- The Trans Himalayan regions of Leh, Kargil, Lahaul, and Spiti are landscapes that are one of their kind and cannot be found anywhere else in the country.
- It comprises a high-altitude cold desert, high-altitude snow-capped peaks, and bare stretches of peaks of various colors shaped by the various forces of nature.
- These Trans Himalayan regions are quite remote with extreme climatic conditions, high-altitude mountain ranges, and impenetrable mountain passes.
- Despite this, the people of the region have adapted themselves to the conditions and happily live here.
- This region also has a number of Buddhist Monasteries (locally called gompas) because Buddhism is practiced majorly by the people of this region who can visit.
- These monasteries have absolutely serene surroundings and are situated in really pretty locations.
- The best times to visit this area are from early June to the end of September. It is also fine to travel during the monsoons as it does not rain much here in this region.
- You will also visit 1000 years old lang(temple). Key Monastery: A must-visit tourist place in Spiti Valley, the Key Gompa is encircled by picturesque mountains and soothing valleys. During this trip, you will be visiting the ancient monasteries, which are famous all over the world like Key monastery, and Tabo monastery.
About this trip :
- Route: Shimla – Chitkul – Nako – Giu – Tabo – Dhankar – Pin Valley – Kaza – Losar – Kunzum Pass – Chandratal – Chhatru – Rohtang Pass – Manali
- Tour Type: Road Trip
- Highest Altitude: 4,600 m
- Total distance covered: 1000+ km (approx)
- Duration: 09 Days / 08 Nights
Brief Itinerary:
- Day 01: Mumbai/Pune to Delhi Overnight Train Journey
- Day 02: Arrival in Delhi, 11 PM Delhi to Shimla - Overnight Bus Journey
- Day 03: Shimla to Chitkul/Sangla ,Stay at Chitkul/Sangla
- Day 04: Chitkul- Khab -Tabo
- Day 05: Tabo to Kaza - Overnight Stay at Kaza
- Day 06: Visit Key Monastery, Chicham Bridge, Hikkim Komik & Langza
- Day 07: Departure To Chandratal, Stay at Chatru
- Day 08: Depart For Manali, Self - Explore Manali - Overnight Bus to Delhi
- Day 09: 08 Arrive in Delhi, Depart for Home town.
- Day 10: Arrive in your Home town.
Group Departure Dates from Delhi:
- May: 31
- June: 7, 14, 21, 28
- July: 5, 12, 19, 26
- August: 2, 9, 16, 24, 30
- September: 6, 13, 20, 27
Group Departure Dates from Mumbai/Pune:
- May: 30
- June: 6, 13, 20, 27
- July: 4, 11, 18, 25
- August: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- September: 5, 12, 19, 26
Event Cost:
- Delhi to Delhi: 17,999/- per person
- Mumbai/Pune/Surat/Ahmedabad/Nagpur 3AC Sleeper Train: 22,999/- per person
Ad-on (Per person ):
- Double Sharing: 3000/- per person
Note: You can book your seat at just Rs. 40% and pay the rest 15 days before the event date.
What is included in the tour
- 3AC Train Tickets: Round-trip from your hometown to Delhi.
- Transportation: Delhi to Shimla via Volvo, Surface transfer via Tempo Traveler / Cab
- Accommodations: 5 Accommodations (1 Night at Chitkul, 1 Night at Tabo, 2 Nights at Kaza, 1 Night at Chandra Taal) on a Double/ Triple sharing basis as per opted.
- Meal Plans: 10 Meals ( Day 3 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 4 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 5 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 6 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 7 Breakfast + Dinner, Day 8 Breakfast)
- Sightseeing as per Itinerary.
- The Trip Captain will be present at all times during the tour.
- Toll taxes and parking charges.
- Driver Allowances.
What is NOT included in the tour
- 5% GST
- Extra Meals & Beverages: Beyond those mentioned in the inclusions.
- Unforeseen Expenses: Costs arising from unforeseen events (e.g., medical emergencies, natural calamities, road blockages).
- Airport/Railway Transfers: Pickup/drop not included.
- Paid Activities & Rides: Paragliding, or other adventure activities not included.
- Meals During Train Travel.
- Late Checkout Fees: Beyond the standard hotel checkout time of noon.
- Personal Expenses: Such as laundry, phone calls, or beverages.
- Travel Insurance.
- Porters or Mules: For carrying personal luggage.
- Entry Fees: Any nominal sightseeing fees.
- Transaction Charges: For payments made via Razorpay (save charges by using NEFT).
- Mumbai/Surat/Vadodra: Borad Train Paschim Express (12925) at 11:25 AM on Friday
- Pune: Board Train Sampark Kranti (12629) at 08:45 AM on Friday
- Ahmedabad: Borad Train Ashram express on Friday
- Hyderabad: Borad Train Telangana Exp on Friday
- Nagpur: Board Train Kerala SF Exp on Friday
- Banaglore: Borad Train Sampark Kranti (12629) at 02:45 PM on Thrusday.
Meals: None
Note:
- Train tickets will be in confirmed or RAC (half window seat) as per seat availability at the time of your booking.
- For last-minute bookings, seats are not guaranteed, and adjustments may be required.
- Reach Delhi in the morning. You can explore local sights or rest at a hotel at your own cost. Travellers arriving by flight can check into nearby hotels at their own expense allowing you to freshen up and prepare for the adventure ahead.
- 11:00 PM pickup from Majnu Ka Tilla. Afterward, you'll get a small briefing at the pickup point.
- Start your overnight journey to Shimla. Dinner halt at Dhaba (at own cost)
- Reach Shimla in the morning, freshen up, and have your breakfast.
- We will be changing our vehicle to tempo traveler from bus.
- We will head out for Sangla/Chitkul through Kufri, Narkanda.
- Reach chitkul/sangla, hotel check in.
- Overnight stay in Sangla.
- Meals: Dinner
- Begin your day by rising early, embracing the morning's freshness, and indulging in a hearty breakfast before embarking on your journey to Tabo.
- En route, marvel at the meeting point of the Spiti and Satluj Rivers at the iconic Khab Bridge.
- After passing through Sumdo and entering the picturesque Spiti Valley, take a moment to explore the Gue Monastery nestled in the village of Gue.
- Renowned for its 500-year-old mummy with remarkably preserved teeth, the Gue Monastery offers a unique opportunity for reflection and relaxation before continuing your voyage to Tabo.
- Overnight stay in Tabo.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Start your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before embarking on a journey to Kaza.
- Along the way, make a stop at the enchanting Dhankar Monastery, situated amidst picturesque rocky ridges that have endured for centuries.
- Take a moment to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of this ancient village before resuming your travels towards Kaza.
- Arrive in Kaza by evening, where you'll check into your hotel.
- Overnight stay in Kaza.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Start your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before embarking on a journey to Dhankar Village.
- Explore the breathtaking Key Monastery, renowned as one of the most picturesque monasteries in Spiti Valley.
- Afterwards, continue your drive to marvel at the highest suspension bridge in Asia, the Chicham Bridge.Next, venture to the iconic villages of Spiti, including Hikkim, home to the World's Highest Post Office, Komik, recognized as the highest village in the world accessible by a motorable road, and Langza, famous for its sacred Buddha Statue.
- Overnight stay in Kaza.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Begin your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before bidding farewell to the campsite.
- Embark on your journey towards the enchanting Chandra Taal Lake. Along the way, make a refreshing pit stop at Losar, the final village of Spiti Valley, to grab some snacks.
- Arrive at Chandra Taal by evening and settle into your cozy camps. Indulge in a Delicious dinner and spend the night in tents, marveling at the spectacular sight of countless stars and the Breathtaking Milky Way Galaxy Overhead.
- Overnight stay in Chandratal/Chatru.
- Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
- Wake up early morning & after breakfast depart for Manali.
- Reach Manali by evening.
- Manali self-exploration Places to visit- Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali street, Mall Road.
- Depart for Delhi by evening. Reach Delhi the Next Morning.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Reach Delhi by 10 AM, Take the next train to your Hometown.
- Arrive at your Hometown.
Things to carry :
Mandatory Documents
- Medical Certificate
- Govt id card with name and address
- Self-declared form
Bags
- Backpack (40-60 liters)
Footwear
- Trekking shoes: No sports shoes. The shoes need to
- have soles with good grip and ankle support.
- Socks (3 pairs): 2 pairs of cotton (for trekking) + 1 pair of woolen pair
- (used only for sleeping)Sandals/Slippers for walking
- around
Clothes
- Trek pants (2) including the one you are wearing.
- Collared t-shirts (3 including the one you are wearing)
- Preferably light, full sleeve t-shirts.
- Thick jacket: Carry 1 hollow full sleeve windproof
- jacket/down jacket.
- Thermal inners: 1 pair of lightweight, upper and lower
- (optional)
Accessories
- Raincoat/poncho: (Mandatory as it can rain anytime in
- the mountains)
- Woolen cap/ Balaclava: (Must protect ears)Hand gloves:
- (Ensure that the gloves are warm and waterproof.)
- Sunglasses: Any dark color but blue. Sunglasses prevent
- snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.
Other Toiletries
- (Sunscreen - SPF 40+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
- Headlamp/LED torch(Mandatory)
- Camera: Carry all accessories - spare batteries, charger, etc.
- Water bottles: 2 bottles, 1 Litre each.
- Trekking pole: Trekking pole is mandatory. You can also
- rent wooden stick from Gaurikund.
- Plastic covers: While packing, use plastic bags to
- compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastics
- bags for wet clothes.
Personal Medical Kit
- Mandatory. All these things need to go into one
- backpack. So make sure they are all light and you carry as less as possible.
Important Travel Information - Train Ticket Booking with Trekhievers:
1. Ticket Booking Process:
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Alternate Solutions: Alternative solutions will be provided at an additional cost.
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Advance Booking: To increase the likelihood of getting a confirmed seat, book your trip at least 20 days in advance.
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Health & Safety:
- Before starting the trek, calculate your BMI (Ideal BMI should be between 18.5 and 24.9)
- Health and Safety checks mentioned below should be made before getting prepared for the trek
- A balanced mind and body is the first thing that should be given importance before taking off because this is what will bring out the best of you in every condition.
- Your body should be fit enough to cover the entire trek with the backpacks on your back along with your body weight. That is why proper stamina and strength are needed. Also because trekking is done in uneven multi terrains and not on smooth paths. So in order to gain leg strength, perform simple squats.
- Flexibility is very important when it comes to trekking. Good flexibility will be an advantage while walking on trails, climbing and river crossing, etc. Attain flexibility by simply stretching or doing yoga.
- As the Himalayan treks are basically ascending and descending the slopes, you will need a proper transmission of Oxygen from the lungs and heart to the body muscles. For this, trekkers should have good cardiovascular endurance that can be gained by doing cardio exercises like running, swimming, cycling, etc.
Payment Details :
UPI ID: 7387523876@upi
Net banking :
- Name- RAJBALA YADAV
Bank name - HDFC BANK
ACC No.- 50100308491863
IFSC code- HDFC0002501 - Name- NITIN YADAV
Bank name - PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK
ACC No.- 0530001500002688
IFSC code- PUNB0053000
Please send a screenshot of the payment on WhatsApp number 7387523876 for confirmation, we will then share a form for the final booking procedure.
Cancellation Policy:
- If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- If cancellations are made within 0-30 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
- In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, our service partner will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity.
- For all the above choices, you can transfer your tickets to your friends. We would be more than happy to have them on board and you could save your hard-earned money.
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