A short and soul-stirring journey into the Himalayas, the Valley of Flowers Trek is one of India’s most scenic monsoon treks — known for its vibrant alpine meadows and rare Himalayan flora. Starting from Haridwar/Rishikesh and leading through Govindghat and Ghangaria, the trek takes you into the heart of Uttarakhand’s UNESCO-listed Valley of Flowers National Park.
Included/Exclude
Cost Includes
- Transport from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Joshimath and return
- Accommodation (hotels/guesthouses/homestays) on twin/triple sharing
- All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 6 breakfast
- Trek permits & entry fees (Valley of Flowers National Park)
- Professional guide, first aid, oxygen cylinder
- Porters/mules (if pre-booked)
Cost Excludes
- Travel to/from Haridwar/Rishikesh from your home city
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, tips, laundry, SIMs)
- Travel insurance or emergency evacuation costs
- Mule/porter for personal luggage (if not included)
- Anything not mentioned in “Inclusions”
Trip Info
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Hotel / Guesthouse / Homestay (Twin/Triple Sharing)
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Mid-July to Mid-August
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Available in Joshimath & Govindghat only
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14,100 ft / 4,298 m (Hemkund Sahib)
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Guided (Certified Trek Leader & Local Support Staff)
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English, Hindi
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VISA, MasterCard, Bank Transfer
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Flight, On-foot
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4–7 Hours/day
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Included (from Day 1 Dinner to Day 6 Breakfast)
Why go?
Because nowhere else in India feels like this.
The Valley of Flowers isn’t just a trek — it’s a natural spectacle that shows up for a few weeks each year and then quietly disappears. Hidden in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, this UNESCO World Heritage site bursts into life during the monsoon with over 300 species of wildflowers carpeting the valley — blue poppies, orchids, Himalayan bellflowers, and blooms you’ve never even heard of.
This trek is short, scenic, and beginner-friendly, but still gives you high-altitude feels. You walk past rivers, waterfalls, and wooden bridges; stay in quiet mountain villages; and if you choose to, climb up to Hemkund Sahib, a glacial lake flanked by prayer flags and peaks.
It’s peaceful, raw, and refreshingly simple. No frills. Just fresh air, wild beauty, and a kind of quiet you didn’t know you needed.
Quick Facts
- Walk through one of India’s most beautiful alpine valleys — a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Spot over 300 species of wildflowers in full bloom (Blue Poppy, Cobra Lily, Brahma Kamal)
- Hike through pine forests, stone paths, wooden bridges, and glacier-fed rivers
- Visit the sacred Hemkund Sahib Gurudwara and its high-altitude glacial lake (optional)
- Scenic drive through the five confluences (Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag, etc.)
- Stay in peaceful mountain villages like Joshimath, Govindghat, and Ghangaria
- Ideal monsoon trek — lush landscapes, waterfalls, misty mornings
- Experienced local guides, support staff, and oxygen/first aid included
- A complete nature-immersion trip — without needing hardcore mountaineering skills
