Gangotri
The shrine of Gangotri is situated at an elevation of 3200 m surrounded by deodars and pines. The original temple was constructed by the Gorkha General Amar Singh Thapa. Every year people from all around the world visit this shrine. A number of ashrams and dharamshalas are located on the other side of the river.
It is believed that Raja Bhagirath used to worship Shiva on a slab of rock "Bhagirath Shila" situated near the temple. Submerged in the river there is a natural Shivling where, according to mythology, Lord Shiva sat when he received the Goddess Ganga in his matted locks. A days trek takes one to Gaumukh, the source of the mighty Ganges.
Day 03: - Gangotri - Bhojwassa (3792 mts / 12440 ft)
The walk begins with gradual ascent through pine trees, alongside the roaring Bhagirathi River with towering cliffs on your left hand side. Soon after you leave Gangotri, you pass a check post for the Gangotri Conservation Project. The money they collect from your guide trees and an awareness campaign for trekkers on eco-sensitive tourism. Today’s walk is quite short to help with acclimatisation. Chirbasa means pine trees. Here you have superb views of Manda peak (20,853ft/6511m), Hanuman Tibba (17,186ft/5366m), Bhrigu Parbat (19,217ft/6000m), Bhagirathi I, II and III (21,958ft/6856m, 20,857ft/6512m, and 20,671ft/6454m respectively). You could well spot herds of Bharal roaming the hillside above Chirbasa. Overnight camp.
Day 04: Bhojwassa - Gomukh (3890 mts) – Bhojwassa
It takes approximately 1-2 hours to reach Bhojbasa (12,145ft/3792m) which has an ashram, a tourist guest house and police post. Here the majestic soaring peak of Shivling (20,956ft/6543m) comes into view. The trek from Bhojbasa to Gaumauk is a fairly gradual ascent. “Gau” means cow, and “Mauk” means mouth. At Gaumuk, you can dip your hands and toes in the revered holy water of the Ganges, and you may wellfind your guide collecting holy water here on the decent for |
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a Puja. Gangotri used to be the source, but the glacier has receded now to just beyond Gaumauk. Overnight camp.
Day 05: Bhojwassa - Gangotri - Harsil
We will trek down to Gangotri for a couple of hours and from here drive down to Harsil. Evening at leisure. Overnight in tents
Harsil: Harsil is a beautiful spot to see the colors of the nature. The walks, picnics and trek lead one to undiscovered stretches of green, grassy land. Harsil is a perfect place to relax and enjoy the surroundings. Sighting here includes the Wilson Cottage, built in 1864 and Sat Tal (seven Lakes). The adventurous tourists have the choice to set off on various treks that introduces them to beautiful meadows, waterfalls and valleys. Situated amidst the incredible beauty of mountain peaks, Harsil is counted amongst some of the most beautiful places in the Garhwal region.
Day 06: Harsil - Haridwar - Early morning drive 270 kms to reach Haridwar. From here catch night train for Delhi. Overnight journey.
Day 07: Haridwar - Delhi
Arrival at Delhi by early morning then transfer to hotel for rest. In the late evening transfer to International airport.
Trip and services ends.
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