4-Day Auli Itinerary

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Auli Ski Slopes

Auli's celebrated ski slopes are the signature winter experience of Uttarakhand's Garhwal Himalaya, combining long snow runs, ski training and panoramic views toward Nanda Devi, Kamet and Dunagiri.

Outdoor area; ski, lift and training operations follow seasonal operating hours and weather conditions. Check locally on the day of visit. Free to walk on. Skiing is paid: ski hire about ₹600–800 a day, GMVN lesson about ₹300 a day, private lesson with equipment about ₹1,500–3,000. View on map

Auli Artificial Lake

Auli Artificial Lake is a scenic high-altitude man-made lake within the ski landscape, surrounded by Himalayan slopes and linked with Auli's snow-management infrastructure.

Open-area sightseeing follows local access conditions; visit during daylight. Access can change with snow, maintenance or local restrictions. No verified separate fixed lake-entry fee is published on the official tourism destination page; ropeway, lift or local transport charges may apply depending on how you reach it. View on map

Chattrakund

Chattrakund is a small, tranquil high-altitude lake around 4 km from Auli and about 1 km beyond Gorson Bugyal, surrounded by mountain greenery and quiet Himalayan scenery.

Daylight visit only; start in the morning and return before weather or light deteriorates. No verified fixed attraction entry fee is published on the official Auli tourism page; guide or local activity costs may apply. View on map

Joshimath–Auli Ropeway

The Joshimath–Auli ropeway, about 4 km long and once one of Asia's longest cable cars, has been closed since January 2023 after land subsidence in Joshimath. Auli is currently reached by road.

Closed since January 2023 (no reopening date announced as of October 2026). Not operating. Before closure, a return ticket cost about ₹1,000. View on map

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Joshimath (Jyotirmath)

Joshimath (Jyotirmath) is the gateway town below Auli and on the Badrinath route – the base for hotels, markets, taxis and the historic Jyotirmath and Narsingh Temple.

The town is open throughout the day; individual temples, ropeway counters, markets and attractions follow their own schedules. No entry fee to visit the town; individual attractions, parking or ropeway services may have separate charges. View on map

Gorson Bugyal

Gorson Bugyal is Auli's signature alpine meadow trek, reached through oak and conifer forest with sweeping views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, Dronagiri and the Garhwal Himalaya.

Open natural area; visit during daylight and begin the trek early enough to return before weather or visibility deteriorates. No fixed attraction entry fee is published on the official Auli destination page. Guide, lift, ropeway or local activity charges may apply depending on your route.

Kwani Bugyal

Kwani Bugyal is a remote alpine meadow beyond Gorson Bugyal, prized for open Himalayan scenery, high-altitude trekking and a quieter, more adventurous side of the Auli region.

Natural trekking area; daylight trekking only. Start early and plan the route around current weather and trail conditions. No fixed attraction entry fee is published on the official Auli destination page. Trek guide, transport, forest or camping charges may apply depending on the itinerary.

Saildhar Tapovan

Saildhar Tapovan is a small village excursion around 15 km from Auli, known for its natural hot-water spring, temple, traditional Garhwali setting and local handicrafts.

Village and outdoor areas are best visited during daylight. Temple and hot-spring access can follow local timings; confirm locally. No fixed general attraction fee is published on the official Auli destination page. Local bathing, parking or temple-related arrangements may vary.

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Auli Hanuman Temple

Auli Hanuman Temple is a small spiritual stop near Auli, highlighted in Uttarakhand Tourism's Auli itinerary for its peaceful setting and impressive mountain views.

Official tourism material does not publish fixed daily timings. Visit during daylight and confirm current worship/access hours locally. No verified entry fee is published in the official Auli itinerary; donations, if offered, are voluntary unless locally specified.

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