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 Journey & Landscape
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 expedition members must practice strict Leave No Trace principles, respect local Himalayan spiritual customs, and protect pristine alpine water sources.
Expedition 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
Cinematic 3D highway simulation through Himalayan passes, river valleys, and high altitude shrines. Scrub through days or play the full expedition safari!
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
Safety & Contingency Protocols
Acclimatization & SpO2 Logs
Structured elevation ascent profiles with twice-daily resting pulse and blood oxygen saturation logs monitored by lead guides above 2,500m up to 4,000 m / 13,123 ft (Chandrashila Summit).
High-Altitude Medical Equipment
Every expedition carries certified portable medical oxygen cylinders, automated external diagnostics, trauma first-aid kits, and high-altitude emergency medication.
Emergency Evacuation Network
Direct satellite communication protocols with regional emergency heli-rescue operations and base operations for condition-led rapid evacuation contingency.
Mountain Ethics & Trail Conduct
Leave No Trace Standards
All non-biodegradable waste is packed out of the wilderness. Trekkers use bio-friendly toiletries and avoid single-use plastics along trails and campsites.
Sacred Alpine Water Ethics
Glacial tarns, rivers, and alpine lakes across the Uttarakhand, India circuit are culturally revered. Entering or polluting water bodies is strictly forbidden.
Local Community Dignity
Always ask permission before photographing local residents or spiritual ceremonies. Support mountain communities with fair wages and mutual cultural respect.
Inclusions & Exclusions
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Bookings for Uttarakhand Backpacking Trip (Rishikesh • Chopta • Tungnath • Auli) are capped to ensure small team sizes, personalized safety, and zero environmental overcrowding.