Auli Chopta Tour Package from Delhi

Day 1: Delhi to Rudraprayag

Leave Delhi early in the morning and drive via Meerut, Haridwar and Rishikesh, then along the Ganga through Devprayag and Srinagar to Rudraprayag. Stop for breakfast and lunch on the way. Check in on arrival and have dinner at the hotel. The drive takes around 9 to 10 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

Day 2: Rudraprayag to Joshimath and Auli

After breakfast, drive via Karnaprayag and Chamoli to Joshimath, then up to Auli, with views of Nanda Devi and Mana Parvat on a clear day. Enjoy the meadows and the cable car ride if you choose it, and in winter try snow activities or a ski session if conditions allow. Stay overnight at Auli or Joshimath and have dinner at the stay. The drive to Joshimath takes around 5 to 6 hours.

Day 3: Auli to Chopta

After a relaxed breakfast, check out and drive via Chamoli and Gopeshwar to Chopta. Check in at your camp or hotel on arrival, then spend the evening at leisure in the meadows and have dinner at the stay. The drive takes around 5 to 6 hours, depending on road conditions.

Day 4: Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek

Begin the trek early to Tungnath, one of the highest Shiva temples in the world, through rhododendron forest and open meadows. Continue to Chandrashila summit if the weather allows, for views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kedarnath and Chaukhamba. Return to Chopta in the afternoon, relax and have dinner. The trek is about 3.5 km one way to Tungnath, with roughly 1.5 km more to Chandrashila.

Day 5: Deoria Tal and Sari Village

After breakfast, drive to Sari village, the starting point for the short trek to Deoria Tal, a calm lake with reflections of the Chaukhamba peaks. Enjoy the walk and time by the lake, then return to Sari and drive back to Chopta. Spend the evening at leisure in the meadows. The trail to Deoria Tal is about 2.5 km each way and suits most fitness levels.

Day 6: Chopta to Delhi

Have an early breakfast and check out, then drive back to Delhi via Ukhimath, Rudraprayag, Rishikesh and Haridwar, with stops for meals on the way. You reach Delhi in the late evening or at night, depending on traffic, and the tour ends with drop-off at your preferred point. The drive takes around 10 to 11 hours.

Inclusions

Pickup and drop from Delhi, accommodation for 5 nights (1 night at Rudraprayag, 1 night at Auli or Joshimath, 3 nights at Chopta) in a hotel or camp on twin or triple sharing, daily breakfast and dinner, all transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle from Delhi as per the itinerary (including the drives up to Auli and to Sari village), an experienced driver, a local trek guide for the Tungnath, Chandrashila and Deoria Tal treks, and all toll, parking, fuel and driver charges.

Exclusions

Airfare or train fare to and from Delhi, lunches and any meals not mentioned (including meals on the road to and from Delhi and packed lunches for the trek days unless confirmed), the Auli cable car ticket, skiing sessions, instructor and gear rental, forest or trek entry fees if applicable, pony, porter or trekking support charges, personal expenses such as laundry, tips and phone bills, travel insurance, and any costs arising from road closures, landslides, snow or weather conditions beyond our control.

Important travel information

The drives from Delhi to Rudraprayag on Day 1 and from Chopta back to Delhi on Day 6 are long, around 9 to 11 hours each, so an early start is recommended and arrival times depend on traffic, weekend rush and road conditions. Auli, the Tungnath and Chandrashila trek and the Deoria Tal trek all depend on weather, snow and trail conditions, and activities may be shortened or skipped for safety. The guide's decision on safety is final. Skiing at Auli is seasonal, usually from January to early March, and the cable car may pause in strong wind or heavy snow. Chopta also has heavy snowfall in winter, usually from December to February, so trails and roads may close. Road access between Rishikesh, Joshimath, Chopta and Sari village can be affected by landslides during the monsoon (July to September) and by snow in winter, so travel timings and the itinerary may change for safety. Auli is at about 2,500 metres, Chopta at about 2,600 metres, Tungnath at about 3,600 metres, Chandrashila at about 4,000 metres and Deoria Tal at about 2,400 metres, so carry warm layers, a waterproof jacket, sturdy trekking shoes with good grip, gloves, a woollen cap, a torch, sunglasses, sunscreen and any personal medicines. Guests prone to motion sickness should carry medication for the winding mountain roads. Start early on the trek days, as afternoon weather can change quickly, and tell your guide at once if you feel dizzy, breathless or unwell. The Tungnath and Chandrashila trek is moderate and the Deoria Tal trail is easier, and guests with knee, breathing or heart concerns should check with a doctor before booking. Mobile networks and ATMs are limited at Auli, Chopta and Sari, so carry enough cash. Hotels and camps at the higher stops are basic, and electricity and hot water may be limited. Camping and entry rules at Deoria Tal are set by the forest department and may change. Cancellation terms, the payment schedule and the final inclusions will be shared in writing with your confirmed quotation.

Frequently asked questions

Can this package be customised? Yes, request a quote with your dates, number of travellers and preferences.

Is the price fixed? No confirmed starting price has been provided; request a current quotation.

Are activities guaranteed? No. They depend on weather, season, permissions and the confirmed itinerary.

How long are the drives from Delhi? Day 1 to Rudraprayag takes around 9 to 10 hours and the return from Chopta on Day 6 around 10 to 11 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions. We recommend an early start on both days.

Where does the pickup and drop happen in Delhi? The pickup and drop point is confirmed at the time of booking. Share your preferred area or metro station when requesting your quote.

What is the best time for this package? March to June and September to November are best for clear views and comfortable travel. Winter (December to February) brings snow at both places, but roads and trails may be affected, and skiing at Auli is usually possible from January to early March.

Is skiing included? Skiing, the instructor and gear rental are not included unless confirmed in your quotation, and they depend on snow. Without snow, the Auli day is for sightseeing, the meadows and the cable car ride.

How difficult are the treks? The Tungnath and Chandrashila trek is moderate, about 3.5 km one way to Tungnath, with roughly 1.5 km more to Chandrashila. The Deoria Tal trail is about 2.5 km each way and suits most fitness levels. No prior trekking or skiing experience is needed, and Chandrashila can be skipped.

Is the package suitable for families and senior travellers? Yes, with planning. The drives are long and the altitude may be tiring, so Chandrashila and skiing can be skipped, and Deoria Tal is an easier option. Share ages and any health concerns when requesting your quote.

What should I pack? Pack thermals, a warm jacket, a waterproof layer, sturdy trekking shoes with good grip, gloves, a woollen cap, a torch, sunglasses, sunscreen, motion-sickness medicine if needed and any personal medicines.

Will I get mobile network and ATM access? Network is limited at Auli, Chopta and Sari, and ATMs are not reliable, so carry enough cash and let family know about patchy connectivity.