Valley of Flowers Tour

Govind Ghat is a pilgrim spot which is visited by a lot of visitors and also the base of Valley of flower and Hemkund Sahib, After long day drive from Haridwar this will be a perfect resting place. On your arrival at Govindghat in the evening, Our Trek Leader will meet you at Govidghat Guest house and brief you about the next day.
Note: The transportation to and fro Govindghat can be arranged on request if needed. Transport will be arranged from Haridwar Railway Station at 6:00 AM and the booking charge is Rs. 7000 for Tata Sumo/Bolero/Max (NON-AC) and Rs. 10000 for a Tempo Traveller (NON-AC) and payable in cash to the driver directly.

Activities : Hill Stations & Valleys

After having your breakfast at Govindghat well be heading to Pulna which is only 4 km away from where the trek begins and ponies and porters for the trek ahead are arranged here. The trek beyond Pulna is along the river-Laxman Ganga and between the green rocky mountains occasionally peep majestic snow-clad peaks from the side of the valley. This trekking trail is full of sights of waterfalls and cold water streams. After crossing Iron bridge the trail becomes steeper and harder but all will be forgotten as one imbibes the vision of beauty and divinity that spreads around you.

Activities : Trekking

Ghangaria is a base camp for both Hemkund Sahib and Valley of Flowers. Today youll be visiting Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara which is the worlds highest Gurudwara, situated at an altitude of 4,329 mt. We will be visiting the Gurudwara and coming back to Ghangaria. The estimated time both ways is 9-10 hours. Its important to carry sufficient water on the trail. There is a steep ascent for 4 hours to reach Hemkund Sahib which will require some efforts to push your body. Well start the day early in the morning so that we are able to make it back on time, keeping in mind if the weather plays a spoilsport. Two hours into the trek, once you are higher than the tree line, youll get a panoramic view of the mountain range that surrounds this beautiful trek. You will also come across a melting glacier which has been frozen for a while now. Its crucial that you maintain a standard speed while walking, going too fast will affect your breathing as you gain higher altitude. After reaching the Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, youll be able to spot the lake that which lies behind it which is frozen for almost half the year. Hot chai and Khichadi is served at the Gurudwara which will re-energize your senses. Indulge in harmony that surrounds this place which has such positive vibes. Youll also be able to spot Brahma Kamal that grows at such high altitudes. After clicking pictures and well be heading down to Ghangria which is a 4-5 hour walk.

Activities : Trekking

Well be starting at 6 in the morning. Packed lunch will be carried along. After buying the tickets, well be walking inside the gate that leads us to Valley of Flowers trail. Walking for an hour or so youll be amazed to see tall rocky mountains staring at you from a distance. You will also spot a scenic bridge across a stream which makes a beautiful setting. Colourful flowers here and there with thin patches of snow make it a sight to behold. After a couple of hours, you will be thrilled by the beauty which surrounds you on the trail, welcoming you is a carpet of green, yellow, red and blue flowers. With the sun shining above, it makes the entire valley glow like paradise. Indeed, the valley is a dreamland for a flower lover. Various species of flowers surround you from all four sides and youll be treated with a mesmerizing scent that is let out, covering the valley for more than 5kms. The flowers that youll come across are Himalayan Rose, Blue Poppy, Hooked Stick Seed, River Anemone and many more. Youll be taken aback after witnessing so much beauty around you that that valley has to offer.

Activities : Trekking

After the overnight stay at Ghangria, well be heading back to Govindghat, the expected arrival time is 2 PM. If you want to visit Badrinath temple then make plan based on road and weather condition. Furthermore, Share/Private cabs are easily available for Badrinath Temple it is 25 km away and took 1 hrs to reach but you must know that Govindghat-Badrinath route is quite sensitive in the rainy season and often get closed for hrs or days.

Activities : Trekking

After having your morning tea/coffee you can leave for your next destination. We advise you to keep one buffer day in your itinerary so that you can avoid missing train or flight if you get delayed in your way back due to any reason.

Activities : Trekking