GARHWAL AND KUMAON TRIP
Garhwal and Kumaon Tour
Destination
Delhi – Rishikesh – Uttarkashi –Gangotri – Rudraprayag – Badrinath –Joshimath – Kausani – Nainital – Corbett
Best time : April – June and September – October
12 Days / 11 Nights
Garhwal and Kumaon Tour Highlights
For unabridged adventure, unaltered natural splendors, Uttarakhand has two destinations dotted all over with breathtaking surroundings, Kumaon and Garhwal. These pretty residents of Uttarakhand are a discovery in their own way for any adventure lover.
If Kumaon is a green table spread, Garhwal is a challenger’s delight. If Kumaon boasts of clear lakes, chirpy forests, floral rainbows; Garhwal flaunts its snow clad peaks, quaint retreats and countless mountain rivers. At every nook and corner, collage of natural wonders and beautiful Himalayan vistas greet the visitors. At every step, backdrop of the mighty Himalayas beckons to take the next step with renewed enthusiasm. However, there’s more to Kumaon and Garhwal than natural brilliance. There are echoes of religious milestones and mythological landmarks. So, whether one’s a nature lover or a spiritual believer, Kumaon and Garhwal offer the tranquil getaway for a memorable holiday.
Highlights:-
Rishikesh– Lakshman Jhoola , Shivanand ashram, Evening Aarti.
Uttarkashi– Vishwanath temple, Staying on the banks of River Bhagirathi
Gangotri– Hot spring , Harsil Valley , Gangotri temple
Badrinath– Rudraprayag, Badrinath temple, Mana village
Joshimath– Auli
Kausani– Panoromic view of Nanda Devi Sanctuary Mountain range
Nainital– Visit Colonial period Market Almora, Mall road near Naini lake an optional Boating at Naini Lake
Corbett– Safari at Corbett national park.
Day Wise Plan
Day 01 : Arrive Delhi
Our representative will receive you at the International airport and welcome you and escort you to your hotel. Overnight in Delhi.
Meals: None
Day 02 : Delhi – Rishikesh (240 km / 6 hrs)
Morning after breakfast check-out from your hotel and drive down to Rishikesh via Haridwar. Here we will take a short visit to Har- ki – Pauri Ghat. Post lunch proceed to sightseeing of Lakshman, Shivanand Ashram and Sawarg Ashram. Evening arti at Parmarth Niketan Ghat. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Rishikesh
Meals: Breakfast
Day 03 Rishikesh – Uttarkashi (170 km / 6 hrs)
In the morning after breakfast drive down to Uttarkashi. Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Evening proceed to visit Uttarkashi market and Kashiwishwanath Temple and other temples. Later back to the hotel for overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 04: Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Uttarkashi (95 km / 3 hrs -Oneway)
Morning after breakfast drive to reach Gangotri (3048 m). On arrival visit to Gangotri Temple and explore surrounding area. In the evening return to Uttarkashi for overnight stay in Uttarkashi.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 05: Uttarkashi – Rudraprayag (176 km / 7 hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive to reach Rudraprayag via Srinagar. Our trip back to the Bhagirathi along until Together with the Alaknanda river, which we do Rudraprayag follow Arrive and check in at hotel for overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 06: Rudraprayag – Badrinath (158 km / 6 hrs 30 min)
Morning after breakfast drive down to reach Badrinath. The Alaknanda upstream – after its unification with the Bhagirathi he becomes Ganges – on winding road over after Joshimath and Govindghat, after we reach Badrinath (3,122 m),on the banks of the Alaknanda, the most important Hindu pilgrimage destination in the Himalayas With good vision splendid view of the Nilkantha (6,769 m), the “shining summit.” Visit the Badrinath temple, the hot springs and the Bothia settlement Mana, only 30 km from the border with Tibet.
Upon arrival check in at hotel. In the afternoon proceed to visit Mana Village which is last village in this valley. Return to the hotel for overnight stay in Badrinath.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 07: Badrinath – Auli – Joshimath ( 47 km / 3 hrs )
Morning after breakfast drive down to reach Joshimath while visiting Auli. Post sightseeing Auli proceed to Joshimath and check in at hotel for overnight stay. Upon arrival Check in at hotel for overnight stay in Joshimath.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 08: Joshimath – Kausani (188 km / 8 hrs)
Morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive down to Kausani. Upon arrival at Kausani check in at hotel for overnight stay in Kausani.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 09: Kausani- Almora – Nainital (117 km / 4 hrs)
Morning after breakfast check-out from the hotel and drive down to Nainital via Almora, Take a short visit to famous Nanda Devi temple in Almora and Bazaar. Later on drive to Nainital. Upon arrival check in at hotel. In the evening enjoy pleasant walk on Mall Road along with lake. Overnight in Nainital
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Nainital – Corbett (65 km / 2 hrs)
Morning after breakfast drive down to Jim Corbet National Park.Upon arrival check in to the hotel. Afternoon Jeep Safari in the Park to see Tiger, Elephant and many more. Overnight stay at hotel in Corbett.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11: Corbett
Today Morning and afternoon Jeep Safari in the Park to see Tiger, Elephant and many more. Overnight stay at hotel in Corbett
Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Corbett – Delhi Depart
Morning after breakfast drive down to reach Delhi and later well in time departure transfer to International airport to board Flight for onward Destination.
Meals: Breakfast