5-Day Adventure and Nature Exploration in Valley of Flowers, Uttarakhand, India

Day 1: Arrival and Trek Start

Govindghat to Ghangaria, Uttarakhand, India on June 10, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at Govindghat

Enjoy traditional north Indian breakfast at a local guesthouse or small eatery in Govindghat before starting the trek.
INR100, 1h0m

8:00AM

Trek to Ghangaria

Begin the 14 km trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria, which is the base for Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. The path runs alongside the river and offers majestic views.
Free, 6h0m

2:00PM

Lunch in Ghangaria

Have lunch at the local guesthouses offering simple vegetarian meals with fresh mountain produce.
INR200, 1h0m

3:00PM

Rest and acclimatize

Spend the afternoon resting and acclimatizing to the altitude in Ghangaria at 3,100 meters.
Free, 3h0m

6:00PM

Dinner

Enjoy dinner at a local guesthouse specializing in hearty local dishes like dal, rice, and vegetable curries.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 2: Valley of Flowers Trek

Valley of Flowers National Park, Uttarakhand, India on June 11, 2025

6:30AM

Breakfast in Ghangaria

Grab an early breakfast to fuel the day’s exploration of the Valley of Flowers.
INR150, 1h0m

7:30AM

Visit Valley of Flowers

Trek into the Valley of Flowers National Park, marvel at the wide variety of endemic alpine flowers and rare wildlife. The park is open from 7 AM to 5 PM during the season.
INR150 for entry, 6h0m

1:30PM

Lunch picnic

Pack a picnic lunch from Ghangaria or local stores and enjoy it inside the Valley surrounded by nature.
INR200, 1h0m

2:30PM

Continue exploring the valley

Continue hiking across different parts of the valley and take photographs of breathtaking landscapes.
Included, 2h0m

4:30PM

Return trek to Ghangaria

Head back to Ghangaria to rest after the long day of exploration.
Free, 1h30m

6:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at a local guesthouse, enjoy comforting food after a day of trekking.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 3: Hemkund Sahib Pilgrimage

Hemkund Sahib, Uttarakhand, India on June 12, 2025

5:30AM

Breakfast in Ghangaria

Have an early breakfast to begin the trek to Hemkund Sahib, a high-altitude Sikh pilgrimage site.
INR150, 1h0m

6:30AM

Trek to Hemkund Sahib

Start the trek to Hemkund Sahib (about 7 km uphill). The site offers stunning views of the surrounding glaciers and is open from early morning until late evening.
Free, 5h0m

11:30AM

Visit Hemkund Sahib

Explore the sacred Sikh Gurudwara and soak in the spiritual atmosphere along with the scenic alpine lake.
Free, 1h0m

12:30PM

Lunch at Hemkund

Enjoy Langar (free community meal) at the gurudwara, typically including simple vegetarian food.
Free, 1h0m

1:30PM

Return trek to Ghangaria

Descend back to Ghangaria for rest after a strenuous day.
Free, 4h0m

5:30PM

Evening rest and dinner

Have dinner and rest at Ghangaria guesthouse.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 4: Local Exploration and Relaxation

Ghangaria Village and Surroundings, Uttarakhand, India on June 13, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast in Ghangaria

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your guesthouse to prepare for a relaxed day.
INR150, 1h0m

9:00AM

Explore Ghangaria and local trails

Take easy short walks around the village and nearby forests to observe local flora and fauna. Visit local shops and interact with villagers.
Free, 3h0m

12:30PM

Lunch at local eatery

Eat at a local small café with options of Indian staples and delicious snacks.
INR200, 1h0m

1:30PM

Rest or optional photography tour

Rest or take a guided photography walk capturing the beautiful mountain scenery and endemic plants.
INR300 for guide, 3h0m

5:00PM

Dinner

Dinner at guesthouse featuring local organic vegetable dishes.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 5: Return Journey

Ghangaria to Govindghat, Uttarakhand, India on June 14, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast in Ghangaria

Start with a good breakfast to prepare for the downhill trek back.
INR150, 1h0m

8:00AM

Trek back to Govindghat

Begin the 14 km descent back to Govindghat, enjoying the last views of the Himalayas and surrounding forests.
Free, 6h0m

2:00PM

Lunch in Govindghat

Have a relaxing late lunch at a local dhaba featuring regional cuisine.
INR250, 1h0m

3:30PM

Departure from Govindghat

Prepare for onward travel from Govindghat by vehicle or public transport.
Varies, N/A
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