Dodi Tal lake in Garhwal Himalayas - mysterious, alluring, and simply beautiful! It is at an elevation of 3024 meters above mean sea level, north of Uttarakashi. Crystal clear waters are surrounded by dense Oak Woods, Pine, Deodar and Rhododendrons. The lake is full of fishes and is known for some of the rarest species like the Himalayan Golden Trout.

The trek from Dodital to Yamnotri takes you through high altitude grasslands and dense virgin forests. The scenery en-route is really astounding! The trek for Dodi Tal commences from Uttarkashi or Kalyani, which can be approached by car. Kalyani to Agoda is a gradual climb through woods, fields and villages along a mule track. The trek from Agoda to Dodi Tal is steep and through thick forests.

Day 1 : Arrive in Delhi
Upon arrival at airport our representative will meet you and transfer you to the Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : Delhi - Haridwar (214 Kms 5-6 Hrs)
Morning, after breakfast drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar check in at the Hotel.  We will take you to Har-ki-Peri, to witness the famous Aarti of holy Ganges. Dinner and overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 3 : Haridwar - Sangamchatti -Agora (170 Km + 4 Km Trek)
Morning, after breakfast drive to Sangamchatti. The drive takes you through the picturesque Garhwal mountains along the holy Ganges. Upon arrival at Sangamchatti, trek up to Agoda. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 4 : Kalyani - Dodital (17 Kms 5-6 Hrs)
A gradual uphill trek through beautiful landscape of thick forests and steep cliffs brings you the mysterious Dodital. Dinner and overnight stay in the tent.

 

Day 5 : Dodital
Day free to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Lake surrounded by dense forest. The scenic beauty of Dodital can compel any nature lover to camp here for days together, the lake, the surrounding pine forest, the towering Darwa Bugyal on one side and the valley on the other is serene and enticing. The parikrama around the lake is of 1.5 kms. A few streams coming from Darwa Bugyal feed the lake. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.

Day 6 : Dodital - Agoda (17 Km 4-5 Hrs)
After breakfast we will trek down till Agoda. It is a 17 Km Trek, Overnight in camps at Agoda.

 

Day 7 : Agoda - Rishikesh (4 Km Trek + 140 Km Drive)
Morning after breakfast, Trek down to Sangamchatti 4 Km Trek, and from Sangamchatti drive down to Rishikesh 140 Km drive. On arrival check in at the Hotel. Evening free for leisure activities. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8 : Rishikesh - Delhi (235 Km 6-7 hrs)
Morning after breakfast, city sightseeing tour visit including Laxman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Tapovan, Muni ki Reti & Ashram's. In the afternoon drive to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the International airport to catch flight for onward jourmey.

Bugyal in the local language means “High Altitude Meadow”. Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful places in Uttaranchal. Situated at an elevation ranging from 10,000-12,000 ft. This vast meadow is second to none in natural beauty in Uttaranchal. During winter it provides one of the best ski slopes in India spread over an area of 28 Square Kms.

Itinerary for Dayara Bugyal Trek:

Day 1 : Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 2 : Delhi - Rishikesh
Morning - after breakfast drive to Rishikesh. On arrival check in at the Hotel. Rest of the day free for leisure activities. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 3 : Rishikesh – Uttarkashi
Morning - after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. On arrival check in at the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 4 : Uttarkashi – Barnala Tal
Morning - after breakfast drive to Barsu, on arrival start trek up to Barnala Tal. 3 Kms Trek from Barsu to Barnala Tal with packed Lunch. Camp at Barnala Tal (6500 ft). Evening tea with snacks. Dinner & Overnight stay at Camp.

Day 5 : Barnala Tal – Dayara
Morning - after breakfast start trek up to Dayara. Trek – 8 Kms to Dayara Lunch at Dayara Camp at Dayara (Altitude 9000-10,000 ft). Evening tea with snacks. Dinner & Overnight stay at Camp.

Day 6 : Dayara - Gidara - Dayara
Morning - after breakfast return trek to Gidara (12,000-13,000 ft). Have lunch at Gidara. Trek back to Dayara (7 Kms). Evening tea with snacks. Dinner & Overnight stay at Dayara Camp.

Day 7 : Barsu - Uttarkashi
Morning - after breakfast down trek to Barsu with packed lunch. On arrival at Barsu drive to Uttarkashi. Trek back to Barsu (11 Kms) with packed lunch. Back to Uttarkashi. Evening tea with snacks. Night stay at the Hotel.

Day 8 : Uttarkashi – Haridwar
Morning - after breakfast drive to Haridwar,. On arrival, check in at the Hotel. In the evening visit Aarti Darshan at Har Ki Pauri. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

Haridwar is the entrance to the abode of God, stated on the bank of Holy Ganga is one of the four places where every twelve years the great festival of Kumbha Mela is held and every six years an Ardh Kumbha. During these festivals millions of pilgrims come to Hardwar from all over India. The town has also been called Gangadvar, meaning 'Door of the Ganga'. Haridwar is the gateway for Yamunoti, Gangotri, Sri Kedarnath and Sri Badrinath.

Day 8 : Haridwar - Delhi
After breakfast drive back to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the airport and catch flight for onward journey.

The Kauri pass trek is amongst the best in the Garhwal mountains. The trail takes you through lush green fields, remote villages and virgin forests. The Gohna Tal lake is a special attraction on the route. The close range view of Mt. Nanda Devi along with numerous other peaks is the reward that awaits the trekker atop the Kauri pass. As Lord Curzon once trekked upto Kuari Pass, the trail is known as Curzon trail.

Haridwar & Rishikesh : The two holy towns of the Hindu's- centres of ' Vedic' learning and Yoga & Meditation.

Badrinath : One of the Four 'Dhams' (pilgrim centres) of Garhwal, Badrinath is the most important.

Auli : A popular winter Ski resort, Auli offers spectacular panoramic view of the Himalayas.

Gorson : A small hill station with serene surroundings. Enjoy the hospitality of a local village here. 

Day 1 : Arrive in Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and get transferred to the Hotel from the airport. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 2 : Delhi - Haridwar
Morning transfer to the station to catch the train for Haridwar. Arrive at Haridwar train station and get transferred to the Hotel.

Day 3 : Haridwar - Joshimath
High Point - Passing Deoprayag and Rudraprayag two of the most important confluences of important rivers.

Day 4 : Joshimath - Auli
High Point - Auli, one of the best ski resort in the country famous for its ropeway connection from Joshimath.

Day 5 : Auli - Gorson
High Point - View of Nanda Devi peaks.

Day 6 : Gorson - Tali
High Point - Trekking above the Huba line with a view of snow clad peaks

Day 7 : Tali - Kuari Pass base
High Point - Trekking along the ridge

Day 8 : Kuari Pass base - Kuari Pass - Khulara
High Point - Kuari pass which is also known as curzon trek and is the divide line between the central and the greater Himalayas with view of snow clad towering peaks as a feast for the eyes.

Day 9 : Khulara - Tapovan - Joshimath

Day 10 : Joshimath - Rishikesh

Drive to Rishikesh. Lunch en route. On arrival at Rishikesh, check in at hotel. Evening free for leisure activities. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 11 : Rishikesh - Delhi
Morning Sightseeing tour of Rishikesh. In the evening transfer to haridwar station to catch train for Delhi. On arrival, transfer and Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 12 : Delhi - Departure

Morning - sightseeing tour of delhi. Evening - transfer to the airport to catch flight for onward journey.

Itinerary for Nagtibba Trek

Day 1 : Delhi
Arrive in Delhi and transfer to hotel. Check in at the hotel. Evening free for leisure activities. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 2 : Delhi / Mussoorie
Morning after breakfast drive to Mussoorie, check in at the hotel. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

Day 3 : Mussoorie / Thatyur / Nagtibba
Morning after breakfast drive to Thatyur (45 Km) and start trek to Nagtibba (12 Km). Tent allotment and day at leisure. Overnight stay in the tent.

Day 4 : Nagtibba
Whole day rest at Nagtibba. Day free for leisure activities. Overnight stay in the tent.

Day 5 : Nagtibba / Thrtyur / Mussoorie
After breakfast back to Mussoorie (12 Km trek, 42 Km by bus). Check in at the hotel. Stay overnight at the Hotel.

Day 6 : Mussoorie / Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Delhi

2nd Itinerary for Nagtibba Trekking

Day 1 : Delhi
Arrive at Delhi and check in at the Hotel. Evening free for leisure activities. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 2 : Delhi / Mussoorie
After breakfast, drive to Mussoorie. Check in at the Hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 3 : Mussoorie / Nainbagh
After breakfast, drive to Nainbagh (45 Km). Check in at the Hotel. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 4 : Nainbagh / CAMP 01
Morning after breakfast trek to Camp 01 (8 Km). Overnight stay in the tent.

Day 5 : CAMP 01 / Pantwari
Morning after breakfast trek to Pantwari (8 Km). Overnight stay in the tent.

Day 6 : Pantwari / Nagatibba
Morning after breakfast trek to Nagatibba (10 Km). Overnight stay in the tent.

Day 7 : Nagatibba / Thatyur
Morning after breakfast trek to thatyur (10 Km). Check in at the hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 8 : Thatyur / Mussoorie
Morning after breakfast drive to Mussoorie. Check in at the Hotel. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 9 : Mussoorie / Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive back to Delhi

The snow on the Himalayas add majesty to the mountains and the innumerable flowers add to its beauty. This famous spot is not very difficult to reach. When the sun shines hot on this field, thousands of flowers bloom here. Tourists from all over the world come here. This valley was unknown till a British mountaineer Frank Smith first discovered this place.

In 1931, Frank Smith wanted to scale a peak in Garhwal called Comet. While returning after successfully completing his mission he took the western pass and lost his way and reached this valley after many difficulties.

All of a sudden he came upon a sea of flowers which totally enchanted him. He put up a tent and stayed here for many days. During these days he collected 260 different species of flowers. Some seeds he took back with him. In 1937, he came back again to this valley and stayed here for a long time. Then he wrote a book called "The Valley of Flowers". Soon after this this place became world famous. Nature lovers started visiting this valley.

Millions of different flowers adorn this valley. One also finds different kinds of insects, birds and butterflies. This valley is surrounded by high mountains on three sides and is at a height of 3500 to 6500 mts above sea level.

In 1982, this valley was named the Republic Park. Its area was fixed at 87.5 sq. kms, Some of the flowers are Saxifrags, Sediams, Lilies, Poppy, Calendular, Daisies, Denthus, Turmopsis, Primula, Dadiculatar, Pontitala, Geranium, Cipro Nepolysis, Holly, Pansy, Zinnia, Petunia, Fox, Caropsis Dynthus, etc.

Many small streams flow within this valley adding to its overall beauty. The high mountain peaks surrounding this valley stand guardian to this beautiful sight. The glaciers amongst this looks very attractive.

After reading Frank Smith's book many foreign tourists came here. One of them was an English woman called Margaret Lague who came here in 1939. She was very fond of flowers. On the 4th of July, when she was trying to pick one of the rare flowers she slipped from a rock and fell into a chasm to her death. In her memory the tombstone on her grave reads as "My eyes will forever drink in the beauty of the mountains which gave me strength and inspiration". The tourists who visit this valley never fail to visit her grave and pay homage.

Tour Highlights

Haridwar & Rishikesh : The two holy towns of the Hindu's - Centres of ' Vedic' learning and Yoga & Meditation.

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.

Auli : A popular winter Ski resort, Auli offers spectacular panoramic view of the Himalayas.

Day 1 : Arrival at Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi transfer to the Hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2 : New Delhi - Haridwar (205 Kms/5-6 Hrs)
After breakfast drive to Haridwar. Lunch enroute. Upon arrival at Haridwar check into Hotel. In the evening visit "Har Ki peri" for Aarti ceremony. Back to hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3 : Haridwar - Joshimath (245 Kms/8-9 Hrs)
After 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.

Trekking Route: Delhi / Haridwar / Ukhimath / Deoriyatal / Sari / Chopta / Tungnath / Chandrashila / Chopta / Haridwar / Delhi

Tour Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days

Chandrashila Trek is one of the most popular treks that can be undertaken round the year, in Garhwal Himalayas*. Chandrashila summit is a rock face above the temple of Tungnath, the highest of all the temples in the Himalayas. It is a short but rigorous hike beyond the temple. The Chandrashila summit affords the most beautiful view of the Nandadevi, Trishul, Kedar Peak and Chaukhamba peaks.

Day 1 : Delhi - Haridwar
Board Dehradun Nizamuddin AC Special train for Haridwar at 23:30 Hrs from Nizamuddin railway station for an overnight journey to Haridwar.

Day 2 : Haridwar - Ukhimath (200 Kms, 7-8 Hrs)
Arrival at Haridwar early in the morning at 04:00 Hrs. Transfer to Ukhimath via Rishikesh, Devprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi, from Devprayag the Holy river Ganges started), Rudraprayag (Confluence of Alaknanda & Mandakini River). Breakfast and lunch enroute. Arrive at Ukhimath by evening. Check into TRH. Dinner and overnight stay.

Ukhimath (1370 meters/4500 ft) is on the other side of the Mandakini River Valley from Guptkashi a relatively short steep walk by foot, or a much longer way by road. Ukhimath is the winter seat of Kedarnath, as well as the winter home of the priest who presides over his worship. After the Kedarnath temple closes for the winter, a movable image of Kedarnath is brought in procession to Ukhimath, where it resides until the Kedarnath temple reopens in late April or early May.

Day 3 : Ukhimath - Deoriatal (2438 Meters/7998 ft)
After breakfast start your trek to Deoriatal through dense forest of Rhodendron and lots of wild flowers and ferns. The trek will take 3-4 Hrs to reach Deoriatal. Upon arrival at Deoriatal set out the tents for an overnight stay.

Day 4 : Deoriatal - Sari - Chopta
In the morning trek down to Sari village (3 Kms) and from here drive to Chopta through dense forest and meadows. Its a 30 Km drive from Sari Village. Upon arrival at Chopta set out your tents for an overnight stay. In the evening explore the magnificent view of the Himalayas.

Day 5 : Chopta - Tungnath (3680 ft/12070 ft) - Chandrashila - Chopta
After an early breakfast, trek to Tungnath with packed lunch. Tungnath is situated at the height of 3680 meters above sea level, the highest in India. The trek is 3 Kms upward. Enroute you will find lush green meadows and you can see the entire range of snow clapped Himalayas. After Tungnath, visit the temple. Relax for some time and go for another 1 Km trek to Chandrasila peak. Later trek back to Chopta for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 6 : Chopta - Haridwar - Delhi
After an early breakfast, drive to Haridwar. Breakfast & Lunch enroute. Upon arrival at Haridwar transfer to railway station to catch Dehradun Shatabdi express train for Delhi at 18:05 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by 22:45 hrs.

* (Trek gets closed during heavy snowing months of December & January)