Embark on an elevated spiritual journey from the sacred plains to the glaciated peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas with our 5 Nights / 6 Days Paonta Sahib and Hemkund Sahib Tour. This holy yatra connects the serene Yamuna riverbanks where Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji composed sacred verses at Paonta Sahib with the high-altitude pilgrimage sanctuary of Sri Hemkund Sahib nestled beside a glacial lake surrounded by seven Himalayan peaks.
Travel through the holy river confluences (Prayags) along the Alaknanda and Lakshman Ganga valleys, trek amidst alpine flora from Govindghat to Ghangaria, seek blessings at the highest Gurudwara in the world at Sri Hemkund Sahib, and conclude your journey via the spiritually resonant riverbanks of Rishikesh and Haridwar.
Early morning departure from Delhi by road.
Arrive at Paonta Sahib on the banks of the sacred Yamuna River and have holy darshan at Gurudwara Sri Paonta Sahib.
Visit Yamuna River Ghat, Gurudwara Dastar Asthan (where turban-tying competitions were held), and Gurudwara Shri Talab Asthan.
Attend the evening Rehras Sahib prayers and spend peaceful time within the Gurudwara premises.
Overnight stay at Paonta Sahib.
After an early breakfast, commence drive towards Joshimath / Pipalkoti via Rishikesh and the scenic Devprayag mountain route.
En route, witness the sacred river confluences: Devprayag Sangam (where Bhagirathi meets Alaknanda to form the Ganga), Rudraprayag, and Karnaprayag.
Arrive at Joshimath / Pipalkoti in the evening; check in and rest after the mountain journey.
Overnight stay at Joshimath / Pipalkoti.
Early morning drive to Govindghat, the base camp for the pilgrimage.
Commence the scenic 13 km mountain trek along the roaring Lakshman Ganga to Ghangaria (pony, palki, and helicopter options are subject to availability).
Enjoy sweeping views of pine forests and Himalayan waterfalls along the route.
Upon arrival at Ghangaria, check into your accommodation and rest for high-altitude acclimatization.
Overnight stay at Ghangaria.
Early morning steep ascent trek (approx. 6 km one way) from Ghangaria to Sri Hemkund Sahib (altitude 4,329 m).
Arrive at the sacred star-shaped Gurudwara beside the pristine, crystal-clear glacial lake surrounded by seven snow-capped peaks.
Take holy darshan, offer heartfelt prayers, and partake in hot prasad and tea at the Gurudwara.
Trek back down to Ghangaria in the afternoon before weather conditions change.
Evening at leisure to rest.
Morning trek down from Ghangaria to Govindghat.
Meet your transport vehicle at Govindghat and proceed on the return drive towards Rishikesh / Haridwar.
Arrive in the evening; enjoy an optional visit to the grand Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri (Haridwar) or visit a local Gurudwara.
Check into your hotel; overnight stay at Haridwar / Rishikesh.
Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Enjoy a leisurely morning along the riverbanks before driving back to Delhi (approx. 240 km / 5–6 hrs).
Arrive in Delhi in the evening with sacred blessings and cherished pilgrimage memories.
