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    Trekking in Himalayas short / moderate/ trekking Routes-----by kanchan

    Cloaked in mystery, and located at an altitude of 3566m, achallenge to the adventurers, Har-ki-Dun is supposed to haveshared part of its history with the Pandavas and Kauravas. It isthe land of Kauravas, the western part of Uttarkashi is known asFateh Parvat, and is separated from Himachal Pradesh by theTons River. The luxuriant Har-Ki-Dun valley has a backdrop of snowy mountain peaks, and dense forests of pine, deodar,

    Area: Garhwal Himalayas

    Duration: 11 Days

    Altitude: 4800 mts/15744 ft

    Grade: Moderate

    Season: May - July & Sept - Nov

    and conifer. Har-ki-Dun ( Har stands for Hari or Lord Krishna, the blue-god, and Dun means valley), lies inthe westernmost Himalayas of Garhwal, sharing its boundary with eastern Himachal Pradesh, and isdominated by the Swargarohini peak (6096m).It is a believed that the Pandavas of the epic Mahabharataascended to heaven through Swargarohini (in Hindi, swarg means heaven, and arohini is derived from theword arohan , which means to climb). Har Ki Dun Mountain Trekking will take you to the source of theKarmanasha stream which meets the Obragaad stream below a village named Sankri or Saur, to form thesupine river which unites with the Rupin River flowing from Himachal Pradesh, at Netwar, to become theTons River a major tributary of the Yamuna River.

    Day 01: Delhi - Dehradun Drive to Dehradun. Upon arrival at Dehradun check in to hotel. Evening free to explore the colourful market.Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 02: Dehradun Taluka (1300 mts/4265 ft) 220 kms/7-8hrs

    After an early breakfast drive to Taluka. The drive takes youthrough the picturesque Garhwal Mountains. This will take about7-8 hrs. Approx 220kms through the Yamuna and Tons valleysacross the Yamuna bridge, Nainbagh, Naugaon, Purola,

    Jarmola (Jarmola is one of the biggest and most beautiful pineforests in Asia), Mori, Netwar and Sankri,stopping for lunch en-route at Damta/Purola and continue till Taluka. Arrive Taluka by evening, followed bytea/snacks, Taluka is a small hamlet nestled in the laps of nature. Dinner and overnight stay at the GMVNrest house or the Forest Departments rest house at Taluka .

    Day 03: Taluka Osla (2260 mts) 13 kms/6-7 hrsTaluka is the starting point of our trek. Start trekking with packed lunch to Seema (Osla 2260m) on an evensurface through thick forests of chestnuts, walnuts, willows, chinars and a variety of conifer trees, with a fewwaterfalls on the way. You could either opt for the steep climb of Dhaatmeer village, which is a path withbeautiful views, or just trek along the Karmanasha stream. Both the routes meet at Gangaar village. Bonfire,

    dinner Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 04: Osla Har Ki Dun (3506 m/10518 ft) 12 kms/5-7 hrsEarly breakfast in the morning, today we will trek 12 kms to Har-ki-dun with packed lunch on a gradual ascentthat offers excellent views of the snow-covered mountains and vast valleys with huge waterfalls. The area ishome to a number of rare species of Himalayan birds and flowers, and is full of birch and spruce. After thelast steep climb of approximately 200mt, you have the grassy field of Har-ki-Dun divided by the clear andcalm Karmanasha stream. The beautiful Swargarohini stands tall overlooking this Valley of God.

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    Day 05: Har- Ki-Dun - Debshu Bugyal (14 kms/4 -5 hrs)Today we will trek 14 kms to reach Debshu Bugyal. It will take 4-5 hrs at leisure pace as the trail is generally downhill. Overnightin tents

    Day 06: Debshu- Bugyal - Ruinsara Tal (3500 m/ 11480 ft) (16kms/5 -6 hrs)Today we start trekking early towards Ruinsara Tal. The Trekfrom Debshu Bugyal to Ruinsara Tal is through, terracedmountain fields, lush green grassy lands and conifer forests through extremely scenic landscape. Thegradient of the trek is moderate and one will be able to complete the trek in 5 6 hrs On arrival at the lakeset campsite. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 07: Ruinsara Tal The day is for relax & exploration. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 08: Ruinsara Lake Bali Pass (Base) 6 kms/ 4-5 hrs After early breakfast, we steadly climb 6 km to the foot or base of Bali Pass. A Majestic view of Kalanagh,Bandarpunch and Swargarohini peaks stands in front of base camp. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 09: Bali Pass (Base) Bali Pass (15744 ft) - Yamunotri (9500 ft) 9 kms/6-7 hrs After early breakfast, we steadly climb 6 km to the foot or base of Bali Pass. A Majestic trio of Kalanagh,Bandarpunch and Swargarohini peaks stands in front of base camp Dinner and overnight in camp/hotel.

    Day 10: Yamunotri Janakichatti Hanumanchatti (2400m/7200 ft) 14 kms/4-5 hrs

    After breakfast, trek 14 kms with packed lunch along Yamuna

    river fairly downhill to Janakichatti (2575 mts) than further toHanuman Chatti (2400 mts). Hanuman Chatti is the last motor point before heading to Uttarkashi. It is also a confluence of twoholy rivers Yamuna and Hanuman Ganga. Dinner and overnightin camp/hotel.

    Day 11: Hanumanchatti Dehradun Delhi 447 kms/10 -11 hrsEarly breakfast drive to Dehradun. Stopping for lunch en-route and continue till Dehradun. Arrive Dehradun inthe evening for wash & change and dinner, further proceed for an overnight drive to Delhi.Trip and services ends .Kafni Glacier Trek

    Day 01: Arrive Delhi Up on arrival at Delhi airportmet our representative andthen transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

    Day 02: Delhi Kathgodam After breakfast half daysightseeing at Delhi. By

    Region: Bageshwar (Kumaon)

    Altitude: 4000 mts/13120 ft.

    Grade:: Easy - Moderate

    Duration: 12 days

    Season: May - Jun & Sept - Nov

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    evening board a night train for Kathgodam. Overnight journey.Day 03: Kathgodam Bageshwar (160 kms/5-6 hrs)

    Arrival at Kathgodam by early in the morning and then drive to Bageshwar. Bageshwar is situated at theconfluence of river Saryu, Gomati and the latent Bhagirathi. On arrival check in to hotel. Dinner and overnightstay at hotel.

    Day 04: Bageshwar Song (40 kms/1 hrs) Loharkhet (13kms/4-5 hrs) In the morning after breakfast drive to Song and from here trekto Loharkhet. Loharkhet, a small hamlet on the banks of river Saryu. On arrival set out camp for overnight stay.

    Day 05: Loharkhet - Khati (2210 mts/7248 ft) In the morning we will trek to Khati. Khati is the biggest villageenroute Pindari. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 06: Khati Phurkia (3260 mts/10693 ft) 9 kms/ 4-5 hrs In the morning trek to Phurkia. Phurkia, where the trees give way to alpine pastures and shepherds can beseen guiding their large flock across grazy uplands. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 07: Phurkia - Zero Point - Dwali (2575 mts/8446 ft) 18 kms/6-7 hrs In the morning we will trek up to Zero point. From Zero point, we can see the view of Pindari Glacier. After exploring zero point trek to Dwali. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 08: Dwali - Kafni - Dwali (24 kms/7-8 hrs) After early breakfast trek to Kafni glacier left of the Pinder valley and the Nandakot. From Kafni glacier wecan see the main Himalayan ranges. After exploring Kafni glacier trek back to Dwali for dinner and overnight

    stay.

    Day 09: Dwali - Dhakuri (2690 mts/8824 ft) 19 kms/6 hrs In the morning we will trek to Dhakuri. Dhakuri - Binjak ridgeoffers a view of the snow-clad Nandakot summit to the east of Maktoli to the west. Dinner and overnight stay in Dhakuri.

    Day 10: Dhakuri Song (16 kms/5 hrs) - Bageshwar (40kms/1 hrs) In the morning we will trek up to Song and then further drive toBageshwar. Dinner and 0vernight stay in Bageshwar.

    Day 11: Bageshwar Kathgodam - Delhi In the morning drive to Kathgodam and from here take a night train for Delhi. overnight journey.

    Day 12: Delhi Arrival at Delhi by morning then transfer to hotel for relax. Evening transfer to airport to catch your onwardsflight.Trip & services ends here.

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    Namik Glacier Trekking Tour One of the least trekked areas in the Himalayas and yet one the most picturesque. Here you are in theheart of the Himalayan wilderness surrounded by the biggest peaks - Nanda Devi (7848 m), Nandakot(6861m), and Trishul The trail passes through pristine villages with strong local culture andancienttemples. These villages are rich in heritage from the Indo- Tibetan trade route and particularly the twovillages of Gogina and Namik. At time we stay we the local people in their homes. The trail generallyfollows the Ramganga River through deep forests and Rolling Meadows with eternal Himalayas inconstant view.Region: KumaonDuration: 13 Days Altitude: 4200 mts/13776 ft Grade: Alpine to Tough Season: May - June, Sept - Oct

    Day 01: Arrive Delhi

    Up on arrival at Delhi airport met our representative and then transfer to hotel forovernight stay.Day 02 ):Delhi - Kathgodam (Overnight Train)In the morning take a half day sight seeing at Delhi and evening transfer to railway station to board atrain for Kathgodam. Overnight journey.

    Day 03): Kathgodam - Chaukori (2010 mts/6593 ft)198 Kms/5-6 hrsArrive at Kathgodam by 06:30 hrs and from here drive to Chaukori through the pleasant Kumaoncountryside including the Almora Township. Lunch enroute, arrival at Chaukori by evening. Chaukoriis famous for its tea garden. Dinner and overnight stay in TRH.

    Day 04): Chaukori - Munsyari (2290 mts/7512 ft) 98 kms/3 hrs drive - Senar Gad Meadows (7 km trek/3hrs)In the morning after breakfast we will drive to Munsyari. Its the one of the best hill station in entireKumaon. The quaint Munsyari town with the Rolling Meadows, small town and with spectacular viewsof the Panch chuli range is considered by many as one of the most beautiful spots in Kumaon. Lunchen-route, from Munsyari we will trek up to Senar Gad Meadow. Dinner and overnight stay in tent.Day 05): Senar Gad - Dhaldauk (11 km trek/5 hrs)In the morning after breakfast trek to Dhaldauk with pack lunch. This is an easy walk through a rarelytrekked route, a popular trail with the shepherds and commands even more picturesque views of thePanch chuli hills. On arrival set out camp for dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 06): Dhaldauk - Sudamkhan (7 km trek/3 hrs)

    After breakfast trek up to Sudamkhan with pack lunch. The views from here are unforgettable. Onarrival set out camp for dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 07): Sudamkhan - Hiramani Glacier 9 km trek/4 hrs)Post breakfast we start our trek with packed lunch for Trek up to the edge of the fantastic environs of Hiramani Glacier. Dinner and Overnight on the margins of the glacier.

    Day 08): Hiramani Glacier - Namik Glacier - Sudamkhan(14 kms trek/5 hrs)

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    Post breakfast we start our trek with packed lunch up to the Namik glacier in the morning with NandaKot really close up and return back to Sudamkhan. Dinner and overnight stay at the Camp.

    Day 09): Sudamkhan - Namik Village (11 km trek/5 hrs)Post breakfast we start our trek with packed lunch for Namik village, fairly simple trek down to theBhotia village. Namik was one of the centers in the region for the Indo-Tibetan trade route. Thehouses have lots of woodcarvings and traditional structures. We would be staying in one of thevillage houses for the night followed by Dinner .

    Day 10): Namik Village - Gogina (6 km trek/3 hrs)Post breakfast we start our trek with packed lunch for Gogina; Gogina is in the heart of RamgangaValley at the foot of Nanda Kot with traditional houses. There is an overhanging glacier opposite thevillage. At the meadows we are likely to meet shepherds also. A visit to the Kimu village, one of themost beautiful in Himalayas is possible. Dinner and overnight stay at the Camp

    Day 11): Gogina - Liti (19 km trek/6 hrs)Post breakfast we start our trek with packed lunch for Liti, This is a fairly simple descent down theRamganga valley to the road head at Liti. Dinner and Overnight stay at the Camp.

    Day 12): Liti - Bageshwar (190 kms/5 hrs) Kathgodam - DelhiIn the morning drive to Kathgodam and from here take a night train for Delhi. Overnight journey.

    Day 13): DelhiArrival at Delhi by morning then transfer to hotel for relax. Evening transfer to airport to catch your onwards flight.Trip & services ends here.

    N anda Devi Trekking

    A classic trek that retraces the pioneering steps of Shipton andTilman through the Garhwal Himalaya. The Nanda Devi basinmust surely be one of the most legendary regions in the entireHimalayan chain. The mountain itself, revered since timeimmemorial by all those who live in its shadow, has longattracted the attention of the pioneering mountaineers andexplorers, mystics and spiritualists, writers and everydaytravellers who have visited the area.

    Area: Garhwal Himalayas

    Duration: 11 Days

    Altitude: 4500 m above Sea Level

    Grade: Moderate to tough

    This classic trek takes us across the picturesque meadows andvalleys that border the western edge of the Nanda Devi

    Sanctuary. The route we follow was used by Shipton and Tilmanon their amazing journey to the Nanda Devi basin. During thetrek there are many views of the surrounding peaks and theKuari Pass (3658m) itself has an unrivalled panorama of theGreat Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi (7816m),Changabang (6864m), Dunagiri (7066m) and Kamet (7756m).This amazing feat of endurance and determination was capped when Tilman later returned to conquer thepeak itself. Sadly, the mystic of the area led to an excess of expeditions and ecological damage and the

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    Sanctuary was closed in the 1980's. Investigations are currently underway to assess the recovery.

    U nderstandably, the country that surrounds the Sanctuary now has its own attractions for walkers andpilgrims alike. The immediate landscape has been beautifully tamed by centuries of low-key habitation andcultivation but the constant backdrop of the mighty Himalayan peaks makes for a magnificence unrivalledelsewhere in the region.

    Itinerary: Nanda Devi Trekking

    Day 01): Delhi Arrival On arrival at Delhi airport met our representative and transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

    Day 02): Delhi - Haridwar After breakfast drive to Haridwar. Up on arrival at Haridwar check into hotel. Evening free to explore the area.Overnight stay.

    Day 03): Haridwar - Joshimath (270 kms/8-9 hrs) In the morning after breakfast drive to Joshimath via Devprayag, Rudraprayag. Lunch enroute. Upon Arrivalat Joshimath check into hotel. Evening explore Joshimath. Overnight stay in hotel.

    Day 04): Joshimath - Lata Village (2317 mts/7599 ft) (2 kms/ 1 hrs) An hour's drive takes you to the Lata Village road head. Then trek to the village. Visit The Nanda DeviTemple and get a first hand experience of the distinctive culture of the region. Overnight in the village.Day 05): Lata Village - Lata Kharak (3689 mts/12099 ft) (9 kms/4-5 hrs) Today's trek is a steep incline. The going is arduous but very satisfying as the trail unfolds before ones eyes.Lata Kharak is a high plateau with high peaks surrounding it. Trekking time could vary from 5 - 7 hrs!Overnight in Camp.

    Day 06): Lata Kharak - Dharansi Pass (4250 mts/13940 ft) (10kms/4 -5 hrs)

    A good nights sleep and what a morning! Towering snow cladpeaks all around. Dronagiri, Nanda Gunthi and many more. Thetrail today takes a steep climb to Jhandi Dhar and BagfyanaPass. From here on it ascends and descends through thenarrow gorge of Satkul to Dharansi Pass. Over night in Camp.

    Day 07): Dharansi Pass - Debrugheta (3500 mts/11480 ft) - Dharansi Pass (6 kms/3 -4 hrs) On today's trail the Malthuni - Bethratoli Ridges of the inner and outer sanctuary form a magnificent pass up

    to Rani Kholi andDonidar.The trail is a steep descent of about a kilometer to Debrugheta. Return to Dharansi Pass by lateafternoon. Overnight at Camp.

    Day 08): Dharansi Pass - Hitoli Camp Site (2900 mts/9512 ft) (12 kms/5-6 hrs) Today we go through Jhandi Dhar a steep descent of 4.5 km to the Hitoli camp site through thick forests of Rhododendron, Birch and Fir. Overnight at Camp.

    Day 09): Hitoli Campsite - Joshimath (1890 mts/6199 ft) (8 kms/3-4 hrs)

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    The trek goes through the village of Tolma to the road head from where it is a 30 km drive to Joshimath. Wewill trek through thick forests of Rhododendron, birch and many others. Upon arrival at Joshimath check intohotel for dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 10): Joshimath - Rishikesh After an early breakfast drive to Rishikesh via Nandprayag, Karnprayag, Rudraprayag and Devprayag. Uponarrival at Rishikesh check into hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.

    Day 11): Rishikesh - Haridwar - DelhiIn the morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar to catch same train for Delhi at 10:30 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by14:45 hrs. On arrival transfer to hotel for relaxes. Overnight stay at hotel.

    P anchachuli Base Camp Trekking

    Dharma valley is 134 kms from Pithoragarh and35 kilometers from Dharchula is the last busterminal Sobla. From Sobla to Pancha chuliGlacier is a 40-kilometer trek. The route to theglacier abounds in exotic scenery, snowcappedmountains,gushing streams, Alpine meadows anda rich variety of flora &fauna.And from the glacier one can see the Pancha chuli peaks in their towering glory.

    Altitude: 4260 mts/13973 ft

    Region: Dharchula (Kumaon)

    Grade: Moderate

    Duration: 13 Days

    Season: May - June , Sept Oct

    Day 01: Arrive Delhi Upon arrival at Delhi met our representative and then transfer to hotel for overnight stay.

    Day 02: Delhi - Almora (340 kms/8-9 hrs)Early in the morning drive to Almora via Kathgodam. Lunch enroute. Arrival at Almora by evening. On arrivalcheck in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

    Day 03: Almora Dharchula (275 kms/7-8 hrs) After breakfast drive to Dharchula via Munsyari. On arrival check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay inthe hotel.

    Day 04: Dharchula Tawaghat - Sobla Dhar (2134mts/7000 ft) (35 kms drive and 5 kms trek)

    In the morning we will take a short but exciting drive to Sobla viaTawaghat and from here trek up to Dhar. Sobla is the entry pointto the Darma Valley and is the starting point of our trek. Onarrival at Dhar village set out a camp for dinner and overnightstay.

    Day 05: Dhar Sela (2438 mts/11277 ft) 12 kms/4-5 hrsThis is an easy day for trek. Today we will trek upwards and downwards. Dinner and overnight in tents .

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    Day 06: Sela - Baaling (2743 mts/8997 ft) 11 kms/5 hrsIn the morning after breakfast we will trek up to Baaling. The trek is full of adventures. On arrival set outcamp for dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 07: Baaling to Duktu/Dantu (3048 mts/9998 ft) 6 kms/3 hrsIn the morning we will trek up to Duktu and Dantu. These are two adjacent villages which are the last centersof human habitation in this part of Darma valley. The view of the Panch Chuli peaks from here is justmagnificent. You can find a huge meadow in the outskirts of Duktu. One can see the magnificent view of Panch Chuli glacier with the backdrop of the Panch Chuli peaks. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 08: Duktu - Panch Chuli Duktu (4 kms one way/ 5 hrs)In the morning we will trek up to Pancha Chuli glacier. The day is memorable to explore the Panch Chuliglacier from our base camp at Duktu. The glacier projects outwards from the East face of Panch Chuli and a4 kms. The place itself provides an incredible scenery of a sprawling meadow bordered by tall oak and birchtrees with the Panch Chuli (6904 mts./22652 ft.) looming in the background. After exploring the area trekback to base camp at Duktu. Dinner and overnight stay at camp.Day 09: Duktu - Nagling (2743 mts/8997 ft) 11 kms/5 hrs

    After breakfast trek back to Nagling. From Duktu to Nagling is agradual descent and the days' walk takes around 5 hours.

    Day 10: Nagling - Bungling (12 kms/5 hrs)In the morning we will trek down to Bungling. The trek is easy todownwards. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 11: Bungling Sobla Dharchula (5 kms trek/35 kmsdrive)

    This is our last day of trekking. We will trek down 5 kms to reach Sobla and from here drive to Dharchula.Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

    Day 12: Dharchula Almora (275 kms/7-8 hrs)In the morning drive to Almora via Munsyari. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

    Day 13: Almora Delhi (340 kms/8-9 hrs) After an early breakfast drive to Delhi. On arrival at Delhi transfer to airport to catch your onwards flight.Trip & services ends here

    Ruinsara Tal -Yamunotri P ass Trek

    Cloaked in mystery, and located at an altitude of 3566m, achallenge to the adventurers, Har-ki-Dun is supposed to haveshared part of its history with the Pandavas and Kauravas. It isthe land of Kauravas, the western part of Uttarkashi is known asFateh Parvat, and is separated from Himachal Pradesh by the

    Area: Garhwal Himalayas

    Duration: 11 Days

    Altitude: 4800 mts/15744 ft

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    Tons River. The luxuriant Har-Ki-Dun valley has a backdrop of snowy mountain peaks, and dense forests of pine, deodar,

    Grade: Moderate

    Season: May - July & Sept - Nov

    and conifer. Har-ki-Dun ( Har stands for Hari or Lord Krishna, the blue-god, and Dun means valley), lies inthe westernmost Himalayas of Garhwal, sharing its boundary with eastern Himachal Pradesh, and isdominated by the Swargarohini peak (6096m).It is a believed that the Pandavas of the epic Mahabharataascended to heaven through Swargarohini (in Hindi, swarg means heaven, and arohini is derived from theword arohan , which means to climb). Har Ki Dun Mountain Trekking will take you to the source of theKarmanasha stream which meets the Obragaad stream below a village named Sankri or Saur, to form thesupine river which unites with the Rupin River flowing from Himachal Pradesh, at Netwar, to become theTons River a major tributary of the Yamuna River.

    Day 01: Delhi - Dehradun Drive to Dehradun. Upon arrival at Dehradun check in to hotel. Evening free to explore the colourful market.Overnight stay at hotel.

    Day 02: Dehradun Taluka (1300 mts/4265 ft) 220 kms/7-8hrs

    After an early breakfast drive to Taluka. The drive takes youthrough the picturesque Garhwal Mountains. This will take about7-8 hrs. Approx 220kms through the Yamuna and Tons valleysacross the Yamuna bridge, Nainbagh, Naugaon, Purola,Jarmola (Jarmola is one of the biggest and most beautiful pineforests in Asia), Mori, Netwar and Sankri,stopping for lunch en-route at Damta/Purola and continue till Taluka. Arrive Taluka by evening, followed bytea/snacks, Taluka is a small hamlet nestled in the laps of nature. Dinner and overnight stay at the GMVNrest house or the Forest Departments rest house at Taluka .

    Day 03: Taluka Osla (2260 mts) 13 kms/6-7 hrsTaluka is the starting point of our trek. Start trekking with packed lunch to Seema (Osla 2260m) on an evensurface through thick forests of chestnuts, walnuts, willows, chinars and a variety of conifer trees, with a fewwaterfalls on the way. You could either opt for the steep climb of Dhaatmeer village, which is a path withbeautiful views, or just trek along the Karmanasha stream. Both the routes meet at Gangaar village. Bonfire,dinner Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 04: Osla Har Ki Dun (3506 m/10518 ft) 12 kms/5-7 hrsEarly breakfast in the morning, today we will trek 12 kms to Har-ki-dun with packed lunch on a gradual ascentthat offers excellent views of the snow-covered mountains and vast valleys with huge waterfalls. The area ishome to a number of rare species of Himalayan birds and flowers, and is full of birch and spruce. After the

    last steep climb of approximately 200mt, you have the grassy field of Har-ki-Dun divided by the clear andcalm Karmanasha stream. The beautiful Swargarohini stands tall overlooking this Valley of God.

    Day 05: Har- Ki-Dun - Debshu Bugyal (14 kms/4 -5 hrs)Today we will trek 14 kms to reach Debshu Bugyal. It will take 4-5 hrs at leisure pace as the trail is generally downhill. Overnightin tents

    Day 06: Debshu- Bugyal - Ruinsara Tal (3500 m/ 11480 ft) (16

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    kms/5 -6 hrs)Today we start trekking early towards Ruinsara Tal. The Trekfrom Debshu Bugyal to Ruinsara Tal is through, terracedmountain fields, lush green grassy lands and conifer forests through extremely scenic landscape. Thegradient of the trek is moderate and one will be able to complete the trek in 5 6 hrs On arrival at the lakeset campsite. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 07: Ruinsara Tal The day is for relax & exploration. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 08: Ruinsara Lake Bali Pass (Base) 6 kms/ 4-5 hrs After early breakfast, we steadly climb 6 km to the foot or base of Bali Pass. A Majestic view of Kalanagh,Bandarpunch and Swargarohini peaks stands in front of base camp. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

    Day 09: Bali Pass (Base) Bali Pass (15744 ft) - Yamunotri (9500 ft) 9 kms/6-7 hrs After early breakfast, we steadly climb 6 km to the foot or base of Bali Pass. A Majestic trio of Kalanagh,Bandarpunch and Swargarohini peaks stands in front of base camp Dinner and overnight in camp/hotel.

    Day 10: Yamunotri Janakichatti Hanumanchatti (2400m/7200 ft) 14 kms/4-5 hrs

    After breakfast, trek 14 kms with packed lunch along Yamunariver fairly downhill to Janakichatti (2575 mts) than further toHanuman Chatti (2400 mts). Hanuman Chatti is the last motor point before heading to Uttarkashi. It is also a confluence of twoholy rivers Yamuna and Hanuman Ganga. Dinner and overnightin camp/hotel.

    Day 11: Hanumanchatti Dehradun Delhi 447 kms/10 -11 hrs

    Early breakfast drive to Dehradun. Stopping for lunch en-route and continue till Dehradun. Arrive Dehradun inthe evening for wash & change and dinner, further proceed for an overnight drive to Delhi.