Adi Kailash at Rishikesh

Adi Kailash, also known as Chhota Kailash, is a sacred mountain located in the Indian Himalayas near the Indo-Tibet border. Resembling the famous Mount Kailash in Tibet, it is deeply revered as the abode of Lord Shiva and holds immense spiritual significance. The journey to Adi Kailash takes travelers through remote Himalayan villages, offering stunning views of snow-capped peaks, rivers, and valleys. Pilgrims visit sacred places like Parvati Kund, Adi Kailash Temple, and nearby peaks such as Brahma Parvat and Pandav Parvat, making it a deeply enriching spiritual experience.

1. Early Morning (6-7 AM): Start your journey from Rishikesh towards Kathgodam in our vehicle. The drive is around 7–8 hours (approx. 270 km).

2. Breakfast: Enjoy a light breakfast at our in-house cafe.

3. Mid-Day: Continue the drive through beautiful landscapes, enjoying the scenic route via Ramnagar or Haldwani.

4. Lunch Stop (1-2 PM): Take a break at a nice dhaba or restaurant on the way for lunch. Try local Kumaoni cuisine if available.

5. Afternoon: Resume your journey and reach Kathgodam by evening.

   • Check-in: Arrive at your homestay, freshen up, and relax.

6. Dinner: Enjoy a homemade meal at the homestay.

7. Rest: Unwind after the long journey and get a good night's sleep.

• Morning: Early morning pickup from Kathgodam/Haldwani.

• Breakfast & Relaxation: Enjoy breakfast by the serene Bhimtal Lake in Bhimtal.

• Travel: Proceed towards Kachi Dham.

• Sightseeing: Visit Kachi Dham.

• Travel: Continue the journey to Kasar Devi, passing through Almora.

• Overnight Stay: Check into a hotel in Kasar Devi and rest for the night.

• Morning: After breakfast, proceed to Chitai Golu Devta Temple.
• Sightseeing:
• Visit Chitai Temple
• Visit Jageshwar Temple, a beautiful complex of ancient temples nestled in the forest.
• Travel: Continue your journey towards Dharchula.
• Overnight Stay: Check into a hotel in Dharchula and relax.

• Route Description: Drive from Dharchula to Gunji, a picturesque village situated at an elevation of 3200 meters, near the India-Tibet border.

• Enroute Highlights:
  Pass through charming Himalayan villages like:

  • Chialekh

  • Garbyang

  • Nepalchu

  Enjoy breathtaking views of the mountains, waterfalls, and rivers as you ascend toward Gunji/Nabi.

Drive to Jyolingkong (4762m) in local jeeps, enjoying scenic views of sacred peaks.
Trek 3–4 km to visit Parvati Lake (Gauri Kund) and Adi Kailash Temple.
Return to Gunji after darshan.

Drive to Om Parvat and reach Nabhidang viewpoint (4340m) to see the 'Om' snow formation.
Visit Ved Vyas Gufa and Kali Temple in Kalapani village.
Return to Gunji, enjoying views of Sheshnag Parvat.

Early morning depart for rishikesh