The views from the top are worth climbing to an altitude of 12,500 ft.
Get a chance to camp around frozen Juda ka Talab where was once a place for meditation of Lord Shiva
Sankri is one of the quaint natives of Uttarakhand. The hamlet serves as the base camp for multiple Himalayan treks in Uttarakhand.
Travellers can join us from Indore, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Shimla.
Travellers from Indore will depart from Indore Railway Station. Train INDB CDG SPL with Train No. 09307 will depart at 5:30 AM and will reach Chandigarh by 5:00 AM.
Travellers from Indore will depart from Indore Railway Station. Train INDB CDG SPL with Train No. 09307 will depart at 11:05 PM and will reach Chandigarh by 5:00 AM.
Note : People joining from Delhi refer Day 2.
The group assembles at Majnu Ka Tila by 08:30 PM
You'll meet the Trip Leader at the Majnu Ka Tila.
After which, there will be an overnight journey to Shimla.
After arriving at shimla, you will transfer to Tempo Traveller, then we start our epic Himalayan road trip to Kalpa.
Legend has it that Kalpa was the winter home of Lord Shiva. If it’s true, he couldn’t have found a more remarkable abode for himself, with enthrallingly majestic views of the Kinner-Kailash and Jorkandan peaks looming right above the village.
Enroute we will take a halt near Theog or Narkanda for breakfast and soak in the much-needed #mountainvibes. Post breakfast, we will drive ahead to reach the beautiful kalpa.
After arriving in Kalpa, check in to our cozy homestay, freshen-up and have some leisure.
Feel free to take a stroll around this gorgeous village and treat your stomach with a plate of hot momos in Kalpa local market.
In the evening, enjoy a warm bonfire, savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay at Kalpa.
Have a healthy breakfast and leave for Kalpa sightseeing.
Visit 3000 year old kalpa monastery and the suicide point which offers a picturesque view of the kailash ranges. Afterwards will head out towards Sangla, here we will be visiting the historical village of Kamru and catch the sunset from the temple.
Dinner with Overnight Homestay at Sangala/Rakchham.
Today we will visit the main temple of Sangla, where we will watch Ramayana characters get ready for the procession. We will walk through the Village around Sangla, Dance on the beats of Kinnauri music, Eating with Locals, and also getting a taste of the Local liquor (Phasur).
Dinner with Overnight Homestay at Sangala.
Early morning, after breakfast we will leave for Chitkul.
After arriving in Chitkul, take a stroll around the village and visit Mathi Temple dedicated to the Goddess of the local people of Kinnaur. Treat your stomach with a satisfying plate of steamy momos or rajma chawal at ‘Hindustan Ka Akhri Dhaba’. What can be more magical than relaxing near to the pristine Baspa River? A perfect location in the lap of majestic Himalayas to disconnect from the urban madness and connect with nature.
Post-Chitkul village exploration, quickly head towards Nag Mandir in Sangla to experience the Holika Dahan ritual, with people dressing traditionally and dancing in a huge circle around Holika.
Dinner with Overnight stay.
Today is the day of Faguli - the Festival marks the beginning of spring.
In afternoon we'll continue our journey towards Sarhan.
Sarahan is known for the Bhimakali Temple, rest of the day is at leisure.
Dinner followed by an overnight stay in Sarahan
Embark on our return journey After early morning breakfast, and head towards Shimla.
Upon reaching, we will indulge in local sightseeing at the mall road and local market.
In the evening, we will start our overnight Drive to Delhi via Volvo.
On the 8th day of this Kinnaur holi tour, we head back to our homes with a heavy heart but plenty of memories, new friends and such unique experiences that will stay with us for years to come.
We shall be back in delhi in early morning.
we can assist you or book a train tickets to reach your hometwon.
Minimum 50-55 litres Rucksack with cover.
1 small Day pack.
Good trekking shoes that are oaky, so that you can have a comfortable grip ( strongly recommended).
Layered clothes, as when the weather changes in the mountain you can put on layers or take it off as per your comfortability.
1 Trekking Pole, to maintain stability and balance.
1 stainless steel lunch box with Airtight Lid, a stainless steel mug & a stainless steel spoon.
At Least 2 full sleeve t-shirts must be dry fit (Big No for cotton t-shirt)
2 trek pants must be dry fit with zippered pockets, so you can put your mobile, hanky or snacks (Big No for Jeans)
1 pair of Thermal wear.
1 Padded jacket or down jacket.
2 sweaters or fleece jackets.
1 rain jacket and 1 rain pant. (If you don’t have a rucksack cover then you can carry a poncho instead of a rain jacket. )
4 pairs of sport socks must be dry fit.
1 pair of woolen socks to keep your feet warm.
1 pair of synthetic hand gloves (For easy grip over anything or to keep yourself warm).
1 sun cap or hat, so it can provide you protection from sunstroke, headache, and dehydration.
1 woolen head cap/ balaclava, so that it can protect your ears from cold sensitivity.
1 woolen neck warmer or scarf to keep your neck warm.
Under garments according to your comfort but shouldn't be too many.
Sunscreen.
Toiletries like small size toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, moisturizer along with Toilet roll (As you’ll not be able to have a bath on trek so don't need to overload it with shampoos & other stuff.
1 pair of Gaiters (you can take in rent from our base camp)
2 water bottle (1 litre each)
Sunglasses with UV Protection, so that it can provide you protection from harmful UV rays or snow blindness (If you wear specs, then you can get oversized glasses which you can wear over your regular specs).
1 Headlamp, so that your hands can get free to do other things
Photo Id
Disclaimer and Medical Certificate duly filled.
3 Star fully equipped accommodation in Triple / Quad sharing or Homestays for 5 Nights. Couple rooms are available at an extra charge.
5 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners are included in this package which will be a Vegetarian Meal.
Transportation in Non AC Bus or Tempo Traveller.
All Transportation Permits and Tolls along with driver night charges, parking chargers et cetera are included.
24/7 assistance from our trip leaders and online customer support where you can resolve any issue related to the trip no matter what day or time it is.
Please note that Airfares are subject to change without notice. If you have purchased a ticket and subsequently the fares have increased then you will be required to pay the difference. However, if you decide to change your travel dates, which requires re-issuance of the ticket, the same ticket will be repriced at the applicable fare at the time of making changes and the difference would have to be paid.
Room heater charges are extra and it's not included in any of our packages. If you need one you can directly contact to Hotel reception.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
Monument entry tickets and expenses on any activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
Any type of insurance including travel, health, and more.
Expenses of personal nature are not covered.
Any cost accurded due to any emergency / calamities.
If Tempo Traveller is unable to move due to Snowfall, Landslide, etc. then Barefoot Trekians will not bear the extra charges of small 4x4. Either wait till clearing or Pay for the extra service.
Food during travel and lunch is not included.
We would not be liable for theft or misplaced items.
We in Barefoot Trekians believe that if you are fit nothing will be difficult for you.
No cancellations will be taken over the Call or WhatsApp message. Please forward the confirmation email that you have received at the time of booking to cancellations@barefootrekians.com regarding the cancellation. The Booking Amount is non-refundable. The Refundable Amount is the total booking amount minus Train Ticket Charges. Whenever IRCTC will refund us we will revert you the same minus Agent Charges.
