Trip Overview
Start – New Delhi
Finish – New Delhi
Destination – Uttarakhand – Rishikesh, Chopta and Auli
Theme – Backpacking
Duration – 5 Nights 6 days
Category – #adventure #roadtrip #leisure #slowtravel #trekking #skiing
Style – #comfort #original #diy #fixeddeparture
Trip Summary
“Those who travel to mountain-tops are half in love with themselves, and half in love with oblivion.”
― Robert Macfarlane
Uttarakhand is truly a beauty on its own. From picturesque locations to adventure treks, it has all that you could ask for. It could be a poet’s muse ,a trekker’s long found home or for someone a place to lose themselves only to be found again. No words can do justice in describing this place as the eyes would.
So if you are looking for a full fledged trip to these magnificent places and want to witness its beauty here we have planned the perfect trip for you.
Why go looking for the Swiss mountains when we have our Chopta valley which has the perfect snow capped mountains and the world’s highest temple of Lord Shiva, the Tungnath temple . Chandrashila peak which is 4000 meters in height is conquerable by hiking a km from the temple. The 360 degree views of some of the highest peaks in Uttarakhand at Chandrashila peak are something which will leave you mesmerized for life. The small yet picture-perfect town of Auli is India’s premier ski resort destination. The mighty Trishul peak and the glorious Nanda Devi are going to perplex you with their beauty.
Along with this, experience the crazy yet calm life of Rishikesh. Zipping over the Ganges, bungee-ing down to the river, white river rafting and kayaking or engrossing yourself in the energy of evening Aarti , meditating and practicing yoga , Rishikesh is a complete package in itself.
Why you will love this trip?
- Transportation, accommodation and meals and activities included.
- Experienced Travel guides during trekking.
- Experienced guides for skiing.
- Camping in Chopta and Auli.
- Trek to Tungnath temple and Chandrashila peak.
Is this trip right for you?
- Chopta, Auli and Rishikesh is a complete package in itself. And these places surely belong to the adventurous souls. In case you have any severe injury then we recommend that you consult a doctor.
- The adventure activities are not suitable for people with heart disease, asthma , pregnant women, any previous or existing bone injury.
- The most suitable age for adventure activities are from 12 years up till 60 years.
- Old age people and women suffering with arthritis should avoid staying in camp as it requires a lot of walking.
- This trip involves long travel time on the road, if you have road sickness, please mention it earlier.
Itnerary
Arrive in New Delhi, Our driver will meet and assist and then drive to Rishikesh. On arrival in Rishikesh, Check in at the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. You can visit Beatles ashram, freedom/nirvana cafe. In the evening , you can attend ganga aarti at the ghat of Holy Ganges. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, we will start our journey to Chopta, a small village also known as Switzerland of India. Upon reaching, check in to your camp. Take some rest for a while. After freshening up, take a brief tour around the campsite. Enjoy your evening with refreshments served around the camp bonfire. After dinner, stay in the swiss tents with attached washrooms. Overnight stay at the camp.
After breakfast, we will start our trek to Tungnath temple, the highest temple in the world of Lord Shiva. It’s a snow trek in the winter season, so it will normally take 7-8 hours to complete it. After reaching the temple, rest a while and then again start your trek to Chandrashila peak(4000 meters). This is one of the peaks where you can reach by just trekking and no special equipment is required to reach the peak. Enjoy the view of Himalayan peaks and start trekking down to Chopta. After the trek, overnight stay at camp.
After breakfast, we will start our journey to Auli, a small village known for skiing in winters. Upon reaching, check in. After dinner, stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore Auli. You can try skiing as per actual costs. Overnight stay at Himalayan style cottages.
After breakfast, explore Auli. You can try skiing as per actual costs. Overnight stay at Himalayan style cottages.
Explore Rishikesh by vehicle or by foot. Enjoy shopping in the bylanes of Laxman Jhula. You can opt for trying some adventure sports or you can calmly sit at white sand beach by the Ganges reading a book or practicing yoga and meditation. Visit some of the best Ganges view cafes to immerse your soul in eating delicious delicacies. After having dinner, stay at the hotel.
After having early breakfast, you check out from the hotel and start your journey back to New Delhi carrying innumerable memories of this adventurous trip.
Inclusions
Meals
Breakfast - 7 Breakfast (hotel and camp)
Dinner - 4 Dinners (at the camps)
Bonfire at Chopta and Auli
Camping gear - camp tents, sleeping bags and mattresses
Transport - New Delhi - Rishikesh - Chopta - Auli - Rishikesh - New Delhi
Sedan cab - 2 to 3 people
Suv cab - 4-5 people
Tempo traveler - 8 people
Mini - max bus - more than 8 people
Accomodation
4 nights in camp (Chopta and Auli)
3 nights in Hotel at Rishikesh
Activities
Trekking - Chopta - Tungnath - Chandrashila peak - Chopta
GST
Add on activities (Chargeable )
1. Skiing at Auli.
2. Adventure activities - rafting/ rock climbing and rappelling/ bungee jumping/ Ganga zipline.
3. Beatles Ashram entry ticket.
4. Bike/scooter/ mountain bicycle on rent.
Exclusions
1. Meals not mentioned in inclusions.
2. Transport that is not mentioned in inclusions.
3. Any porter charges.
4. Any entry fees to Monuments / Wildlife region / Trek.
5. Any expense of personal nature packaged drinking water / phone calls / laundry / camera, etc.
6. Any kind of travel insurance.
7. Costs arising due to force majeure.
8. Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusions.
Essential Trip Information
Why you will love this trip? What weather you can expect during the trip? What are the best months to visit? What to pack and what not to?
