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VALLEY OF FLOWERS
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Duration
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10 DAYS.
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July to October.
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Altitude
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4150 MTRS.
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600 EUROS
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It was in 1931 that Frank Smythe and Holdsworth stumbled on the valley while returning from their successful Kamet expedition. There 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 ofwild flowers bloomand 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
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Ranunculus
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Pedicularis
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Marsh Marigold
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Rhododendrons
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Brahmakamal
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Corydalis
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Bistorta
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Epilobium
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Nomocharis Oxypetala
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Daisy
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Sibbaldia
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Anaphalis
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Cypripedium Strawberry
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Arisaema Costatum
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Himalayan blue Poppy
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Dianthus
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Calendula
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Yellow Anemones
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Lilium
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Hemkund Sahib
Another steeper trek route from Ghangaria, this leads to the high-altitude Lokpal Lake, known as Hemkund (4329 m) and takes about 4-6 hours. Encircled by seven snow-clad peaks and their associated glaciers, the lake reflects its surroundings enchantingly in its serene crystal-clear waters. The glaciers of Hathi Parvat and Sapt Shring peaks feed the lake and a small stream, the Him Ganga, flows from the lake. There is a Sikh Gurudwara and a Lakshman temple on the bank of the lake.
ITINERARY
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DAY
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ITINERARY
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DISTANCE/ TIME
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Delhi – Rishikesh
Pick up from Railway Station or Airport and departure for Rishikesh. Evening at leisure to explore the holy town of Rishikesh and Aarti Darshan at Triveni Ghat. Overnight stay at Rishikesh.
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(225kms/ 6hrs drive)
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Rishikesh – Joshimath
After breakfast leave for Joshimath. Lunch enroute in Rudraprayag. Overnight stay at Joshimath.
Joshimath: is the winter home of Sri Badrinathji. It is situated on the slopes above the confluence of Alaknanda and Dhauliganga. It is one of the \\\'maths\\\' established by Adi guru Shankaracharya
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(251kms/ 10hrs drive)
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Joshimath – Govind Ghat– Ghangaria
After breakfast leave for Govindghat thereafter
13 Kms trek to Ghangharia. Overnight stay at Ghangharia.
Govindghat: is the confluence of Alaknanda and Laxman Ganga Rivers. It has an imposing Gurudwara named after Guru Govind Singh.
Ghangharia: is the base camp for trek to Valley of Flowers where lodging and boarding facilities are available.
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(Drive10kms/30min)
[Trek 14 kms/5hrs]
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Ghangaria–Valley of Flowers – Ghangaria
After breakfast with pack lunch leave for Valley of flowers. Return back to Ghangharia. Overnight stay at Ghangharia
Valley of flowers: East of Badrinath is the exotic valley of Flowers in a conical shape with the river Pushpawati flowing through it. This valley has been declared as a National Park, It is 18 Kms trek form Govindghat. A must - see for all nature lovers
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(16kms trek/ 6hrs)
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Ghangaria– Hemkund Sahib – Ghangaria
After breakfast leave for Hemkund Sahib. After Darshan and Pooja return back to Ghangharia. Overnight stay at Ghangharia.
Hemkund Sahib: Near the Valley of Flowers is the holy lake Hemkund - an important pilgrimage of the Sikhs and Hindus. Along it shores is the sacred Sikh Shrine where Guru Govind Singh, the tenth guru unified with God after prolonged Meditation in his previous birth. Nearby is the Laxman temple. The reflection of surrounding snow clad peaks in its placid waters offers a scenic sight.
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(12kms/ 7hrs)
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Ghangaria – Govind Ghat– Badrinath
After breakfast leave for Govindghat. Lunch at Govindghat and leave for Badrinath. Overnight stay at Badrianath.
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(Trek 14kms/ 5hrs)
[30 Kms drive/ 1.5hrs]
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In Badrinath – at leisure
Day free at leisure. Darshan of Badrinath Temple, sightseeing covering Bhimpul Vyas Gufa and Charan Paduka. Overnight stay at Narayan Palace.
Badrinath with its great scenic beauty and attractive recreational spots in the vicinity attracts an ever increasing number of secular visitors each year. Significant places are Panch Dharas, Panch Shilas, Tapt Kund, Narad Kund, Brahma Kapal, Sheshnetra Charan Paduka and Neelkanth.
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Badrinath – Auli
After breakfast departure for Auli. After sightseeing night halt at Joshimath.
Auli: is an Ideal ski resort in the Garhwal Himalayas with its slopes comparable to the best in the world. Perched at an elevation of 2,500- 3,050 mts. Auli not only offers a magnificent view of the Himalayan ranges but is a delight for winter sport enthusiasts.
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58kms/ 3hrs
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Auli – Shivpuri (on the banks Of Ganges)/ Rishikesh
Early morning leave for Rishikesh. Overnight stay at Rishikesh.
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(292kms/ 10hrs)
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10.
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Rishikesh / Shivpuri – Delhi
After breakfast leave for Delhi. Arrival Delhi in the afternoon.
Tour Concludes.
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(225kms/ 6hrs drive)
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