Day - 01

Train to Haridwar and Drive to Rishikesh (25 Km. ? Hrs.)

In the early morning, you will be transferred to the Railway Station for your train to Rishikesh. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your Hotel.

Rishikesh is located some 24 km north of Haridwar, on the right bank of the Ganges, surrounded on three sides by the Himalayan ranges. Legend has it that God revealed himself to Raibhaya Rishi as 'Hrishikesh', after a long penance, and this sacred spot was henceforth known as such. This is essentially a pilgrim town, and the bulk of the pilgrims are simple villagers whose intense devotion gives both Haridwar and Rishikesh a special atmosphere. At sundown each evening there is a service at the side of the river, at the bathing ghat in the middle of the town, at which tiny candle rafts are lit and let out into the choppy water to float away into the dusk. This is highly recommended as there is a very special ambience at this time.

The northern part of the town is called Muni-ki-Reti and refers to the silver shores of the river where the Rishis of old meditated. Across the Ganga, are more temples, Ashrams and museum. These large, sprawling but well-maintained ashrams teach yoga and publish books on the scriptures. Rishikesh is also the starting point of several treks and pilgrimages to the holy shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath. In the afternoon, you might like to visit Shivananda Nagar, just north of Rishikesh; the multi-storied and multi-coloured temples of Lakshamanjula, straddling the river a little further north; and the assorted ashrams around Swarg Ashram on the east bank. Overnight in Hotel.

Day - 02

Drive From Rishikesh to Chopta - 195 Km. 05 hours

Chopta via Devprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi, from Devprayag the Holy River Ganges started), Rudraprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda & Mandakini River). Arrival at Chopta in the evening and you will be brief about the camping, tent allocation. It is an ideal example of environmental conservation, where all construction is banned for the cause. Apart from humans it is also inhabited by rare Himalayan species like the Snow Leopard, Musk deer, snow fox, Monal etc. Some five hours drive from Rishikesh is Rudraprayag, where the famous hunter-naturalist Jim Corbett, one of India's first conservationists, shot 125 man-eating leopards. Continue for a further two hours to Chopta. Overnight camping.

Day - 03

Retrun Trek to Tungnath Temple & Chandra Shila

After breakfast proceed for 8 km return trek to Tungnath Temple situated at the altitude of 3680 mt from the sea level. The trek is strenous, but the natural beauty of your surroundings will definitely compensate for your strained hamstrings. The trek from Chopta at 12,000 ft to Tungnath at 13,072 ft is a distance of just 4 km but with a gradient of 40 to 60 degrees, in the short distance one ascends several hundred feet. The path is well constructed, probably many, many years old with shale rock planted sideways to give good footing. This temple is dedicated to Shiva, and according to Hinduism this is a part of "Panch Kedars" (five Kedars). Besides the excellent mountain views of entire range of snow clapped Himalayas (Kedarnath, Badrinath and Mt.Trishul ranges extremely panoramic views of Panchchuli, Nandadevi, Dunagiri, Nilkanth, Chaukhamba, and Bandarpoonch are available which soar so high, they seem to touch the sky. All these high peaks are over 6800 mt high with Nandadevi 7818 mt. The first few km we trek through the forest and later suddenly the forest seems to disappear and we find ourselves in the open high altitude meadows with late variety of Himalayan flowers. Everything seems to be so quiet and so romantic that you don't feel like going back to the camp. Trek one more Km to Chandrasila. Chandrasila summit is a rock face above the temple of Tungnath, the highest of all the temples in the Himalayas. It is a short but rigorous hike beyond the temple. The Chandrasila summit affords the most beautiful view of the Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kedar Peak and Chaukhamba peaks. Return back to base camp in Chopta.

Day - 04

Excursion to Deoriatal

Drive 20kms to sari village in 1Hr and then 6km return trek to Deoriatal. Deoriatal is a beautiful lake, with its pristine waters captivating the mighty beauty of Chaukamba and Neelkanth peaks. It is surrounded by forests and Greenland and is by far one of the most beautiful tourist attractions of Garhwal Himalayas. It takes 3 to 4 hours of moderate trekking to reach Deoriatal and the bank of the lake is perfect for a camp under the skies. Return to Chopta in the evening overnight in camp.

Day - 05 - 06

Drive to Joshimath and Auli by Cable Car.

After breakfast drive to Joshimath, a popular center of pilgrimage, lies close to the side of a deep valley, 107 km from Chopta above the rivers Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. The main attractions at Joshimath are the awesome peaks of the Himalayas, the dense forest that covers the slope, and the trails passing through quiet villages. Auli is 16km from Joshimath at the altitude 2915 m to 3049 m expandable to Gorson 3400 m. is an ideal winter resort, the most popular Ski Resort in the Garhwal hills and Uttaranchal, even in entire India. With an altitude of 2,500-3,050 meters above sea level, Auli can be exciting for professional and Beginners in Skiing. Auli provides you with the panoramic view of the mountain peak of Nanda Devi, Kamet and Dunagiri seemingly only a snowball throw away. Auli offers perfect skiing conditions. It is covered with a thick carpet of snow, about 3 meters deep, from January to March. The stretch of 3 kilometers with a drop in elevation of 500 meters serves as good skiing ground that meets international standards. Over night stay in Cliff Top Resort.

Day - 07

Excursion to Gurson Trek

After Breakfast we commence our full day excursion to Gurson meadow two hours, following a trail to the highest ski lift - with impressive views of Nanda Devi peak at the head of the Rishi Gorge - before entering a holy oak forest the trail crosses a series of beautiful meadows to a ridgeline that affords a birds eye views up the Rishi Ganga. We then follow a trail through pine and oak forest for two to three km to the meadow. From Gorson top we appreciate the impressive snow capped ridgeline including Chaukhamba 1 (7138 meters), Chaukhamba 2 (7068 meters), Chaukhamba 3 (6974 meters) and Chaukhamba 4 (6854 meters) on the far side of Joshimath. The shepherds living in the vicinity, mostly from Rishikesh or Haridwar, graze their flocks of sheep and goats throughout the summer months. Over night stay in Cliff Top Resort.

Day - 08

Drive Joshimath to Rishikesh - 245 KM - 09 Hours

After breakfast drive to Rishikesh. Drive along the Alakananda River through Pipalkoti, Karanprayag, Srinagar and Devprayag, where the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alakananda forms the Ganga. Upon arrival check in to Rafting camp for one night. Evening at leisure enjoy the dinner with born fire. Overnight Rafting Camp.

Day - 09

Morning River Rafting. Drive Rishikesh to Delhi (230 KM. 06 Hours)

In the early morning, enjoy a short rafting trip on the River Ganges. Drive to Delhi. En route, you will drive through Haridwar, situated at the base of the Siwalik Hills, where the River Ganga (Ganges) passes through its last gorge and begins a 2,000 km journey across the plains of India to the Bay of Bengal. Haridwar is one of the seven holy cities of Hinduism. Legend has it that Vishnu's footprint was found on the bank of the holy river, giving it its sanctity. Haridwar is a very old town and was mentioned by the Chinese traveller, Hiuen Tsang. The wealth of the town attracted the attention of Timur the Great, more commonly known as Timberline, who ransacked it in 1399.