Valley of Flowers Grand Tour
The Taj Mahal, a valley of 500 Himalayan wildflower species, Ganga Aarti, and Rajasthan's Pink City.
Package Highlights
Route Overview
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Delhi▾
Private airport pickup, transfer to hotel, welcome briefing.
Day 2Agra — Taj Mahal Sunrise▾
Drive to Agra at dawn (2.5 hours). Taj Mahal as gates open. Private guide, Agra Fort, Mehtab Bagh. Evening drive to Rishikesh.
Day 3Rishikesh — Yoga + Beatles Ashram▾
Yoga at sunrise. Beatles Ashram. Evening Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Day 4Rishikesh — Rafting + Drive to Joshimath▾
Morning rafting on Ganges. Post-lunch drive to Joshimath (8-9 hours, 6,150 ft). Arrival, check in, rest.
Day 5Joshimath — Acclimatization + Govindghat▾
Rest at Joshimath. Short walk to Narasimha Temple. Afternoon drive to Govindghat — the trailhead for Valley of Flowers. Trek briefing. Early rest.
Day 6Trek Day 1 — Govindghat to Ghangaria (10,800 ft)▾
Trek from Govindghat to Ghangaria — 13 km through Bhyundar Valley, following the Pushpawati river. Arrive at Ghangaria, the base camp for both Valley of Flowers and Hemkund Sahib. Overnight at guesthouse.
Day 7Valley of Flowers — Day Visit (12,300 ft)▾
Day hike into the Valley of Flowers UNESCO World Heritage Site — 3 km from Ghangaria. The valley stretches 8 km and blooms with Brahmakamal, Himalayan blue poppy, orchids, and hundreds of wildflower species between July-September. Return to Ghangaria.
Day 8Hemkund Sahib — Sacred Lake (15,190 ft)▾
Trek to Hemkund Sahib — a sacred Sikh lake at 15,190 ft surrounded by seven snow peaks. The Gurdwara Sahib here is one of the holiest Sikh shrines. The altitude is demanding (2,400 ft gain from Ghangaria) — rewarded by an extraordinary experience. Return to Ghangaria.
Day 9Trek Back — Ghangaria to Govindghat + Drive to Haridwar▾
Trek down to Govindghat (13 km). Drive to Haridwar (approx. 7 hours). Check into hotel, rest.
Day 10Haridwar — Ganga Aarti + Ghats▾
Morning at ghats, Mansa Devi Temple. Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri.
Day 11Haridwar to Jaipur (via Delhi or direct)▾
Transfer to Delhi, then evening train to Jaipur (Pink City Express — 4.5 hours, scenic). Arrive Jaipur, check in.
Day 12Jaipur — Amber Fort + City Palace▾
Morning: Amber Fort (elephant ride optional), Jal Mahal. Afternoon: City Palace complex, Jantar Mantar (UNESCO astronomical observatory). Evening: Johari Bazaar for gemstones and textiles.
Day 13Jaipur — Hawa Mahal + Local Life▾
Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds). Visit a blue pottery workshop. Local market for block-print textiles, Rajasthani crafts. Farewell Rajasthani thali dinner.
Day 14Jaipur to Delhi — Departure▾
Train or drive to Delhi (4.5 hours). Transfer to IGI Airport. Trip ends.
What's Included
✓ Included in Package
- ✓Airport pickup and drop (Delhi)
- ✓All transfers by private Innova Crysta
- ✓13 nights accommodation (3-star hotels in Delhi, Agra, Rishikesh, Joshimath, Haridwar, Jaipur; guesthouse at Ghangaria)
- ✓Taj Mahal private guide and entry
- ✓Yoga session in Rishikesh
- ✓White-water rafting in Rishikesh
- ✓ITMB-certified English guide throughout trek section
- ✓Valley of Flowers entry fees
- ✓Hemkund Sahib guided visit
- ✓All meals on trek days (Days 6-8)
- ✓Jaipur city guide (half day)
- ✓Haridwar Ganga Aarti guided experience
- ✓24/7 WhatsApp support
- ✓Altitude sickness kit
✗ Not Included
- ✗International flights
- ✗Indian visa fees
- ✗Travel insurance
- ✗Meals in cities (restaurants nearby)
- ✗Haridwar-Jaipur train ticket (~₹800-2,000 depending on class)
- ✗Amber Fort elephant ride (optional, ₹1,100)
Pricing
All prices in USD. 30% deposit to confirm booking.
| Group Size | Price / Person |
|---|---|
| Solo Traveler | $1620 |
| 2 Travelers | $1500 |
| Group 3–4 | $1400 |
| Group 5–8 | $1300 |
Your Guide
ITMB Certified, Valley of Flowers specialist since 2008, 16 years guiding international groups
What Travelers Say
I've been to 47 countries. The Valley of Flowers is the single most beautiful place I have ever seen. And Junegiri made the entire 14-day journey feel effortless.
Taj Mahal to Hemkund Sahib in two weeks — India in its full glory. The guide who took us through the valley knew every flower by name. Extraordinary experience.
The Jaipur addition was perfect. We went from Himalayan altitude to Rajput forts in 48 hours. India is overwhelming in the best possible way.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Valley of Flowers bloom?▾
Peak bloom: mid-July to mid-August. The valley is accessible June through October, but the floral display is most spectacular in July-August. September has fewer flowers but clearer skies.
Is Hemkund Sahib at 15,190 ft safe?▾
Yes with proper acclimatization. Day 5 at Joshimath (6,150 ft) and Day 6 at Ghangaria (10,800 ft) are essential acclimatization steps. Altitude sickness medication (Diamox) is available and we carry a full medical kit.
Can I skip Jaipur and add more trek time?▾
Yes — we can swap Jaipur for an extra day at the Valley of Flowers, a side trek to Kuari Pass, or Varanasi. WhatsApp us for a custom version.
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