Valley of Flowers, Hemkund Sahib, Badrinath

Start your Himalayan adventure with an overnight ride from Delhi to Rishikesh, bonding with fellow travellers and road trip vibes.

• Depart from Delhi in the evening.
• Meet your travel group and settle in.
• Enjoy the overnight journey filled with conversations, music, and anticipation.

Cross through the Panch Prayag and reach the foothills of the Valley of Flowers.

• Optional: Travellers can join at Rishikesh.
• Your journey begins from the yoga capital Rishikesh to Govindghat, nestled in the Garhwal Himalayas.
• Witness the 5 sacred river confluences: Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, Nandaprayag, Vishnuprayag.
• Enjoy breakfast and lunch en route (meals not included) at roadside dhabas.
• Reach Govindghat by early evening and settle into your hotel/lodge/homestay, your base for the coming treks.
• Explore the small local market.
• Visit the Gurudwara Sahib at Govindghat, a place of calm and reverence.
• Overnight stay in Govindghat.

Embark on a scenic trek through the lush Bhyundar Valley to reach the high-altitude village of Ghangaria.

• Kick off the day with light stretching and breathing exercises. A quick, scenic 4 km drive brings you to Pulna, the actual start point of your trek.
• Begin your 10 km moderate trek along the lush and lively Bhyundar Valley.
• Stop at a beautiful spot in the Bhyundar Valley to enjoy your packed lunch amid Himalayan serenity.
• Reach the quaint high-altitude hamlet of Ghangaria, your base for exploring both the Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib.
• Check in to your homestay/guesthouse/Swiss camp, freshen up, and soak in the mountain air.
• Walk down to the Valley of Flowers Information Centre for a short, insightful session on the valley’s rare flora, fauna, and history as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Warm up with a cozy dinner and rest well for tomorrow’s magical journey into the valley of blooms.
• Dinner and overnight stay in Ghangaria.

Discover nature’s masterpiece as you walk through a valley bursting with Himalayan wildflowers.

• Trek 6 km to the Valley of Flowers (~11,811 ft).
• The trail gradually ascends, unveiling an explosion of color from brahmakamal and blue poppies to Himalayan bellflowers and orchids.
• Cross wooden bridges, gushing streams, and misty waterfalls that dot the valley like scattered pearls.
• Spend time exploring different sections of the valley. Don’t rush, this is a rare place where time should slow down.
• Enjoy a light packed meal inside the valley, soaking in the tranquility of the mountains and the subtle scent of wildflowers.
• Trek back to Ghangaria by late afternoon, reflecting on a day spent inside a living postcard.
• Freshen up and relax at your accommodation, your body will thank you!

Hike to the world’s highest Gurudwara nestled beside a glacial lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks.

• Today, you climb to 14,203 ft, to the revered Hemkund Sahib, the highest Gurudwara in the world.
• Walk alongside the Laxman Ganga, witnessing beautiful waterfalls and stone paths cut into the mountain.
• Arrive at Hemkund Sahib, nestled beside a glacial lake reflecting the surrounding seven snow-capped peaks. Pay your respects at this 10th Sikh Shrine.
• Also, visit the Laxman Temple, a quiet spot of mythological and historical significance.
• Warm up with the simple, soul-nourishing langar served by sevadaars at the Gurudwara
• Sit by the Hemkund Lake, watching it ripple beneath the mountains. Feel the peace
• Descend back to Ghangaria.
• Overnight stay in Ghangaria.

Descend from the hills, then take a spiritual detour to Badrinath before unwinding in Joshimath.

• Enjoy a hearty breakfast before you begin the journey downhill.
• Descend through familiar trails as you say goodbye to the majestic landscapes.
• Drive from Pulna to Govindghat (3 km)
• Uphill to Badrinath Temple, one of the most revered Char Dham.
• Visit the sacred temple nestled amidst snow-capped peaks and take a dip in Tapt Kund, the natural hot spring believed to cleanse the soul.
• Return to stay by late afternoon and check into your hotel.
• Visit the ancient Narsingh Temple, associated with Lord Vishnu’s incarnation.
• Overnight stay in Joshimath.

Say goodbye to the Himalayas and carry home memories, peace, and new friendships.

• En route, pass by charming villages and perhaps stop for a quick chai with a view.
• 1st half of trip ends here as travellers who joined us in Rishikesh will be saying their goodbyes here.
• Head to Delhi from Rishikesh.
• Take with you unforgettable memories, a stronger spirit, and the stillness of the mountains etched in your soul.