This all-season trek is known for its scenic beauty. It passes through some beautiful forests and offers excellent views of the snow clad peaks. We can visit the 1000-year-old Tungnath temple during this trek. This temple is known as the highest shrine of Lord Shiva. It is one of the panch-kedars and is believed to have been built by Arjuna himself. Chandrashila is famous for its breath-taking panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges. It is one of the few peaks that can also be climbed in the winter months. We also visit the picturesque Deoriatal which is famous for mirroring the Chaukhamba peak in its waters. A lake shrouded in legends, it is believed the Devas (Gods) bathed in this lake and hence the name. Some say that it was the place from where the mighty Pandavas of the epic Mahabharata were asked queries by Yaksha. The lake is also believed to be the "Indra Sarovar" referred to in the Puranas by wandering Sadhus.
- Tungnath temple - The highest Shiva temples in the world.
- 360 degree view from Chandrashila top.
- Breathtaking view of Mt. Chaukhamba during the entire trek.
- Experience the beautiful rhododendrons blooming all along the trail.
Day 1 – Delhi to Dehradun
- Reporting at New Delhi railway station at 02.00 pm and proceed to Dehradun by train.
- Reach Dehradun by 09.00 pm and check in at Hotel.
- Overnight stay at Hotel near railway station in Dehradun.
Day 2 - Dehradun to Sari (2,000 m)
We start early and drive through the towns of Devprayag and Rudraprayag to reach Sari village. The route follows the river Ganges till Devprayag, the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. From here, we follow Alaknanda till Rudraprayag, where Alaknanda and Mandakini merge into one. Rudraprayag has been mentioned in the book ‘The Man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag’ by the famous big cat hunter Jim Corbett. The river Mandakini is followed upstream from here. We reach Sari by early evening. Overnight in tents near the village.
Day 3 - Sari to Deoriatal (2,430 m)
On this day, we embark on the trail, up the hill to Deoriatal. The pretty walk through rhododendrons takes one to the ridge above the village. Deoriatal is a small lake with a meadow beside it. The view of the mountain ranges from here are fabulous. The Chaukhamba massif gets reflected on the clear water at times. Since, the trek is short, one can spend the day soaking in the peaceful forest environment and can also go for short walks around the lake.
Day 4 - Deoriatal to Chopta (2,680 m)
The walk on this day is fairly level and through some beautiful forest and meadows. The trail starts from the forest department cottages near Deoriatal. It enters the forest and soon reaches close to a ridge from where the village of Sari is visible far below on our right. We enter the forest again from here. The rhododendron flowers here bloom in spring and one gets the feel of walking through a park. The colors range from red to various shades of pink. If we are trekking in the winter months, some snow can be present in the shadowy areas. There are two camping options, either camp short of Chopta near a stream, or at the meadows below the shops at Chopta.
Day 5 - Chopta to Tungnath temple (3,680 m) to Chandrashila (3,950 m) and back to Chopta (2,680 m)
We start early today. Form the picturesque environs of Chopta, we take the path through the arch leading up to the temple. The path is a paved one having handrails at places. At times, one can catch a glimpse of the monal bird in the forest on the left side of the path. Monal is type of pheasant and the state bird of Uttarakhand. Tungnath is a short 2 km trek from Chopta. The temple is only visible in the last few hundred metres. After a visit to the age old temple, we head up to the peak. Soaking in the stunning panoramic view of the Himalayas from Chandrashila, we begin heading down to Chopta and reach by late afternoon.
Day 6 - Chopta to Dehradun
On this day, we can visit Omkareshwar temple in Ukhimath. It is the winter abode of the idol of Kedarnath temple. We drive back to Dehradun and reach by early evening. Overnight stay in Dehradun.
Day 7 - Time to Say Good Bye and cherish unforgettable memories of trek
- Departure for Delhi by 05.00 am by train and reach New Delhi railway station by approx.12.30 pm.
- You can book your onward journey anytime after 3.00 pm on this day.
- There is an option to book flight directly from Jolly Grant Airport located near Dehradun and fly back home.
What is included in the tour
- Transportation from Delhi to Delhi.
- Stay is included from Day 1 to Day 6 (Dehradun to Dehradun). You will be staying in a Hotel/guest house at the base camp. The rest of the days will be camping on the trek.
- Vegetarian meals along the trek route from the Base Camp to Base Camp.
- Sleeping bag, mattress, tents, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required).
- Professional outdoor experts, guide, cook and support staff.
- All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.
- First aid medical kit.
What is NOT included in the tour
- Personal luggage with mass not exceeding 12 kg per bag per person can be carried by porters/mules @ Rs 400 per day per bag (Total Rs. 2000/-).
- Meals during transit from Pune to Base Camp and back.
- Medical expenses (apart from first aid).
- Any kind of shopping, mineral water, optional sight-seeing, and any other expenses of personal nature.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
- Clothing of personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing etc. (You can rent out from us)
- Any other item not mentioned in the cost include section.