Weekend Getaway Visit the Auli – Chopta – Rishikesh with Holiday360
INCLUSIONS
Pick from airport / railway train
Accommodation in a hotel
Entry tickets to key attractions
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trip
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trip
EXCLUSIONS
Personal expenses (snacks, souvenirs, etc.)
Any additional meals or drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
Camera fees at tourist sites (if applicable)
Travel insurance
Tips and gratuities
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Day 1: Arrive in Rishikesh – Temples, Cafes & Ganga Aarti
Arrival: Reach Rishikesh by road/train (via Haridwar) or flight (nearest airport: Dehradun).
Check-in: Hotel or riverside camps in Tapovan or Laxman Jhula area.
Explore: Lakshman Jhula & Ram Jhula: Iconic suspension bridges with scenic views.Neelkanth Mahadev Temple (optional short drive).Café Hopping: Try healthy bites at The Beatles Café, Little Buddha Café.Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat – Spiritual experience with chanting, lamps, and riverfront rituals.
Overnight: Stay in Rishikesh.
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Day 2: Drive to Chopta – The Mini Switzerland of India
Early Morning: Drive to ChoptaRoute: Rishikesh → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta.
Scenic drive alongside rivers and coniferous forests.
Short tea breaks at Devprayag (confluence of Alaknanda & Bhagirathi rivers).
Camps or eco-huts in Chopta meadows.
Leisure walk in meadows, watch Himalayan sunset over Kedar Dome and Chaukhamba peaks.
Overnight: Stay in Chopta (carry warm clothing – nights are cold).
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Day 3: Trek to Tungnath & Chandrashila – Drive to Joshimath
Begin Tungnath trek (~3.5 km one way).
Visit Tungnath Temple – the highest Shiva temple in the world.
Continue to Chandrashila Peak (~1.5 km further) – panoramic views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and other peaks.
Return to Chopta base by afternoon.
Drive to Joshimath - Late evening arrival; check-in at hotel in Joshimath.
Overnight: Stay in Joshimath.
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Day 4: Auli Day Trip – Ropeway, Snow & Bugyal Hike
Take the Auli Ropeway from Joshimath – one of Asia’s longest and highest cable cars.
Visit Auli Ski Slopes and enjoy snow activities (in winter) or panoramic walks.
Hike Option - Trek to Gorson Bugyal (~3 km): Lush green meadow with sweeping views of the Nanda Devi range.
Lunch: At Auli GMVN or scenic cafés.
Return by ropeway to Joshimath.
Overnight: Stay in Joshimath.
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Day 5: Return to Rishikesh – Departure
Early Departure: Start your drive back to Rishikesh.
Optional stopover at Rudraprayag or Devprayag for photos/snacks.
