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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the majestic mountains of Uttarakhand with this scenic 6-day itinerary. Starting from Haridwar or Rishikesh, your journey begins with a 10-hour drive to Joshimath. Along the way, you’ll witness the holy confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda Rivers, forming the sacred River Ganges. The winding roads carved into the mountainside offer awe-inspiring views of the deep river gorge. Joshimath, a significant midpoint for religious pilgrimages, provides a serene halt for the night.
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Joshimath is a significant midpoint for various religious pilgrimage destinations.
Check into your hotel, have dinner and rest for the night.
After a hearty breakfast and enjoying the scenic mountain views, drive to the nearby town of Poolna. From Poolna, begin your trek to Ghangaria. The well-defined trail takes you through lush green forests and along the beautiful Lakshman Ganga River. Along the way, you’ll come across volunteers who diligently maintain the trail, making it clutter-free for trekkers.
As you ascend gradually, you’ll cover a distance of 9 km and reach Ghangaria, a charming village surrounded by mountains.
Check into your hotel, explore the surroundings, and enjoy a delicious dinner of local cuisines before calling it a day.
After breakfast, embark on an exciting day as you trek to the enchanting Valley of Flowers.
At an altitude of 3,505m, this paradise showcases a riot of vibrant colors with its diverse and colorful array of flowers.
Take your time to soak in the beauty of this natural wonder that will undoubtedly leave you spellbound.
Continue your ascent to explore further into the valley and witness thousands of flowers in full bloom. However, make sure to start your return trek to Ghangaria in a timely manner to reach before dusk.
Have dinner and spend the night in Ghangaria.
Get an early start to your day and enjoy a hot cup of chai as you listen to the melodious bhajans chanted by the devotees.
The trek to Hemkund Sahib is a bit challenging, with steep ascents, and using a trekking stick can be helpful.
Take frequent breaks to acclimate to the reduced oxygen levels at higher altitudes.
Hemkund Sahib is a revered religious site where Guru Gobind Singh is said to have meditated in his previous life. The place is surrounded by seven snow-capped mountains and a crystal-clear Hemkund lake, providing a tranquil and serene setting.
After spending time at the religious site, begin the steep descent back to Ghangaria, keeping an eye on the weather, which can be unpredictable with sudden cloud cover and rain.
Enjoy dinner and stay overnight in Ghangaria.
Enjoy breakfast in the morning before starting your easy descent of 9 km back to Poolna on the same trail you trekked on earlier.
From Poolna, a cab will take you back to Joshimath, which is 26 km away.
If you wish, you can take a tour of the beautiful Auli in the evening.
Return to the hotel in Joshimath for an overnight stay.
Note: If fellow travelers decide to embark on an excursion to Badrinath, arrangements can be made for a cab at an additional cost. Otherwise, you can spend the day at your leisure.
On the last day of your trip, check-out from Hotel.Your Valley of Flowers trekking package concludes here, leaving you with a bag full of unforgettable memories of this mesmerizing journey.