Uttarakhand Backpacking Trip (Rishikesh • Chopta • Tungnath • Auli)
Trek to 1,000-year-old Tungnath Temple — The Highest Shiva Temple on Earth (12,073 ft)
An unforgettable Garhwal Himalayan road and trail adventure. Combine the world-renowned yoga capital Rishikesh with the untouched green bugyals of Chopta, conquer the summit of Chandrashila at 13,123 ft with 360-degree views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba, and visit India's first border village Mana.
The Route & Destinations
An unforgettable Garhwal Himalayan road and trail adventure. Combine the world-renowned yoga capital Rishikesh with the untouched green bugyals of Chopta, conquer the summit of Chandrashila at 13,123 ft with 360-degree views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba, and visit India's first border village Mana.
Journey through the spiritual heart of Devbhoomi: Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh, confluence of Bhagirathi and Alaknanda at Devprayag, alpine meadows of Chopta (Mini Switzerland of India), trek to highest Shiva temple Tungnath (12,073 ft) & Chandrashila peak, and the ski slopes of Auli.
All group members must respect local Himalayan traditions, maintain environmental cleanliness, adhere to scheduled vehicle departure times, and protect pristine mountain spots.
Journey & Trip Highlights
Trek to 1,000-year-old Tungnath ...
Trek to 1,000-year-old Tungnath Temple — The Highest Shiva Temple on Earth (12,073 ft)
360-degree Himalayan panorama fr...
360-degree Himalayan panorama from Chandrashila Summit (13,123 ft)
Witness the holy sacred confluen...
Witness the holy sacred confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi at Devprayag
Camp in alpine meadows of Chopta...
Camp in alpine meadows of Chopta surrounded by rhododendron and deodar forests
Take the longest ropeway in Asia...
Take the longest ropeway in Asia to the snow slopes and artificial lake of Auli
Visit Mana — The First Village o...
Visit Mana — The First Village of India near the Indo-Tibetan border with Bheem Pul & Vyas Gufa
3D Overland Safari Route
Expedition route through mountain passes, river valleys, and high altitude shrines. Tap any milestone or drag the timeline to inspect the route details.
Day 01 | Rishikesh to Chopta via Devprayag & Rudraprayag
Meet in Rishikesh. Drive along the holy Ganga and Alaknanda rivers, marvel at Devprayag Sangam (origin of River Ganga), ...
Day-by-Day Trek Itinerary
6 Days / 5 Nights • Total Distance: 700 km • Max Elevation: 4,000 m / 13,123 ft (Chandrashila Summit)
Day 01 | Rishikesh to Chopta via Devprayag & Rudraprayag
Meet in Rishikesh. Drive along the holy Ganga and Alaknanda rivers, marvel at Devprayag Sangam (origin of River Ganga), and climb through pine hills into Chopta (8,790 ft). Swiss camp check-in and bonfire.
Day 02 | Summit Hike to Tungnath (12,073 ft) & Chandrashila (13,123 ft)
Day 03 | Chopta to Joshimath / Auli via Ukhimath
Day 04 | Auli Exploration & Excursion to Mana (First Village of India)
Day 05 | Joshimath to Rishikesh via Karnaprayag
Day 06 | White Water River Rafting & Departure from Rishikesh
Road Travel & Safety Protocols
Verified Transport & Mountain Drivers
Commercial passenger vehicles (Tempo Traveller / Volvo / SUV) inspected for mountain road fitness, driven exclusively by experienced, licensed hill drivers.
Trip Captain & Comprehensive First-Aid
Every group departure is accompanied by a dedicated on-ground Peak Core India trip coordinator equipped with first-aid kits, motion sickness remedies, and emergency protocols.
24x7 Operations & Road Contingency Support
Real-time route monitoring, weather advisories, state border clearance coordination, and agile backup logistics for landslides or road closures.
Travel Ethics & Local Conduct
Clean Mountain Travel & Anti-Littering
All travelers must avoid single-use plastics and ensure trash is disposed of in designated town dustbins. Protect our pristine hill stations and waterways.
Respect Sacred Temples & Gurudwaras
Follow respectful dress codes and traditions across holy shrines including Hadimba Temple, Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, Buddhist Monasteries, and the Golden Temple.
Punctuality & Local Community Support
Adhere to scheduled morning departures to ensure smooth sightseeing, support local mountain homestays, and respect mountain town traffic regulations.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Need to Know Details
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Bookings for Uttarakhand Backpacking Trip (Rishikesh • Chopta • Tungnath • Auli) are capped per batch to ensure comfortable seating, verified boutique stays, and personalized trip coordination.