Source of the Ganges & beyond (09 Nights / 10 Days )

The River Ganges or the Ganga is the most sacred river in the Hindu religion and its source at Gaumukh (Cow's mouth) on the Gangotri glacier is one of the holiest destinations for Hindu. Pilgrims and adventureres alike, come here to witness the birth of Mother Ganga at Gaumukh, the snout of the Gangotri glacier. Many pilgrims take a dip in the freezing cold water of the river to 'cleanse themselves of their sins'.

Day 01 : Delhi - Rishikesh (230 km / 6 hrs) Early morning after breakfast drive to Rishikesh, enroute visiting Haridwar. On arrival check-in at hotel. Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 : Rishikesh - Uttarkashi (1158 m) (160 km / 6-7 hrs) Morning depart by surface to Uttarkashi. On arrival we check-in the Hotel. Afternoon visit the ancient Vishwanath Temple. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 03 : Uttarkashi - Gangotri (3048 m) (100 km / 4-5 hrs) Early morning depart by surface to Gangotri, (3048 m) amidst captivating surroundings. On arrival we check-in the Hotel / Tourist Bangalow . Evening at leisure and attend Aarti (prayer) ceremony at the temple . Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 04 : Gangotri - Bhojwasa (3792 m) (14 km trek / 5-6 hrs) After early breakfast we start walking on the well-beaten track towards Chirbasa (3600 m) , which is on the treeline. From here we get a clear view of the Bhagirathi Peak. Beyond Chirbasa the terrain becomes really desolate and barren. From Chirbasa we reach Bhojwasa (3792 m) on the banks of the River Bhagirathi. On arrival we check-in the Camp / Hotel. Evening at leisure and enjoy the beauty of the place. Dinner and overnight at the Camp / Hotel.

Day 05 : Bhojwasa - Gaumukh (3892 m) - Tapovan (4 km + 5 km trek / 5-6 hrs) After breakfast we trek 4 km in 2 hrs to Gaumukh, the source of River Ganges. After spending sometime at this fascinating sight, we carefully cross the Gangotri Glacier and start the steep climb to reach the beautiful meadow of Tapovan , with majestic view of peaks like Shivling (6540 m), Meru and Bhagirathi massifs (above 6500 m). On arrival we occupy our tents. Rest of the day we enjoy the beauty of the place. Dinner and overnight stay in the tents.

Day 06 : Tapovan - Nandanvan (6 km / 5-6 hrs) After breakfast we trek 6 km to Nandanvan (4337 m). We again carefully cross Gangotri Glacier and reach Nandanvan at the base of the Bhagirathi peaks. Nandanvan is also a beautiful alpine meadow. On arrival we occupy our tents. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in the tents.

Day 07 : Nandanvan - Bhojwasa (12 km / 6-7 hrs) After breakfast we trek back to Bhojwasa. On arrival we check-in the Camp / Hotel. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the Camp / Hotel.

Day 08 : Bhojwasa to Gangotri (14 Kms/ 6-7hrs) After breakfast we start trekking to reach Gangotri. On arrival we check-in the Hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 09 : Gangotri - Rishikesh (245 km / 9-10 hrs) After breakfast drive to Rishikesh. On arrival chack-in the Hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.

Day 10 : Rishikesh - Delhi Morning drive back to Delhi , straight to airport for onward connection .