Uttarakhand, India
Valley of Flowers Trek
Ghangaria · Hemkund Sahib
4.7(83 sample reviews)TrekEasy–ModerateNature
- Duration
- 6D / 5N
- Difficulty
- Easy–Moderate
- Group size
- 12–18 trekkers
- Best season
- Jul – Sep
- Pickup / drop
- Rishikesh / Haridwar → Rishikesh / Haridwar
- Max altitude
- 3,650 m
Overview
A gentle trek into a UNESCO valley carpeted with alpine flowers — the most beginner-friendly Himalayan trek we run.
- 300+ species of alpine flowers
- Hemkund Sahib pilgrimage walk
- Gentle gradient suitable for beginners
- Stay in Ghangaria village
Route: Haridwar → Joshimath → Govindghat → Ghangaria → Valley of Flowers
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Haridwar to JoshimathDrive along the Alaknanda
A long scenic drive up the Garhwal valley.
- Drive along the Alaknanda
- Meals
- Dinner
- Stay
- Hotel in Joshimath
- Altitude
- 1,900 m
Day2Joshimath to Govindghat to GhangariaThe trek begins
Drive to Govindghat and trek 12 km to Ghangaria.
- The trek begins
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Lodge in Ghangaria
- Altitude
- 3,050 m
Day3Valley of FlowersA day among the blooms
Walk into the valley and spend the day amid the flowers.
- A day among the blooms
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Lodge in Ghangaria
- Altitude
- 3,650 m
Day4Hemkund SahibThe glacial lake shrine
A steep climb to the glacial lake and the gurudwara.
- The glacial lake shrine
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Lodge in Ghangaria
- Altitude
- 4,329 m
Day5Ghangaria to Govindghat to JoshimathDescent
Trek down and drive to Joshimath.
- Descent
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Stay
- Hotel in Joshimath
- Altitude
- 1,900 m
Day6Joshimath to HaridwarReturn
Drive back to Haridwar / Rishikesh.
- Return
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Stay
- —
What’s included
- Stays5 nights in guesthouses and trek camps
- MealsAll meals on the trek, breakfast at base
- Base-camp transfersPick-up and drop at the base point
- Certified trek leaderTrek leader, guides and support staff
- PermitsForest, camping and trek permits
- Safety kitOxygen cylinder, first aid and emergency evacuation plan
Not included
- Travel to and from the base point
- Porter / mule charges for personal luggage
- Personal expenses and tips
- Travel insurance
- 5% GST
- Anything not mentioned under inclusions
What to pack
- Trekking shoes (broken in) and gaiters
- Three warm layers and a rain shell
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
- 2 L hydration setup
- Personal medication
- ID proof
Good to know
- Stay
- 5 nights in handpicked stays on twin or triple sharing.
- Transport
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, with an experienced local driver.
- Meeting point
- Rishikesh / Haridwar — your trip captain holds a BYKO board. Exact timings are shared a week before departure.
- Age group
- 12–55 years
- Itinerary order can change due to weather, road or permit conditions.
- Prices, availability and seat counts shown are demonstration values.
Cancellation: Free reschedule up to 30 days before departure; staged cancellation charges after that. (Placeholder terms — see the cancellation policy page.) Full policy
Upcoming departures
Next dates: 02 Aug 2027 · 16 Aug 2027 · 30 Aug 2027. Pick one in the booking card.
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time travellers?
Difficulty is rated "Easy–Moderate". Our trip captain briefs the group every morning and adjusts the pace so everyone is comfortable.
What is the group size?
We keep groups small — 12–18 trekkers. That means faster check-ins, better conversations and more flexibility on the road.
Can I customise this itinerary?
Yes. For private groups, couples or families we can tailor dates, stays and activities. Send an enquiry from the Custom Trips page or call us.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms depend on how close to departure you cancel. See the cancellation policy page for the (placeholder) schedule used in this demo.
Traveller reviews
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Meera K.
Aug 2025
“Every detail felt considered, but nothing felt over-planned. Exactly how travel should be.”
Rohan & Mira
Aug 2025
“The best kind of luxury is having someone else handle the details while you enjoy the view.”
Nisha P.
Mar 2025
“A beautifully paced escape with the right mix of planning, freedom and surprise.”
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