Auli

Auli: India’s Snowy Paradise in the Himalayas

Destination Type: Skiing | Mountains | Scenic Retreat
Best Time to Visit:

• Winter (Dec–Feb): For snow sports & snowfall

• Summer (April–June): For pleasant weather, treks & views
  Ideal Duration: 3 to 4 days

🗻 4-Day Travel Itinerary for Auli

Day 1: Arrival in Joshimath & Cable Car Ride

• Arrival: Travel to Joshimath (nearest town); accessible via road from Rishikesh or Haridwar.

• Check-in: Stay in Joshimath or take the ropeway to Auli – one of Asia’s longest cable cars with stunning valley views.

• Evening: Relax, acclimatize, and enjoy sunset views of Nanda Devi Peak.

• Dinner: Cozy meal at your resort/hotel—try local Garhwali dishes.

Day 2: Skiing & Snow Fun

• Morning: Head to Auli Ski Resort or GMVN ski center. Take a beginner’s ski lesson or rent gear for snowboarding.

• Afternoon: Enjoy snowball fights, snow treks, or simply soak in panoramic Himalayan views.

• Evening: Bonfire night or stargazing at your mountain lodge.

• Tip: Book ski packages in advance during peak season (Dec–Feb).

Day 3: Trekking & Chair Lift Views

• Morning: Take a short trek to Gorson Bugyal (3 km) – an alpine meadow with sweeping 360° views.

• Afternoon: Ride the Auli Chair Lift, offering surreal snowfield and pine forest vistas.

• Optional: Visit Chattrakund Lake (1 km from Gorson) – a peaceful hidden gem.

• Evening: Return to your lodge for hot tea and mountain calm.

Day 4: Return Journey via Joshimath

• Morning: Descend to Joshimath via cable car or road.

• Visit: Brief stop at Narsingh Temple and Shankaracharya Math in Joshimath.

• Departure: Begin return to Rishikesh, Haridwar, or Dehradun.

🌟 Highlights of Auli

• 🎿 Skiing & snowboarding slopes

• 🚠 Scenic Auli Ropeway & Chair Lift

• 🏞️ Gorson Bugyal Trek

• 🏔️ Himalayan views of Nanda Devi, Hathi-Ghoda peaks

• 🔥 Cozy lodges with bonfires & breathtaking sunsets

📌 Travel Tips

• Getting There:

  • Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant (Dehradun) – ~280 km

  • Nearest Railway: Haridwar/Dehradun

  • From Joshimath to Auli: Cable car (25 mins) or drive (45 mins)

• Best for Snow: January & February

• Mobile Connectivity: Limited in higher altitudes; BSNL/VI fare better

🧳 What to Pack

• Warm thermals & snow jackets (even in spring)

• Snow boots & gloves

• Sunscreen & lip balm (high UV exposure)

• Personal medication (limited pharmacies)

✨ Perfect For:

• Winter sport lovers

• Nature photographers

• Couples & honeymooners

• Adventure seekers & hikers