SOURCE OF GANGA TAPOVAN TREK
Gangotri Tapovan trek is one of the most fascinating trekking in Garhwal Uttarakhand while passing through Gangotri temple, Pine and Cedar trees and rich at Source of Bhagirithi Ganga called Gaumukh a holy place for Hindu pilgrim. From here step climb for Tapovan and you will see the surrounding beautiful view of Gangotri glacier and the mighty peaks of Garhwal Himalayas Bhagirithi peaks I,II,III Meru and Shivling Peak. The beautiful view of Sunrise and Sunset of Bhagirithi and Shivling peaks.
Highlights of this tour :
- Gangotri temple most famous for Hindu Pilgrimage.
- The beautiful view of Sunrise and Set of Himalayan peaks.
- Evening witness of Arti ceremony at Parmarth Niketan at Rishikesh.
| Day 01 | ARRIVAL DELHI |
On your arrival meet our representative and transfer to hotel. Start for Delhi sightseeing with Humayun Tomb of the Mughal Emperor and drive through the India Gate & President House and reach Rickshaw ride point. Explore Chandni Chowk on the Rickshaw in the heart of Old Delhi a busy shopping area with Bazaar full of spices and marriage saris through crowded narrow side streets and reach Jama Masjid largest mosques of India.
| Day 02 | DELHI – RISHIKESH |
After breakfast, drive from Delhi to Rishikesh via Haridwar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel in Rishikesh. Evening proceed for Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan ghat in Rishikesh. Overnight in Rishikesh.
| Day 03 | RISHIKESH – UTTARKASHI |
Morning after breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Uttarkashi. Enroute, stop at Tehri Lake for photography. Continue drive to Uttarkashi and on arrival check-in at the hotel. Uttarkashi, meaning Kashi of the north, is situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi. Visit Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi which is devoted to Lord Shiva. Overnight in Uttarkashi.
| Day 04 | UTTARKASHI – HARSIL |
This day drive to Harsil – the beautiful spot to see the colors of the nature. Set amidst the beautiful mountain peaks, Harsil is considered amongst the most beautiful places in the Garhwal region. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Harsil.
| Day 05 | HARSIL – GANGOTRI – BHOJBASA |
Morning drive to Gangotri and on arrival visit the Gangotri Temple – dedicated to Goddess Ganga. It is one among the famous four dhams (shrines) in Uttarakhand. Thereafter, start your trek to Bhojbasa. This trek till Chirbasa, which is on tree line, is along the Bhagirathi river. Beyond Chirbasa, the terrain becomes isolated and barren. Continue the trek further to Bhojbasa and on arrival, explore the area and enjoy sunset. Overnight in Camp at Bhojbasa.
| Day 06 | BHOJBASA - TAPOVAN |
After breakfast, start the trek to Tapovan. Enroute visit Gomukh – the source of the Ganges. It is called ‘Gomukh’ by the sages because in the distant past, it probably appeared like a cow’s mouth. The water of Ganga ooze out here from the glaciers. Continue your trek to Tapovan which has one of the finest alpine meadows in the area. Reach Tapovan and overnight stay in the camp.
| Day 07 | TAPOVAN |
This day will be free to relax and enjoy the beauty of the landscape, the snow capped mountain peaks, flora and fauna. Overnight in camp at Tapovan.
| Day 08 | TAPOVAN - CHIRBASA |
This day, trek back to Chirbasa via Gomukh. Reach Chirbasa and spend some time exploring the place and the beauty of nature. Overnight in camp at Chirbasa.
| Day 09 | CHIRBASA - GANGOTRI - UTTARKASHI |
Morning after breakfast, start your trek towards Gangotri. Reach Gangotri and from there drive back to Uttarkashi. On arrival at Uttarkashi, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Uttarkashi.
| Day 10 | UTTARKASHI - RISHIKESH |
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Rishikesh. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Rishikesh.
| Day 11 | RISHIKESH - DELHI |
Post breakfast, explore the local markets of Rishikesh. Thereafter, drive from Rishikesh to Delhi via Haridwar. On arrival, check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Delhi.
| Day 12 | DELHI - FLY OUT |
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to Delhi airport to board the flight for your onward destination.
Why Divi Journeys
Our itineraries combine history, culture, opportunities for social interaction, leisure time that allows you to explore on your own. That are creative and comprehensive and had been specially designed to bring you a complete experience of India.
Moreover any number of tours can be combined to suite your particular requirement and if you tell us your special interests we will make sure your itinerary accommodate them.
