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Gangotri Yatra<\/a> is part of Char Dham pilgrimage<\/a> and it is located in Uttarakhand\u2019s Garhwal Himalayas near holy Bhagirathi River. People love this place for its amazing mountain views and the peaceful atmosphere. Each year a lot of pilgrims and nature lovers visit this place to feel its peaceful and spiritual vibe.<\/p>\n

This complete guide covers everything you need to plan your Gangotri Dham trip<\/a> including best travel routes and places to stop, perfect time to visit and helpful tips for smooth and enjoyable journey. If it is your first visit or you have been to Gangotri before this guide will make your trip smooth, easy and full of good memories!<\/p>\n

Quick Facts: Gangotri Dham 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/b><\/th>\nInformation<\/b><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Location<\/span><\/td>\nUttarkashi District, Uttarakhand<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Altitude<\/td>\n3,100 meters (10,200 ft)<\/b> above sea level<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nearest Railway Station<\/span><\/td>\nRishikesh (~249 km) \/ Haridwar (~288 km)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Nearest Airport<\/span><\/td>\nJolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (~250 km)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temple Opening Date 2026<\/span><\/a><\/td>\n19 April 2026<\/b> (Akshaya Tritiya)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Temple Closing Date 2026<\/span><\/td>\n10 November 2026<\/b> (Tentative \u2014 Diwali)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best Time to Visit<\/span><\/a><\/td>\nMay\u2013June and September\u2013October<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Average Temperature<\/span><\/td>\nAround 8\u00b0C (cold all year round)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Note:<\/b> The Gangotri Temple remains closed between <\/span>2:00 PM and 3:00 PM<\/b> daily. Plan your darshan timing accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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How to Reach Gangotri by Air<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Air travel is the easiest and quickest way to reach Gangotri Dham if you are coming from a long distance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Nearest Airport:<\/b> Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun \u2014 approximately 250 km from Gangotri.<\/span><\/p>\n

From Delhi:<\/b> You can take a direct flight from Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun. The distance is around 208 km and the flight takes about 1 hour.<\/span><\/p>\n

From Jolly Grant Airport to Gangotri:<\/b><\/p>\n