Adventure
This 3 days 2 nights trek to Chopta covers Tungnath — the world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680m — and the Chandrashila summit beyond it, making it one of the most accessible high-altitude treks from Delhi NCR for a short weekend.
The trip begins with an overnight drive from Delhi, with a stop at Devprayag to watch the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers merge, arriving at Chopta by late morning. After a light acclimatisation day amid the region's dense bugyal meadows and snow-lined ridges, the main trek day covers a 5 km climb to Tungnath, a Panch Kedar shrine with a genuinely commanding Himalayan panorama, before continuing on to Chandrashila Peak for views of the Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Kedarnath ranges. The final morning adds a second, shorter trek to Deoria Tal — an alpine lake near Sari village that mirrors the Chaukhamba peaks on clear days — before the overnight drive back to Delhi.
The package includes round-trip Tempo Traveller travel from Delhi, 2 nights of accommodation in Chopta, 5 meals through the trip, trek refreshments during both the Tungnath and Deoria Tal treks, and a dedicated trip captain throughout.
Pack & Go is a Gurugram-based travel agency specialising in planned short treks for NCR travellers. Our team manages the overnight travel logistics and trek support, so a genuine high-altitude experience fits into a single weekend.
This trek suits travellers with moderate fitness and no prior trekking experience necessary — the Tungnath climb is 5 km each way. Group departures are open to travellers aged 18 to 40. Reach out to our team to check current departure dates and availability.
Board the Tempo Traveller from Delhi in the evening. The overnight drive takes you through the Garhwal hills, with a brief halt at Devprayag to watch the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet. Arrive at Chopta by late morning.
Meals: None
Reach Chopta by noon, check into your stay, and take the afternoon easy. The dense bugyal meadows and snow-lined ridges all around make for a good first impression. An optional acclimatisation walk helps your body settle into the altitude before the big trek tomorrow. Dinner and overnight stay in Chopta.
Meals: Dinner
Early morning start after breakfast for the 5 km trek to Tungnath — the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680m. Pay your respects at this Panch Kedar shrine, take in the Himalayan panorama, then push on to Chandrashila Peak (3,680m+) if weather allows — the views of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Kedarnath range are the reward. Trek refreshments provided. Return to camp by evening for dinner and rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
One final morning trek after breakfast, heading to Sari Village, the trailhead for Deoria Tal. The 2 km climb opens up to a reflective alpine lake with views of the Chaukhamba peaks mirrored in the water on clear days. Trek back down, load up the vehicle, and drive overnight toward Delhi — arriving by around 6 AM the next morning.
Meals: Breakfast
Did this trek with two friends and it was hands down the best short trip from Delhi. Chandrashila sunrise was worth every step. Camp stay in Chopta was cosy and food was really good.
First time trekking and I was nervous, but the trip captain was super patient and helpful throughout. Tungnath temple atmosphere is something else entirely — very peaceful and moving.
3 days felt like a full detox. Deoria Tal on the last morning with the Chaukhamba reflection was stunning. Overnight travel is tiring but totally worth it. Would do this again in winter for snow.