Enchanting Garhwal Holidays Tour from SOTC

Day - 1 - Dehradun Tour– Sursinghdhar (New Tehri) – 110 kms/2-3 hrs

Arrive Dehradun, you will be met upon arrival and transferred to Sursingdhar (New Tehri), Enroute you would pass the holy towns of Hardwar and Rishikesh, where you could stop depending on the time available. Arrive and proceed to your Himalayan Eco lodge. Relax for some time and you could also set off on a short walk in the surrounding forests. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 2 - Sursinghdhar (New Tehri)

Wake up in the morning to wonderful views of the big Himalayan peaks, including India’s second-highest peak, Nanda Devi. Post breakfast set off on a drive to Dhanaulti, where you should make a pitstop to visit the Eco Park, which is an initiative of the locals and the administration to create an eco-friendly and green forest area. Spend some time here and then return back to the lodge through the forests at Kanatal. Post lunch relaxes for some time and then set off for a session of Rappelling under the supervision of our instructors. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner Overnight. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 3 - Sursinghdhar (New Tehri) – Kund (150 kms/5-6 hrs)

Post breakfast, depart for. Enroute you would visit the Tehri Dam and Lake. This huge man-made structure is a sight worth seeing and a whole town was submerged to make way for this superstructure. Spend some time on the banks of the lake and continue to Kund. This lodge is located on the banks of the River Mandakini and has a wonderful view of the snow-clad Kedar peak. Once here relax on the banks of the river and towards evening drive up to the Ukhimath temple, the winter seat of the Kedarnath deity. Return to the lodge for bonfire and dinner. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 4 - Kund

Early morning set off on a Bird Watching trip with an expert. This area is rich in endemic bird species and you would get to see this wide variety in addition to more flora and fauna. Return to the lodge for breakfast. Post breakfast, drive up to Sari (45 mins) and from here trek up to the high altitude lake, Deoriatal. This lake is surrounded by thick forest and you get a panoramic view of the Himalayan peaks. The reflection of the Chaukhamba peak in the crystal clear waters of the lake is well worth travelling any distance to see!! Return trek and drive to the lodge. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 5 - Kund – Auli Tour(120 kms/4-5 hrs)

Post early breakfast, begin the drive to Auli. Enroute stopover at Chopta which is described as the mini-Switzerland of India. This place is surrounded by undulating meadows and has a panoramic view of the big peaks of the Himalayas. Enjoy a hot cup of tea here and set off for Auli. Once in Auli, you could admire the natural beauty of the place and the location of the lodge itself. Today you could relax at the lodge itself and also go across to Joshimath. In the night, bonfire and dinner at the lodge. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 6 - Auli

After breakfast, trek up for 2-3 hrs to the high altitude meadows of Gurson. During this trek, you would pass through the famed ski slopes of Auli that are considered among the best in Asia. All through the trek, you would see the mighty peaks of the Himalayas (including Nanda Devi) that seem an arm’s length away. Spend some time in these serene setting and return to the lodge towards evening for overnight stay.

Day - 7 - Auli – Jayalgarh (205 kms/6-7 hrs)

Post breakfast; depart for our riverside camp, Camp High 5 in Jayalgarh. During this drive, you would again pass the Tehri Dam and Lake. Once you reach Jayalgarh check into your camp set on the banks of river Alaknanda offering some stunning views. While in Camp you may choose from various activities like Rappelling, Bridge Slithering, Rope activities, Rock Climbing, Trekking, Hiking, visit a local village or school available at the camp (Rafting is suspended between June till September) OR simply relax in your camp. Overnight at the camp.

Day - 8 - Jayalgarh - Dehradun (100 kms/3 hrs)

After breakfast transfer to Dehradun airport to board your onward flight back home.