7-Day Hemkund Sahib and Chopta Itinerary in June 2023

1. Day 1: Arrival in Haridwar
   45 mins (23.7 km) from Jolly Grant Airport

   In the morning, visit the Mansa Devi Temple and Har Ki Pauri for the Ganga Aarti in the evening.

2. Day 2: Joshimath
   9 hours (255 km) from Haridwar

   Take a scenic drive to Joshimath and visit the Narsingh Temple, Kalpavriksha and explore the local market.

3. Day 3: Auli
   1 hour (12 km) from Joshimath

   Go on a scenic cable car ride to Auli and trek to Gurso Bugyal for breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

4. Day 4: Hemkund Sahib
   3 hours (21 km) from Joshimath

   Embark on a steep trek to the revered Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara, surrounded by seven snow-capped peaks and a glacial lake.

5. Day 5: Rudraprayag
   7 hours (170 km) from Hemkund Sahib

   Travel to Rudraprayag and visit the Koteshwar Mahadev Temple and the scenic Confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers.

6. Day 6: Chopta
   3 hours (87 km) from Rudraprayag

   Hike to Tungnath and Chandrashila in the morning for stunning views of the Himalayas. In the evening, relax by the campfire and stargaze.

7. Day 7: Departure
   7 hours (240 km) from Chopta to Dehradun Airport

   Drive to Dehradun Airport for your departure flight.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider are the Badrinath Temple, Valley of Flowers National Park and the Kedarnath Temple. A side trip to Rishikesh for white water rafting and bungee jumping is also recommended. Make sure to pack warm clothes, waterproof jackets, sunscreen, and comfortable hiking shoes.

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