India · Trekking

4-Day Chandrashilla Peak Trek from Haridwar via Deoria Tal

4 Days Round trip from Haridwar Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek to Tungnath Temple, considered the highest temple of Lord Shiva
02 Catch the sunrise atmosphere at Deoria Tal with reflections of the Chaukhamba Range
03 See the sacred river confluences at Devprayag and Rudraprayag
04 Visit Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary en route
05 Explore Guptkashi's Vishwanath Temple, Ardhnarishwar Temple, and Manikarnika Kund

Embark on this scenic mountain trek from Haridwar, taking in the confluences at Devprayag and Rudraprayag before heading into the Himalayan landscapes around Sari Village and Deoria Tal. Admire the mesmerizing reflections of the Chaukhamba Range in the crystal-clear waters of Deoria Tal and continue toward Chandrashilla Peak via Tungnath Temple, considered the highest temple of Lord Shiva and one of the Panch Kedars. Along the way, visit Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary and explore the temples of Guptkashi.

Admire the mesmerizing reflections of the Chaukhamba Range in the crystal-clear waters of Deoria Tal and continue toward Chandrashilla Peak via Tungnath Temple, considered the highest temple of Lord Shiva and one of the Panch Kedars.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Deoria, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Devprayag, Rudraprayag

Languages English, French, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Haridwar to Ukhimath via Devprayag and Rudraprayag

Visit the confluence of the Bhagirathi River and Alaknanda River at Devprayag.
Check out the confluence of the Mandakini River and Alaknanda River at Rudraprayag.
Enjoy a cup of tea at Syalsaur between Rudraprayag and Kund.
Overnight stay at the GMVN guest house in Ukhimath. There are also local temples of Usha and Anirudh, Shiva and Parvati, which we will visit.

Day 02

Ukhimath to Sari Village and Deoria Tal

Leave early in the morning for Sari Village and capture the essence of the Deoria Tal trek around sunrise. Deoria Tal, at an altitude of 2438 m, is a lake that offers mesmerizing reflections of the Chaukhamba Range in its crystal-clear waters.

Overnight stay at Mayadeep Guesthouse, Duggalbitta Chopta.

Day 03

Duggalbitta to Chopta, Tungnath, and Chandrashilla

Leave early for the trek to Tungnath Temple and Chandrashilla, if possible. Tungnath Temple, at an altitude of 3680 m, is considered to be the highest temple of Lord Shiva and is one of the Panch (Five) Kedars.

Overnight stay at Chandrashilla in camp, or overnight stay at Mayadeep Guest House, Chopta.

Day 04

Chopta to Guptkashi, Rudraprayag, and Rishikesh

Visit Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary en route for a short time, if required.
Visit Guptkashi to see Vishwanath Temple, Ardhnarishwar Temple, and Manikarnika Kund.
Sip a cup of tea at Syalsaur between Rudraprayag and Kund.