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Valley of Flowers National Park
World Heritage Site
Location:Uttaranchal (India) |
   
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. More than 300 species of wild flowers bloom and swing with life during the monsoons. Also inhabiting the place is the amazing variety of Himalayan butterflies. Hidden from the probing eyes of civilization, this valley had been known to the inhabitants as the Bhyundar Valley, the playground of fairies and nymphs. Legends also associate this valley with the area from where Hanumanji of Ramayana collected "Sanjeevani" herbs to revive Lakshmana, the younger brother of Rama.The valley can be visited only during the day, and overnight stay is prohibited. |
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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,Cobra Lily,Clematis vine,Inula, Himalayan Balsam,Himalayan Hogweed,Himalayan Whorlflower,
Edelweiss,Trailing Bellflower,blue geraniums,red berries,forget-me-not.
Duration : 6 Nights / 7 Days.
Best Time to Visit : June – October.
Destination Covered: Delhi - Haridwar - Joshimath - Ghangaria –Valley of Flowers - Srinagar – Delhi
Altitude:
Govindghat (1828 Mts).
Ghangharia (3200 Mts).
Valley of Flowers (3650 Mts).
Climate:
August : (Max) 18 Deg C. (Min) 10.5 Deg C.
September : (Max) 16 Deg C. (Min) 8.5 Deg C.
October : (Max) 12.5 Deg C. (Min) 5.6 Deg C.
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Day 1- Arrive Delhi- Haridwar:
Early morning pick up from Delhi and Drive to Hraidwar, Overnight in
Hotel.
The Uttaranchal region of North India is speckled with some of the holiest of Hindu pilgrimage sites and Haridwar is one such major attractions. It is the birth place of yoga is now the Hatha Yoga Capital of the World,.Located in the laps of lower Himalayas, and is surrounded by scenic beauty of the hills on three sides with Holy Ganga flowing through it, thousands of tourists every year, who come to seek mental peace in the midst of the humdrum of modern life. pace in Rishikesh is much more mellow than Delhi, and you will enjoy walking about town undisturbed by touts and hawkers The whole place is considered to be sacred as it is believed that meditation at this place leads to attainment of salvation. |
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Day 2- Haridwar – Joshimath :
Early Morning after Breakfast drive to Joshimath 265 km.
The Entire Drive is along the Alaknanda River Arrive Josimath ,check in at hotel Dinner & overnight in hotel at Josimath.
Day 3:Joshimath-Govind ghat-Ghangaria.
After breakfast drive to Govind ghat 15km,then trek to ghangaria 14 km with
Pack lunch.reach ghangaria.dinner & overnight in tents/lodge.
Govindghat is the confluence of Alaknanda and Laxman Ganga Rivers. It has an imposing Gurudwara named after Guru Govind Singh.Ghangria is the base camp for treks to Valley of Flowers and Hemkund, where lodging and boarding facilities are available. Rivers Pushpawati and Hem Ganga meet here to form Lakshman Ganga.
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Day 4: Ghangaria-Valley of flowers-Ghangaria
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 come back to Ghangaria. Dinner & overnight stay in tents/lodge..
Day 5: Ghangaria-Hemkund Sahib-Ghangaria.
After breakfast 6 km trek to Hemkundsahib (4329 m) from Ghangaria.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 & overnight stay in tents/lodge |
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Day 6:Ghangaria-Govind ghat-Srinagar.
After breakfast leave for Govindghat on the trek of 14 kms and reach govindghat before afternoon and drive back to Srinagar via Rudraprayag . check in hotel on arrival and relax. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 7:Srinagar-Delhi.
After breakfast we Drive back to Delhi via Rishikesh and Haridwar.Reach Delhi and dropping at Airport or Railway Station.Tour Ends.Sweet Memories..!!
No of Travellers |
Transport Used |
Regular |
Deluxe |
Luxury |
2 Person |
Tata Indica |
Rs 14,250 |
Rs 17,050 |
Rs 19,950 |
4 Person |
Chevorlet Tavera |
Rs 11,800 |
Rs 14,600 |
Rs 17,500 |
6 Person |
Chevorlet Tavera |
Rs 10,250 |
Rs 13,100 |
Rs 15,950 |
4 Person |
Toyota Innova |
Rs 12,350 |
Rs 15,150 |
Rs 18,000 |
6 Person |
Toyota Innova |
Rs 10,650 |
Rs 13,450 |
Rs 16,350 |
8 Person |
Tempo Traveller |
Rs 10,050 |
Rs 12,850 |
Rs 15,850 |
10 Person |
Tempo Traveller |
Rs 9,400 |
Rs 12,250 |
Rs 15,150 |
12 Person |
Tempo Traveller |
Rs 8,950 |
Rs 11,800 |
Rs 14,700 |
Extra Person |
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Rs 3,500 |
Rs 5,500 |
Rs 6,050 |
Hotels Envisaged |
Regular |
Deluxe |
Luxury |
Haridwar |
Queens Shree Jee Inn / Hotel Urmi |
Sun Hotel |
Haveli Hari Ganga / Country Inn |
Josimath |
Shailja Guest House |
Mount View |
Dronagiri (Super Deluxe) |
Ghangaria |
Green Guest House |
Hotel Kuber |
Sarovar Portico Deluxe Camps |
Srinagar (Uttaranchal) |
Shriyantra Tapu Resort
(Std Room) |
Shriyantra Tapu Resort
(Deluxe Room) |
Riverside Resort (Kirtinagar) |
Cost Includes :
- Accomodation in Hotels / Guest House as Mentioned.
- Breakfast & Dinner in all the Hotels.
- Transportation as mentioned Starting from Delhi to Delhi.
- Visiting all Temples and Sites during entire trip.
- All Taxes.
Cost Excludes :
- Trekking Permits.
- Guide.
- Items of Personal Nature .e.g,table drinks,telephone and travel insurance.
- Riding ponies on trek.(can be arranged there and then).
- Porter charges (for personal luggage)
- Any other expenses incurred due to bad weather, road closure, land slides,Insurance, etc.
- Hotel Accomodation in Delhi.
- Any other trip other then specified above.
Check List of Essential Personal Items for Trekking:-
01. WOOLEN THERMALS
02. HIKING TREKKING SHOES
03. WIND / RAIN PROOF JACKET
04. WOOLEN SOCKS
05. WATER BOTTLE
06. TOILETRIES/TOWEL/SOAP ETC. FOR PERSONAL USE
07. TOILET PAPER – OPTIONAL.
08. FLASHLIGHT – VERY IMPORTANT
09. SUNSHADE/CAP
10. SUNSCREEN LOTION
11. SUNGLASSES
12. CORD FOR SPECTACLES & SUNGLASSES
13. CAMERA (OPTIONAL)
14. PERSONAL MEDICATION (IF ANY)
15. SMALL DAY PACK TO CARRY CAMERA,PACKED LUNCH,WATER
BOTTLE ON WALK
16. VASELINE
Note: Please keep your personal items to a minimum (besides the essentials) so that your bag (No Hard Shells Please) is light and easy to carry. An extra daypack is a must to carry your camera, packed lunch and water bottle.
What to carry: Keep it light – although what you carry with you is a very personal decision. Some of our guests love to travel as light as possible while others are only happy when they have countless bits of equipment for every possible occurrence, most of which will never be used. The list we sent out covers all essentials that you must carry. What you are expected to carry during the day on the trail is a day pack - to carry things that you will need throughout the day, such as your camera, extra film rolls, water bottle, packed lunch, sweets, rehydration powders, waterproofs, toilet paper, a fleece or a jumper. It may be also advisable to carry a small flashlight in your daypack, just in case.
Good footwear is very important – most trails in the Indian Himalayas are pretty rough and steep so a good pair of shoes is important. Socks, both for walking and a pair of warm ones for keeping feet warm at night, is a good bet. Its important to bring a broken in shoe than a brand new one which could cause severe blisters.
Altitude considerations : Travel to any part of the Indian Himalayas deserves a little more respect than many other high altitude destinations because the most of the regions lie over 2600 meters (8500 ft). People in good health should not get alarmed by this but if you have a medical condition such as high blood pressure, heart or lung disease, you must take the advise of a doctor who has experience with the effects of altitude. We do not
take heart or lung patients, or pregnant mothers on such trips.
Any kind of exercise which gets you fitter before this trip is advisable, as it will enable you to enjoy the region more.
Please do call us for any further assistance.
cheers
Naresh Kathait | Country Wide Tours And Travels
12 Hauz Khas Village
Sky floor
New Delhi - 110 016 (India)
Tel: 011 26537683.
Email:
countrywidetours@gmail.com
countrywidetour@hotmail.com
24 hrs helpline: 9312318417 / 9818788890.
Uttarakhand Contact :
Venture Himalayas
5-Kailash Gate
Muni Ki Reti, Rishikesh-249137
Garhwal Himalayas (India).
Active member of IAPRO.
Active member of UFO (Uttaranchal Finest Outdoors) The states Outfitters Association.
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