Harsil FAQs

There are lot of questions while planning a journey. To ensure that your preparations run smoothly, we have the answers to the questions most frequently asked about travelling to and in Harsil. Harsil useful information for travellers with reliable local advice. Latest Harsil Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for your upcoming visit to Harsil. Get all the solutions to your query with eUttaranchal Travel Help Desk.

Harsil is famous as Hill Station, Yoga and Meditation, Emerging Destinations, Char Dham Route, Base Camps (Trek), Villages, Orchards, Cantonment Area, Romantic, with over 7 Places to See in Harsil. Nearest Airport from Harsil is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, 232 kms and Nearest Railway Station is Dehradun, 217 kms. There are over 9 Hotels in Harsil.

Harsil Q & A

Priyanka Seth
26 Dec 2024
Q. Is there any luxury resort in Harsil ?
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Hari Sharma
21 Dec 2024
Q. Can I drive to Harsil from Delhi?
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Anu Bhargav
12 Dec 2024
Q. Is Harsil a good place for photography?
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Raghu Yadav
09 Dec 2024
Q. Is there any bus service from Delhi to Harsil ?
A. Direct bus from Delhi to Harsil not available. One can reach Harsil from Delhi by taking bus from ISBT Kashmere Gate Delhi to ISBT Dehradun, then bus to Uttarkashi. Sharing taxi are available from Uttarkashi to Harsil. In Yatra season, direct buses are available to Harsil from Dehradun.
eUttaranchal , 24 Dec 2024
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Maud Gervain
31 Aug 2024
Q. Harsil is located on the banks of which river?
A. Harsil is located on the banks of river Bhagirathi which originates from Gaumukh glacier, 20kms further of Gangotri town.
eUttaranchal , 13 Nov 2024
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Babita Arora
30 Aug 2024
Q. How many days are required to visit Harsil Valley?
A. We recommend spending 3-4 nights in Harsil Valley. You can visit Gangotri, Gartang Gali and Nelong Valley during your stay. A village tour to Mukhba and Bagori Village is highly recommended.
eUttaranchal , 13 Nov 2024
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Supriya Saxena
26 Aug 2024
Q. When is the apple plucking season in Harsil? Can we buy apples from locals?
A. It's generally in October-November. You can purchase Harsil apples from Dharali or Jhala towns near Harsil.
Bhupendra Kunwar, 13 Nov 2024
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Riddhi Pant
22 Aug 2024
Q. Which is the nearest airport to Harsil Valley?
A. Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to Harsil, located 250 kilometers away, with a travel time of 7-8 hours to reach Harsil.
Arvind Verma , 09 Dec 2024
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Vikash Hadawale
21 Aug 2024
Q. Which mountain peaks are visible from Harsil?
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Tejas Halale
19 Aug 2024
Q. What is the altitude of Harsil Valley?
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Koustubh Pandey
15 Aug 2024
Q. What is the distance of Gangotri from Harsil? Can we visit Gangotri temple and return back to Harsil on same day?
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General FAQs

Where is Harsil?

Harsil is an unspoiled and hidden jewel of Uttarakhand state offering ample scope for people seeking peace and serenity in the lap of the Himalayas. It is situated in UttarkashiGangotri road at a distance of 72 km from Uttarkashi on the banks of the Bhagirathi River.

What is the altitude of Harsil?

Harsil is nestled at an elevation of 2620 mts above the sea level.

What are the nearest airport and railway stations from Harsil?

Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport and Dehradun Railway Station is the nearest railway station for Harsil in Uttarakhand.

Can you customize a trip?

Ans:- Yes, if you would like to travel independently, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for any number of people. Cost for private trip is fixed on the basis of group size, and duration. You can check out some Harsil Tour Packages

What is the best time to visit Harsil?

The best time to visit Harsil will be the months between April and June and the months between September and November.

Harsil Tour Packages
Harsil Luxury Tour Package
6 Days/ 5 Nights
₹ 26,900    ₹26,900
Heli Tour to Harsil and Uttarkashi
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹ 32,500    ₹32,500
Harsil 2 Nights Weekend Tour
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹ 4,900    ₹4,900
Harsil Cultural and Village Exploration Tour
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹ 5,000    ₹5,000