Hemkund Sahib Tour Package from Gurgaon (6 Days)
6-day Hemkund Sahib tour from Gurgaon: Rishikesh, Devprayag, Govindghat and Rudraprayag. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹13,780 per person.
per person · inclusive of all taxes
8° – 22°C
October in Hemkund Sahib

Description
6-day Hemkund Sahib tour from Gurgaon: Rishikesh, Devprayag, Govindghat and Rudraprayag. 3-star stays with breakfast and sightseeing, travelling by cab, train or bus. From ₹13,780 per person.
This 6 days 5 nights itinerary covers 11 handpicked stops, including Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib Rishikesh, Triveni Ghat Aarti, Devprayag and more. June–September (the gurdwara is open from late May to October) is the best time to travel for pleasant weather. Your 5-night stay is arranged in a comfortable, well-reviewed hotel such as Itsy Hotels Nv, Tapovan, Rishikesh. Pickup and drop are arranged right from your hotel or home, so there's nothing extra to plan on your end. Every booking is backed by Trypdeals' 24x7 support team, from planning to the day you're back home.
Weather in Hemkund Sahib
Best time: October to MarchAverage temperature range: -1°C – 26°C
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Gurgaon to Rishikesh
Our driver picks you up from your hotel or home in Gurgaon in the morning. Drive from Gurugram to Rishikesh (about 269 km, 5 hrs 30 min). Check in at your hotel in Rishikesh. Check in at Rishikesh and register for the yatra at the Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib in Rishikesh, which also runs a langar. Attend the evening aarti at Triveni Ghat. Overnight stay in Rishikesh.
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: Gurgaon to Rishikesh
269 km · ~5h 43m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Gurgaon
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.
119 km · 2h 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in RishikeshRishikesh, 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: Gurgaon to Rishikesh
269 km · ~5h 59m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Gurgaon
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Gurgaon. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Gurgaon → Rishikesh
AC Seater / Volvo · ~269 km
~5h 59m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹800
Usual tea / meal halts: Muzaffarnagar (~170 km)
- Arrive in Rishikesh
Rishikesh, 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: Gurgaon to Rishikesh
Nearest railway stations: Gurgaon for Gurgaon, Raiwala for Rishikesh.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 7h 32m in total
Change trains at New Delhi — about 1h 15m wait
1 change · 7h 34m in total
Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 1h 47m wait
1 change · 7h 48m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 1h 28m 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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Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib Rishikesh
The gurdwara where yatris register and rest before the journey.
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Triveni Ghat Aarti
The evening aarti on the Ganga.
Rishikesh to Govindghat
Today's travel: from Rishikesh to Devprayag (about 72 km, 1 hr 45 min) and from Devprayag to Govindghat (about 204 km, 5 hrs). A long mountain drive of about nine hours along the Ganga and Alaknanda, via Devprayag, Rudraprayag and Joshimath, to Govindghat. Rest early at the gurdwara or hotel. Overnight stay in Govindghat.
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Devprayag
The confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda, where the Ganga begins.
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Rudraprayag
The confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini on the way.
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Gurdwara Govindghat
The base gurdwara of the yatra, on the Alaknanda.
Trek to Ghangaria
After breakfast, drive a few kilometres to Pulna and trek about 10 km up to Ghangaria (ponies and porters are available). Carry only a small bag with warm clothes and rain gear; the rest can stay in the vehicle. The trail to Ghangaria climbs gently through forest beside the Lakshman Ganga. The Valley of Flowers can be visited from Ghangaria if you add a day. Overnight stay in Ghangaria.
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Lakshman Ganga valley
The trail climbs through forest beside the Lakshman Ganga.
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Gurdwara Ghangaria
The gurdwara and camp at Ghangaria, the base for Hemkund Sahib.
Hemkund Sahib darshan
After breakfast, climb about 6 km to Hemkund Sahib, spend time at the gurdwara and the lake, and walk back down to Ghangaria. Start early; the 6 km climb to Hemkund Sahib is steep and the weather turns in the afternoon. Pilgrims bathe in the icy lake before ardas at the gurdwara. Walk back down to Ghangaria. Overnight stay in Ghangaria.
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Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib
The star-shaped gurdwara beside the glacial lake, ringed by seven peaks.
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Lokpal Lakshman Temple
The temple of Lakshman on the shore of the same lake.
Ghangaria to Rudraprayag
After breakfast, trek back down to Pulna and drive to Rudraprayag. Drive from Govindghat to Rudraprayag (about 133 km, 3 hrs 30 min). Walk down to Pulna in the morning and drive down the Alaknanda valley to Rudraprayag. Overnight stay in Rudraprayag.
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Joshimath
The winter seat of Lord Badrinath, on the road down.
Rudraprayag to Gurgaon
Stop at the Dhari Devi temple on the way down and continue home. Drive from Rudraprayag to Gurugram (about 451 km, 9 hrs), and drop at your hotel, home or the railway station in Gurgaon. The tour ends here.
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 Gurgaon
451 km · ~9h 41m · About 9h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Rudraprayag
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.
76 km · 1h 31m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 226Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 376Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
76 km · 1h 31m drive from previous stop
Arrive in GurgaonGurgaon, 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: Rudraprayag to Gurgaon
451 km · ~10h 1m · 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 → Gurgaon
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~451 km
~10h 1m|Tentative fare ₹500–₹1,310
- Arrive in Gurgaon
Gurgaon, 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: Rudraprayag to Gurgaon
Nearest railway stations: Haridwar Jn (about 88 km away) for Rudraprayag, Gurgaon for Gurgaon.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 8h 3m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 1h 33m wait
1 change · 8h 37m in total
Change trains at Jwalapur — about 1h 43m wait
1 change · 9h 13m in total
Change trains at Jwalapur — about 50m 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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Dhari Devi Temple
The temple of the guardian goddess of the Char Dham, on the Alaknanda.
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Drive back to Gurgaon.
Tour Overview
Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib stands beside a glacial lake at about 4,600 m in the Garhwal Himalaya, among the highest gurdwaras in the world. The trek starts at Govindghat near Joshimath, with a night at Ghangaria on the way up.
This 6-day, 5-night package starts and ends in Gurgaon. The route runs Gurgaon → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Govindghat → Rudraprayag → Gurgaon, about 1,129 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 Hemkund Sahib Tour from Gurgaon
- Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib Rishikesh
- Triveni Ghat Aarti
- Devprayag
- Rudraprayag
- Gurdwara Govindghat
- Lakshman Ganga valley
- Gurdwara Ghangaria
- Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib
Inclusions in the Hemkund Sahib Tour Package
- 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Gurgaon 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 Hemkund Sahib 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 Hemkund Sahib Tour
Best time to visit: June–September (the gurdwara is open from late May to October)
Route: Gurgaon → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Govindghat → Rudraprayag → Gurgaon (about 1,129 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 6 days.
Before you go: The last 13 km to Ghangaria and the 6 km climb to Hemkund Sahib are on foot (ponies and porters are available). The yatra opens in late May and closes in October.
Hotels: Itsy Hotels Nv, Tapovan, Rishikesh; 3-star hotel in Govindghat; 3-star hotel in Ghangaria; 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag, or similar.
Package Price: Cab, Bus or Train
Per-person price by group size and how you travel from Gurgaon. 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 | ₹21,070 | ₹20,160 |
| 33 Persons | ₹24,060 | ₹19,460 | ₹18,550 |
| 4–74–7 Persons | ₹21,180 | ₹16,770 | ₹15,860 |
| 8–108–10 Persons | ₹19,590 | ₹15,750 | ₹14,850 |
| 11–1211–12 Persons | ₹16,980 | ₹14,680 | ₹13,780 |
Prices are per person in rupees. The highlighted price is the lowest for that group size.
With the train option you travel by AC 3-tier to Haridwar and back; the train journey is in addition to the 6 days.
Route Map
Places Covered
- Gurdwara Hemkunt Sahib Rishikesh
- Triveni Ghat Aarti
- Devprayag
- Rudraprayag
- Gurdwara Govindghat
- Lakshman Ganga valley
- Gurdwara Ghangaria
- Gurdwara Hemkund Sahib
- Lokpal Lakshman Temple
- Joshimath
- Dhari Devi Temple
Who Is This Tour For
Best Time to Visit
June–September (the gurdwara is open from late May to October) is the ideal window for this trip, with the most pleasant weather for sightseeing.
How to Reach
What's Included / Excluded
Inclusions
- 5 nights in 3-star hotels (twin sharing) with daily breakfast
- All sightseeing and transfers as per the itinerary
- AC cab from Gurgaon 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: June–September (the gurdwara is open from late May to October)
Route: Gurgaon → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Govindghat → Rudraprayag → Gurgaon (about 1,129 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 6 days.
Before you go: The last 13 km to Ghangaria and the 6 km climb to Hemkund Sahib are on foot (ponies and porters are available). The yatra opens in late May and closes in October.
Hotels: Itsy Hotels Nv, Tapovan, Rishikesh; 3-star hotel in Govindghat; 3-star hotel in Ghangaria; 3-star hotel in Rudraprayag, or similar.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you go
6 days and 5 nights. It starts from Gurgaon on day 1 and you are back in Gurgaon on day 6. With the train option, the train journey is in addition to these days.
Gurgaon → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Govindghat → Rudraprayag → Gurgaon. That is about 1,129 km in all; each leg is listed on this page with its distance and driving time.
For 2 persons it is ₹20,160 per person (train); for a group of 11–12 it comes down to ₹13,780 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 Gurgaon and back. 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 6 days. The price table shows each option for your group size.
June–September (the gurdwara is open from late May to October).
The last 13 km to Ghangaria and the 6 km climb to Hemkund Sahib are on foot (ponies and porters are available). The yatra opens in late May and closes in October.
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