Uttarakhand · Garhwal Himalaya · SW-VOF-260909

Valley of Flowers

Blossoms, Badrinath & Hemkund

Dates

09 – 15 Sep 2026

Duration

7 · 6 Nights

Route

Dehradun → Dehradun

Availability

10 seats · 6 remaining

From

₹58,800 / person

Trekking + Pilgrimage

Experience Type

Alpine trekking meets Himalayan devotion.

3/5

Difficulty Rating

Moderate to challenging — daily treks and altitude.

9 – 15 Sep 2026

Departure

Fixed-date group departure, monsoon-bloom window.

Mountain lodges

Accommodation

Riverside resort, village lodges, and mountain hotels.

7 / 6

Duration

Dehradun round-trip, fully guided.

The Journey

Trek through the UNESCO Valley of Flowers with sacred stops at Hemkund Sahib and Badrinath.

Hidden deep in the Garhwal Himalaya, the Valley of Flowers erupts each monsoon into a rare alpine meadow of over 500 species — a UNESCO World Heritage site fed by glacial streams and framed by snow-dusted peaks. This seven-day journey blends the joy of trekking with quiet devotion — a Badrinath darshan, the climb to Hemkund Sahib (one of the highest gurudwaras in the world), and days in mountain villages along the Pushpawati river.

4,400 m

Highest Altitude

40+ km

Total Trekking

aug – sep

Best Season

6 – 10

Group Size

Postcards

A glimpse from the road

Moments captured along the Valley of Flowers yatra — shrines, faces, first light, the long way home.

Valley of Flowers National Park in full bloom, Uttarakhand

Hemkund Sahib gurudwara beside Lokpal Lake

Badrinath Temple in the Garhwal Himalaya

Day by Day

The Itinerary

A detailed breakdown of each day's yatra — where you sleep, what's on the table, and how far you travel.

Day 1
Into the Mountains
Dehradun → Rudraprayag
Arrive at Dehradun and drive along the Ganges to Monal Resort, Rudraprayag. Evening aarti if time permits.
Monal Resort, Rudraprayag Dinner 895 m 155 km · 4.5 hrs
Day 2
Badrinath Darshan
Rudraprayag → Badrinath → Govindghat
Drive via Joshimath to the sacred town of Badrinath for darshan at the Char Dham shrine, then continue to Govindghat, the base for the Valley of Flowers trek.
Hotel Badrish, Govindghat Breakfast & Dinner 1,828 m 145 km + 25 km
Day 3
Trek to Ghangaria
Govindghat → Pulna → Ghangaria
Short drive to Pulna, then a 9 km trek to Ghangaria along the Pushpawati river through pine forests and past waterfalls.
Hotel Nanda Lokpal, Ghangaria All meals 3,078 m 9 km trek · 5–6 hrs
Day 4
Valley of Flowers
Ghangaria ↔ Valley of Flowers
A 10–12 km round trek into the UNESCO Valley of Flowers — surrounded by blue poppies, Brahma Kamal, and cobra lilies with soaring peaks in every direction.
Hotel Nanda Lokpal, Ghangaria All meals ~3,500 m 10–12 km round trip
Day 5
Hemkund Sahib
Ghangaria ↔ Hemkund Sahib
Steep 6 km ascent to Hemkund Sahib, one of the world's highest gurudwaras, set beside a glacial lake amid towering peaks. Descend back to Ghangaria.
Hotel Nanda Lokpal, Ghangaria All meals 4,400 m 12 km round trip · 9–10 hrs
Day 6
Return to the River
Ghangaria → Govindghat → Rudraprayag
Trek 9 km downhill to Pulna, drive to Govindghat and continue back to Monal Resort. Evening aarti if time permits.
Monal Resort, Rudraprayag All meals 895 m 9 km trek + 121 km drive
Day 7
Farewell at Devprayag
Rudraprayag → Dehradun
Drive back to Dehradun airport with a stop at Devprayag, where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet to form the Ganga.
— Breakfast 450 m 154 km · 4.5 hrs

Included

✓6 nights accommodation on twin-sharing
✓All meals except transit lunches on Days 1, 6 and 7
✓All internal transport in an Innova (4 pax per car)
✓Local transport from Govindghat to Pulna and back
✓Experienced local trekking guide with cook and support team (Days 2–5)
✓All trekking permits and entry fees
✓GST (5%)

Not Included

—Flights to and from Dehradun
—Transit lunches on Days 1, 6 and 7 (while driving)
—Ponies / palanquins for the Hemkund Sahib ascent
—Personal expenses (tips, snacks, drinks, laundry)
—Anything not listed under Inclusions

Good to Know

Physical demand

Moderate to challenging

Group size

10 pilgrims maximum

Best for

Trekkers & nature lovers

Altitude

Up to 4,400m (Hemkund)

Right for You?

Who this yatra is for

A carefully paced journey for pilgrims who want depth without discomfort — scholar-led, small-group, and quietly looked after from arrival to farewell.

Who Can Join

Suited to devotees, seniors, families, and thoughtful travellers who value ritual, scholarship, and the company of a small group.

Challenges to Expect

Mountain roads, temple queues, and occasional altitude. We plan for weather, medical support, and rest days so the pace stays humane.

Fitness Expectations

For treks at altitude, three to four weeks of light cardio and daily walks are ideal. We share a preparation guide once you reserve.

Questions

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