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Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: Haridwar to Joshimath
You will begin your journey with us from Haridwar. Starting the drive from Haridwar from the appointed pickup point (Haridwar railway station), we will take the fabled Badrinath Road. We will be crossing Rishikesh and conveniently arrange pickup from there too. Alternatively, you can arrange your stay at these awesome places on your way back after the trek as well.
The nine hour drive to Joshimath will surely be long and arduous, but you are never going to run out of mesmerizing views. The great river running with us on parallel will get wilder and more fascinating as we trudge uphill. We will be passing by the panchprayag or the five holy confluences of Ganga—Devaprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, and Vishnuprayag. So, keep your cameras on the ready and remain awake for most of the journey!
Day 02: Joshimath - Ghangaria Trek
From Joshimath to Govindghat the distance is 22km. We will start off on the drive in the morning after breakfast and reach Govindghat by 8 am and then 4 km drive to pulna which is trek starting point, the first stretch of the trek commences from here. It’s a 9 km uphill route of mixed ascents. Before crossing Govindghat, you can shop for essentials for the hike at the village bazaar and visit the subsidiary branch of the Hemkund Sahib Gurduwara situated here. The trek will be on a clearly defined stone-paved path, conveniently built with stairs. Many snack shops selling beverage, hot noodles, omelets with bread, paratha, and the like can be found on this trail. So, you will never go hungry. You will reach Gangharia before nightfall, attaining an altitude of 10, 000 feet. The stay will be at a guest-house.
Day 03: Ghangaria - Valley of Flower - Ghangaria.
The journey to Valley of Flowers covers a distance of 8-10 km to be covered within 6 hour. The path is of mixed incline level Walk on the grassy Valley. You will be crossing many picturesque streams, wooden bridges, and flower laden rough trails. Today, you will be given a packed lunch and no food stores could be found on the way. Today’s journey will conclude with your coming back to Ghangaria before nightfall.
Day 04: Ghangaria - Hemkund - Ghangaria
Early in the morning start trekking (5.5 Km) to reach "HEMKUND SAHIB". One of the most revered of all Sikh Shrines, The Hemkund Sahib, the World’s Highest Gurudwara, is situated at an altitude of 4,329 mts. In the afternoon trek down to reach Ghangariya for overnight stay. Evening is free for rest & relaxation. Overnight stay
Day 5 : Ghangaria to Govindghat and drive to Joshimath
After your breakfast in the morning we descend to Govindghat and then drive to Joshimath. From this place Badrinath is 25 km away and take 1 hrs to reach. You can visit Badrinath only if road and weather condition permits us.
Note : Govindghat to Badrinath is landslide prone area in monsoon time so if our leaders find that your safety is in risk due to weather condition/ landslide or road blockage we shall skip Badrinath altogether and drive to Joshimath directly.
On arrival, check into hotel. Overnight: Hotel
Day 06: Joshimath to Haridwar
Ride will commence at 6 am and you will reach Haridwar around 6 - 7 pm. Your Breakfast and Lunch will be on the way at a roadside inn, exclusive of charges, after having your morning tea/coffee you can leave for your next destination. We advise you to book further travel after 8 pm.
Valley of Flowers Trek 2019
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