Chamoli & Alaknanda Valley Backpacking & Cultural Tour ★ Featured Circuit Easy

Badrinath Ji & Mana Village Spiritual Circuit

Chamoli & Alaknanda Valley • Pickup: Rishikesh / Shimla • Drop: Rishikesh / Manali

Duration 3 Days

Difficulty Easy

Max Altitude 12,000 Feet

Group Limit 12 Persons Max

Best Season May to June & September to November

Starting Rate ₹7,999 /PP

Tour Overview

A serene 3-day guided overland journey from Rishikesh to holy Badrinath Dham, geothermal Tapt Kund, and historic Mana Village (the first village of India) on the Indo-Tibetan border.

Badrinath Ji is the crown jewel of the Char Dham circuits, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and nestled picturesquely along the Alaknanda river between Nar and Narayan mountain peaks. This 3-day backpacking and cultural tour takes you on a magnificent journey through all five sacred river confluences (Panch Prayag), leading to Badrinath Dham at 12,000 feet and Mana Village, the mythical last Indian border settlement renowned for Bhim Pul, Vyas Gufa, and Saraswati river views.

⭐ Tour Highlights

6 Key Moments

★ Drive along the legendary Panch Prayag river confluences of the Garhwal Himalayas

★ Darshan at the colorful, ornate Badrinath Temple with Nar-Narayan peaks backdrop

★ Take a spiritually purifying dip in the natural geothermal sulfur waters of Tapt Kund

★ Explore historic Mana Village: India’s first border hamlet just 3 km from Badrinath

★ Witness the gushing Saraswati river gorge and the ancient natural stone bridge of Bhim Pul

★ Comfortable road tour suitable for travelers, families, and backpackers of all ages

Available Tour Packages

1 Options

Standard Group Tour (Rishikesh to Rishikesh)

₹7,999

Shared-group backpacking and cultural tour package covering transport, stays, and temple sightseeing.

✓ Round-trip transport from Rishikesh in Tempo Traveller / private cab
✓ 2 Nights hotel stay in Pipalkoti / Joshimath
✓ Vegetarian Breakfast & Dinner
✓ Sightseeing of Badrinath Temple, Tapt Kund, and Mana Village
✓ All driver allowances, tolls, and parking taxes

✓ What's Included

✓ Round-trip transportation from Rishikesh in Tempo Traveller / Bolero
✓ 2 Nights hotel accommodation on sharing basis
✓ Nutritious vegetarian meals (Breakfast & Dinner)
✓ Experienced trip coordinator and mountain driver
✓ Sightseeing in Badrinath and Mana Village
✓ All tolls, state permits, and driver charges

✕ What's Not Included

✕ Personal expenses and lunch
✕ Temple VIP entry tickets or personal pujas
✕ Travel and medical insurance
✕ 5% GST

Day-by-Day Route Itinerary

3 Days Schedule

Day 1

Day 01 : Rishikesh to Joshimath / Pipalkoti

Route: Rishikesh → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Karnaprayag → Nandaprayag → Pipalkoti / Joshimath

• Morning departure from Rishikesh heading up into the Chamoli district.
• Witness the Panch Prayag river confluences along the holy Alaknanda.
• Arrive at Pipalkoti or Joshimath by late afternoon; check into hotel and enjoy an evening walk.

Day 2

Day 02 : Badrinath Dham Darshan & Mana Village Exploration

Route: Joshimath → Hanuman Chatti → Badrinath Dham → Mana Village → Joshimath

• Drive early from Joshimath ascending towards Badrinath Dham (approx. 45 km drive).
• Take a dip in the natural hot springs of Tapt Kund, followed by Badrinath temple darshan.
• Drive 3 km ahead to Mana Village, the first village of India; visit Vyas Gufa, Ganesh Gufa, and Bhim Pul.
• Return to Joshimath by evening; overnight stay.

Day 3

Day 03 : Return Journey to Rishikesh

Route: Joshimath / Pipalkoti → Srinagar → Rishikesh

• Breakfast with mountain vistas and checkout.
• Scenic descent back towards Rishikesh with lunch stopover.
• Arrival in Rishikesh by evening.

ℹ️ Policies & Important Guidelines

• Safe Travel: Well-maintained vehicles and experienced mountain drivers.
• Flexible Cancellation: > 15 days: INR 1,000 deduction; 7-15 days: 50% deduction; < 7 days: 100% deduction.