Auli Tour Package from Bhubaneswar (4 Days)
4-day Auli tour from Bhubaneswar: Haridwar, Rudraprayag and Auli. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹14,030 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
8° – 22°C
October in Auli
Description
4-day Auli tour from Bhubaneswar: Haridwar, Rudraprayag and Auli. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹14,030 per person.
This 4 days 3 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Narsingh Temple, Joshimath and more. December–March for snow, April–June for meadows is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 3-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Auli
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: -1°C – 26°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Bhubaneswar to Rudraprayag
Reach Haridwar by train from Bhubaneswar, where our driver meets you. Drive from Haridwar to Rudraprayag (about 165 km, 4 hrs). Check in at your hotel in Rudraprayag. Drive up the Ganga and Alaknanda valleys, stopping at Devprayag, where the two rivers meet to form the Ganga. Rest at Rudraprayag for the night. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Bhubaneswar to Haridwar
1689 km · ~36h 27m · About 34h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Bhubaneswar
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 422Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 572Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 722Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 845Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 995Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1145Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1267Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1417Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1567Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
122 km · 2h 27m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HaridwarHaridwar, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Bhubaneswar to Haridwar
1689 km · ~37h 34m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Bhubaneswar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Bhubaneswar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Bhubaneswar → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~845 km
~18h 47m|Tentative fare ₹930–₹2,420
- Change buses at a major city (around km 845)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Haridwar. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Haridwar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~845 km
~18h 47m|Tentative fare ₹930–₹2,420
- Arrive in Haridwar
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Bhubaneswar to Haridwar
Nearest railway stations: Bhubaneswar for Bhubaneswar, Haridwar Jn for Haridwar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 27h 24m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 1h 30m wait
1 change · 28h 45m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 1h 21m wait
1 change · 29h 38m in total
Change trains at Tilak Bridge — about 59m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Haridwar to Rudraprayag
165 km · ~3h 18m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Haridwar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
165 km · 3h 18m drive from previous stop
Arrive in RudraprayagRudraprayag, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Haridwar to Rudraprayag
165 km · ~3h 40m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Haridwar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Haridwar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Haridwar → Rudraprayag
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~165 km
~3h 40m|Tentative fare ₹180–₹510
- Arrive in Rudraprayag
Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Haridwar to Rudraprayag
Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn for Haridwar, Haridwar Jn (about 88 km away) for Rudraprayag.
Direct trains
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Devprayag
The confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda.
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Rudraprayag
The confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini.
Rudraprayag to Auli
Today's travel: from Rudraprayag to Auli (about 127 km, 3 hrs 30 min). Continue to Joshimath and visit the Narsingh temple, the winter seat of Lord Badrinath. Drive up to Auli and check in; enjoy the view of Nanda Devi at sunset. Overnight stay in Auli.
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Narsingh Temple, Joshimath
The winter home of Lord Badrinath.
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Nanda Devi view
India's second-highest peak, seen from the Auli slopes.
Auli slopes and Gorson Bugyal
In winter, take a ski lesson or try the snow slopes (equipment and instructors are hired locally). In other seasons, ride the chairlift and walk up to Gorson Bugyal, a high meadow about 3 km away, and see the artificial lake at the top of the slopes. Dress warmly; it is cold even in summer. Overnight stay in Auli.
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Auli slopes and chairlift
The ski slopes with a chairlift up to the top.
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Gorson Bugyal
A high meadow with views of the snow peaks.
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Auli artificial lake
A high-altitude lake built for snow-making.
Auli to Bhubaneswar
Leave early for the long drive back down the valley. Drive from Auli to Haridwar (about 287 km, 7 hrs). Board the train from Haridwar back to Bhubaneswar (about 1,660 km), and the tour ends.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Auli to Haridwar
287 km · ~6h 4m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Auli
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near SrinagarAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
137 km · 2h 44m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HaridwarHaridwar, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Auli to Haridwar
287 km · ~6h 23m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Auli
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Auli. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Auli → Haridwar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~287 km
~6h 23m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹850
Usual tea / meal halts: Devprayag (~170 km)
- Arrive in Haridwar
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Auli to Haridwar
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Haridwar to Bhubaneswar
1660 km · ~35h 52m · About 33h of driving split over 4 days, plus stops.
- Start from Haridwar
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 415Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 565Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 715Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 830Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 980Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1130Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1245Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1395Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1545Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop
Arrive in BhubaneswarBhubaneswar, Odisha
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Haridwar to Bhubaneswar
1660 km · ~36h 54m · 2 bus rides with 1 change. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.
- Board at Haridwar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Haridwar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Haridwar → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~830 km
~18h 27m|Tentative fare ₹910–₹2,370
- Change buses at a major city (around km 830)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Bhubaneswar. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
- change point 1 → Bhubaneswar
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~830 km
~18h 27m|Tentative fare ₹910–₹2,370
- Arrive in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Haridwar to Bhubaneswar
Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn for Haridwar, Bhubaneswar for Bhubaneswar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 28h 54m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 3h 3m wait
1 change · 32h 33m in total
Change trains at Tilak Bridge — about 4h 12m wait
1 change · 33h 49m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 7h 19m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
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Drive back to Bhubaneswar.
Tour Overview
Auli, above Joshimath at about 2,800 m, is India's best-known ski slope and a summer meadow with views of Nanda Devi, Dronagiri and Kamet.
This 4-day, 3-night package starts and ends in Bhubaneswar. The route runs Bhubaneswar → Haridwar → Rudraprayag → Auli → Haridwar → Bhubaneswar, about 3,928 km in all. Choose how you travel: cab, train or bus. Every price includes 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Highlights of the Auli Tour from Bhubaneswar
- Devprayag
- Rudraprayag
- Narsingh Temple, Joshimath
- Nanda Devi view
- Auli slopes and chairlift
- Gorson Bugyal
- Auli artificial lake
Inclusions in the Auli Tour Package
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bhubaneswar for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions in the Auli Tour Package
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Child Policy
Child up to 6 years: free (no extra bed)
Child 6 to 8 years: half charge
Child above 8 years: full charge
Payment Policy
20 percent advance at the time of booking
20 percent after you receive the hotel booking voucher
60 percent during the tour
For tours between 15 December and 2 January, 50 percent advance is required.
Cancellation Policy
Minimum cancellation charge: Rs. 3000 per person, or 10 percent of the tour cost, whichever is higher
25 percent between 46 and 30 days before departure
50 percent between 30 and 15 days before departure
75 percent between 15 and 5 days before departure
100 percent within 5 days of departure or on no-show
Important Travel Information for the Auli Tour
Best time to visit: December–March for snow, April–June for meadows
Route: Bhubaneswar → Haridwar → Rudraprayag → Auli → Haridwar → Bhubaneswar (about 3,928 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Haridwar and back; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag; 3-star hotel in Auli, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Bhubaneswar. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹62,440 | ₹22,450 | ₹18,750 |
| 33 Persons | ₹52,190 | ₹21,230 | ₹17,280 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹45,930 | ₹19,580 | ₹15,620 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹42,580 | ₹18,900 | ₹14,900 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹36,970 | ₹18,150 | ₹14,030 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Bhubaneswar the drive is about 1,823 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Haridwar and back; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Devprayag
- Rudraprayag
- Narsingh Temple, Joshimath
- Nanda Devi view
- Auli slopes and chairlift
- Gorson Bugyal
- Auli artificial lake
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
December–March for snow, April–June for meadows is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Bhubaneswar for the whole trip with the cab option: Swift Dzire (2–3 persons), Ertiga (4–7) or Tempo Traveller (8–12)
- AC bus seats both ways with the bus option
- AC 3-tier train tickets both ways with the train option
- Driver allowance, tolls, parking and fuel
- GST on cab hire
Exclusions
- Lunch and dinner
- Temple darshan, pooja and special entry tickets
- Monument and park entry tickets, boating and ropeway tickets
- Flights, and anything not listed under inclusions
- Personal expenses such as tips, laundry and phone calls
Hotels for This Tour
Handpicked stays for a comfortable trip
Packing Checklist
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle
- Sunscreen
- ID proof (for hotel check-in)
- Basic first-aid/medication
- Light jacket or sweater
- Umbrella or raincoat
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: December–March for snow, April–June for meadows
Route: Bhubaneswar → Haridwar → Rudraprayag → Auli → Haridwar → Bhubaneswar (about 3,928 km in all)
Train option: With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Haridwar and back; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag; 3-star hotel in Auli, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
4 days and 3 nights. It starts from Bhubaneswar on day 1 and you are back in Bhubaneswar on day 4. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Bhubaneswar → Haridwar → Rudraprayag → Auli → Haridwar → Bhubaneswar. That is about 3,928 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹18,750 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹14,030 per person. Prices include 3-star hotels with breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
Yes. This package is offered by cab, train or bus. By cab, the same AC car takes you from Bhubaneswar and back. By cab from Bhubaneswar the drive is about 1,823 km each way, so the cab option adds about 4 travel days each way; hotel stays on the way are included in its price. By bus, you take an AC bus to the first stop and back, and a cab covers the sightseeing. With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Haridwar and back; the train journey is in addition to the 4 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
December–March for snow, April–June for meadows.
Destinations Covered in This Tour
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