Valley of Flowers Trek

Starts from Haridwar

Total Duration

10 days

Avg. Activity

6 hrs/day

Trekking

4 days

Max. Altitude

Hemkund Lake (4,329m)

Overview

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Valley of Flowers national park is situated deep in the Garhwal Himalayas at an altitude of around 3500 metres. After the monsoon rains it becomes a wonderful kaleidoscope of colour as wildflowers carpet the lush green meadows. Add the spectacular backdrop of jagged, snow-capped peaks, and the scene is quite simply breathtaking. This easy itinerary, including a gentle four-day trek, is ideal for exploring this superb location.

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Highlights →

Trek through the scenic Valley of Flowers - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit Hemkund Sahib, a magnificent Sikh shrine on the shores of beautiful Hemkund lake
Take in the views across mountain meadows carpeted with hundreds of wildflowers variety
Visit the temple towns of Rishikesh

Route Map

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DAY 01

Arrive Delhi

Arrive at Delhi by international flight. A KVT representative will meet you at the airport and assist you to the vehicle. Later transfer to hotel. Rest of the time free to relax at the hotel or independent activities. Optional half day Delhi sightseeing can be arranged at additional cost. (Meals; Nil)

Overnight in hotel
DAY 02

Depart Delhi, Arrive at Haridwar, Drive to Rishikesh

After breakfast departure to Delhi railway station for train to Haridwar. Meeting on arrival and drive to Rishikesh (45mins to 1hr drive) through the winding mountain roads. Check into camp upon arrival at Shivpuri. Rest of the day is free to relax or explore the town on your own. (Meals: Breakfast)

Overnight in hotel
DAY 03

Drive from Rishikesh to Govindghat

Early morning after breakfast we leave Rishikesh and drive towards Govindghat (Distance: 268km approx.) en-route we stop at Devprayag to witness the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi to form holy River Ganges. The drive is loaded with scenic views of mountains as we leave plains behind and enter to the Garhwal mountains region. We reach Govindghat by evening and check-in to the Camp or Guesthouse. Govindghat is the confluence of rivers Alaknanda and Laxman Ganga. (Driving Time: 9 – 10hrs/Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Overnight in guest-house
DAY 04

Trek to Ghangaria (3050m / Trek begins)

After breakfast we trek through the Bhyundar valley to Ghangaria - the base camp for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. The trail is gradual steep at some part along the river Laxman Ganga and in the evening we reach Ghangaria. Ghangaria is situated at the confluence of rivers Bhyundar Ganga and Pushpawati which forms river Laxman Ganga. Rest of the day is free to relax or explore the surrounding area. (Trekking Time: 6 – 7 hrs/Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Overnight in guest-house
DAY 05

Trek to Valley of Flowers and back

Today early morning we start trekking for Valley of Flowers (Distance: 4 kms one side trek). A beautiful meadow engulfed with the layers of myriad colors of flowers and surrounded by mountains. Different species of wild flowers can be found in the valley and as we enter the valley we will be engulfed with the amazing scent. We enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature by exploring the rare Himalayan flora. Later after spending some beautiful time we trek back to Ghangaria following the same trail. (Trekking Time: 4 – 5hrs/Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Overnight in guest-house
DAY 06

Trek to Hemkund Sahib and back

Early morning we trek to Hemkund Sahib – A revered Sikh Shrine on the banks of Hemkund Lake, a bluish green lake flanked by snow covered peaks at a height of 4329m. The 6 kms trek (one side trek) to Hemkund Sahib is a steep climb along with the Laxman Ganga River which originates from Hemkund Lake. After visiting Hemkund Sahib and spending some time at the Hemkund Lake, we return back to Ghangaria and reach there in the evening. (Trekking Time: 6 – 7hrs /Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Overnight in guest-house
DAY 07

Trek down to Govindghat (Trek ends)

In the morning after finishing breakfast we trek down to Govindghat (Trek ends). After reaching Govindghat rest of the day is free for us to explore the surrounding area. (Trekking Time: 5- 6hrs /Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Overnight in guest-house
DAY 08

Drive from Govindghat to Rishikesh

Early morning we leave Govindghat and drive towards Rishikesh. In the evening we arrive in Rishikesh and check-in to the hotel and relax. (Distance: 268km approx.) (Driving Time: 9 – 10hrs/Meals: Breakfast)

Overnight in hotel
DAY 09

Depart Haridwar, Arrive Delhi

After breakfast transfer to Haridwar railway station for train to Delhi. A KVT representative will meet you at the Delhi railway station and assist you to the vehicle. Later transfer to hotel. (Meals: Breakfast)

Overnight in hotel
DAY 10

Depart Delhi

After breakfast transfer to airport for international flight back to home country.(Meals: Breakfast)

Trip Ends

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