We will try to start the second day of our trek as early as possible. The morning breakfast will be served at the campsite. After breakfast, we will drive to Dhak village. The distance from Joshimath to Dhak village is around 12 kilometers and it takes around an hour of drive to reach Dhak village via road. During this drive, you can look out for the Sleeping Lady Mountain with gentle slopes running through a long distance. The actual trek via foot starts from Dhak village.

We will start our trek from Dhak Village to Akhrotgetta. It takes around 4 to 5 hours to complete the required distance. The trail is a mixture of gradual and steep ascent which passes through a lot of villages. These villages will serve as water points and we can refill the water bottles from here. You will also find a few streams with clean and clear gushing water that can replenish the water supplies. The majestic Mt. Nanda Devi greets you with a sprawling embrace at the start of the trek. The whole trek from Dhak village to the campsite will pass through delightful surroundings comprising of hemlock, oak, and rhododendron forest. These magical forests merge with the stunning Gorson Bugyal, a beautiful wide meadow, shadowed by the neighboring peaks Moving ahead, you will witness the mesmerizing sight of the bright sun-kissed Dronagiri peak. There lies a splendid snow-capped ridge from where you can witness the elegant Chaukhamba peak. There are few other peaks such as Hathi Parvat and Gori part which also assures breathtaking views from the trail. Passing through open meadows and oak forests, we will reach Akhrotgetta.

Once we reach the campsite we will stay overnight. Dinner will be served at the campsite. Tents will be pitched and fun activities will be organized.

We will be starting the day early with a few minutes of yoga and healthy exercise. After having breakfast at the previous campsite, we will advance to Khullara. The altitude of Khullara is around 11,100 feet. It takes around 5- 6 hours to reach the Khullara campsite.

The complete trek distance from Akhrotgetta campsite to Khullara campsite is around 7-8 Kilometres through some green vegetation and really beautiful serene beauty of the hills. The whole trail comprises of dense mountain forests covered with rhododendrons, silver birch and spruce. The magnificent alpine meadows will fill your heart with joy. An uphill trek covering 3 kilometers will take us to lush green meadows where there are well-composed tracks from Tapovan. The panoramic landscapes, wide lush green pastures, frozen ice valleys, and a thrilling advancement of the trail make this journey a memorable one. The last water point is at Forest Hut which is at an elevation of 9,840 feet. The next ascent is quite steep as it connects the forest Hut to Khullara which is located at an elevation of 11,100 feet. You can witness a bunch of snow-clad mountains peaks from here. The mesmerizing views of Nanda Devi, Dronagiri, Hathi Parvat, Gori Parvat, and Chang bang will take make you wonder about your existence.

A walk of few distances along a gradual descent will take you to the Khullara campsite. The tents will be pitched, evening snack and tea will be served as you create memories that will last for a lifetime. This will mark the end of day 3. The next day, we will advance to Gailgad from where our destination will become even more closer.

We will be starting the day early. After having a healthy breakfast at Khullara, we will advance to Khullara. The altitude of Gailgad is around 12476 feet. It takes around 3 to 4 hours to reach the Gailgad campsite.

From the Khullara campsite, a beautiful forest ridge linking the Lord Curzon Trail snakes along a frozen stream. This part of the trek is blanketed by deep snow. A steep ascent brings you another bridge to climb, revealing a gully right above you. This climb is stiff and steep as you trudge through the powdery snow, moving past the forest line. Another 45 minutes will land you atop the snow gully, where the trail veers to the right and commands views of the massive Pangarchulla peaks. Stick to the right side of the ridge, and continue trekking for about 45 minutes. This is the Advance Base Camp for the trek. On the top of Gailgad, you can enjoy the view of Himalayan peaks including Nanda Devi. There are numerous other elegant mountain peaks namely Kedarnath Peak, Kedar Dome, Chaukhambha, Balakun, Neel Kantha, Mukut Parvat, Kamet, Abhi Gamin, Mana I, Ghori Parvat, Hathi Parvat, Dronagiri, Kalinka, Chang Bang, and Nanda Ghunti. You will feel like you are in heaven being surrounded by these many mountain peaks in the vicinity. We will spend some time embracing the beauty of the setting and glorifying the magnificence of nature.

We will set camp here for the night. Dinner will be served at the campsite. Tents will be pitched and fun activities will be organized. The following day will be the day when we will trace the Pangarchulla summit and make history for ourselves.

The most exciting and awaited day of the trek. This is also the toughest day of the whole trek. We will trek to the Pangarchulla summit which is at an elevation of 15,070 feet from the mean sea level. It will take approximately 10-12 hours to complete the scheduled task of the day. It is important to carry enough water because there is only one water point which is around 3-4 hours into the trek.

We begin the strenuous summit climb early in the morning, making way through a huge accumulation of snow. It is imperative to wear proper gaiters and crampons today. The trail features several steep inclines. During winters, care must be taken, as the snow can get very slippery. This is where crampons come into the picture. They will help you with the grip and avoid possible slips and falls. The trial further undulates and involves sharp ascents and descents along with a few mountain ridges. When you’re about 350 to 400 meters from the summit, whip out your ice axes to climb the first snow wall, inclined at 60 degrees. A few laborious hours later, the magical Pangarchulla Summit finally unveils a beautiful panoramic canvas for you! Capture the beautiful views to be locked away in your heart. The alluring 360-degree panoramic view of the snow-clad mountains of Himalayas will be a mind-blowing experience which you are gonna cherish throughout your life. We will spend some time at the summit and descend back to the base camp for lunch.

It will certainly be a long and tiring day. So, we will have dinner at the campsite and proceed to sleep as soon as possible without incorporating any further delay.

The trek from Gailgad to Auli is a total descent with a handful of steep gradients on the way. The trail passes through thick forests of oak and rhododendron. There is only one water point throughout the trail which is after 3 hours into the trek. We will carry 2 litres of water from the last campsite before starting the trek to Auli. You will have packed lunch today, sitting in between a beautiful meadow. Another few kilometres of descent will advance us to Auli and make our arrival to a motorable road.

Auli is famous for skiing enthusiasts. Auli is known as the ski capital of India. The breathtaking lake at Auli will provide a different kind of tranquillity to your soul. The clarity and serenity of this lake will blow your mind with excitement. This beautiful scenery and serenity of the place will surely restrict your return back into the chaotic world. The ski resort is run by Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam (GMVN) and offers 7 days and 14 days skiing courses. However, to ski here, trekkers have to pay whatever their package costs as it is not included in the trek package. From here, your pre-booked vehicles await to depart to Joshimath, marking the end of your beautiful trek.

A drive distance of 13 kilometres from Auli will lead us to Joshimath. We will have evening tea and debriefing at the campsite. A few hours later, dinner will be served and some fun activities can be organised. After that, we will go to sleep and make our overnight stay at Joshimath. The mobile network will be available at Joshimath; you can finally contact your loved ones and ensure them of your safety.

This will be the last day of the trek on which we will drive you from Joshimath to Dehradun. The distance of the whole journey from Joshimath to Dehradun is around 293. The 10 hours of journey from Joshimath to Dehradun will be exhausting but throughout the trail, you will never run out of alluring views. We will come across many confluences of rivers and spectacular landscapes all along the drive back from Joshimath to Dehradun.

We will follow a new route this time. We will pass Karnprayag which has the confluence of Pindar and Alaknanda river. After Karnprayag, we will advance to Rudraprayag. Here, you will find the confluence of the Mandakini and Alaknanda rivers. The way to Kedarnath starts from Rudraprayag. Then we will pass through Srinagar. From Srinagar, we will make our way to Devprayag. You will find the confluence of the two purest rivers namely Bhagirathi and Alaknanda. The water is crystal clear and is accompanied by a light blue texture. 

Throughout the whole return journey to Dehradun, I can assure you will keep thinking about the whole trek. The pristine snow-laden mountains and the serene cascade of water bodies will keep flashing continuously. The inclusion of such beauty on the heart will compel you to become a travel nomad who is in seek of nature's love. You are certainly going to return back with a happy heart and a self promise to visit this beautiful place again and again.