Auden's Col Trek (209683),Holiday Packages to Garhwal, Gangotri, Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Gangotri

Package Overview

Category: Moderate Adventure - long walking Days.
Auden's Col is a less frequent trekking route in this region of the Himalaya compared to the Khatling Glacier and Gangotri Trek. Auden's Col connects the mountain peaks Jogin I (6465m) and Gangotri III (6580m) and is at a height of around 5242m. Auden's Col binds two glaciers on either side - Khatling glacier on the south and Jogin Bhamak on the north. Auden's Col is approachable from Gangotri and one can trek up to Kedarnath following Auden's Col and Khatling glacier. Auden's Col gets its name from J B Auden, a famous British geologist. He first explored the region in the year of 1939.

HIGHLIGHTS
What makes this tour special
Gangotri Shriine
View of Gangotir Peaks - 6000m plus
Khatling Glacier
Interaction with Sadhus/ Sants and their lifestyle
highest point 5400m

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Day wise Itinerary

Day 1 : DRIVE RISHIKESH TO UTTARKASHI: 07 Hrs

The day starts with a drive to Uttarakashi which takes through the mountain road of Garhwal. It is a spectacular drive that views Bhagirathi valley. Bhagirathi river is dammed at Tehri and it forms a reservoir of 22km behind the dam. It takes us 6-7 hours to reach Uttarakashi. Uttarakashi is a big town of this valley which supplies essential stuff to the villagers of nearby areas. This place can be very busy during May and June as it is the main halt place on the way to Gangotri, one of the major pilgrimage. We drive a little off the main route to Gangotri and arrive at a beautiful and peaceful place called Monal guest house where we stay for an overnight. After arrival, we check in to our room and the rest of the day is spent exploring the surrounding. Overnight at Monal Guesthouse.
- Hotspots : Gangotri
- Themes : Mountaineering
Day 2 : DRIVE TO GANGOTRI: 04 Hrs

After breakfast, we start our drive to Gangotri. It will take us about 4 hours to get to Gangotri. We check into our lodge for an overnight stay. In the evening visit the famous temple of the river Ganga. Gangotri is one of the major pilgrimages for Hindus.
- Hotspots : Gangotri
- Themes : Sightseeing
Day 3 : TREK GANGOTRI TO NALA CAMP: 06 Hrs

By walk along the Rudugaira Ganga. Initially, the trail climbs steeply in the jungle and then crosses the river over a log bridge. Move with the river on your left. Cross a big waterfall coming from your right and camp at a suitable place. Watch out for stone fall by sheep's and keep watch of your stuff from Gaddi's. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 4 : TREK NALA CAMP TO RUDERGAIRA BC: 06 Hrs

By walk with a steep climb of 200 m followed by gradually climbing trail which is again followed by another 300 m steep climb. The climb for the day is over. Move ahead to the camping site seen opposite and camp. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 5 : DAY FOR ACCLIMATISATION:

We take this gently and go for the height gain in the morning for acclimatization for the pass. The rest of the day is to relax. Overnight stay in Tents.
- Themes : Camping
Day 6 : TREK RUDERGARIA BC TO COl BC: 06 Hrs

By walk. Cross the Nala coming from the right and then start moving towards Patangini dhar direction. You have to cross a couple of streams coming from the right. No bridges. On crossing a high ridge you see an open space with sand. Get down there, but don't camp. Keep moving towards the gully along the main glacier and you will reach a campsite. Freshwater may be available nearby. If possible camp as near to the Pass as possible. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 7 : TREK COl BC TO KHATLING GLACIER CAMP: 06 Hrs

By walk, now one has to move over snow and Ice so be careful. Look for crevasses and walk roped up for safety. Reach the col, keeping to your right. The top has sufficient space. Move to cols left and you can see the steep gully going down to the glacier. A crevasse runs along the base and so be careful. Fix rope for safety. Once on the glacier walk with care as the glacier is massive here. Move forward keeping in mind that you have to be near the left side of the glacier. Right is too bad, so you can't move on that side. Camp at a suitable place. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 8 : TREK KHATLING GLACIER CAMP TO WATERFALL CAMP: 07 Hrs

By walk Keep moving along the glacier keeping watch for the crevasses and reach the moraine. By afternoon you will reach the place where there is ice on the right with steep fall and there is a waterfall visible on the left side. Move towards the waterfall and camp just before it next to a water source. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 9 : TREK WATERFALL CAMP TO CHOWKI: 07 Hrs

The walk today involves moving along the trail behind the first waterfall and then negotiating the broken slanting rock with all the care they deserve. Fix a rope. Thereafter cross the second waterfall also with care using a rope. Move on to the glacier and start moving down and also moving to the right of the glacier. Crossover to the other side before water starts from the glacier. Move down with the intention of reaching the trail next to the river. Keep moving and cross the huge boulder section. In the distance, you will site a raised green section. Aim for that and camp at the further end near to the water. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping
Day 10 : TREK CHOWKI TO KHARSOLI: 07 Hrs

By walk. Move slowly as in the initial stage the trail may not be that clear. Thereafter you are on a good enough trail and keep moving with the river flowing on your left. The trail moves into a deep jungle and finally, you reach a big stream coming from your right. Cross it over a log bridge and you sight a small temple. Camp here for the day. Stay in tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 11 : TREK KHARSOLI TO GANGI: 07 Hrs

By walk. The trail is well marked and there is no problem following it. At one place the wider trail moves up. Follow it and moving along it in dense jungle for 45 minutes takes one to Kalyani, from where you get good views of the kush Kalyani bugyal. Rest awhile and then take the trail moving towards the left (where the river flows) and you are on the right trail. Moving along it pass the village of --- and by evening you will be at the village of Gangi. Stay in Tents.
- Themes : Camping, Trekking
Day 12 : TREK GANGI TO GHUTTU: 07 Hrs

By walk. The trail is a good one. The village of Reeh is visible from high up the trail and before it is the GMVN's TRH where you can have breakfast/ lunch as the case may be. One does not have to go to the village and can reach the main trail from the TRH itself. By late afternoon you reach Ghuttu. Stay at GMVN TRH just outside the village.
- Themes : Trekking
Day 13 : TREK GHUTTU TO RISHIKESH: 06 Hrs

Drive from Ghuttu to Rishikesh via Ghansali. Stay in Hotel.
- Themes : Trekking

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Inclusions

CP (Room + Breakfast)
Road transportation from Rishikesh to Rishikesh by car.
Accommodation in Hotel in Uttarakashi and Gangotri on twin share basis.
Accommodation in tents on twin share basis during trekking.
All meals (Day 1 Lunch to Day 13)
All camping gear including tents and sleeping mattress, Kitchen, Dining and toilet tent
Permits and Entrance fees.
Porters to carry your baggage and camping gear.
Good English speaking guide, cooks and porters, mules.

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Exclusions

Accommodation in Rishikesh.
Personal Insurance.
All alcoholic beverages and personal expenses.
HIGHLIGHTS
What makes this tour special
Gangotri Shriine
View of Gangotir Peaks - 6000m plus
Khatling Glacier
Interaction with Sadhus/ Sants and their lifestyle
highest point 5400m

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Price & Rates

No of pax	Age Limit	Price per pax (Rs)
Adult	Above 12 years	INR 108000 / Adult ( With Tax )

* Mentioned prices may vary depending upon date of travel, hotel availability, surge pricing and seasonal rush.

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Package Start From

Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India, Asia

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Note

50% advance payment confirms your booking.
We will transport all your belongings for you so that you only have to carry your day pack with a camera, water bottle, and jacket.
We serve three meals a day including snacks and drinks. We provide a variety of tasty healthy food including Indian, Chinese, and Western meals with lots of vegetables and fruit.

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Terms & Conditions

Payment Terms & Methods :
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount

Cancellation & Refund Policy :
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.

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