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Kuari Pass Trek
Overview
This is a classic Garhwal trek along the famous Curzon trail - named after Lord Curzon, the viceroy of India after he walked this route. Our carefully planned itinerary balances fabulous walking and sublime views across the Himalayas while trudging to local villages and holy pilgrimage sites along upper Ganges.
Tour Highlights
- Nanda Devi from the Kuari Pass (4268 metres) – a spectacular view.
- Dense forests of oak, pine, rhododendron and deodar- a walking pleasure.
- Remote villages, terraced farms and breathtaking viewpoints – a delight to the heart and eyes.
- Rishikesh, Joshimath & Haridwar – exciting holy pilgrimage towns.
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Day 1 - Arrive in Delhi, the national capital of India, the city which is as historic as modern. After clearing immigration and customs formalities; proceed towards the arrival hall, where you will be greeted by our office representative. He will assist you to the vehicle and will take you to the Delhi Hotel. There are no activities planned for the first day, so simply relax at the Hotel and recover your energy levels or depending upon your flight schedules we can plan some. Stay Overnight in Delhi.
Overnight - Hotel
Day 2 - Morning departure transfer to New Delhi Railway station to board train for Haridwar. On arrival at Hardwar railway station you will be given transfer to Srinagar (Uttrakhand) via Reshikesh, Byasi and Devprayag. Overnight Hotel (150 kms / 4 Hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 3 - Drive to Lohajung through Alaknanda Valley and enjoy stunning views on way. Early evening arrive Lohajung the first camp site. Overnight Camp ( 152 Kms / 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 4 - Today you will start the first day trek to Didana through the forests, Gyana Ganga Valley, rhododendrons and fir forests. Afternoon reach to your camping site for overnight stay. (Walking 4-5 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 5 - Today after breakfast the trek goes through alpine meadows of Ali Bedni Bugyal, said to be one of the most stunning alpine viewpoints in the Himalayas. Overnight stay in camps. ( Walking 5-6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 6 - Today after breakfast the walk today begins with a long and steep descent through a fine forest of fir and rhododendron all the way to the river. We climb up from the river to Wan a typical Garhwali Village. (Walking 4-5 hrs).
Overnight - Camp
Day 7 - Today after breakfast a day trek to Roopkund passes through some of the stunning and exotic landscape of Himalayas with long stretch of Oak forest and snow fields. Return to our camp for overnight stay.
Overnight - Camp
Day 8 - This morning after breakfast trek to Wan passing through dense forests and along rivers we reach village of Wan where we set up camp for the night. (Walking 5-6 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 9 - Today the trail climbs through magnificent cypress trees to the Kukin Khal Pass at 3069m. This pass divides Nandakini and Vaan Valleys. The path now descends to a broad meadow on a paved stone trail to Kunol Village, a traditional Garhwali settlement with stone and slate houses and excellent views of Trisul. A very pleasant walk in the afternoon takes us on a broad cliff path above the river to pine forest and some more villages. Near Sutol, we cross the Nandakini River on a solid iron bridge and camp for the night. (Walking 6-7 hrs).
Overnight - Camp
Day 10 - After breakfast we climb steeply up from the camp on a winding trail into open grassy meadows. As we walk through the village we may look out for the ornate woodcarvings above the doors of the houses in Ala. Afternoon reach camp site at Ramani. (Walking 4-5 hrs).
Overnight - Camp
Day 11 - After breakfast start a long day trek that compensates our efforts with fabulous views all around. We start with a gradual climb to the Ramani Pass (3064m) known locally as Binayak Top. There are magnificent views of snow covered peaks through the tall trees. Late afternoon reach at camp site for overnight stay. (Walking 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Camp
Day 12 - Following breakfast our trek goes above Pana Village before a steep climb up into rhododendron forest. The path now descends gently traversing along the valley to the open meadows at Sartoli with views across to the Kuari Pass. This is a wild country and is now above all habitation. Afternoon reach our camp below the Kuari Pass a large open pasture used by shepherds to graze their herds of sheep and goats in the summer. Overnight stay in camps (Walking 5-6 hrs).
Overnight - Camp
Day 13 - Today an early start to climb and reach Kauri pass top to enjoy the views. The trail winds to the top of the pass where the views are often cited as the best in the Indian Himalaya. We descend slowly to reach our camp site at Talli to enjoy amazing sunset views of Nanda Devi (on a clear day) Overnight stay in camps. (Walking 6- 7 hrs).
Overnight - Camp
Day 14 - Today the trail is narrow and requires cautious walking as we follow a long undulating trail down to Auli with views of Nanda Devi all the way down to the ridge. Trek finishes at Auli in the afternoon and transfer about an hour to Joshimath for overnight stay in hotel. (Walking. 5 hrs).
Overnight - Hotel
Day 15 - Today after breakfast a long drive to Rishikesh one of the holy cities for Hindus. In the evening enjoy prayer at holy Ganga Ghat and Explore market before you return to hotel. Overnight Hotel ( 270 Kms / 8-9 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 16 - Today after breakfast drive to Haridwar about 27 kms and visit Har Ki Puri the Holy bathing Ghats at River Ganges also enjoy local atmosphere for an hour before you dive to Delhi. Overnight in Hotel. (235 Kms / 6-7 hrs)
Overnight - Hotel
Day 17 - Today is a free day to relax or to explore Old and New Delhi. Evening transfer to the international airport for flights to respective destinations.
Tour Ends
Essential Information
Base Price Includes
- Accommodation on double/ twin sharing basis as per the itinerary.
- Daily buffet breakfasts included at hotels.
- Trekking camping which includes delicious food prepared by our professional experienced trekking chef, camp boys, tentage like imported sleeping tents, Kitchen /Mess tent, toilet tent, table , camp chairs or any other logistic expenses during trekking as
- Ponies to carry trekking stuffs and clients baggage.
- All transfers and sightseeing by a Private vehicle as indicated in the itinerary.
- Services of a local sightseeing guide during sightseeing and trekking as per the itinerary.
- Monastery Entrance Fees as per the itinerary at mentioned sights.
- Representative for assistance on Arrival /Departure.
- 24/7 assistance by our support team.
Base Price Does Not Include
- International / Domestic air fare.
- Any meal other than Breakfast unless specified.
- Any service or activity charges other than those included in the inclusions.
- Supplement Cost for festival period, long weekend or peak season.
- Entrance fee at monuments and National Parks.
- Unforeseen expenses that demand changes in the itinerary like natural calamities, changes in weather, road blockages, flight/train cancellations and any medical emergency or evacuations.
- Travel insurance and Visa
- Expenses of a personal nature- Staff Tips, Laundry, phone calls, soft or alcoholic drinks, excess baggage charges, camera and Video fee or any other expanses which are not mentioned in above inclusion list.
- Oxygen Cylinder facility for high altitude
- All government taxes as applicable.
More Information
The Garhwal Region, dominated by the awe-inspiring Nanda Devi Sanctuary, is arguably the centre piece of the Indian Himalaya. The area to the west is known as the outer sanctuary and makes for a superb region for walking, with magnificent panoramas of Nanda Devi, Trishul and the Badrinath peaks.
Starting from Delhi we board our morning train from New Delhi railway station for Hardwar to meet your vehicle and drive to Srinagar, the largest town in the Garhwal Himalayas. We travel into the mountains and reach the trailhead at the village of Lohajung. From here we follow part of the approach route used by the 1936 expedition of Shipton and Tilman, which takes us through remote villages, forests and alpine pastures skirting the edge of the Sanctuary. We trek in the shadow of the great peak of Trishul before ascending the Kuari Pass (at 4268 metres - the highest point on the route). From here we appreciate amazing views of the north region across the main Himalaya range towards Tibet.
The tour concludes with visits to Joshimath & Rishikesh - sacred towns located on the Ganges and the destination for thousands of Hindu pilgrims who visit here every year. Before return to Delhi a short visit to Hak Ki Puri the holy bathing Ghats in Haridwar
