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Chopta Valley Trek
Places to Visit: Delhi - Rishikesh - Rudra Prayag - Guptkashi - Chopta
- Joshimath - Ghangaria - Valley of flower -Govind Ghat- Joshimath-Rishikesh-Haridwar-
Delhi
Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Day 1: Delhi
Begin your tour
Arrive into Delhi
Welcome to Vardhman's "Chopta Valley Trek"!
On arrival in Delhi, you will be met and transferred by Vardhman's representative
to your hotel. Relax for a while and later proceed on a city tour.
Visit Qutab Minar, Humayun's tomb, Lakshminarayan Temple , a modern Hindu
Temple , Parliament House, Government Secretarial Building and Connaught
place, the shopping centre of New Delhi .
Visit Red Fort, built in 1648 by Mughal Emperor Shahjehan, Jama Masjid,
one of the largest Mosque of India, Raj Ghat and Shanti Vana, the cremation
sites of Mahatama Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. Also drive past Chandni Chowk,
shopping centre of Old Delhi.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 02: Delhi-Rishikesh
Early in the morning drive to Rishikesh. Check into your hotel upon arrival.
Rishikesh, situated on the banks of the Ganges. Rishikesh, also known
as the 'place of sages' is Haridwar, at the confluence of the Chandrabhaga
and Ganga. It is believed that God by the name of 'Hrishikesh' had appeared
as an answer to the hard penances by Rabhiya Rishi and henceforth the
place derived its name.
Upon arrival, check in your pre-booked hotel. Relax for a while and later
visit Rishikesh City of Nirvana dotted with numerous yoga centers.
Laxman Jhula :- one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rishikesh, Laxman
Jhula is a suspended bridge on the Ganges. Legend has it that Laxman had
crossed the river Ganges at this spot on a bridge of ropes. Now a suspended
iron bridge 450 ft long, built in 1939 exists here. The Laxman Jhula is
something you cannot simply miss on a tour to Rishikesh.
Ram Jhula :- another suspended bridge between Shivanand Ashram and Sawarg
Ashram, Ram Jhula has been named after Laxman’s elder brother Ram.
Bharat Mandir :- built by Adiguru Shankracharya, the Hindu saint in 12th
century, this is the oldest temple in Rishikesh. It is located on the
bank of river Ganges in the old town and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu,
whose idol carved out of a single 'Salagram' stands here.
Rishikund :- Legend has it that, the river Goddess Yamuna was so pleased
with the saint Kubz that she filled this tank with water.
Nilkanth Mahadeo :- according to Hindu mythology when the ocean was being
churned out for “amrit” by the gods and the demons, it was venom
that first oozed out. This venom was swallowed by Lord Shiva at this spot
and the place got its name from that event.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 3: Rishikesh - Rudraprayag
On the day 3 of your tour depart from Rishikesh to Rudra Pryag. The whole
expanse of Rudraprayag is exalted with enormous splendor, many destinations
of religious significance and glaciers. Named after Lord Shiva’s
Rudra avatar, Rudraprayag has the fortune of being the confluence of rivers
Alaknanda and Mandakini. Check into your hotel aupon arrival. Evening
visit the temple of lord Shiva and confluence of river Alaknanda and Mandakini.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 4: Rudra Pryag - Guptkashi
This morning after a lwisurely breakfast departure to Guptkashi. Check
into your hotel for an overnight. Guptkashi, a place filled with serenity
and tranquility, is located in the district of Rudraprayag within the
hill state of Uttarakhand in India. Guptkashi is about 49 km from the
famous Kedarnath. In the evening visit to the ancient temple of lord Shiva.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 5: Guptakashi - Chopta - Guptakashi
Day excursion to Chopta, a picturesque valley on the high altitude and
trek 3Km to Tung Nath Temple of lord Shiva.
Chopta the land of unexpected Treasure has so much to Offer for trekers,
and Nature lovers. The dense forest the calm environment & the beautiful
Himalayan Snow views makes it a beautiful. The place is base camp for
Trek of Tungnath & the mighty chandrashila peak
Overnight stay will be at hotel in Guptkashi.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 6: Guptkashi - Joshimath
After a leisurely breakfast drive to Joshimath. Check into your hotel.
The word Joshimath is derived out of ‘Jyotirmath’ (the place
of Jyotirlinga of Shiva). Joshimath is famous for being home to one of
the four Peeths i.e. center for sanyasis. This Peeth was founded by Shankaracharya,
the famous Hindu Guru.
Joshimath is considered to be one of the most sacred placed by Hindus
since it is believed that Lord Badrinath (Lord Vishnu) resides here during
winters. Surrounded by tall and majestic snow covered Himalayas, Joshimath
is an important destination en route celebrated shine of Badrinath which
is about 42 Km from here.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 7: Joshimath - Ghangaria, Drive: 18 kms. Trek: 13 kms.
Morning after breakfast, drive to reach Govindghat. From here start trekking
to reach Ghangria also called GOVIND DHAM, the base camp for Hemkund Sahib
and Valley of Flowers. Please note that camping within the Valley of Flowers
is not permitted.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 8: Ghangaria
Trek to Valley of Flower and visit the famous Valley of Flowers. The whole
valley is dotted with variety of exotic Himalayan flowers and other flora.
Valley of Flowers, UNESCO World Heritage Site: It is as full of flowers
as of exotic animal species and birds. It is a sight to watch, explore
and absorb. The valley is a riot of colors and fragrances so unique and
exotic that one needs an entire day just to take in whatever nature is
giving us that time. The valley of flowers was ‘discovered’
accidentally by Frank S. Smith in 1931 after he lost his way on a trek
back to his base. It was fully explored by botanist Margaret Legge in
1939 but unfortunately she lost her life in a landslide soon after. Spread
over an area of over 87.50 sq km, the Valley of Flowers was declared a
national park in 1982. It was acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site in 1988.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 9: Ghangaria - Govind Ghat - Joshimath
Morning after early breakfast, start return trek to Govindghat. Then drive
to Joshimath. On arrival, check into your hotel.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 10: Joshimath - Rishikesh
Morning after early breakfast, drive to return to reach Rishikesh. Evening
arrive Rishikesh and check into hotel for overnight stay.
Overnight: Hotel
Day 11: Rishikesh -Haridwar- Delhi
Morning after early breakfast, drive back to Delhi, enroute visiting Hari-ki-pauri
in Haridwar. Haridwar is also famous by the names of gangadwar, Mokshadwar,
Tapovan and Mayapuri. It is at Haridwar that the Ganga finaly energes into
the northern plains.
Har Ki Pauri Ghat: Har Ki Pauri ghat is the prime tourist attraction of
Haridwar. This wonderful riverside bank was constructed by King Vikramaditya
in memory of his brother Bhartrihari. It is said that all the sins that
a mortal commits are washed out by bathing at this river-bank. In the evening
just when the Sun is about to go down below the horizon, priests perform
the religious rite on the bank of the river. This is extremely scenic and
people join in the devotional song. After the ritual is over, small candles
are floated on the river. The place looks enchanting. The atmosphere is
very peaceful and you will surely love it.
Transfer to Delhi airport/railway station to board flight/train for your
onward destination with sweet and unforgettable memories of your "Chopta
Valley Trek" escorted by Vardhman Vacations.
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