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Itineraries
Day 01: Haridwar/Rishikesh to Joshimath
Drive290 kmAlt1890 m Stay Hotel
The pick-up will be at 6:30 am from Haridwar Railway Station on Day 1. Kindly reach on time at the designated place. We will share cab details and driver number for coordination. (Haridwar to Joshimath is 290 km, approx. 8-9 hrs drive). Dinner and overnight stay at Joshimath .
Joshimath is a small town in the Uttarakhand Garhwal hills on the banks of Alaknanda River. This place is very famous for Sankracharya temple and is also the hub for many mountaineering and trekking .
Note: If you are coming by your own vehicle then Alternatively, you can opt for our ex-Joshimath Valley of Flower package.
Day 02:Joshimath to Govindghat (drive) to Ghangharia (trek)
Drive22 kmTrek13 km Alt 3048m Stay Hotel
Post early breakfast, meet your guide. Post briefing, drive from Joshimath to Govindghat (a small hamlet situated on the confluence of Alaknanda and roaring Laxman Ganga and start point for the fully escorted trek).
Govindghat to Ghanghria (base village for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib) is a beautiful trek route with magnificent views and river accompanying you throughout. Hot lunch on the trek route. In the late afternoon, arrive at Ghanghria on the banks of Laxman Ganga. Dinner and overnight stay in Ghangria Hotel / Camps or similar.
Day 03:Day visit to Valley of Flowers
Trek 8 km Alt 3658m Stay Hotel
Post breakfast, start our fully escorted trek to Valley of Flowers. The first part of the trek is through thick forest along the Pushpavati river. Later we trek in the open meadows. Arrive and explore the area. Witness several varieties of rare flowers including Blue Poppy, Potentilla, Geranium and hundreds of others. Full day to explore Valley of Flowers – UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Packed lunch, flasks full of hot beverages as well as assorted refreshments will be arranged. Return to Ghangharia in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 04: Day visit to Hemkund Sahib
Trek12 km Alt 4329m Stay Hotel
Post breakfast today we start our fully escorted trek to Hemkund - internationally acclaimed, one of the finest high latitude lakes in Uttarakhand Himalayas. It is also a place of worship for Sikhs and Hindus. Its an uphill trek to reach Hemkund.
See the crystal clear lake with astonishing views of surrounding peaks, visit Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara and Lakshman Temple on the banks of the lake. Return to Ghangharia in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05:Ghangharia - Govindghat - Joshimath (Drive)
Drive 22 km Trek 14 km Trek 14 km
Post breakfast, we start our trek back from Ghagharia to Govindghat and then drive to Joshimath. Hot lunch on the trek route. Dinner and overnight stay in Joshimath.
Optional Inclusions of Auli: You can also opt for 1 night stay in Auli as well, at an extra cost in Auli. Do note the inclusions of Auli in your package should be done at the time of booking only.
Note: if time permits, stroll in the small but busy Joshimath local market area, visit famous Shankaracharya Math (shrine), Kalpavriksha and Narsimha temple.
Day 06:Joshimath to Haridwar/Rishikesh
Drive 295 km
Post early breakfast, start your journey back to Rishikesh/Haridwar with fond memories. Our vehichle will drop you at Haridwar Railway Station (late evening) or Rishikesh which comes enroute Haridwar.
INCLUSIONS:-
- All land transfers in shared private vehicle (For ex-Haridwar trip, Indigo for 2 or 3 pax, Innova for 4 to 5 pax and Tempo Traveller for 6 to 10 pax)
- 5 night deluxe accommodation on as per itinerary (2N Joshimath, 3N Ghangharia) or 1 Night in Auli (if opted for)
- Veg and egg meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner) for the trip duration as per itinerary (from Dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 6)
- Entry fee for Valley of Flowers as applicable to Indian nationals only
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local trekking guide (01 guide for upto 8 pax)
- Charges for mules for trekking client’s soft luggage (1 piece of soft luggage, max 10 kg, per client)
- Joshimath Sightseeing on Day 5 as per itinerary (time permitting)
EXCLUSIONS:-
At extra cost, we can arrange for private vehicle exclusively for your round trip travel from Haridwar/Dehradun/ Rishikesh/Delhi NCR to Joshimath and back
Accommodation at Haridwar / Dehradun / Rishikesh. At extra cost, we can arrange for the same
Travel Insurance or any other kind of insurance(Trekkers are advised to obtain applicable insurance on their own)
Costs and expenses for medical treatment in case of evacuation or in case of any medical condition or emergency or otherwise for any reason
Any accommodation, travel or transport (or any change/upgrade thereof) outside of the above itinerary for any reason
Charges for helicopter ride between Govindghat to Ghangharia and back
Hire charges for mules/porters/equipment if hired by trekkers for personal ride or extra personal luggage
Charges for hot water at Ghangharia (Rs 50 per bucket). Hot water geysers are available in Joshimath
Entry tickets to Valley of Flowers for foreign nationals
Charges to carry camera/video equipment inside Valley of Flowers
Meals other than B,L,S,D as indicated in the itinerary or charges for mineral water, other beverages or drinks
Charges for helicopter ride, ropeway, chair-car or any sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
Any expense of personal nature or any gifts, sightseeing, tips, offerings, Pooja expenses or donations
Any drinks, tips for the guide, porters, drivers, etc
Any other cost or expense which is not specifically included in the price inclusion
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