Meeting and assistance on arrival at Delhi by our representative and transfer to hotel. (Hotel Check-in time is 1400 hrs).
Delhi
India's largest city, Delhi, has been one of the countrys commercial and economic hubs for centuries and, as a result, is incredibly rich in culture and history. Made up of the ancient walled city of Old Delhi and the more modern sector, New Delhi, the city encompasses a staggering array of beautiful architecture, notable monuments and age-old temples, including three UNESCO World Heritage Sites the Red Fort, Qutab Minar and Humayun's Tomb. Other key attractions include the 17th century Chandni Chowk marketplace still one of the citys most popular retail centres today, particularly for jewellery and traditional Indian saris; the iconic Bahi Lotus Temple an award-winning architectural gem; and the Jama Masjid, Indias largest mosque.
Overnight at hotel in DELHI.
Breakfast at hotel
Sightseeing Delhi - Visit Jama Masjid, enjoy a Bi Cycle Rickshaw Ride, Raj Ghat, Red Fort (Photo stop only).
Lunch at Local Restaurant.
Later visit Parliament House, President House, visit Qutab Minar & Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Dinner at Local restaurant.
In time departure transfer to the Railway Station to connect Train to Haridwar.
Dep: 0630 hrs
Arr : 1200 hrs
Packed breakfast in train.
On arrival drive to Rishikesh Ashram.(20 kms/ 01 hr )
Rishikesh
Nestled in the mountains of northern India, on the banks of the mighty Ganges, Rishikesh is a holy town and spiritual centre for local and international pilgrims alike. Ashrams, yoga centres and temples make up the bulk of the buildings, with the revered Parmarth Niketan Ashram taking centre stage. Labelled as the World Capital of Yoga this is the place to visit if stretching your spine is top of your holiday to do list. A ritual not to be missed is the Ganga Satri ritual (pujah) that is performed on the steps of the Parmarth Niketan Ashram overlooking the river every evening at sunset.
The best Located Guest House High Bank Peasants Cottage or High Bank Himalyan Retreat for Bonfire BBQ & Dinner with staff going to be with you on the trip.
Tonight Camp fire BBQ Dinner & overnight stay in RISHIKESH.
Breakfast at hotel
Drive to Okhimath, the winter seat of lord Kedarnath. The entire drive today is along the Ganga, Alaknanda and Mandakini river.
We stop at Devprayag, the historical town situated on the banks of for the famous confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda river.
Stop at Rudraprayag for lunch.
After lunch we drive through the Mandakini Valley along the river.
Arrive Okhimath, the winter seat of lord Kedarnath, visit the temple of Okhimath through the small hill town and drive to camp at Dogal bitta.
Dinner and overnight in CAMPS.
Morning after breakfast we drive to SARI.
Arrive and commence trek to Devriatal, one of the best high altitude Himalayan Lakes. Initially the trek goes through the village trail, giving you a chance to have a close encounter with the settlement pattern, dress, jewellery and life style of the mountain people. Later the trek goes through the thick forest. On the last stretch we come close to the tree line to reach the lake. Enjoy the outstanding view of Greater Himalayan peaks in the lake. Explore the area and trek to Sari, the typical Garhwali mountain village. We join the village women carrying heavy loads of dry leaves for their fields.
Trek down to road head drive to camp.
Dinner and Overnight in CAMPS.
Morning after breakfast trek to Chopta.
After a cup of tea we commence trek to Tungnath. The entire trek is a gradual ascent through the dwarf Rhododendron bushes. One encounters Mt. Chukhmba (A mountain with four Pillars) from different angles. Lunch. Those who are fit enough can climb up to ChandraShilla.
Arrive Chandrashilla, enjoy the 360 degrees of panoramic view of Greater Himalayan Peaks as well as the valley behind.
Experience the godly vibrations and trek back to camp.
Dinner and overnight in CAMPS.
Morning after breakfast walk to Kedarnath Musk Deer sanctuary.
Arrive and commence drive to Rishikesh. We drive through the thick forests of sanctuary till we reach mandal. Later we drive along the roaring Alaknanda river .
Lunch enroute
Arrive and transfer to Himalayan Retreat Eco Camp resort.
Evening Camp fire and Dinner. Overnight High Bank Himalayan Retreat.
Morning after breakfast, proceed for special rafting run with safety Kayaks & dukkies.
Today we raft down from Shivpuri to Muni Ki Reti (17 Kms). We hit good morning, return to sender, Roller Coaster, Golf Course and Club House , Initiation, Double Trouble, Hilton & Terminator. One can try cliff Jump and body Surfing on this section. Try a hand on Dukies (Inflatable Kayak) near the camp. In the later part we float past temples and ashrams and Ghats enjoying the river bank life along the Ganga.
Lunch and wash and Change at High Bank.
In time departure transfer to the Railway Station to connect Train to New Delhi.
Dep: 1815 hrs
Arr : 2245 hrs
Assistance on arrival at Delhi railway station and transfer to International airport to connect for your onward return flight back home.
END OF THE TOUR