Mumbai to Chopta
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Overview
Chopta is a small hamlet at 2,680 metres in the Rudraprayag district, often called the Mini Switzerland of India for its vast alpine meadows surrounded by dense rhododendron and deodar forests. It serves primarily as the base for the trek to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680 metres, and Chandrashila peak at 4,000 metres. The 3.5 km trek from Chopta to Tungnath and the additional 1.5 km to Chandrashila summit is one of the most rewarding short treks in the Indian Himalayas. The journey from Mumbai to Chopta covers approximately 1550 kilometres and is one of the most popular outstation cab routes from Mumbai. Situated 1550 km from Mumbai, the journey to Chopta via NH 48 to Delhi → NH 334 to Dehradun → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta takes roughly 26-28 hours and is one of the most popular outstation routes from the city. For a hassle-free Mumbai to Chopta cab journey, Miles Tours offers well-maintained sedans and SUVs with experienced drivers at transparent pricing.
NH 48 to Delhi → NH 334 to Dehradun → Rishikesh → Devprayag → Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta UttarakhandHistory & Significance
Tungnath temple above Chopta is believed to be over 1,000 years old, attributed to Adi Shankaracharya in the 8th century as one of the Panch Kedar — five sacred Shiva temples in the Garhwal Himalayas. The temple is said to mark the spot where Lord Shiva's arms appeared when the Pandavas sought his blessing after the Kurukshetra war.
Distance & Travel Time
Cab Fare — Mumbai to Chopta
| Car Type | Seats | One-Way (15% off) | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Dzire | 4 | ₹39,550 Flat 15% OFF | ₹46,500 |
| Ertiga | 6 | ₹44,800 Flat 15% OFF | ₹52,700 |
| Innova | 7 | ₹44,800 Flat 15% OFF | ₹52,700 |
| Innova Crysta | 6 | ₹52,700 Flat 15% OFF | ₹62,000 |
| Innova Hycross | 7 | ₹73,800 Flat 15% OFF | ₹86,800 |
Estimated for 1550 km. Toll, parking & driver allowance extra. Call for exact quote.
Route Highlights
- Tungnath Temple — the world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680 metres, a 3.5 km trek from Chopta
- Chandrashila Peak — a 4,000-metre summit with 360-degree views of Nanda Devi, Trisul, Kedarnath, and Chaukhamba
- Alpine meadows (bugyals) — vast rolling grasslands that bloom with wildflowers from May to July
- Rhododendron forests — dense forests that burst into red, pink, and white blooms in April-May
- Birdwatching — Chopta's forests are home to monal pheasants, koklass pheasants, and Himalayan griffon vultures
Places to Visit in Chopta
Tungnath Temple
The highest of the Panch Kedar temples at 3,680 metres, a 1,000-year-old Shiva shrine reached by a well-marked 3.5 km trek through rhododendron forests and alpine meadows from Chopta.
Chandrashila Summit
A 4,000-metre peak 1.5 km beyond Tungnath, offering one of the most spectacular 360-degree panoramas in the Garhwal Himalayas — Nanda Devi, Trisul, Kedarnath, Bandarpunch, and Chaukhamba are all visible.
Deoria Tal
A pristine lake at 2,438 metres about 3 km from the village of Sari (22 km from Chopta), famous for its mirror-perfect reflection of the Chaukhamba peaks at dawn.
Chopta Meadows
The rolling alpine meadows around Chopta at 2,680 metres, carpeted with wildflowers in summer and blanketed in snow in winter, offering easy walks with Himalayan views.
Kanchula Korak Musk Deer Sanctuary
A 5 sq km sanctuary near Chopta established to protect the endangered Himalayan musk deer, also home to leopards, bharal (blue sheep), and a variety of Himalayan birds.
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