

  3. Joshimath

    250 km

  4. Vishnuprayag

    265 km

  5. Badrinath

    End · 300 km

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