A short days trip which involves drive to Gangotri , the ancient source of the holy river Ganga and trek to the finest high altitude Himalayan lake, Kedar Tal (4912 mts) punctuated with breath stopping close view of Greater Himalayan peaks e.g. Thaleysagar (6904 mts), Brigupanth (6772 mts) and Jogin Group of peaks. The emerald lake with melting snow of Kedar glacier originates Kedarganga, a tributary of Bhagirathi, considered as lord Shiva,'s contribution to Bhagirathi. One can encounter a good variety of high altitude fauna e.g. Bharal (blue sheep), Goral, Himalayan black bear with a great variety of birds. The trek is bit strenuous, but the rewards are very high.

Duration         : 14 Nights / 15 Days
Max Altitude   : 4912 Mts
Best Time       : April to June & August to October
Difficulty        : Moderate Trek
Places Visit : Arrive Delhi-Haridwar –Rishikesh-Uttarkashi - Gangotri - Bhoj Kharak - Kedar Kharak-Kedar Kharak - Kedartal-Bhoj Kharak - Gangotri – Uttarkashi-Rishikesh- Haridwar - Delhi-Agra-Delhi Dep.

Day 01: Arrive Delhi :
Upon arrival at Delhi airport, meet to our representative, later transfer to hotel for overngiht stay.

Day 02: Delhi - Haridwar –Rishikesh (348m)
Early morning catch train to Haridwar 5 hrs journey, on arrival meet to assistance visit Har Ki Pauri, Temples and Ashram, later evening drive 24 km to Rishikesh, On arrival check in hotel.

Day 03: Rishikesh- Uttarkashi (1158 mts) 150 km/ 5-6 hrs drive.
Early morning after breakfast drive to Uttarkashi. Situated on the bank of roaring Bhagirathi, this town is famous for its institute of mountaineering NIM. Arrive at Uttarkashi and transfer to hotel. Rest of the time visit local market or temples.

Day 04: Uttarkashi - Gangotri (3140 mts) 119 km/ 5-6 hrs drive.
Morning after breakfast drive to Gangotri. Via Gangnani and Sukhi Top, on arrival at Gangotri check in hotel rest of the time visit Gangotri Temples and local market. Overnight at hotel.

Day 05: Gangotri - Bhoj Kharak (3780 mts) (5 hrs)
Morning after breakfast trek to Bhoj Kharak. The steep ascent to Bhoj Kharak starts as we leave the camp. After an hour climb we traverse Kedar gorge to reach Bhoj Kharak. The entire trek is along Kedar Ganga , through fir and Bhoj (birch) trees. The bark of birch was used as paper for ancient manuscript in Inida. Arrive Bhoj Kharak and camp. Overnight at Tent

Day 06: Bhoj Kharak - Kedar Kharak (4270 mts)(4-5 hrs)
After early breakfast trek through a long meadow with Bhrigupanth peak in backdrop. Arrive and camp near the gushing stream in the meadow. Overnight at tent.

Day 07: Kedar Kharak - Kedartal (4912 mts) (4-5 hrs)
Today the trek is very steep and through boulders and stones. After 3-4 hrs walking on difficult terrain we reach Kedartal . Arrive and camp. Enjoy an excellent sunset on Thaleysagar peak with its reflection in the lake. Overnight at tent.

Day 08: Kedartal – Bhojkharak (3780m) (4-5 hrs)
Early morning witness special sunrise on the peaks and lake. After breakfast trace your steps back to Bhoj kharak. Lunch at Kedarkharak. Arrive Bhoj Kharak and camp. Overnight at tent.

Day 09: Bhoj Kharak - Gangotri – Drive to Uttarkashi, (4-5 hrs trek and 3 hrs Drive)
Early morning start trekking down to Gangotri. Later drive to Uttarkahsi overnight at hotel. Rest of the time leisure.

Day 10: Uttarkashi - Rishikesh (5-6 hrs drive)
Morning after breakfast drive towards Rishikesh. Lunch en route upon arrival  check in hotel later visit Ganga Arti at Parmarth Niketan Overnight at hotel.

Day 11: Rishikesh- Haridwar - Delhi
Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar, catch train to Delhi, on arrival meet to assistance drive to hotel for overnight.

Day 12: Delhi-  Agra :
Early morning drive to Agra, after noon visit Agra Fort, Itmad-ud-Daula, and local market. Overnight at hotel.

Day 13: Agra- Delhi Departure
Early morning "Taj Mahal" visit on Sun rise, drive back to hotel for breakfast later straight drive to International airport.

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