Chopta New Year Snow Trek Package from Delhi (4 Days)
4-day Chopta New Year tour from Delhi: Haridwar, Chopta and Rudraprayag. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹8,990 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes

Description
4-day Chopta New Year tour from Delhi: Haridwar, Chopta and Rudraprayag. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹8,990 per person.
This 4 days 3 nights itinerary covers 7 handpicked stops, including Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Deoria Tal and more. December–March for snow 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 Chopta. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Haridwar to Chopta
Reach Haridwar by train from Delhi, where our driver meets you. Drive from Haridwar to Chopta (about 265 km, 5 hrs 15 min). Check in at your hotel in Chopta. Start early: the road follows the Ganga past Rishikesh and Devprayag, then the Alaknanda to Rudraprayag, and climbs through Ukhimath to Chopta. Lunch on the way. Reach camp before dark and settle in by the fire. Overnight stay in Chopta.
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: Delhi to Haridwar
225 km · ~4h 50m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Delhi
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MuzaffarnagarAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
75 km · 1h 30m 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: Delhi to Haridwar
225 km · ~5h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Delhi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Delhi → Haridwar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~225 km
~5h|Tentative fare ₹250–₹680
- 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: Delhi to Haridwar
Nearest railway stations: New Delhi for Delhi, Haridwar Jn for Haridwar.
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.
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 Chopta
265 km · ~5h 38m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Haridwar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near DevprayagAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
115 km · 2h 18m drive from previous stop
Arrive in ChoptaChopta, 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 Chopta
265 km · ~5h 53m · 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 → Chopta
AC Seater / Volvo · ~265 km
~5h 53m|Tentative fare ₹290–₹790
Usual tea / meal halts: Rudraprayag (~170 km)
- Arrive in Chopta
Chopta, 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 Chopta
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.
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Devprayag
The meeting of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda, where the Ganga takes its name.
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Rudraprayag
The confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini.
Deoria Tal and New Year's Eve at camp
Drive down to Sari village and walk up to Deoria Tal (about 2.5 km each way through oak and rhododendron forest), where Chaukhamba is mirrored in the lake on a still day. Back at Chopta for an early dinner and a New Year's Eve bonfire under the stars; turn in early for the dawn start. Overnight stay in Chopta.
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Deoria Tal
A small lake at about 2,400 m above Sari village, reached by a 2.5 km trail, with Chaukhamba reflected in it on a still morning.
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Chopta meadows
Snow-covered bugyals ringed by forest, with peaks all around.
New Year's sunrise on Chandrashila
Today's travel: from Chopta to Rudraprayag (about 69 km, 1 hr 30 min). Leave camp before dawn with the guide and walk up the snowbound trail to Tungnath (about 3.5 km) and on to Chandrashila (another 1.5 km) for the first sunrise of the year over the high Himalaya. Return to Chopta for lunch and drive down to Rudraprayag for a warm night. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
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Tungnath Temple
At about 3,680 m, the highest Shiva temple in the world and one of the Panch Kedar; in winter the temple is shut and the deity is worshipped at Makkumath, but the trail is open in the snow.
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Chandrashila
The rocky summit at about 4,000 m above Tungnath, with a 360° view of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Kedarnath and Chaukhamba.
Rudraprayag to Delhi
Drive back down the Alaknanda and Ganga valleys past Devprayag and Rishikesh, with a lunch stop on the way. Drive from Rudraprayag to Haridwar (about 158 km, 3 hrs 45 min). Board the train from Haridwar back to Delhi (about 224 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: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
158 km · ~3h 10m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Rudraprayag
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
158 km · 3h 10m 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: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
158 km · ~3h 31m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Rudraprayag
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Rudraprayag. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Rudraprayag → Haridwar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~158 km
~3h 31m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490
- 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: Rudraprayag to Haridwar
Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn (about 88 km away) for Rudraprayag, Haridwar Jn for Haridwar.
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.
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 Delhi
224 km · ~4h 49m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Haridwar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near MeerutAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
74 km · 1h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DelhiDelhi, Haryana
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 Delhi
224 km · ~4h 59m · 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 → Delhi
AC Seater / Volvo · ~224 km
~4h 59m|Tentative fare ₹250–₹680
- Arrive in Delhi
Delhi, Haryana
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 Delhi
Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn for Haridwar, New Delhi for Delhi.
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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Rishikesh
The yoga town on the Ganga where the hills meet the plains.
Tour Overview
Chopta is a meadow and forest camp at about 2,700 m in the Kedarnath sanctuary, the base for the walk up to Tungnath and Chandrashila. In winter it lies under snow, and the view from Chandrashila takes in a wall of Himalayan peaks.
New Year Tour: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
At New Year the Chopta meadows and the Tungnath trail are usually under snow, the sky is often crystal clear between storms, and nights fall well below zero. Seeing the first sunrise of 2027 (Friday 1 January) from the summit of Chandrashila is a New Year's Day to remember; New Year's Eve (Thursday 31 December) is spent round a bonfire at camp.
This 4-day, 3-night package starts and ends in Delhi. The route runs Delhi → Haridwar → Chopta → Rudraprayag → Haridwar → Delhi, about 941 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 Chopta New Year Tour from Delhi
- Devprayag
- Rudraprayag
- Deoria Tal
- Chopta meadows
- Tungnath Temple
- Chandrashila
- Rishikesh
Inclusions in the Chopta New Year Tour Package
- 3 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Delhi 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 Chopta New Year 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 Chopta New Year Tour
Best time to visit: December–March for snow
Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Delhi → Haridwar → Chopta → Rudraprayag → Haridwar → Delhi (about 941 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.
Before you go: After heavy snow the road to Chopta is often closed a few kilometres short of it (around Duggalbitta), and the walk starts from there. Snow treks need proper shoes, warm layers, gloves and a local guide; the guide decides how far it is safe to go. Stays at Chopta are simple camps and lodges. New Year's Eve bonfires and dinners are paid separately.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chopta; 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Delhi. Every price includes 3-star hotels (twin sharing), breakfast and all sightseeing transport.
| PersonsGroup size | By Cab | By Bus | By Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Persons | ₹28,880 | ₹14,820 | ₹13,480 |
| 33 Persons | ₹24,060 | ₹13,600 | ₹12,140 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹21,180 | ₹11,950 | ₹10,490 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹19,590 | ₹11,280 | ₹9,790 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹16,980 | ₹10,520 | ₹8,990 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
By cab from Delhi the drive is about 490 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day 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
- Deoria Tal
- Chopta meadows
- Tungnath Temple
- Chandrashila
- Rishikesh
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
December–March for snow 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 Delhi 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
- Modest, traditional clothing for temple visits
- A shawl or stole to cover shoulders
Important Travel Information
Best time to visit: December–March for snow
Travel window: 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend)
Route: Delhi → Haridwar → Chopta → Rudraprayag → Haridwar → Delhi (about 941 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.
Before you go: After heavy snow the road to Chopta is often closed a few kilometres short of it (around Duggalbitta), and the walk starts from there. Snow treks need proper shoes, warm layers, gloves and a local guide; the guide decides how far it is safe to go. Stays at Chopta are simple camps and lodges. New Year's Eve bonfires and dinners are paid separately.
Hotels: 3-star hotel in Chopta; 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
4 days and 3 nights. It starts from Delhi on day 1 and you are back in Delhi on day 4. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Delhi → Haridwar → Chopta → Rudraprayag → Haridwar → Delhi. That is about 941 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹13,480 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹8,990 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 Delhi and back. By cab from Delhi the drive is about 490 km each way, so the cab option adds about 1 travel day 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.
This package is planned for 31 Dec 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (New Year Fri 1 Jan + weekend). Book early: hotels fill up fast in this season.
After heavy snow the road to Chopta is often closed a few kilometres short of it (around Duggalbitta), and the walk starts from there. Snow treks need proper shoes, warm layers, gloves and a local guide; the guide decides how far it is safe to go. Stays at Chopta are simple camps and lodges. New Year's Eve bonfires and dinners are paid separately.
