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Adventure Itinerary from Lucknow to Hemkund Sahib in June 2023

  1. Day 1: Haridwar
    5 h 30 min (238 km) from Lucknow

    Start your day early and reach Haridwar by afternoon. Witness the enchanting Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri in the evening, which is a spiritual experience like no other. Take a dip in the holy river Ganges.

  2. Day 2: Joshimath
    8 h 30 min (276 km) from Haridwar

    Leave Haridwar in the morning and reach Joshimath by late afternoon. Take the cable car ride from Joshimath to Auli for a breathtaking view of the Himalayas. Relax and enjoy the scenic beauty in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Valley of Flowers National Park
    3 h 30 min (80 km) from Joshimath

    Wake up early and drive to the Valley of Flowers National Park. Hike through the serene valley to witness the splendor of alpine flowers. Spend the evening in Govindghat and rest for the night.

  4. Day 4: Ghangaria
    1 h 30 min (7.5 km) from Govindghat

    Take a cab to reach Govindghat and continue on a 13 km trek to Ghangaria. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Himalayas and the lush greenery throughout the journey. Rest at Ghangaria in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Hemkund Sahib
    7.2 km from Ghangaria

    Start your day early and trek to the holy shrine of Hemkund Sahib. This 6 km trek is a challenging one, but the majestic view of the Himalayas and the serene Hemkund lake at the top are worth every step.

  6. Day 6: Rishikesh
    13 km from Haridwar

    Take a cab to Rishikesh and indulge yourself in the adventure sports like white water rafting, bungee jumping, and zipline. Visit the Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Niketan, and Triveni Ghat in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Haridwar
    20 km from Rishikesh

    End your trip on a peaceful note by visiting the Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, and Daksha Mahadev Temple. Take a walk along the ghats and enjoy the local street food before heading back home.

Recommendations

While in Haridwar, take a dip in the Ganges, visit the Haridwar Market and try the lip-smacking local food. You can also plan a side trip to the Rajaji National Park from Haridwar. In Rishikesh, you can also attend the Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan in the evening. Maximise your fun by staying for a night in Auli and enjoying the snow-clad mountains.

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