- Duration
- 4 nights / 5 days
- Pickup → drop
- Haridwar → Haridwar
- Best time
- Mar – Jun, Sep – Dec (snow trek Dec – Mar)
- Activity level
- 3/4 · Active
- Group size
- 2–15
Activity level 3 of 4: Active.Summit day is 6–7 hours on foot at 3,000–4,000 m. Other days are 2–3 hours.What the levels mean
- 1 · RelaxedSightseeing by car with short walks, under 2 hours on foot a day.All ages and fitness levels, including parents and young children.
- 2 · Light2–4 hours on foot a day, with stairs, uneven ground or some long drives.Anyone in normal health who can walk 30 minutes comfortably.
- 3 · Active4–6 hours of walking or a few long rough drives, some days at altitude.Regular walkers. Start walking 30–45 minutes a day a month before.
- 4 · ChallengingLong days, steep climbs or high altitude (above 4,000 m).Good fitness; check with your doctor if you have heart, lung or blood-pressure conditions.
Quick answer
The Chopta–Tungnath–Chandrashila trek package is 5 days from Haridwar and includes Deoria Tal, Tungnath temple (about 3,680 m) and the Chandrashila summit (about 4,000 m). It suits first-time trekkers with moderate fitness, costs from ₹14,000 per person, and runs March to June and September to December, with snow treks in winter.
Trip Overview
Often called the Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand, Chopta is the classic first Himalayan trek. You begin at Deoria Tal, where the Chaukhamba peaks reflect in the lake at sunrise, then walk to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, and up to Chandrashila for a 360° view of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Kedarnath.
Days are short and well marked, with 2–5 hours on foot and 6–7 hours on summit day. Your trek leader carries a first-aid kit, oxygen cylinder and pulse oximeter, and in winter we add microspikes and gaiters. Start walking 30–45 minutes a day for a month before you go.
- Stays included
- Meals included
- Transfers included
- Sightseeing included
Trip highlights
- Sunrise at Deoria Tal with the Chaukhamba reflection
- Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world
- Chandrashila summit (about 4,000 m) at sunrise
- Devprayag, where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet
- Snow trek option from December to March
Day by day
Itinerary
Haridwar → Haridwar · 4N/5D
5 days · tap a day to open or close it
- 1
Day 1Haridwar to Sari villageHaridwar → Sari · 200 km · 7–8 hrs+
An early drive up the Ganga via Devprayag and Rudraprayag to Sari, the base village for Deoria Tal.
- Devprayag confluence
Homestay, Sari D
- 2
Day 2Deoria Tal, then ChoptaSari → Deoria Tal → Sari · 5 km round trip; drive to Chopta · 1.5 hrs+
Trek 2.5 km (about 2 hours) up to Deoria Tal for the morning view of Chaukhamba. Back down for lunch, then drive to Chopta.
- Deoria Tal
Camp or lodge, Chopta B · L · D
- 3
Day 3Tungnath and ChandrashilaChopta → Tungnath → Chandrashila → Chopta · 10 km · 6–7 hrs+
An early start: 3.5 km up to Tungnath, then 1.5 km more to the Chandrashila summit for a 360° view. Back to Chopta by afternoon.
- Tungnath
- Chandrashila summit
Camp or lodge, Chopta B · L · D
- 4
Day 4Chopta to RishikeshChopta → Rishikesh · 200 km · 7 hrs+
Drive down through Ukhimath to Rishikesh. Evening Ganga aarti at Triveni Ghat.
Hotel, Rishikesh B · D
- 5
Day 5Rishikesh to Haridwar, trip ends+
Morning at leisure in Rishikesh, then drop at Haridwar station or Dehradun airport.
Trip ends B
Meals: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Drive times are typical and exclude stops.
What's included
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- 1 night in a Sari homestay, 2 nights in a Chopta camp or lodge, 1 night in Rishikesh
- All meals on trek days (vegetarian)
- Certified trek leader and local guide
- Shared Tempo Traveller or private cab from and back to Haridwar
- First-aid kit, oxygen cylinder and pulse oximeter
- Forest permits
Not Included
- ✕ Flights or trains to the start point and from the end point
- ✕ Monument, temple-darshan and camera fees unless listed
- ✕ Lunches unless listed, tips, laundry and personal expenses
- ✕ 5% GST (added to the final quote)
- ✕ Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Before you go
Good to Know
- Tungnath temple's doors close for winter (roughly November to April), but the trek stays open with snow gear and a guide.
- Mobile signal is weak in Chopta; BSNL and Jio work intermittently.
- Start walking or jogging 30–45 minutes a day for 4 weeks before the trek.
Packing list
Things to Pack
- Trekking shoes, already broken in
- Trekking poles
- Thermal base layers
- Down jacket
- Headlamp
- 2 L water capacity
- Rain cover for your backpack
Places on this trip
Destination Guides
Uttarakhand
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Explore Uttarakhand →Uttarakhand
Rafting in Rishikesh, Himalayan treks and temple towns.
The Devbhoomi, or land of the gods: Rishikesh and Haridwar on the Ganga, the Char Dham pilgrimage, and treks for every level, from Tungnath and Chandrashila to Kuari Pass and Har Ki Dun.
- Best time
- March to June and September to November
- Ideal trip
- 4 days for Rishikesh; 5–7 days for a trek
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How much does the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek with Deoria Tal (5 Days) cost?+
The Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek with Deoria Tal (5 Days) starts from ₹14,000 per person on twin sharing, land only: stays, private transport, guides and the meals listed. The exact price depends on your dates, hotel category and group size, so send your dates for a written quote.
What is the best time to take the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek with Deoria Tal (5 Days)?+
The best time is Mar – Jun, Sep – Dec (snow trek Dec – Mar). Closures, festivals and seasonal notes are listed under Good to Know on this page.
How many days does the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek with Deoria Tal (5 Days) take?+
It runs 5 days and 4 nights from Haridwar to Haridwar. We can add or remove nights to suit your time.
Is the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek with Deoria Tal (5 Days) suitable for adventure seekers?+
Yes. It is one of our Adventure trips, rated activity level 3 of 4 (Active). Summit day is 6–7 hours on foot at 3,000–4,000 m. Other days are 2–3 hours.
Is it suitable for first-time trekkers?+
Yes. It's one of the best first treks in India: short, well-marked, with a big summit reward.
What's the minimum age?+
We take children from 10 with an adult. There's no upper limit if you're fit and have a doctor's go-ahead.
Is it safe in snow?+
From December to March we provide microspikes and gaiters and adjust the summit plan to the conditions.
Can I change the itinerary?+
Yes. Dates, hotels, pace and stops can all be changed; we'll re-quote.
Do I pay anything to enquire?+
No. You'll get a written plan and quote first. Payment only happens after you approve it.
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