Valley of Flowers Trek

6:00 AM: Departure from Rishikesh/Dehradun by bus.
Drive: 9-11 hours drive via scenic routes through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag.
Arrival: Evening arrival at Joshimath/Govindghat.
Accommodation: Check-in at a comfortable guesthouse or homestay.

Drive: 1-hour drive to Pulna.
Trek Start: Begin the trek from Pulna to Ghangaria (approx. 10 km).
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours of steady ascent through picturesque landscapes.
Altitude: Govindghat (1,828 meters) to Ghangaria (3,049 meters).
Afternoon:
Arrival at Ghangaria: Check-in at your guesthouse or camp for an overnight stay.
Evening: Rest and acclimate at the serene village of Ghangaria.
Accommodation: Guesthouse or campsite.

Trek Start: Begin your trek towards the enchanting Valley of Flowers (12 km round trip).
Trek Duration: 6-7 hours of exploration amidst alpine meadows.
Altitude: Ghangaria (3,049 meters) to Valley of Flowers (3,658 meters).
Exploration: Wander through a breathtaking valley, rich in vibrant flowers and diverse flora.
Afternoon:
Return to Ghangaria: Descend back to your accommodation in Ghangaria.
Evening: Relax and unwind after a day of trekking and exploration.
Accommodation: Guesthouse or campsite.

Trek: Start the morning with a challenging but rewarding trek to Hemkund Sahib, a revered Sikh pilgrimage site.
Distance: 6 km (round trip), approximately 4-5 hours of trekking.
Altitude: Reach an elevation of 4,300 meters at Hemkund Sahib, located by a glacial lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks.
Visit: Explore the Gurudwara and reflect at this sacred, tranquil site.
Afternoon:
Return to Ghangaria: After a fulfilling visit, descend back to Ghangaria by late afternoon.
Accommodation: Overnight stay in Ghangaria.

Descent: Begin the descent from Ghangaria to Pulna (6-7 hours, 10 km).
Afternoon:
Drive: From Pulna, drive back to Govindghat and proceed with the long journey to Rishikesh/Dehradun (9-11 hours).
Arrival: Evening arrival in Rishikesh/Dehradun.