PHAU 01
Tour Places Include :- Rishikesh 1, Srinagar 2, Auli 3
Day 01 – Delhi to Rishikesh (220kms / 6hrs)
Arrival at Delhi Airport / Railway Station, proceed for Rishikesh by Road.
Rishikesh: 24 Kms upstream on the banks of the Ganga where it is met by the Chandrabhaga is the holy town of Rishikesh. Literally, Rishi’s (holy man) locks, this small town is the point where the holy Ganges crashes down in full glory onto huge boulders and creates long stretches of white sandy beaches. The banks are lined with ashrams, where saints and holy men rested before beginning their arduous pilgrimage up into the snow-covered land of the gods. Rishikesh is essentially a combination of five different districts- Rishikesh the commercial centre, Muni-ki-reti in the quiet suburbs, Shivananda Nagar to the north, Lakshmanjhula with its holy shrines and Swarg Ashram where most of the ashrams are located. Post breakfast commence sightseeing tour. Visit the Triveni Ghat, in the centre of town is the most prominent bathing Ghat in Rishikesh. With its modern images of Hindu deities and white sandy beach, the Ghat is ideal for a dip in the holy waters of the Ganga early morning. The Bharat Mandir near Triveni Ghat is reputed to be the oldest temple in Rishikesh. The temple's presiding deity is a black stone Vishnu, which is believed to have been consecrated by Adi Shankaracharya when he visited Rishikesh in the 9th century. This occasion is commemorated with special celebrations on the day of Basant Panchami, the spring festival. Swarg Ashram, with its numerous ashrams, food stalls and shops is a haunt for those looking for insights into religious themes. The newly constructed Ram Jhoola straddles the Ganga at this point. You can also make a river crossing on the ferries that run during the day. Important shrines and ashrams at Swarg Ashram include Kali Kumbliwale founded by Swami Vishudhananda, Parmarth Niketan with large statues of gods and goddesses and the Gita Bhavan with its Ayurvedic dispensary and shop selling religious books and cotton Khadi. About 2 Kms upstream is the old footbridge called Lakshmanjhula, named after the brother of Lord Rama. Temples line both sides of the river at Lakshmanjhula. The Shivanand Jhoola is another suspension bridge spanning the river along the ancient route to Kedarnath and Badrinath. To the northeast is the area of Muni-ki-reti. Along the banks of the Chandrabhaga River, this area with its secluded white sand beaches is ideal for swimming. Boat rides on the river near Swarg Ashram are a pleasant diversion, and you can feed the fish that cluster around pilgrims throwing balls of wheat flour into the waters. Post lunch drive 12 Kms from Rishikesh, on the top of a hill is the shrine of Neelkanth Mahadev. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the shrine commemorates the lord’s divine act of drinking the poison left over from the churning of the oceans. This made his throat turns blue, thus giving the name, Neelkanth. Evening participate in the Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghats - a spiritually uplifting sight!
Overnight at Rishkesh.
Day 02 – Rishikesh to Srinagar (Garwal) (102kms / 05hrs)
Morning early morning we proceed for Rafting. After Lunch we check out from Hotel and proceed for Srinagar by Road (102kms / 05hrs.). Evening enjoy local sight seeing. Overnight at Srinagar.
Day 03 – Srinagar to Auli (130kms / 06hrs)
After breakfast we checkout from hotel and proceed for Auli by Road (130kms / 06hrs.) Clifftop Club Auli is (Worlds Second Highest Resort, 245 Km). Enjoy the landscapes and scenery on the way. Route to Auli is in parallel tune most of the times with the Rivers like Ganga, Bhagirati, Alaknanda, Mandakini, Pindar,.etc. Reach Joshimath by 4 PM. Enjoy the Asia’s highest and longest Ropeway connecting Joshimath - Auli 4Km/22 minutes. Enjoy Sunset on Nanda Devi (Worlds 4th highest peak) & other snow clad ranges over a cup of Tea from Your Room or Deck. Enjoy Bonfire Music with Dinner, Night stay at Resort.
Day 04 – Auli
After the Breakfast Leave for the local guided treks to have a beautiful view of Helang Valley. Enjoy open Chairlift ride to sanjeevni temple. After Lunch, visit Lake Valentine amidst thick pine forest and... Enjoy Sunset from Gorson Sunset Point. Enjoy Bonfire Music with Dinner, Night stay at Resort.
Day 05 – Auli
Full day free for leisure. Overnight at Auli.
Day 06 – Auli to Srinagar (130kms/ 06hrs)
After breakfast we checkout from hotel and straight drive to Srinagar. Evening free for Leisure. Overnight at Srinagar.
Day 07 – Srinagar to Delhi (320kms / 7hrs.)
After breakfast we checkout from hotel and proceed for Delhi by Road, Drop at Airport / Railway Station.
TOUR END
|