Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Haridwar/Rishikesh (45 Minutes)
Today on arrival at Haridwar, pick up from railway station and transfer to Rishikesh - well known for its picturesque exquisiteness and the incredible spiritual experience. Surrounded by the Shivalik Range of the Himalayas, it is fabled that when Raibhya Rishi performed penance hard on the banks of the holy Ganga River, God Vishnu appeared by the name of "Hrishikesh" and presently famously known as Holy city "Rishikesh". On arrival check in at hotel. In the evening we will visit the Ganga river bank to attend spectacular Ganga Aarti with sounds and chanting. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Rishikesh/Joshimath (245 kms/8-10 hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Joshimath, enroute pass through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnprayag and Nandprayag the famous convergence of the Garhwal Himalayas. On arrival at Joshimath check in to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Joshimath/Auli/Gorson Bugyal
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive toward Auli - one of the finest ski resorts in the country and also famous for its ropeway connection from the Joshimath. Here meet our trekking crew and trek to Gorson Bugyal - a spectacular high altitude grassland and also known for its picturesque views and unending rolling meadows and blossoming wild flowers (3 kilometers) it is a very easy and relaxing trek with altitudes varying from (2591 metres to 3049 meters) and while on the way of the trail you can see loads of fabulous Himalayan peaks. Overnight at tents.
Day 04: Gorson/Tali (9 kms /5 to 6 hours)
After early breakfast start the trek, in order to see and capture the fabulous view at the pass. The trail from Dhakwani moves ahead and continues to ascend through the forest till the time we cross away the tree line. From this point, the trail pass through to the left of the valley that is just below the pass and continues further on with a series of ascends and descends leading towards the pass. While on the way you can take some time out for relaxing in the midst of stunning surrounds. The trail from the pass climbs further till you reach at the top. From this point you can see incredible views of the Dronagiri peak. Afterwards, the trail descends downwards to a point with a divergence to Tali and Tapovan. Continue the trail to Tali, you will reach a crest with a temple with prayer flags. From this point the magnificent Nanda Devi peak comes into view. The trail further goes past pastures and then enters a forest leading toward the campsite situated at Tali. Overnight at tents.
Day 05: Tali/Kuaripass/Khulara base
After breakfast begin trek from Tali to Kuaripass base. Today we will be trekking along the ridge; the trail gradually ascends towards the ridge above Tali. Just underneath the pass, the trail passes through an extensive meadow offering fabulous views of the Himalayan Range. In the North of Joshimath is the Chaukhamba range, Narayan Parbat (5965 metres) and Neelkanth (6596m) and while the Abi Gamin (7355 metres), Kamet (7756 metres) and Mana peak (7272metres) extend towards the Tibetan border. In the middle of the foreground, the main Himalayas in the surrounding area of the Bhiyundar valley and Hem Kund include Doonagiri (7066 metres), Rataban (6166 metres), Hathi Parbat (6727 metres), Ghori Parbat (6708 metres), and Nilgiri Parbat (6474 metres) dominates the peaks to the North side of the Nanda Devi Sanctuary. The Kuaripass (3840 metres) is by not a very demanding trek; here we will have lunch and then go downward for about an hour to the reach at base camp located at Khulara. Overnight at tents.
Day 06: Khulara/Kuaripass/Khulara
The Kuaripass trek is also mostly referred as "Curzon trail". The trek in this segment of the region is moderately challenging, but it is worth as while on the trail you get spectacular views of the towering snow covered mountains which is a treat for the eyes. Overnight at tents.
Day 07: Khulara/Tapovan/Joshimath
After breakfast start trek, the last day of the trek is a relaxing and leisurely walk. We will trek all the way down towards Tapovan. Afterwards from here it is just about (1 hours) drive to Joshimath. After reaching at Joshimath you can relax and unwind in the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 08: Joshimath/Rishikesh (245 kms/8-10 hrs)
After breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Rishikesh. We will be having Lunch on the way. On arrival check in at hotel, rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 09: Rishikesh/Haridwar (45 Minutes) Departure
In the morning transfer to Haridwar railway station to board the train for onward destination.
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Note : Kindly note distance & driving hours mentioned in the itinerary are approximate, it will be more or less depend on road condition & traffic on any particular day.
