CHARDHAM YATRA BY HELICOPTER 2026 (5N/6D)
Embark on a spiritual journey through the sacred Chardham pilgrimage with our exclusive helicopter tour, starting and ending inDehradun. This divine experience will take you to the revered sites of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath. Enjoy VIP darshans, comfortable accommodations, delectable meals, specialpujas, and knowledgeable guides at each location.
Hotel Information:
- Dehradun : Marriott Fairfield
- Yamunotri : Kabra Niketan
- Gangotri : Kedar paradise premium
- Sersi : Kedar Paradise Resort Premium
- Badrinath : Lord Palace / Similar
Detailed Itinerary: ✈︎
Day 01 : Arrival dehradun
Relaxation and Refreshment at
Day 02 : Visit To Yamunotri Dham
The blessed Chardham Yatra will begin in the morning from the Dehradun SahatradharaHelipad by flying to Kharsali Helipad (for Yamunotri Temple). Travel from Kharsali helipad to temple is a 6 kilometers stretch which will be covered by Pony/ Palki or Trek. After darshan we come back to Kharsali for sightseeing and an Overnight stay.
Day 03 : Visit To Gangotri Dham
After breakfast, the Group shall be flying from Kharsali Helipad to Harsil Helipad. From Harsil, we drive to The Gangotri ji temple. The distance is around 22 Kilometers. We have taken care to arrange a VIP darshan for all our clients. Pandit ji is also available for special Poojan. Harsil is a beautiful valley with dense forest and green mountains. On the way, there are manysplendid spots where you can enjoy the beauty of the nature and click photos to make yourjourney memorable. You will be blessed by the evening Aarti darshan at Gangotri Temple. Dinner and Overnight stay at Dharali / Harsil.
Day 04 : Visit To Kedarnath Ji
Early morning, we drive to Harsil Helipad. On arrival, we fly to Sersi Helipad. Then we againfly/continue to Kedarnath from our own same Helipad. The Temple is approx. 500 meters away from helipad and will take approx. 15 min to reach. The Pandit ji will accompany thegroup and lead us for the VIP darshan in Kedarnath temple. After darshan and Poojan, thegroup will fly back to Sersi helipad. We will have lunch and Passengers can visit ancient Triyuginarayan or Kalimath/ Vishwanath Mandir & Overnight stay at Guptkashi located at thebanks of the river Mandakini.
Day 05 : Visit To Badrinath Ji
The group is headed towards the Sersi Helipad. From the Helipad we proceed to Badrinath ji shrine. On arrival at Badrinath Helipad, The group will be Check-In to the hotel. After Lunch,we will be going to Mana village, the last border village of India with China for sightseeing. In the evening, the Passengers will attend Swarna Aarti at Badrinath Temple followed bydinner and overnight stay at Badrinath.
Day 06 : Badrinath ji to Dehradun
Breakfast: After breakfast, bo
Arrival in Dehradun: Upon arri
INCLUSION
- Pick-up and drop-off services from Dehradun Airport, Bus Stand, and Railway Station.
- Enjoy a lavish one-night stay in Dehradun with breakfast and dinner.
- Palki / pony services at Yamunotri.
- Helicopter shuttle tickets for your Kedarnath visit.
- Comfortable lodging and all meals provided during the Chardham journey.
- VIP Darshan at every Dham.
- Local sightseeing, if time permits.
- Special attention to senior citizen.
- Round trip flying charges from Dehradun.
- All applicable taxes, royalties, and levies included.
EXCLUSION
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, tips & gratuity, mineral water, soft & hard drinks, porterage.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions
- Additional sightseeing or extra usage of vehicle, other than mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance Fees & Guide charges
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances (strikes), etc (to be borne by the client, who is directly payable on the spot)
- Any increase in Airlines taxes or fuel price at the time of departure, leading to increase in cost on surface transportation & land arrangements, which may come into effect prior to departure
Still camera/video camera charger.
5% GSt on. Billing
IMPORTANT NOTE
- As this is an NSOP (Non-Scheduled Operator Permit) flight, Timings are tentative and subject to permissions and weather conditions. We recommend booking your return flight keeping one buffer day to allow for any potential delays.
- Nothing is covered by the package on the final day of arrival in Dehradun from Badrinath; just the drop-off at your departure location is included.
- Read all the Terms & Conditions and Important Guidelines carefully for better understanding.
TERMS & CONDITION
- Flexible Flying Time:
- Flying time is subject to permissions and weather conditions. Changes may occur due to weather or technical reasons.
BODY WEIGHT INFORMATION
- Each helicopter can accommodate up to 6 passengers with a total weight limitation of 445 kg for all 6 passengers.
- HOLIDAY POINT reserves the right to de-board passengers if the actual body weight deviates from what was provided at the time of booking.
- No refunds will be provided for any passenger who is de-boarded due to incorrect body weight.
- Passengers are requested to provide exact body weight measured on an electronic scale.
- Passengers with a body weight of above 75 kg will be charged INR 2,500 per kg excess. This amount will be collected in Dehradun before the flight.
- If the given body weight is incorrect, passengers will be charged INR 3,000 per kg on the final check by the pilot, or they will be de- boarded without any refund.
- A penalty of INR 1,20,000 + GST before departure shall be imposed incase weight of the passengers crosses the 450 kg mark, and flyingwill only take place subject to Pilot & AME’s call.
- Passengers can’t be exchanged at the last minute or before 48 hrs of the scheduled departure.
LUGGAGE WEIGHT
- 1 small soft bag (max. 5 kg) per passenger, this duffel bag will be provided by us on the day of arrival.
- Hard-case luggage or large bags are not allowed.
FLYING SCHEDULE
- Dham sequence may vary due to weather, technical issues, or government permissions.
- The departure time and sequence are subject to change.
- New Chardham passengers scheduled for departure from Dehradun on any respective travel date shall be our top priority over the backlog passengers of the previous date.
HOTEL ACCOMMDATION
- HOLIDAY POINT holds the right to change the hotels at flight origin and destination based on hotel availability.
- Groups of 6 passengers or more may have to stay in different hotels as they will be traveling in different helicopters due to body weight limitations.
- Rooms are booked on double or triple sharing basis only.
- For single occupancy rooms, an additional charge of INR 45,000 perperson (tax inclusive) will apply.
- Any extra night halt at either of the hotel at any of the dhams or Dehradun will be directly payable by the guest on the same day. In case of extra night halt hotels can be changed depending on the availability.
BAD WEATHER CONDITION
- Flying in the hills is subject to bad weather conditions, Force Majeure factors, such as:
- Delayed Air Traffic Clearances/Permissions
- VVIP Movements
- Valley Flying by Indian Air Force (NOTAM)
- Technical Snags in Aircraft
- Illness of Flying Crew
- Late Reporting of Passengers at helipads
- Passengers should be prepared to face eventualities and inconveniences in such scenarios.
- It is strongly advised to keep one additional day beyond the 5N6D itinerary to avoid inconvenience in case of delays due to bad weather or Force Majeure events.
- Itinerary amendments may occur due to backlogs, bad weather, or natural circumstances, where we may cover:
- Dodham, Ekdham, or Teendham in 1 or 2 days.
- In most cases, if there is a backlog due to bad weather, the trip may be cancelled.
- Tour may be treated as cancelled in case no flying is done from Dehradun and we may not shift the same to next day in case of backlog.
INFANTS
Infants under 2 years travel free with valid ID/Birth Certificate.
AIRPORT TRANSFER
- Transfers are only provided on arrival and departure days.
- Additional charges apply for transfers to Haridwar/Rishikesh (INR 8,000 per cab).
PASSENGER GROUPING
- A single vehicle will be provided for a group of 6 passengers throughout the tour.
- Passengers may be shifted between helicopters for safe weight distribution.
KEDARNATH SHUTTLE
- Kedarnath Shuttle (Basecamp to Kedarnath) is under the control of IRCTC and there are possibilities of delays.
- We can’t prioritize charter passengers. In case we are not able to cover the Kedarnath on the day of arrival at basecamp, we will fly on the next day and after having darshans, fly to Badrinath on the sameday.
- There is also a possibility of passengers being split into different shuttle flights due to IRCTC’s management and scheduling of the Kedarnath helicopter services.
RESCHEDULING OF BOOKING
20% charge applies for rescheduling 30 days before the tour. Less than 30 days’ notice will result in a fresh booking with applicable cancellation charges.
PAYMENT TERMS
50% deposit at the time of booking; balance due 30 days before departure. Full payment required before departure to board the helicopter.
Cancellation Policy :
- Up to 30 days before flying date: 40% cancellation charge. 0 to 30 days before flying date: No refund.
- If the Yatra is cancelled from Dehradun itself due to any force majeure reasons, 10% of the total amount will be deducted as service and flight preparation charges.
FORCE MAJEURE & BAD WHEATHER REFUNDS
- There shall be no refund or compensation in case of anygovernment- imposed restrictions, natural calamities, pandemics(including Covid-19), war, or any national emergency, either before or during the Yatra.
- Tour Cost: If 3 Dham are completed and 1 Dham is left out, INR 15,000 approx. per person will be refunded as a credit note.This costis exclusive of other expenses like extra night halt, extra transfers, or any extra services utilized beyond the package inclusions.
- Additional Services: The cost of additional services provided at any Dham will be deducted from the refundable Tour Cost.
- Refund for Unutilized Services: No refund will be provided for any unutilized service because these services are booked in advance before the commencement of the season.
- Any changes in the govt policies and SOP’s will be adhered.
- Any increase in government levies or taxes, after the confirmation of booking, will be extra chargeable to the passengers. Payment against the same will have to be done before the commencement of tour.
- While the tour is ongoing, if any group demands to cancel their tourmid way, cost for the same will be borne by the passengerson direct payment basis. Holidaypoint is the service provider for Chardham Helicopter tour only. Hence, Holiday is not responsible or liable for any refund if your further plan is disturbed due to badweather (Example - Hotel Bookings after returning back to Dehradun from the trip, Fligts, Bus or Train tickets).
- In the event of an unforeseen emergency such as medicalconcerns, sudden weather changes, or official instructions if a guest is called back from any Dham (for example, from Kedarnath basecamp) by helicopter or any other means before completing the darshan, the visit to that Dham will be considered as completed.
NO SHOW POLICY
If the passenger fails to report at the scheduled time or location, it will be treated as a No Show and no refund will be applicable
NO FLYING
- If there is no flying due to bad weather or force majeure, we will provide a proportional refund (excluding taxes, royalty fees and 10% flight preparation charges).
- Refund will be processed after 30 working days once the season completes.
- If we attempt to fly but fail to land at the destination due to weather or any external factor, 20% of the total booking amount will be deducted as flight preparation and operational cost.
REGULATORY PERMISSION
- Please note that flights are strictly subject to weather conditions and clearances from all relevant authorities, including DGCA, ATC, and local administration.
- There may be situations where other operators’ helicopters are flying, but our company prioritizes safety above all and will proceedonly after receiving all necessary approvals and being fullyconfident in operational safety.
- In such cases, we may delay or cancel the tour entirely, if conditionsare not deemed safe or permissions are not granted in full.
- Passenger safety is our top priority, and we do not take unnecessary risks under any circumstances.
- In case DGCA, State Government, or any regulatory authority mandates a reduction in the passenger capacity of the helicopter(for example, reducing from 6 pax to 4 pax) at any time before departure, then the cost difference for the reduced seats will be distributed equally among the remaining passengers, and the extra cost must be paid before boarding.
- Our packages and costing are based on 6-passenger occupancy, and any reduction in allowable capacity by authorities is beyond the control of the operator.
EMERGENCY EVACUATION POLICY
- In case of an emergency, the decision to initiate an evacuation whether by road or any other means will rest solely with the company, based on safety assessments and operationalconsiderations. If the evacuation is approved and arranged by the company, all associated transportation costs will be borne by the company.
- Refund or credit note (if any) shall be issued as per actual utilizationand operator policy.
- However, if a guest chooses to travel independently, make alternatearrangements, or disregard company guidance and the evacuationhas not been authorized by the company then the full cost of such travel will be the guest’s responsibility. No refunds or reimbursements will be provided in such instances.
- Guests are respectfully advised to follow on-ground instructions at all times to ensure their safety and a smooth travel experience.
NATIONAL/STATE EMERGENCY
- In case passengers test COVID positive before the travel, or the Yatra gets called-off by the government, or any National or State emergency is imposed, there will be no refunds applicable.
- However, passengers will be provided a Credit Voucher by Holiday point against the advance paid. It can be utilized against any of our helicopter tours or charter services by the passengers or any of their friends/relatives.
CREDIT NOTE / VOUCHER
- In the event a credit note or voucher is issued, it will hold a fixed monetary value as communicated to the client at the time of issuance.
- When the client chooses to redeem the credit note/voucher for future travel, if there is any increase in the tour/package price, the client will be required to pay the difference between the credit note value and the current applicable price.
- The credit note/voucher is transferable and may be used by anyimmediate family member, relative, or friend of the original client,provided prior written intimation is given to the company.
FLYING SCHEDULE
- NSOP (Non-Scheduled Operations): Flight timings will be communicated the night before, based on operational plans.
- Delays or Cancellations: Delays may occur due to bad weather,technical issues, or emergency scenarios. In case of a major issue,the trip may be cancelled.
HELIPAD WAITING TIMES
Expect up to 2 hours waiting time at helipads due to factors like bad weather, NOTAM, or other operational challenges.
FINAL DAY DEPARTURE
- We will attempt to depart early from Badrinath to avoid bad weather. Breakfast may be skipped in this case.
- Breakfast at Dehradun will incur at an additional cost if preferred.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Aadhar Card (for Indian nationals) or Passport (for foreign nationals) is mandatory for all passengers
ACCOMMODATION & TRANSFERS
- Final list of properties will be shared 30 days prior to the travel date.
- Transfers between Dehradun, Haridwar, and Rishikesh are available at an additional cost.
HELIPAD & BASE CAMPS
For larger groups, passengers may land at different base camps (Phata, Guptkashi, Sersi) depending on the helicopter’s capacity and timing.
DONATIONS & ADDITIONAL COSTS
Donations, tips, porter charges, palki/pony charges (except Yamunotri) are not included and must be borne by passengers
SPECIAL POOJAS
No special poojas are included in the package. Additional poojas can be arranged at extra cost if requested in advance.
KEDARNATH TOP STAY
- Staying at Kedarnath Top requires signing a declaration.
- Accommodation cost is INR 12,000-15,000 per room, depending on availability.
- Heli-Yatra is not responsible for any emergency or service challenges at Kedar-Top.
VIP Darshan
VIP Darshan provides priority entry inside the temple but does not guarantee exclusive access. All darshans are as per the government SOPs.
MOBILE NETWORK
Available at all locations: Airtel, JIO, BSNL (Yamunotri, Harsil, Kedarnath, Badrinath).
ADDONS & CUSTOMIZATION
Any last-minute changes or add-ons to the itinerary are not possible. All requests should be made in advance.
OUR HELITOURS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING VIP’S
- Speaker Lok Sabha
- Dy. Chairperson Rajya Sabha
- Central Ministers of Cabinet Rank C J I Supreme Court
- Governors of State
- Chief Ministers of State
- State Ministers of Cabinet Rank
- SPG Protectees – Z category only.
- Holiday Point reserves the right to cancel passengers, who are unruly, abusive, intoxicated, sick, mentally unfit or anyone elsewhom we deem to be unsafe to fly. No refund shall be done to such passenger(s).
DISPUTES
- Disputes as to legality, interpretation, application or performance of service or any of its terms and conditions shall be governed by the laws of Haryana Jurisdiction.
- Bookings will be taken, considering there is acceptance of the above- mentioned terms & conditions by the party.
NOTE
- All terms are intended to ensure safety, comfort, and smooth operations during the Chardham Yatra.
- Always plan ahead and communicate any special needs in advance.
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