Dodi Tal Trek with Holy dip in Haridwar Kumbh

This tour is an amalgamation of pilgrimage and adventure, It is specially designed for those people who want to witness largest religious gathering in the world and take a holy dip in coming Maha Kumbh at Haridwar as well as want explore the natural beauty of garhwal Himalaya with light trekking upto Dodi Tal Lake.

Dodital Lake:

High up in the mountains is the Dodi Tal lake- mysterious, alluring, and simply beautiful! The serene, tranquil surroundings, gurgling streams, crystal clear water, and dense alpine forests make for an ideal retreat. The trek from Dodital to Yamunotri takes you through high altitude grasslands and dense virgin forests. The scenery en-route is really astounding! The trek for Dodi Tal commences from

Day 01: Delhi - Haridwar (294 mts/965 ft) 214 Kms 5-6 hrs drive.

Morning after breakfast drive to Haridwar. Upon arrival at Haridwar check in at the hotel. In the evening, If possible we will take you to Har-ki-Peri, to witness the famous Aarti of holy Ganges. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Haridwar: Haridwar located in the foothills of the Himalayas, represents the point where the Ganges reaches the plains. Haridwar is an ancient pilgrimage site, held in reverence for centuries. The Chinese pilgrim Hyuen Tsang who visited India in the first millennium CE, describes Haridwar as Mayura, on the eastern banks of the Ganges. Several temples and ashrams dot this town and a visit to Haridwar is like stepping into a totally different world.Legend has it that Bhagirathi brought the Ganges into theearth and into this point where his ancestors were burnt to ashes by the curse of the sage Kapila. Kapilastaan, a spot in Haridwar is pointed to as Kapila's hermitage. Haridwar was once known as Gangadwara.

Day 03: Haridwar

Early morning we will take you to the main Ghat for holy Bath on that particular auspicious day. Overnight stay at hotel.

Day 04 Haridwar - Sangamchatti -Agoda ((2250 mts/7380 ft) (170 Km + 4 kms Trek)

Morning after breakfast drive to Sangamchatti, The drive takes you through the picturesque Garhwal mountains along with the holy Ganges. Upon arrival at Sangamchatti trek up to Agoda. Dinner and overnight stay in tents.

Day 05: Kalyani - Dodital (3307 10847 ft) (17 Kms/ 5-6 hrs)

A gradual uphill trek through beautiful landscape of thick forests and steep cliffs brings you the mysterious Dodital. Dinner and overnight stay in the tent.

Day 06: Dodital (3307 mts/10847 ft)

Day free to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Lake and surrounding dense forest. The scenic beauty of Dodital can compel any nature lover to camp here for days together, the lake, the surrounding pine forest, the towering Darwa Bugyal on one side and the valley on the other is serene and enticing. The parikrama around the lake is of 1.5 kms. A few streams coming from Darwa Bugyal feed the lake. Dinner and overnight stay in the camp.

Day 07: Dodital - Agoda (2250 mts/7380 ft) (17 kms/4-5 hrs)

After breakfast we will trek down till Agoda. It is a 17 Kms Trek, Overnight in camps at Agoda.

Day 08: Agoda - Rishikesh (4 kms trek + 140 kms Drive)

Morning after breakfast Trek down to Sangamchatti 04 Kms Trek, and from Sangamchatti drive down to Rishikesh 140 Km drive. On arrival check in at the hotel. Evening free at leisure. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 09: Rishikesh - Delhi (235 Km/6-7 hrs)

Morning after breakfast city sightseeing tour visit including Laxman Jhoola, Ram Jhoola, Tapovan, Muni ki Reti & Ashrama's. In the afternoon drive to Delhi. On arrival transfer to the International airport time to catch flight for onward destination.

Trip and services ends here.

You can start above tour from delhi on below mentioned dates:

13th Jan'10, 19th Jan'10 29th Jan'10 11th Feb'10,14th March'10 23rd March'10 29th March'10,13th April'10 27th April'10.

Imp Bathing Dates during Kumbh Mela Haridwar are given below:

• 1. 14 January 2010 (thursday) - Makar Sankranti Snan - First Snan (bath)
• 2. 15 January 2010 (friday) - Mauni Amavasya and Surya Grahan ( Sola Eclipse) - Second Snan
• 3. 20 January 2010 (Wed) - Basant Panchmi Snan - Third snan
• 4. 30 January 2010 (saturday) - Magh Purnima Snan - Fourth Snan
• 5. 12 February 2010 (friday) - Maha Shivratri - Pratham Shahi Snan - First Royal Bath
• 6. 15 March 2010 (monday)- Somvati Amavasya - Dvitya Shahi snan - Second Royal Bath.
• 7. 24 March 2010 (Wednesday)- Ram Navmi - Fifth Snan
• 8. 30 March 2010 (Tuesday) - Chaitra purnima snan
• 9. 14 April 2010 (wednesday) - Baisakhi - Pramukh Shahi Sanan.
• 10. 28 April 2010 (wednesday) - Shakh Purnima - snan