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Itinerary

Valley of Flowers Trek

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights   |   Best Time: July – September   |   Difficulty: Moderate

Starting Point: Rishikesh/Haridwar

Day 1: Rishikesh/Haridwar to Joshimath (2,050m) | 260 km Drive (10-11 hours)

  • Start early from Haridwar/Rishikesh, passing through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Ganga, Alaknanda, and Mandakini rivers.
  • Arrive in Joshimath by evening, check-in at a guesthouse, and acclimatize.
  • 📍 Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Joshimath

Day 2: Joshimath → Govindghat → Ghangaria (9 km Trek)

  • Drive to Govindghat (1 hour), then begin a 9 km trek following the Pushpawati River.
  • Pass through dense forests, waterfalls, and picturesque villages.
  • Reach Ghangaria, the base for Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib.
  • 📍 Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Ghangaria

Day 3: Ghangaria → Valley of Flowers → Return (10 km Trek)

  • Early morning trek to Valley of Flowers National Park.
  • Explore vibrant meadows with flowers like blue poppies, orchids, and marigolds.
  • Spot rare wildlife like the Himalayan Monal and Musk Deer.
  • Return to Ghangaria.
  • 📍 Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Ghangaria

Day 4: Ghangaria → Hemkund Sahib → Return (12 km Trek)

  • Early morning trek to Hemkund Sahib (4,329m), a sacred Sikh pilgrimage.
  • Visit the Gurudwara and the beautiful glacial lake.
  • See rare Brahma Kamal flowers and enjoy spiritual serenity.
  • Descend back to Ghangaria.
  • 📍 Overnight Stay: Guesthouse in Ghangaria

Day 5: Ghangaria → Govindghat → Joshimath

  • Morning trek back to Govindghat (9 km).
  • Drive to Joshimath and explore Narsingh Temple / Auli (optional).
  • 📍 Overnight Stay: Hotel in Joshimath

Day 6: Joshimath → Rishikesh/Haridwar

  • Depart early morning for Haridwar/Rishikesh.
  • Enjoy scenic landscapes along the route.
  • Reach by evening, concluding the trek.

🌟 Trek Highlights 🌟

  • ✅ UNESCO World Heritage Site - A breathtaking natural paradise
  • ✅ Rare Himalayan Flora & Fauna - Blue Poppies, Brahma Kamal, Snow Leopards
  • ✅ Pilgrimage to Hemkund Sahib - Sacred Gurudwara at 4,329m
  • ✅ Scenic Landscapes - Snow-capped peaks, waterfalls, lush valleys
  • ✅ Cultural Experience - Interact with locals, witness Uttarakhand’s beauty