Do you know that the mighty Garhwal Himalayas are hiding an international ski resort that is too surreal to believe? Rising above the holy town of Joshimath, Auli is a gem of a place for all those who love snow and winter sports! Located at a distance of approx 500 km, a trip from Delhi to Auli can easily be covered over a weekend! While you might get to see snow laid fields in many other places, what makes Auli different is that it is a very prominent Ski Destination in India! Owing to this, the best time to visit Auli is between December to March. The distance between Joshimath to Auli is 14kms and one can reach there by road. However, what’s more, worthy is the gondola cable car ride that takes you above the beautiful alpine forests to a thick, snow-clad meadow of Auli Resort!

It is here that you can enjoy a day full of fun activities including skiing, snow sliding, chairlift ride, and more! Once you are done with the activities you can savor a hot cuppa at the lakeside with a 360-degree view of the Himalayas! The very popular Nanda Devi Peak is very much visible from the resort and makes for a breathtaking landscape!

Since it is one of the off-beat destinations in India, a trip to Auli and Joshimath is your chance to explore the Garhwali culture, delve into the flavors of local food, visit the iconic temples and soak in the simple and raw beauty of Uttarakhand.

Auli Weekend Trip Short Itinerary

Day 0: Departure From Delhi

Day 1: Pit Stop at Devprayag and Reach Joshimath

Day 2: Auli Skiing, Gurson Bugyal Trek

Day 3: Breakfast & Departure for Delhi

Day 4: Reach Delhi in the Morning

Auli Weekend Trip Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Joshimath Arrival

●     Start from Delhi by 06:00 p.m. on Day 0.

●     Pit stop at Devprayag – Witness the beautiful Sangam of Bhagirathi & Alaknanda.

●     Breakfast stop at Srinagar.

●     Reach Joshimath by evening & check in to the hotel.

●     Freshen Up & relax.

●     Bonfire, dinner & sleep overnight.

Day 2: Auli Skiing & Gorson Bugyal Trek

●     Wake up early & witness the beautiful sunrise.

●     Have breakfast. Start your journey to Auli.

●     You can either go by ropeway or road.

●     Enjoy the panoramic ice-covered view & enjoy skiing.

●     Trek to Gorson Bugyal.

●     Come back to the hotel by evening, dinner & sleep overnight.

Note: Trek to Gorson Bugyal is subject to Weather & Trek Trail Conditions.

Day 3: Departure

●     Wake up lazy morning and have your breakfast.

●     Head back to Delhi by 10:00 AM with some amazing trip memories

●     Reach Delhi next day morning by 07:00 AM(tentatively)

Other Information

Inclusion:

●     Entire travel as per the itinerary.

●     Accommodation for 2 nights in a hotel at Joshimath.

●     4 meals – 1 meal on Day 1 + 2 meals on Day 2 + 1 meal on Day 3

●     Team captain throughout the trip.

●     Driver night charges’, toll tax, parking charges.

Exclusion:

●     Tips to guide, helper, cook, or any staff member.

●     Ropeway & Skiing Equipment charges.

●     Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.

Note: Ropeway Charges: INR 1000/- Per Head

          Skiing Equipment Charges: INR 750/- Per Head