Auden's Col Trek vs Surya Top Trek
Compare Auden's Col Trek and Surya Top Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Surya Top Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Surya Top Trek fits a shorter schedule; Surya Top Trek is easier on the budget.
Our verdict
Surya Top Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Auden's Col Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Surya Top Trek fits a shorter schedule; Surya Top Trek is easier on the budget.
| Feature | Auden's Col Trek | Surya Top Trek |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | Expert Only | Easy–Moderate |
| Duration | 15 days | 3 days |
| Max altitude | 18,011 ft | 9,514 ft |
| Best season | May – Jun | Oct – Dec |
| Permits | Permit required | Permit required |
| Est. cost | ₹35,000–₹55,000 | ₹4,000–₹10,000 |
| Region | Uttarakhand | Chakrata, Uttarakhand |