India Adventure Tours

Gaumukh & Badrinath

Day 02 - Delhi -Haridwar- Rishikesh
This morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh. Rishikesh, situated on the banks of the Ganges.
On the way stop at for sightseeing of Haridwar including the famous Har - Ki - Pauri - means "The Footsteps of God".
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. Upon arrival check into your hotel and later visit Har KKi Pauri
Har Ki Pairi Ghat: Har Ki Pairi 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.
Upon arrival in Rishikesh, check into your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 03 - Rishikesh - Karnaprayag- Joshimath
Morning after breakfast, drive to reach Joshimath which is the winter abode of Lord Badrinath. Enroute visit Karnaprayag. Karn Prayag is one of five sites where the confluence of rivers occurs. The five prayags are Vishnuprayag, Nandprayag, Karanprayag, Rudraprayag and Devprayag. Allahabad where the Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati join, is known as Prayag, and is one of the holy places of Hindu pilgrimage. Karanprayag is believed by many to be the place where Karna of the Mahabharata, was to have worshipped the Sun God. It is the ancient temple, devoted to Uma and Karna.
Evening arrive at Joshimath and check into the hotel. The famous temple of Lord Narasimha is about 1200 years old and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The Presiding deity of the temple, Lord Narasimha, half-man and half-lion, is believed to be the fourth avatar of Lord Vishnu.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 04 - Joshimath - Govind Ghat - Ghangaria
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 05 - Ghangaria
Trek to Valley of Flower (3 km) spend the whole day.
Valley of Flowers: It 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.

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.
In the evening return back to Ghangaria for an overnight rest.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 06 - Ghangaria - Govind Ghat - Badrinath
On the day 6 of your tour drive towards Govindghat (14kms), the place from where the slope to the Valley of Flowers begins. Cross the bridge over Alaknanda and trek towards Pulna village . Arrive Badrinath. Relax and take some refreshments and then Visit Badrinath temple.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 07 - Badrinath - Auli
This morning after a leasiurely breakfast depart to Auli (its a Beautiful place known for its ski slopes and some famous peak can be seen from this place). Check into your hotel upon arrival. Day excursion to Tapovana a hot spring.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 8 - Auli
Full day at leisure to enjoy the Alpine Bugyals (Meadows) of Auli. Day excursion to Gorson, which offers a picturesque view of the Himalayan range. Cradled in snow white Garhwal Himalayas, Auli is amongst the most well known skiing resorts of India. Auli offers breathtaking 180 degree views of surrounding higher Himalayan peaks like Nanda Devi (7, 817 m), Kamet (7, 756 m), Mana Parvat (7, 273 m) and Dunagiri (7, 066 m).
Situated between altitude range of 2, 500 - 3, 050 meters above the sea level.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 09 - Auli - Chopta
After breakfast departure from Auli to Chopta (this place is known for its scenic beauty) stay in campsite
Overnight: Camp

Day 10 - Chopta
Excursion to Tung Nath temple, it is the highest Lord Shiva shrine in this region. Located in North Sikkim district, Chopta Valley is a wonderful place to experience. One can easily reach Chopta Valley from Mangan via Thangu. From Thangu, it is just a 45 minutes drive to Chopta Valley.
Overnight: Camp

Day 11 - Chopta - Rudraprayag
After breakfast drive to Rudraprayag. Check into your hotel. 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. Rudraprayag is known as the last stoppage point before pilgrimage treks to Kedarnath and Badrinath. Rudraprayag is dotted with temples which are significant from archeological as well as religious points of view.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 12 - Rudrapryag - Uttarkashi
Early morning after breakfast leave Rudraprayag for Uttarkashi. Evening visit to the Vishwanath temple. Uttarkashi that lies at a distance of 120 kms and it takes 4-5 hrs to reach there. On the way, you will visit the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Attend the evening arti at the temple. Enjoy
Overnight: Hotel

Day 13 - Uttarkashi- Gangotri
After breakfast drive to Gangotri. This lovely drive would take 4 to 5 hrs, but the picturesque vistas will never let you bored. On reaching Gangotri, check into your hotel. Relax for a while and then take a holy dip in the river and perform the rituals at the temple. Explore the valley and visit Gangotri shrine.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 14 - Gangotri - Bhojbassa
Morning after breakfast visit the famous Gangotri temple. Later we trek to Bhojbasa. The entire trek today is along the roaring bhagirathi river. Arrive Bhojbasa and camp. Afternoon free to explore the area and to enjoy excellent sunset on Bhagirathi group of peaks
Overnight: Hotel

Day 15 - Bhojbassa - Gaumukh
After breakfast trek to Gaumukh, Morning enjoy the panoramic view of Bhagirathi group of peaks.The source of the Ganges.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 16 - Gaumukh
Explore this beautiful landscape, Gaumukh glacier and peaks like Shivling and Bhagirathi.
Overnight: Hotel

Day 17 - Gaumukh - Gangotri - Dharali
Trek down to Gangotri and then drive to Dharali stay at beautiful campsite surrounded by Apple and Almond orchids on the bank of the river Ganga.
Overnight: Camp

Day 18 - Dharali
Day free for exploration of beautiful valley and some old villages.
Dharali is after harsil the most lovely river side stay you can imagine in Uttaranchal Gangotri area.The Mukhba village atop across the ganga is the place where the priests of gangotri stay and has a ancient ganga mandir here.Opposite to it is the easy trek to saat Taal ,Shrikhant peak through dense devdars and apple orchards,with small ponds you encounter at each flat level till you reach the peak..most go till first two only!
Overnight: Hotel

Day 19 - Dharali - Rishikesh
This morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh. Check into your hotel upon arrival and the visit Rishikesh.

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.

Rest for a while and then, visit Rishikesh which included visit to Laxman Jhula, am Jhula, Bharat Mandir etc.

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