Devprayag

Enroute to Joshimath we shall pass Devprayag (Deva prayāga) which is located in Tehri Garhwal District in the state of Uttarakhand, India, and is the final one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River where Alaknanda meets the Bhagirathi river and both rivers thereafter flow on as the Ganges river or Ganga. Traditionally, it is considered to be the place where sage Dev Sharma led his ascetic life, giving birth to its present name, Devprayag. It is one of the five sacred confluences in the hills and is an important place of pilgrimage for devout Hindus.

Rudraprayag

Rudraprayag, located in Uttarakhand, is one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River, the point of confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Mandakini. Kedarnath, a Hindu holy town is located 86 km from Rudraprayag. The man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag hunted and written about by Jim Corbett dwelled here.

Karnaprayag

Karnaprayag is located in the Chamoli District in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. Karnaprayag is one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of Alaknanda River, situated at the confluence of the Alaknanda and Pindar River. Karnaprayag is believed by many to be the place where Karna of the Mahabharata, was to have worshipped the Sun God & the place where Lord Krishna did the cremation of Karna.

Arise early for a session of morning yoga amidst a meadow of clouds. Limber up and prepare your body for a day full of Activity and Adventure. Feel the tension in your body and soul ebb away. Then, post a scrumptious breakfast of local delicacies Transfer by off-road vehicle to Pulna Village (2134 m). At Pulna alight your rides and commence the trek to Gangria (2500 m). The trek is a well laid out track with moderate ascent. The climb is mostly a gradual walk with short sections of steep ascents interspersed in between. The exotic trek takes you through scenic views of dense forests, valleys, waterfalls and mountains. As one nears Ghangaria, one is greeted by fields of perfumed wild flowers, wild rose bushes and wild strawberries by the sides of the path. The forests are rich in flora and fauna. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel/guest house in Ghangaria.

Valley of Flowers National Park

Post breakfast, commence your trek to the Valley of Flowers (04 KM, one way to the mouth of the valley). The Valley of Flowers is nestled in the Pushpawati river valley which is in the upper expanses of Bhyundar Ganga river near Joshimath in Garhwal region. The Valley of Flowers is one of two hanging valleys lying at the head of the Bhyundar valley, the other being Hemkund valley which runs parallel to Valley of Flowers some 10 km south. Valley of Flowers runs east-west approximately 15 km in length with average width of 6 km. A small tributary of Pushpawati river originates from Tipra glacier from Gauri Parbat in the east and flows through the Valley of Flowers. Savour your packed lunch while enjoying the mesmerising scenery. By late afternoon, we trek back to Ghangaria. On arrival at the resthouse, be welcomed with a cup of piping hot sweet tea and Snacks to rejuvenate yourself and settle down into your rooms. Relax and wash up to prepare for an early dinner.

After visiting the Valley of Flowers travellers return to Ghangria to spend the night.

Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib

Post a scrumptious breakfast on day 4, Trek to Hemkund Sahib (4650 m), highest gurudwara in the world, Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara Shri Hemkund Sahib Ji, is a Sikh place of worship and pilgrimage site. It is devoted to Guru Gobind Singh (1666–1708), the tenth Sikh Guru, and finds mention in Dasam Granth. With its setting of a glacial lake surrounded by seven mountain peaks, each adorned by a Nishan Sahib on its cliff, the altitude of the lake at Hemkund is approximately 13,650 feet. Spot the rare Blue Poppy (Queen of Himalayas) and the magnificent Bharmkamal (The state flower of Uttarakhand) on this ascent. The trek is a bit steep, and the gurdwara provides magnificent views of the Nilkanth Peak. By evening, trek back to Ghangaria. Packed lunch will be served on the way back. Evening refreshments - Tea & Snacks followed by Dinner at the Hotel/Guest house.

Post visit to Hemkund Sahib the travellers return to Ghangria to spend the night at the rest house.

Joshimath

Trek 10 KM downhill from Ghangaria to Govindghat then a 25 KM car ride to Joshimath, of about 1-1.5 hours. This will take about 5-6 hours. Those wanting to visit Badrinath can peel off from Govind ghat and visit Badrinath under own arrangements. (We can facilitate transportation to and back to our guest house in Joshimath.

Auli

Today you can relax and enjoy your morning cuppa amidst the breathtaking scenery at our resort in Joshimath. If keen you can stretch your limbs with a session of yoga. Post breakfast we shall drive to Auli & take the ski lift till pillar no 10 to enjoy the view.

Gorson Bugyal

After reaching pillar no 10 we shall trek a short distance of about 2.5 km to Gorsen Bugyal(also known as Auli Bugyal). A scenic 360 Degree view awaits you on reaching the zero point. After Chai and Pakoras at pillar no 10 canteen we shall trek back to the ski lift and drive back to the Resort. In the evening, enjoy the warmth of a bonfire, shake a leg to the local folk music and relish a lavish spread of local garhwali delicacies to wind up your adventure.

Haridwar

Transfer back to Joshimath to Haridwar Railway Station a distance of 273 km, about 8-9 hours. Lunch enroute. Your tour will come to an end here, with memories to be cherished for a lifetime!