Har ki dun
Sankari
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Har Ki Dun trek is one of the oldest trekking trails in the Himalayas. The path is believed to be traversed by the Pandavas in Mahabharata on their ascent to heaven. On this trek, explore the hidden side of the Garhwal Himalayas along with the Glacial heaven of Jaundhar. In this 7D/6N package, you will trek through Sankri, Taluka, and Osla to reach Har Ki Dun. Also known as ‘Hidden Valley’, this trek is quite popular among nature enthusiasts and trek lovers.
Private Vehicle
Hotel
Dinner
Everyone is expected to assemble at goSTOPS Rishikesh from where you will be driven to Sankri in a private vehicle. En route, enjoy the scenic views of Dhauladhars. Stop for lunch during the 10-hour drive. You will reach the picturesque village of Sankri late in the evening. Upon arrival, check-in to the hotel and freshen up. The evening will be free for you to explore the village and get to know your fellow travelers. Share your travel stories and bond with them over a bonfire session. Enjoy the dinner. There will be an overnight stay at the hotel.
Trek
Tents
All Meals
After a hearty breakfast, start your journey towards Taluka. It's a 12-km long drive. Upon reaching Taluka, begin your trek to Seema village. Revel in the forest of willow, chestnut, and walnut throughout the trekking trail. Upon reaching the serene village of Seema, check-in to the campsite and get ready to enjoy the amazing sunset with some snacks. Enjoy the dinner. There will be an overnight stay in camps.
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Tents
All Meals
Wake up early in the morning and bask in the beauty of the sunrise as the sky changes color. After breakfast, start trekking towards Har Ki Dun. Enchant your soul with mesmerizing views all around. Known as the winter wonderland in the winter, the entire trail is covered with snow. After trekking for around 7 hours, you will reach the beautiful campsite of Har Ki Dun. Enjoy the dinner around a bonfire. There will be an overnight stay in camps.
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Tents
All Meals
Wake up early and catch the sunrise from behind the Swargarohini Peak. After a scrumptious breakfast, you will start your trek to Jaundhar Glacier. With a smearing view of the snow-capped Himalayas, reach Jaundhar, and with a heart full of memories, start your trek back towards the campsite by evening. Enjoy the dinner. There will be an overnight stay in camps.
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Tents
All Meals
Post breakfast, start your descent to Seema village via Osla. The trek runs through a thick forest. After around 6 hours, you will reach the beautiful village of Seema. Upon arrival, check-in to the camps and freshen up. You will have some time for yourself. You could either explore this ancient village or spend time talking to the locals who are always happy to see the tourists. Get to know the ancient story of the Pandavas’ ascent to heaven from the locals. Enjoy the dinner. There will be an overnight stay in camps.
Trek
Tents
All Meals
Wake up early, have a filling breakfast, and start trekking towards Taluka. The trail is a treat for the eyes of nature lovers. There will be a drive from Taluka to Sankri. Upon reaching Sankri, check-in to the camps and freshen up. Enjoy the dinner. There will be an overnight stay in camps.
Private Vehicle
Stay Not Applicable
Breakfast
Start your day early to witness the final sunrise in the mountains. After breakfast, you will be driven back to Rishikesh where the trip will end. With uncountable beautiful memories, bid a farewell to your new friends.
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goSTOPS
India’s fastest-growing backpacker hostel brand, goSTOPS predominantly aims to provide quality travel experiences and make living spaces accessible to the youth - millennials and Gen Z. Founded in 2014 by a Delhi-based couple - Pallavi Agarwal and Pankaj Parwanda, the brand not only provides accommodation, but it enhances the experience of its guests. Whether it is the quality of stay, facilities, amenities, or the things we, as humans, crave for like safety, human interaction, and a sense of belonging- goSTOPS takes care of all of it. So far, there are 25 active hostels, housing around 2,000 beds all over the country. The target is 55 hostels with 3,000 beds by March, 2022.
The company has a geographical footprint in all the major tourist spots in the country like Agra, Alleppey, Amritsar, Bir, Dalhousie, Delhi, Goa, Jaipur, Kasar Devi, Kochi, Leh, Manali, McLeod Ganj, Mukteshwar, Mumbai, Munnar, Mussoorie, Naggar, Nainital, Palampur, Pushkar, Rishikesh, Udaipur, and Varanasi. So far, goSTOPS has hosted more than 4,00,000 travelers across its 25 properties. The target audience is usually between the ages of 18 and 30, comprising a cross-section of solo travelers, group travelers, backpackers, digital nomads, and individuals seeking interesting stay and workation options. It is a full-stack operator brand that leases and transforms budget hotels and operates them as backpacker hostels.
goEXPERIENCES
goEXPERIENCES is the ‘experience division’ of goSTOPS, launched to inspire travelers to enhance their travel experiences. The founders believe that trips can be taken to the next level if they are planned and managed by experts on the ground. goSTOPS offers customized trekking and sports activities like cycling tours, snowboarding, rappelling, boulder climbing, etc. in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Apart from this, travelers are introduced to new and offbeat destinations in Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala, and other cities.
Inclusions
Transportation from Rishikesh to Rishikesh: AC Semi-Sleeper Volvo bus/Tempo Traveler
Accommodation (sharing basis)
Experienced and cool trip leaders/trek guides
Meal Plan: From dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
First-Aid Kits
Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes
Exclusions
Personal essentials -
(i) Equipment- Gumboots, trekking poles, etc.
(ii) Insurance- Personal and travel insurances
(iii) Beverage- Mineral water bottles, bottled or canned beverages
(iv) Snacks- Chocolates, dry fruits, protein, or nutrition bars
(v) Entertainment- Camera or drone fees
● In case your trek remains incomplete or uninitiated because of "force majeure" or due to personal reasons after you arrive at the starting point, you will not be able to get a refund, reschedule or replace any services that remain unutilized by you
● Any additional cost incurred due to changes in Government Guidelines related to travel/trek/COVID-19 will be borne by the trekkers
● Loading and unloading of personnel luggage
● Any kind of emergency evacuation charges
THINGS TO CARRY
- Rucksack (Min 55 Ltrs with rain cover)
- Trekking Shoes, Floaters or Sandals
- Quick Dry Tees
- Track Pants
- Cotton socks
- Pair of woolen socks
- Rain jacket or Poncho
- 1 Full Sleeves Sweater or Fleece Jacket,1 Heavy Jacket, 1 Pair of Thermal
- Quick-dry towel
- Windproof Jacket
- Woolen Cap
- Gloves
- Sun Cap
- Scarf
- Lip Balm
- Cold Cream & SunScreen (SPF 40+)
- Packed food
- Water Bottle 1
- Powerbank
- Headlamp or torch with fresh pair of batteries
- Personal Toiletries
- Personal Basic Medical Kit
- Sunglasses
- People who use spectacles (Use Photochromic glasses instead of contact lenses)
- Trekking Pole
- Extra Polythene
PICKUP LOCATIONS
HOW TO REACH
By Air: Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun serves as the nearest airport to Rishikesh. Visitors can take a direct flight to Dehradun from Mumbai or Delhi or connecting flights from anywhere in India. Local vehicles can be availed from outside the airport to reach Rishikesh by road from Dehradun.
By Train: Rishikesh Junction Railway Station is well-connected to all the surrounding major cities. Visitors can easily find frequent trains to Rishikesh from Delhi and Dehradun.
By Road: Rishikesh is well connected by roads to all major cities and towns, so visitors as per their choice and comfort can take the bus to reach Rishikesh smoothly. Rishikesh is connected to Chandigarh, Delhi, Dehradun, and Nainital through a good network of roads.
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Policy and Terms
- If cancellation is made 30 days before the date of travel, 25% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation is made 15 to 30 days before the date of travel, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- If cancellation is made 0 to 15 days before the date of travel, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
- The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days
Frequest Questions
Personal essentials -
(i) Equipment- Gumboots, trekking poles, etc.
(ii) Insurance- Personal and travel insurances
(iii) Beverage- Mineral water bottles, bottled or canned beverages
(iv) Snacks- Chocolates, dry fruits, protein, or nutrition bars
(v) Entertainment- Camera or drone fees
● In case your trek remains incomplete or uninitiated because of "force majeure" or due to personal reasons after you arrive at the starting point, you will not be able to get a refund, reschedule or replace any services that remain unutilized by you
● Any additional cost incurred due to changes in Government Guidelines related to travel/trek/COVID-19 will be borne by the trekkers
● Loading and unloading of personnel luggage
● Any kind of emergency evacuation charges
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