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Valley of Flowers

The Valley of Flowers is a beautiful meadow located at an altitude of about
eleven thousand feet. It is the valley of the stream Pushpavati, a tributary
of Alaknanda. Frank Smythe discovered 'The Valley of Flowers' in 1931 on his
way back after a successful expedition to Mt. Kamet. Ferns, dwarf iris,
dwarf larkspur, dwarf rhododendrons, primula, blue poppies, fritillaria,
asters, potentillas, inula grandifloras and hundreds of other species grow
wild in the valley.
The Valley of Flowers is a riot of color in August/September. Well over
a thousand varieties of flowers, shrubs, orchids and plants in myriad
hues, differing textures and colors paint the valley in a gorgeous
display. The valley is a natural plantation surrounded by the dazzling
snow clad Himalayas, a feast for the botanist and amateur alike.
Deep in the heart of the Himalayas, is this spectacular 'Valley of
Flowers'. Many varieties of Himalayan wild flowers bloom here. Post
Monsoons, the floor of the valley is covered with a carpet of myriad
colours ! It is an awesome sight of colours with a contrasting back drop
of majestic peaks.
The scope for trekking in Garhwal and Kumaon is immense. From short
walks to arduous ascents to mountaineering expeditions, the diversity is
staggering.
Legends associate this valley of Garhwal Himalayas with the area from
where Hanumanji of Ramayana collected "Sanjeevani" herbs to
revive Lakshmana, the younger brother of Ramaji. Hanumanji had to visit
far-flung areas in his search for the "Sanjeevani" life - saving
herbs.
In 1939, Miss Margaret Legge, a botanist deputed by the botanical
gardens of Edinburgh arrived at the valley of flowers for further studies,
While she slipped off and was lost for ever in the garden of the gods. Her
sister later visited the valley of flowers and erected a memorial on the
spot where the locals buried her. The thoughtful memorial is still there.
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Season: July, August, September
Total Duration: 10 Nights / 11 Days
Trekking days: 04 Days
Trekking Kilometers: 46 Kilometers approx
Special Features: Valley of Flowers & Sikh Temple
Trek Grade: Easy
Max Alt.: 12000fts, Valley of Flowers
Day 01: Flight to India (New Delhi)
You arrive in Delhi by international flight. After a traditional 'Swagat'
(Welcome) our representatives would assist you at the airport and to our
hotel for check in and overnight stay.
Day 02: New Delhi
Breakfast at the Coffee shop. Rest of the morning at leisure. You will be
taken on a guided tour of Delhi, beginning with a morning sightseeing trip
to Old Delhi and followed by visits to the 1648 Red Fort, India's largest
mosque - Jama Masjid and Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat. Afternoon tour
includes visits to India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus
Temple and Qutab Minar. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 03: Delhi-Haridwar (200Kms / 05hrs)
In the morning, we will drive to Haridwar. Haridwar is the gateway to the
four pilgrimages in the Uttrakhand region and is located on the foothills
of Shivaliks. It is on the banks of River Ganges. The River Ganges leaves
the mountains and enters the plains with Haridwar being the first major
town on the plains. Though the Ganges does not lose its rapids completely
nevertheless it becomes very quite and calm here. The city acquires a
unique charm in the evening when the ghats become breathtakingly beautiful
with thousands of Diyas and Marigold floating in the waters of Ganges. We
visit various places like Mansa Devi temple, Sapt Rishi, Daksha Mahadev
temple etc. In the evening we will visit Har Ki Pauri again. In the
evening a Maha Aarti is performed on this ghat. Overnight stay at the
hotel.
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Day 04: Haridwar - Devprayag - Karnprayag - Joshimath (290 Kms / 9-10
hours)
After an early breakfast, morning drive to Joshimath, Winter abode of
Lord Badrinath with . The enitre drive is along the Alaknanda river. Lunch
enroute at Rudraparayag. Arrive Joshimath and transfer to Deluxe Camp for
dinner and overnight stay.
Day 05: Joshimath - Govind Ghat - Ghangaria (Drive - 2 hrs &
Trek 7- 8 hrs)
Early morning at 0600 hrs we leave from Joshimath for Govindghat, which
is the starting point for the trek. Govindghat a small hamlet situated on
the confluence of Alaknanda and roaring Laxman Ganga. From Govindghat
there is a gradual ascent along a well - maintained pilgrim trail to the
camp at Ghangaria - the base from where day walks can be made into the
valley of flowers. After a light breakfast, 14 km trek up to Ghangaria.
Lunch and Dinner. Overnight at the Camp.
Day 06: Ghangaria - Valley Of Flowers - Ghangaria ( 4+4 Kms / 5-6
hrs walking )
After breakfast 4 km trek with packed lunch to Valley Of Flowers (3858 m
) from Ghangaria . The first part of the trek is through thick forest
along the Pushpavati river. Later we trek in the open meadow. The valley
is an enchanting sight with an impressive array of rare wildflowers like
brahma kamal, fane Kamal with range of small-multicolored flowers make it
a delight for travelers. The snow clad peaks including Nilgiri Parbat
(6474 m) stand in bold relief against the skyline. The valley is 10 kms
long, 2 kms wide, and is divided by the Pushpawati stream, into which
several tiny streams and waterfalls merge. After enjoying the beauty of
valley we come back to Ghangaria. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Day 07: Ghangaria - Hemkund - Ghangaria ( 6+6 Kms / 7-8 hrs walking
)
After breakfast 6 km trek to Hemkundsahib (4329 m) from Ghangaria. This
is quite a steep climb. In the Sikh holy book, the Granth Sahib, the Sikh
Guru Gobind Singh recounts that in a previous life, he meditated on the
shores of a lake surrounded by seven snowcapped mountains now recognized
by Hemkund. Hemkund, one of the finest high latitude lakes in the area,
and pilgrimage for Sikhs and Hindus as well. We visit Lake & Gurudwara
and will have lunch here. Again 6 km trek back to Ghangaria. Dinner &
Overnight stay at the Camp.
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Day 08: Ghangharia-Govindghat-Badrinath - Joshimath (13 Km trek /73 Km
Drive)
After an early breakfast leave for Govindghat and leave for Badrinath.
The temple of Shri Badrinathji on the banks of the Alaknanda River dates
back to vedic times. Situated at an altitude of 3,133 mts., the present
temple is believed to have been built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya - an 8th
century Philosopher saint, who also established a math here. Also Known as
"Vishal Badri', Badrinath is one of the Panch Badris. The temple has
three parts - Garbha Griha (the sanctum sanctorum), Darshan Mandap ( for
Pujas) and Sobha Mandap ( for devotees to assemble). After Darshan and
lunch we drive back to Joshimath for overnight stay at the Deluxe Camp
followed by dinner.
Day 09: Joshimath - Haridwar (290 Km / 9-10 hours)
Early morning we leave with packed breakfast from Joshimath for Haridwar.
On the way visit Devprayag and have lunch here and visit Rishikesh, Arrive
Haridwar and checkin to your hotel for Dinner and Overnight stay.
Day 10: Haridwar - Delhi (200Kms / 4-5hrs)
After breakfast we visit Har ki pauri and then go to Chandi Devi by Cable
car After lunch we proceed to Delhi. Arrive Delhi & Check-in at your
hotel for Short stay.
Day 11: Depart Delhi
Our tour concludes. Caper thanks you for your patronage and ensures a
punctual transfer to the International airport for your onward travel to
your next destination.
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