
Quick Answer: A Maruti Ertiga for the Char Dham Yatra from Dehradun costs ₹45,000 for the full 4-dham circuit. It seats 6 passengers and is our best-value option — noticeably more room than a sedan, and a lighter fare than an Innova. The circuit runs roughly 1,600 km over 10–11 days. Registration is mandatory. Call 7830211223.
The Ertiga hits the sweet spot for Char Dham. Six seats, decent luggage room, and a fare that sits comfortably between the sedan and the Innova — which is exactly what most families of 4–6 need.
It's the vehicle we book most often for the yatra, and for good reason: on an 11-day circuit you want room to stretch, but you don't want to pay SUV money if you don't need SUV capability.
| Package | Fare | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Char Dham (4 shrines) | ₹45,000 | Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath |
| Do Dham (2 shrines) | Call for Price | Kedarnath & Badrinath |
| Ek Dham (1 shrine) | Call for Price | Kedarnath or Badrinath |
Package fare includes vehicle, fuel, driver allowance, tolls, parking and state taxes. Hotels, meals, pony/palki and helicopter tickets are extra. Call 7830211223 for the current quote.
The traditional clockwise order is Yamunotri → Gangotri → Kedarnath → Badrinath, covering roughly 1,600 km round trip from Dehradun over 10–11 days.
| Dham | Access | Usual Halt |
|---|---|---|
| Yamunotri | Drive to Janki Chatti, then a ~6 km trek (pony/palki available) | Barkot |
| Gangotri | Motorable right up to the temple | Uttarkashi / Harsil |
| Kedarnath | Drive to Sonprayag, shuttle to Gaurikund, then a 16–18 km trek (pony or helicopter) | Guptkashi / Sonprayag |
| Badrinath | Motorable up to the temple — no trek | Joshimath / Badrinath |
The dhams open around Akshaya Tritiya (late April/May) and close near Diwali (October/November). May–June and September–October are the best windows. Peak monsoon (July–August) brings landslide risk on Garhwal hill roads — we advise against it and will tell you honestly if conditions look bad.
How much does an Ertiga cost for the Char Dham Yatra?
A Maruti Ertiga for the full Char Dham circuit from Dehradun costs Rs 45,000, including the vehicle, driver, fuel, driver allowance, tolls, parking and state taxes.
How many people fit in an Ertiga for Char Dham?
The Ertiga seats 6 passengers. It is ideal for families of 4 to 6 with moderate luggage. For a couple or 3 travellers, the Swift Dzire at Rs 32,000 is more economical.
Ertiga or Innova for Char Dham - which should I choose?
Choose the Ertiga (Rs 45,000, 6 seats) if you are 4 to 6 people with moderate luggage and want the best value. Choose the Innova (Rs 55,000, 7 seats) if you are 6 to 7 people, have heavy luggage, or want more room and ground clearance for the hill sections.
How many days does the Char Dham Yatra take?
Typically 10 to 11 days from Dehradun, covering roughly 1,600 km via Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.
Is Char Dham registration mandatory?
Yes, registration is free and compulsory for every pilgrim, and it is checked en route. We guide you through the process.
What is not included in the package fare?
Hotels and meals, temple donations, pony or palki charges at Yamunotri and Kedarnath, helicopter tickets and personal expenses are not included.
| Vehicle | Seats | Char Dham Package |
|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire (Sedan) | 4 | ₹32,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga | 6 | ₹45,000 |
| Toyota Innova | 7 | ₹55,000 |
| Innova Crysta | 6–7 | ₹68,000 |
| Tempo Traveller / Urbania | 12–25 | Call for Price |