Gangotri Gaumukh Yatra

Route: Haridwar – Chamba Road – Shiv Gufa– Uttarkashi

Stopover: Shiv Gufa (Naturally formed Shiva Cave)

After breakfast, begin your journey from Haridwar towards Uttarkashi. The route offers refreshing Himalayan views, winding hill roads, and peaceful forests. En route, take a spiritual break at Shiv Gufa, a naturally formed cave shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva at Mehargav. Continue driving to Uttarkashi. By afternoon, arrive in Uttarkashi, check into your hotel, and relax. The evening is free for local exploration—visit riverside areas, small markets, or simply unwind and enjoy the mountain air.

Experiences:

• Scenic mountain drive from Haridwar to Uttarkashi.
• Peaceful stop at Shiv Gufa, surrounded by natural rock formations.
• Relaxed evening around Uttarkashi town.

Food Suggestions:

• Haridwar – Chamba Route Dhabas: aloo paratha, tea, poha.
• Uttarkashi local restaurants: thali meals, rajma-chawal, roti-sabzi.

Activities:

• Spiritual visit to Shiv Gufa cave temple.
• Local sightseeing or a riverside walk in Uttarkashi.
• Evening rest and acclimatisation.

Route: Uttarkashi – Kashi Vishwanath – Maneri – Gangnani – Harsil – Mukhba (Optional) – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

Highlights: Hot Spring (Rishikund), Harsil Valley Mukhba Village, Gangotri Dham

After early breakfast, drive from Uttarkashi towards Gangnani. En route, visit the sacred Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Continue to Gangnani Hot Spring (Rishikund) for a refreshing natural dip. Proceed to Harsil Valley, known for its deodar forests, apple orchards, and river views. If time permits, visit Mukhba Village, the winter home of Goddess Ganga. Continue to Gangotri Dham, take a holy dip in the Bhagirathi River, visit Surya Kund and the Submerged Shivling, and offer prayers at the temple. After darshan, drive back to Uttarkashi, enjoying scenic sunset views along the Bhagirathi. Reach by evening and rest at the hotel.

Experiences:

• Spiritual blessings at Kashi Vishwanath Temple.
• Natural hot spring bath at Gangnani (Rishikund).
• Scenic apple orchards and pine forests of Harsil Valley.
• Optional visit to traditional Mukhba Village, winter home of Maa Ganga.
• Holy dip and darshan at Gangotri Dham with views of Surya Kund & Submerged Shivling.
• Beautiful river-side drive during the return to Uttarkashi.

Food Suggestions:

• Uttarkashi cafes – parathas, puri-sabzi, poha.
• Tea & Maggi stalls at Gangnani and Harsil.
• Simple vegetarian meals at Gangotri local dhabas (dal-rice, roti-sabzi, khichdi).

Activities:

• Morning temple visit at Kashi Vishwanath.
• Bathing & relaxation at Gangnani hot spring.
• Photography at Harsil Valley viewpoints.
• Explore Mukhba Village (optional).
• Darshan and sightseeing at Gangotri Dham.
• Sunset drive back to Uttarkashi.

Route: Gangotri – Chirbasa – Bhojbasa

Activity: Start Gaumukh Trek

After an early breakfast, begin your Gaumukh trek from Gangotri. The trail follows the stunning Bhagirathi valley, offering panoramic views of snow-clad peaks, pine forests, and rugged Himalayan terrain. Trek steadily towards Chirbasa, known for its dense chir (pine) trees and river-side beauty. After a short rest, continue onward to Bhojbasa, a vast open valley surrounded by majestic mountains and famous for its old bhoj (birch) trees.

Reach Bhojbasa by afternoon/evening, settle into your campsite or guest shelter, enjoy the peaceful Himalayan atmosphere, and rest for the night.

Experiences:

• Scenic Gaumukh trail along the Bhagirathi River.
• Beautiful forested stretch at Chirbasa.
• Wide open valley views on the way to Bhojbasa.
• Peaceful Himalayan night stay surrounded by high peaks.

Activities:

• 14 km trek from Gangotri to Bhojbasa.
• Photography at valley viewpoints.
• Rest and acclimatisation at Bhojbasa campsite.

Route: Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Bhojbasa – Gangotri – Uttarkashi

Activities: Gaumukh Visit • Return Trek • Drive to Uttarkashi

After an early breakfast, begin a short 5 km trek from Bhojbasa towards Gaumukh, the sacred glacier that forms the origin of the River Ganga. Enjoy breathtaking views of the glacier face, surrounding Himalayan peaks, and the serene high-altitude landscape. Spend some time at the Gaumukh viewpoint, then trek back to Bhojbasa. After a brief rest at Bhojbasa, start your 14 km return trek towards Gangotri, descending through the Bhagirathi valley and passing Chirbasa. Reach Gangotri by late afternoon/evening. From Gangotri, drive back to Uttarkashi (100 Km) along the beautiful riverside route. Check into your hotel upon arrival and relax after the long trekking day.

Experiences:

• Spectacular views of the Gaumukh Glacier.
• High-altitude Himalayan landscapes and peaceful valley trails.
• Scenic return trek through Chirbasa and Bhagirathi valley.
• Relaxing evening drive from Gangotri to Uttarkashi.

Activities:

• 10 km trek (round trip) to Gaumukh viewpoint.
• 14 km return trek to Gangotri.
• Evening drive to Uttarkashi and overnight stay.

Route: Uttarkashi – Chaurangi Khal – Chamba – Rishikesh – Haridwar

Optional: Kunjapuri Temple – Shakti Peeth of Goddess Durga

After breakfast, check out and start your return journey from Uttarkashi via the scenic Chamba route, enjoying lush valleys, pine forests, and photo stops along the way. Near Rishikesh, you may take an optional detour to Kunjapuri Temple, known for its panoramic views of the Himalayas and Doon Valley. Continue driving towards Haridwar/Rishikesh for the final drop, concluding the tour with beautiful Himalayan memories.

Experiences:

• Scenic mountain drive from Uttarkashi through Chamba.
• Valley and forest viewpoints are ideal for photo breaks.
• Optional spiritual visit to Kunjapuri Temple.
• Calm, smooth journey to Haridwar/Rishikesh.

Activities:

• Photography stops along the route.
• Optional temple visit at Kunjapuri.
• Final drop at Haridwar or Rishikesh – Tour Ends.