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Haridwar
- Joshimath - Govindghat - Ghangaria

Day 01 :
New
Delhi - Haridwar (205 kms/5-6 hrs).
On arrival at
New Delhi
after breakfast drive to Haridwar. Lunch enroute. Upon arrival at
Haridwar transfer check into the hotel. In the evening visit "Har Ki
peri" for Aarti ceremony. Back to hotel for dinner and overnight
stay at Hotel
Hari Ganga
Haveli ,
Glass House On The Ganges.
Haridwar :
Haridwar is the gateway to the four pilgrimages of Uttaranchal. It's
also starting point on the journey to the sacred sources of the
Ganga
and the Yamuna Rivers. According to legend, Prince Bhagirath performed
penance here to salvage the souls of his ancestors who had perished due
to Sage Kapila's curse. The penance was answered and the river
Ganga trickled forth from Lord Shiva's locks and its bountiful
water revived the sons of King Sagara. In the tradition of Bhagirath,
devout Hindus stand in the sacred waters here, praying for the salvation
of their ancestors.
The holy city of
Haridwar
is home to some of the most sacred Hindu rituals. Round the year,
devotees from all over the country flock here in their thousands to
perform "Poojas" or prayers. Renowned for the "Maha Kumbh Mela" which
appears Every 12 years and the enchanting "Aarti" at "Har Ki Pauri"
which captives the beholder with hundreds of burning wick lamps floating
down the Ganges this town has been distinguished for centuries in the
Indian society.
Day 02 :
Haridwar - Joshimath (245 kms/8-9 hrs)
After an early breakfast drive to Joshimath via Devprayag. On the way
visit Dev prayag where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet. From here
the holy river
Ganges
started. Arrival at Joshimath by evening, check into the hotel. Dinner &
overnight stay in
The Chardham Camp -
Joshimath /
Hotel Dronagiri
Joshimath:
The religious centre, established by Adi Shankaracharya, which he called
Jyotirmath, later came to be known as Joshimath. Among the sites of
interest are the temples of Nav Durga and Narsingh. Apart from its
obvious religious importance, Joshimath is known for its scenic beauty.
Day 03 :
Joshimath - Govindghat (22 kms/1 hrs) - Ghangaria (14 kms/3-4 hrs)
After an early breakfast drive to Govindghat which is the starting point
of the trek. From Govindghat there is a gradual ascent along a well
maintained pilgrim trail to Ghangaria. Upon arrival at Ghangria check
into hotel. Explore the surroundings in the evening. Dinner and
overnight stay at the hotel
Sarovar Hotels
Camp Ghangharia.
Day 04 :
Ghangaria - Valley Of Flowers - Ghangaria (5 kms one side/4-5 hrs)
After breakfast trek to
Valley Of
Flowers (3858 m) from Ghangaria. The valley is an enchanting sight with
an impressive array of rare wildflowers like Geranium, Marsh marigold,
Prinula, Potentilla, Geum, Asters, Lilium, Ranunculus, Corydalis, Inula,
Braham kamal, Campanula, Pedicularis, Arisaema, Morina, Impatiens,
Bistorta, Ligularia, Anaphalis, Saxifrages, Sibbaldia, Thermo- psis,
Trollius, Codonopsis, Dactylorhiza, Cypripedium, Str- awberry, Epilobium,
Rhododendrons and numerous others. Most of the flowers have medicinal
values too. The valley is 10 kms long, 2 kms wide, and is divided by the
Pushpawati stream, into which several tiny streams and waterfalls merge.
After enjoying the beauty of valley trek back to Ghangaria. Dinner &
overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 05 :
Ghangaria - Govind Ghat - Joshimath
After breakfast trek down to reach Govind Ghat and from here drive to
Joshimath. Upon arrival at Joshimath check into the hotel. Rest of the
day is free to explore the area. One can also visit Auli in the evening.
Dinner and over night stay at the
The Chardham Camp -
Joshimath /
Hotel Dronagiri
Day 06 :
Joshimath - Haridwar
Early morning drive to Haridwar with packed breakfast. On the way visit
Rudraprayag where river Mandakini and Alaknanda meet. Lunch enroute.
Arrive Haridwar by evening. Check into the hotel for dinner and
overnight stay at Hotel
Hari Ganga
Haveli ,
Glass House On The Ganges.
Day 07 :
Haridwar - Delhi
After an early breakfast visit Har ki peri. After lunch drive to Delhi
airport.
End of Tour
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