Valley of Flowers National Park Tour Packages

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We Have Customize the Valley of Flowers Trip in Four Option

No.1

• Auli and Gorson Meadow 3300 meter Trek with Asian Highest and Longest Cable Car Ride and 800 meter Chair car Ride/
• Duration of the Trip 7 nights 8 Days
• Departure Weekend Friday , Saturday and Sunday
• Ends on Friday, Saturday and Sunday

No.2

• Auli and Gorson Meadow 3300 meter Trek with Asian Highest and Longest Cable Car Ride and 800 meter Chair car Ride/
• Duration of the Trip 6 nights 7 Days
• Departure Weekend Friday , Saturday and Sunday
• Ends on Friday, Saturday and Sunday

No.3

• Auli and Gorson Meadow 3300 meter Trek with Asian Highest and Longest Cable Car Ride and 800 meter Chair car Ride/
• Duration of the Trip 7 nights 8 Days
• Departure Weekend Friday , Saturday and Sunday
• Ends on Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• Holy Shrine Badrinath Temple Visit as well Mana Village and Local Sight Seeing Visit.

No.4

• Auli and Gorson Meadow 3300 meter Trek with Asian Highest and Longest Cable Car Ride and 800 meter Chair car Ride/
• Duration of the Trip 5 nights 6 Days
• Departure Weekend Friday , Saturday and Sunday
• Ends on Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Valley of Flowers National Park Trekking tour packages ::

Valley of flowers is a fairy-land situated high in the Himalayas of the Uttaranchal, at an altitude of 3,600 meters above the sea-level, protected by snowy mountains. Unknown to humans, for centuries this is enchanting valley lay frozen during the colder months, and burst into its youthful beauty every year, as the snow melted with the advent of summer. This world famous Heritage Site Valley of Flowers is situated in the upper expansions of Bhyundar Ganga in the far interior of Garhwal Himalayas.

General Information ::-> Why to trek Valley of flowers ? Virgin places at Valley of flowers | Inner Trek in Valley of flowers | Flowers in the Valley of flowers

Tour for the Valley of Flowers Trekking

Spread over an area of 87.5 Sq. Km. The valley is at an altitude of is 3,250 M to 6,750 M above mean sea level. Many a legend are associated with this vibrant and eye catching Valley, and are often in the epics of the Ramayana and Mahabharat. The valley of Flowers National Park starts from Ghangharia but the main valley starts after crossing the gorge and the stream starting from Nar Parvat, At the entrance of the Valley stands the snow-clad peak of Ratban Parvat, towards the left is Nar Parvat, which separates the Badrinath valley from this valley, and to the right is dense Birch forest on the hillsides. It was in 1931 that Frank Smythe and Holdsworth stumbled on the valley while returning from their successful Kamet expedition. They were "at once transported from a region of solemn austerity to a fairyland of dainty flowers, most of them dwarf, but brilliant in colour". Bustling with beautiful, lively and vibrant colours, this park spread over an area of 87.5 sq. kms. has the largest collection of wild flower species.As though created by nature itself, the beauty of the park is enhance by the Pushpawati river flowing in the vicinity overlooked by towering Rataban peak in the background.

The scope for trekking in Garhwal and Kumaon is immense. From short walks to arduous ascents to mountaineering expeditions,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.

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 she was buried by the locals. The thoughtful memorial is still there.

The bloom starts immediately after the melting of snow but the peak blooming period is from mid July to mid August. Almost 300 species of wild flowers bloom here unhindered by mankind.The myriad shades of the valley have attracted lots of travellers through the years.

RARE FLORA - Ranunculus, Pedicularis, MarshMarigold, Rhododendrons, Brahmakamal, Corydalis, Bistorta, Epilobium, Nomocharis, Oxypetala, Daisy, Sibbaldia, Anaphalis, Cypripedium Strawberry, Arisaema Costatum, Himalayan blue Poppy, Dianthus, Calendula, Yellow Anemones, Lilium.

Hemkund : The high altitude Hemkund lake (4329 mts.) lies in heavenly environs. A steep trek from Ghangharia leads one to this spot in about four to six hours. It is an important pilgrimage for both Hindus and Sikhs, as well as for people from other faiths. There is a Sikh Gurudwara and a Lakshman temple built on the bank of the lake. Encircled by seven snow clad peaks and their associated glaciers, it reflects its surroundings enchantingly on its crystal clear serene waters. The glaciers from Hathi Parvat and Saptrishi peaks feed the lake and a small stream called Himganga flows out of this lake.

Fixed Departure Valley of Trekking Trips : We offer fix departure trekking trips of the Valley of Flowers trekking promising full value to your money. Fixed departures trips are minimum 2 to maximum 10 persons in one group making it eco friendly.

Duration 5 Nights / 6 Days
Destination Covered : Rishikesh - Joshimath - Ghangaria - Hemkund Sahib - rishikesh

Day 1 : Rishikesh - Joshimath
On arrival transfer to midway for freshening up and then leave for Joshimath by car. On the way visit Rudra prayag where Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers meet. On arrival at Joshimath, check in hotel. Dinner & Night Halt.

Day 2 : Joshimath - Ghangaria
Early morning we leave from Joshimath for Govindghat, which is the starting point for the trek. 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. Arrange porters and prepare for the trek. After a light breakfast, 14 km trek up to Ghangaria. Dinner & Night halt at Camp. ( All meals at camp).

Day 3 : Ghangaria - Valley Of Flowers - Ghangria
After breakfast 4 km trek to Valley Of Flowers (3858 m ) from Ghangaria. 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 snowclad 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 & Night halt at camp. ( Pack lunch and dinner ).

Day 4 : Ghangaria - Hemkundsahib - Ghangaria
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. We visit Lake & Gurudwara. Again 6 km trek back to Ghangaria. Dinner & Night halt at camp. ( All meals )

Day 5 : Ghangaria - Joshimath
After breakfast leave for Govindghat on the trek of 14 kms and reach govindghat be afternoon and drive back to Joshimath after that. check in hotel on arrival and relax. One can also visit Auli in the evening. overnight at hotel. ( breakfast and lunch ).

Day 6: Joshimath - rishikesh
Early morning we leave with packed breakfast from Joshimath for Haridwar. On the way visit Devprayag and Rishikesh.

COST:: Depending on Group Seize the price will be quota ::

COSTS include:  Road transportation from Haridwar to Haridwar by NAC local car, Accommodation in Medium / Standard Class Hotels (where applicable) on a twin sharing basis, all Meals,  tents  on twin share basis, Trekking Valley experience guide,

COSTS exclude:  Accommodation in Delhi / Rishikesh, Personal Insurance,personal luggage, all alcoholic beverages and Expenses of personal nature. Entrance Fees, Personal luggae, riding pony any drinkg, mineral water snacks etc...

 The Above Costs are :
1.        Subject to government service tax which is at  present 5%
2.       Nett & non commissionable.
 
Valid for trekking season from Feb to November.

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