 Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Destinations Covered: Delhi - Uttarkashi - Mala - Belak - Jhala - Budakedar - Ghuttu - Panwali - Kantha - Kankhaliakhal - Trijunginarayan - Guptakashi - Kedarnath- Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi
Detailed Itinerary: -
Day 01: Delhi
Greeting from Swati Tour and Travels, New Delhi !!!
On arrival at Airport our company representative will meet, greet and assist you and transfer to you pre – booked hotel for check – in. relax for some time and after having your lunch we will go for Half day city tour.
Visit:- Drive pass to parliament house, India gate, Red fort, Chandni chownk, Jama Masjid.
Over night stay at hotel
02 : Delhi- Rishikesh (approx 5 - 6 hrs drive)
Morning breakfast check – out, from the hotel and drive for Rishkesh. Rishikesh is the home for those who want to delve deeper into meditation and attainment of salvation. The tranquil beauty of Rishikesh lets you forget all the stress and tensions of life. It rejuvenates the body and soul of its visitor, even if you are not a pilgrim or mediator. Basically Rishikesh is known for Ayurveda, meditation and spiritualism but in recent days it has emerged as a great place for adventurous activities.
Enroute visit - Lakshman Jhoola, after lunch we would visit some of the famous places Enroute like Bharat Mata Mandir , Ram Jhoola and Muni ki Reti. These places are at shorter distances to each other. We keep on driving towards Shivpuri, an adventurous place very near to Rishikesh. As soon we reach there we start pitching our tent there and cook dinner. After so much of hard work we would have delicious dinner under open sky. You would find it a unique experience which itched deep in your memories for life long.
Overnight stay in tent
Day 03 : Rishikesh
Today morning after breakfast pack your bags and essentials to be used in our several adventure sports. Though all the tools and equipments used in trekking, water rafting and other adventure sports would be provided by our instructor, we would like to recommend packing some personal stuffs for your self as per your personal need. We would start walking towards the river.
On River Ganga enjoy rafting, boating and surfing. We would divide you in different groups and lets you enjoy the race. Well a healthy competition would add more fun in our adventure. A good team work is also needed in every sport. So take initiative and enjoy at fullest. The day is free for all the adventure activities in Shivpuri. In the afternoon we would come back to our tents.
Dinner and overnight stay at tents.
Our fun trip never be completed without trekking on hill in Rishikesh. When we had enough of rest and get refreshed, we would start for trekking on the peaks. A slow start would take us far. We would reach the peack setting small time goals and scale the height. There is so much to do in Rishikesh. In the evening came back to the camp.
Camp fire and Overnight stay at deluxe tent.
Day 04 : Rishikesh - Uttarkashi (approx 5 hrs drive)
After breakfast kept your bags and move to Uttrakashi. After having your lunch you will be free for rest of the day.
Overnight stay at guest house.
Day 05 : Uttarkashi
Today morning after breakfast see the exquisite beauty of Himalaya ranges surrounded with lush greenery. Know we will start trekking on high hills in Uttarkashi. First we would visit the temple of Lord Vishwanath dedicated to Lord Shiva.
En route visit - Ekadash Rudra, Bhairav and Gyaneshwar temples.
We would start trek till the top of the hill where temple of Goddesses Kuteki Devi is situated Offer your prayers to the Goddesses at the time of evening trek down to reach our resort.
Dinner and overnight stay at hotel
Day 06 : Uttarkashi - Mala - Belak (7 hrs trekking)
In the morning after breakfast, we would start our excursion for Mala which is 22 kms from Uttarkashi. Trekking is the main activity here. See the panoramic beauty of nature , birds flying in the blue sky , blooming pink flowers in the valley, and white snowy mountains , these all look like a painting created by nature.
Later on we would trek towards Belak it is 15 kms of trekking and takes you higher on the mountain and lets you see the nature unfolding its feathers. At a suitable place which is near a water resource, we would pitch our tent. While we arrange the tent ropes you can help us by picking dry woods for cooking. You would encounter with the variety of wild floral species. Come back soon and sip the freshly prepared coffee on the wood fire. After spending some time in nature walk.
Camp fire and Overnight stay at tent
Day 07 : Belak - Jhala - Budakedar (6 hrs trekking)
Today morning come out of your tent to have a breathtaking view of rising sun on mountains. The fresh air of mountain fills you with energy and enthusiasm. Get ready and take breakfast which includes some cooked food like Daliya , soups , egg , toast and packed snacks. We would start our trekking for Jhala which takes 8 Km of climbing. The whole time taken by the group may be 5 hrs. By then we would reach on the specified target in Jhala. Enjoy the beautiful views and photographic moments in Jhala.
A Quick nap in the lap of nature is a good remedy for rest. Lie down on the grass and let your muscells loosen up in the shiny afternoon. Well, it could be an appropriate moment of clicking some of nice photographs of your group members in their sleepy poses. A memory to cherish lifelong. Wake up after an hour and restart trekking after a cup of coffee. We would reach Budakedar scalling a height of 09 Kms taking 6 hrs. It is evening so we would stop and pitch our tents here now.
Enjoy your dinner at camp
Overnight stay at camp
Day 08 : Budakedar - Ghuttu - Panwalikantha (9 hrs approx)
Today early morning get up enjoy the delicious breakfast. In Budakedar we would visit famous temple of Lord Shiva. Spend some time in sight seeing and start our trekking downwards Ghuttu and Panwalikantha. We would stop for lunch in Ghuttu. There we would visit the local shops. The villagers here are very kind hearted and open. You can meet them and know a lot about the place from them. It is nice that you get along with people and enjoy their hospitality. There are places to visit and admire the natural beauty.
Later we would reach Panwalikantha after 15 kms of trekking route. The rigorous physical activity would have exhausted you. We would spend night in camp here.
Enjoy your dinner at camp
Overnight stay at camp
Day 09 : Panwalikantha - Kankhaliakhal - Trijuginarayan (11 km trek, 6 - 7 hrs)
A cool morning in Panwalikantha fill your day with activities and enjoyment. Take your Breakfast which includes Corn flakes, fruits and juices. Visit some of the famous places and natural surroundings of Panwalikantha and start our expedition towards Trijuginarayan. En route we would stop at Kankhaliakhal , small place lie on the route towards Trijuginarayan. We would take lunch in Kankhliakhal and click photographs of locals. You would get some rare photographs which reflect life on the mountains in India.
The trekking would start again after getting enough rest post lunch. In Trijuginarayan we would visit temples and holy shrines. Participate in the evening Aarti and prayers in the temple. Meet the local people and enjoy their gathering on Chowpal where old people sit together in the evening and share their thoughts and enjoy together. This is the favorite past time in Indian villages. In Trijuginarayan , we would spend our night in Government guest house already arranged by us. There would be no problem here as your attendant would take care of your every need.
Dinner and overnight stay at Bungalow.
Day 10 : Trijuginarayan - Guptakashi (10 km trek, 4 -5 hrs)
In the morning get up early. Your attendant would serve you breakfast right at time. Pack your bags and get ready. Today we would come down to less than 2000 mts for more moderate climate and relax a bit in nice surroundings. We would reach at Guptkashi after 5 hrs of trekking and then transfer to Camp resort in Guptakashi. Camp. After lunch , explore the city. We would visit the holy places and famous Guptakashi temple in the city. The place considered sacred and religiously important for Hindus.
Post lunch we would take a nature walk in the surrounding areas of Guptakashi. There are so many places to discover. Sit at a local tea stall and sip the famous Indian masala tea , it gives you relief from the cold breez. Return back to the camp. Have dinner and sound sleep in the camp.
Day 11 : Guptakashi - Kedarnath - Guptakashi (5km trek, 41 km drive)
In the morning after breakfast we would start our expedition to the most sacred place in Hindu Religion in India , Kedarnath. The holy shrine of Lord Shiva. It is a 5 kms of trek from Guptakashi. The place has enormous value for Hindus and a famous scenic spot. We would visit the temple of Kedarnath , the most worshiped place in the country. It is a magnificent temple and good architecture. Take a round of the temple called holy Parikrama. You would see a huge statue of Nandi bull (sacred bull of Lord Shiva) on the temple gate. You can have photographs if the temple authority allows or you may take photographs of out side areas of the temple.
Post lunch, stroll in the near by areas of the town. The villages have many other temples, which you can visit in the afternoon. Listen to the stories related to these temples from villagers. The day is free for the leisure walk. Return back to Guptakashi in the evening and have dinner in the camp. Overnight stay in the camp.
Day 12 : Guptakashi - Rishikesh (approx 9 hrs drive)
Get up early and see the scenic beauty of mountains and its fresh greenery. Have breakfast and pack your bags and baggage. Today we would return on plains and way back to Rishikesh from where we had started our trekking adventure. Its a long route from Guptkashi. We would drive approx 171 Kms on a motorable road. This pilgrim trail takes you on a nice cobbled path. We would take lunch in between the route. Our journey would be full of adventure and beautiful sights en route. In the evening we would reach Rishikesh and stay in a resort. Dinner would be served in the night. Overnight in the resort.
Day 13 : Rishikesh - Haridwar - Delhi (250 km, 6 - 7 hrs)
Get up early in the morning. Your bed tea is served in your room. Get fresh and be ready. Have your breakfast in the dining area of the resort. Our car is ready and your luggage is loaded in it. We would transfer to Haridwar. The holy pilgrimage place in India. The city is visited by hundreds of people every day. The route is long but full of excitements and sightseeing opportunity. En route we would stop near a natural water fall and let you catch the beautiful sight in your camera. Further we would be passing through plains and city markets. There we can take a halt for lunch at an authentic local city restaurant. After lunch stretch your stressed muscells by strolling in this small time market called local Bazar . See the life in small towns of India. In the evening we would reach Haridwar. Our hotel is booked according to your choice and requirements. Dinner in the hotel. Rest tonight in the cozy bed of your room.
Day 14 : Haridwar - Delhi ( 210 kms, 4 hrs drive )
After morning tea get ready and have breakfast. Pack your bags and keep in the car. Today we would drive towards Delhi , but after having half day tour of Haridwar. So first we would drive towards Har ki Pairi, where holy river Ganga flows. See the lively ghats of Har Ki pairi and visit the famous temple there dedicated to river Ganga. Later on we would visit Mansa Devi temple situated on a hill where we would reach through rope way. After visiting Devi Temple we would come down and start our expedition for the capital New Delhi. It is a 4 hrs of Drive from Haridwar. We would have lunch enroute in a street dhaba and restaurants. Taste the Indian flavor and enjoy the journey. In the evening we would reach New Delhi. After a long drive , you must have exhausted. So we have already booked your room in the same hotel where we have stayed in the beginning of tour tour. Dinner would be served in your room.
Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 15 : Departure from Delhi
Get up in the morning and have your breakfast. Today we conclude our adventurous trip. Your luggage is kept in the car. After check our formality we would transfer to the airport where your flight is scheduled for your home town.
Special Features :
Trekking in Uttarkashi , Mala and Belak. |
Water sports in Rishikesh . |
Hammock tents and camps in Rishikesh and other places on hills. |
Nature walk and mountaineering in Guptkashi. |
Story telling with villagers. |
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