Overview
The Valley of Flowers trek is one of the most beautiful and iconic Himalayan journeys in India. Located in Uttarakhand and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the valley lies at an altitude of around 11,500 to 13,000 ft and comes alive during the monsoon season with hundreds of species of alpine flowers blooming across vast meadows. This trek also includes a visit to Hemkund Sahib, a revered high-altitude Sikh pilgrimage site set beside a pristine glacial lake.
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0
Delhi to Haridwar
- Departure from Delhi at 9:00 pm
- Pick-up from Akshardham Metro Station
- Overnight journey towards Haridwar
Day 1
Haridwar to Joshimath
- Scenic drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag
- Lunch en route
- Arrival at Joshimath by evening
- Check-in at hotel
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Joshimath to Govindghat to Ghangaria
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive to Govindghat
- Begin trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria, approx 9 km
- Lunch during the trek or upon arrival
- Evening arrival at Ghangaria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3
Ghangaria to Valley of Flowers and Return
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek to Valley of Flowers, approx 5 km one way
- Explore the valley and spend time amidst alpine blooms
- Packed lunch
- Return to Ghangaria by evening
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4
Ghangaria to Hemkund Sahib and Return
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek to Hemkund Sahib, approx 6 km one way
- Visit the Gurudwara and glacial lake
- Packed lunch
- Return to Ghangaria by evening
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
Ghangaria to Govindghat to Joshimath
- Early morning breakfast
- Trek down from Ghangaria to Govindghat
- Lunch on the way
- Drive back to Joshimath
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6
Joshimath to Delhi
- Early morning breakfast
- Drive towards Haridwar
- Lunch en route
- Continue journey to Delhi
- Arrival in Delhi late night or early morning (tentative)
Meals: Breakfast
Highlights
Trek through the UNESCO-listed Valley of Flowers
Seasonal bloom of rare alpine flora
Visit to Hemkund Sahib at high altitude
Scenic Himalayan road journeys and river valleys
Beginner-friendly trek with well-marked trails
Fixed 9:00 pm night departure from Delhi