Valley of Flowers & Hemkund Sahib Trek

Deluxe Package - Detail itinerary for June to September 2020*

Trip length:5 Nights, 6 Days (ex-Joshimath or ex-Haridwar)

Trek days: 4 days trekking

Grade:Easy

Maximum Altitude:Valley of Flowers 3659 mtrs, Hemkund Sahib 4632 mtrs

Season:June to September (best bloom in July & August)

Temperature:Maximum 200C to Min –50C

Day 1

Arrival Joshimath

Reach Joshimath in your own vehicle and evening free to relax and acclimatize. Joshimath (Altitude 1800 mtrs) is a small town in the Uttarakhand Garhwal hills on the banks of Alaknanda River. This place is very famous for Sankracharya temple and is also a hub for many mountaineering and trekking expeditions in Garhwal Himalayas. Dinner and overnight stay at Joshimath
#Note: Alternatively, opt for our ex-Haridwar package and drive in shared private vehicle from Haridwar Railway Station to Joshimath (290 km, approx. 8-9 hrs drive)

Meal: D

Accommodation:
Himalayan Abode Homestay www.himalayanabode.in Joshimath Ranked #1 property in Joshimath Winner of TripAdvisor’s 2015, 2016 & 2017 Certificate of Excellence

Day 2

Joshimath to Govindghat (drive) Govindghat to Ghanghria (trek)

Post early breakfast, meet your guide. Post briefing, drive from Joshimath to Govindghat (a small hamlet situated on the confluence of Alaknanda and roaring Laxman Ganga and start point for the fully escorted trek). Govindghat to Ghanghria (base village for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib) is a beautiful trek route with magnificent views and river accompanying you throughout. Hot lunch on the trek route. Late afternoon, arrive at Ghanghria on the banks of Laxman Ganga. Dinner and overnight stay at Ghanghria.

Mode

Drive 22 km 45 min, Trek 12 km 5-6 hr Pony ride is possible Heli Ride possible* *(sub. to weather

Meal

B,L,S,D

Deluxe Accommodation

Camp Valley of Flowers Ghanghria Property managed by Himalayan Abode Homestay, Hotel Nanda Lokpal Or equivalent hotel Ghanghria

Day 3

Day visit to Valley of Flowers (Max Altitude 3658 mtr)

Post early breakfast, we start our fully escorted trek to Valley of Flowers. The first part of the trek is through thick forest along Pushpavati river. Later we trek in the open meadows. Arrive and explore the area. Witness several varieties of rare flowers including Blue Poppy, Potentilla, Geranium and hundreds of others. Full day to explore Valley of Flowers – UNESCO World Heritage Site. Packed lunch, flasks full of hot beverages as well as assorted refreshments will be arranged. Return to Ghanghria in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Mode

Trek 10 km (5 km one way) Trek 5-6 hr Pony ride is not possible

Meal

B,L,S,D

Deluxe Accommodation

Camp Valley of Flowers Ghanghria Property managed by Himalayan Abode Homestay Hotel Nanda Lokpal Or equivalent hotel Ghanghria

Day 4

Day visit to Hemkund Sahib (Max Altitude 4632mtr)

Post early breakfast today we start our fully escorted trek to Hemkund -internationally acclaimed, one of the finest high latitude lakes in Uttarakhand Himalayas. It is also a place of worship for Sikhs and Hindus. It’s an uphill trek to reach Hemkund. See the crystal clear lake with astonishing views of surrounding peaks, visit Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara and Lakshman Temple on the banks of the lake. Return to Ghanghria in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Mode

Trek 12 km (6 km one way) Trek 7-8 hr Pony ride is possible

Meal

B,L,S,D

Deluxe Accommodation

Camp Valley of Flowers Ghanghria Property managed by Himalayan Abode Homestay Hotel Nanda Lokpal Or equivalent hotel Ghanghria

Day 5

Ghanghria to Govindghat (trek) Govindghat to Joshimath or Auli (drive)

Post breakfast, we start our downhill trek back from Ghanghria to Govindghat. Hot lunch on the trek route.Drive from Govindghat drive to Joshimath.Time permitting, stroll in the small but busy Joshimath local market area, visitfamous Shankaracharya Math (shrine), Kalpavriksha and Narsimha temple.Dinner and overnight stay in Joshimath.

Mode

Trek 14 km 4-5hr Drive 22km 45 mins Pony ride is possible Heli Ride possible* *(sub. to weather)

Meal

B,L,S,D

Deluxe Accommodation

Himalayan Abode Homestay www.himalayanabode.in Joshimath Ranked #1 property in Joshimath Winner of TripAdvisor’s 2015, 2016 & 2017 Certificate of Excellence OR Mountain Rover, Auli www.mountainrovr.in (At the time of booking, option for this 1N stay in Auli, available at extra cost)

Day 6

Departure

Post early breakfast, check-out and it’s time start your journey back in your own vehicle. (or take a public transport bus from outside our property at 5.30 am) Trip ends with fond memories. #Note: Alternatively, opt for our ex-Haridwar package and drive in shared private vechicle from Joshimath/Auli to Haridwar, with late evening drop at Haridwar Railway Station (290 km, approx. 8-9 hrs drive)

Mael : B

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*Advisory:

  • Being peak monsoon season, weather in Ghanghria, Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib region will be rainy and cold, with temperature ranging from max 20 degrees celsius to min –5 degrees celsius. It is recommended that clients carry suitable warm clothing, adequate protective gear for rainy season and good shoes.
  • 2. Option to hire pony to ride is available for Day 2 (Govindghat to Ghanghria), Day 4 (Ghanghria to Hemkund) and Day 5 (Ghanghria to Govindghat) if any group member wishes to ride instead of trek (approx. @Rs. 1,700 per pony per day for Govindghat to Ghangria one way and Rs, 2,200 per pony, per day for Hemkund Sahib day). Valley of Flowers being World Heritage Site, ponies are not allowed on Day 3.
  • 3. Helicopter service, subject to weather, is available between Govindghat to Ghanghria (approx. @Rs. 7,000 for one round ticket) .
  • 4. Clients are advised to consult their physician and take suitable preventive medication (if prescribed) as a precaution for high altitude sickness .
  • 5. Trekking on any particular day may be aborted or cancelled in case of extreme/unfavourable weather conditions, keeping in mind safety of the clients. Himalayan Snow Runner trip leader’s decision on this will be final and binding on clients. No refund of costs or any compensation will be paid to clients in such case.
  • 6. All clients (and parents on behalf of minors) will have to complete and sign Himalayan Snow Runner’s mandatory Client Information and Waiver Form before starting the trek.
  • 7. We expect clients to respect local culture and traditions, particularly when visiting temples, Holy places or interacting with locals.
  • 8. Himalayan Snow Runner promotes ecologically sensitive responsible tourism and we seek our clients’ support to help us leave minimum ecological footprint

Payment Options

We accept payments by the following modes:
For Payment in Indian Rupees Into Our INR (Indian Rupee) Account
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Payment
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Cancellation policy
  • If cancelled before 15 days of start date – 85 % refund
  • If cancelled within 15 days to 11 days of check-in – 50% Refund
  • If cancelled within 10 days of check-in date – No Refund
  • No refund of costs / any compensation if activity on any day is aborted or cancelled due to extreme/unfavourable weather conditions, keeping in mind safety of the clients. Trip leader’s decision on this will be final and binding on clients
  • No TAC is payable if bookings are cancelled. TAC will be paid / deductible for activity aborted/cancelled

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