About Himanchal Backpacking Tour

Himanchal Backpacking Tour

7night / 8days 

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 00:

• We start in the evening around 7PM from Delhi for our journey to Bir Billing

Day 01:

• Reach Bir early morning, post having breakfast while enjoying the view, the next thing that you would indulge in exploring the local village of Bir.
• You would be exploring the beautiful monasteries of Bir like the Chokling Monastery, Sherab Ling monastery, and go for exploring the local markets and local Tibetan restaurants.
• After having lunch at Bir, the tour commences towards Billing.
• In the evening, you will reach Billing and there can enjoy the blissful sunset.
• The best part is enjoying the bonfire at the camps at night while gazing at the beautiful stars.

Day 02:

• Wake up at the camps in the most pleasant atmosphere to enjoy the delicious breakfast and then go-ahead for the best fly of your life.
• From Billing, get back to Bir by afternoon and start the journey to Mcledogunj.
• Check-in at the hotel in Mcleodgunj.
• Spend the entire day exploring the cafes and a bit of the tourist places till the night.
• Spend the night at the hotel.

Day 03:

• Start the day with a healthy breakfast and then head out for local sightseeing at the place.
• The waterfalls, the temples, and the famous Dalai Lama temple are the major tourist attractions of the place that you can explore here.
• Visit different cafes to try Tibetan cuisine and explore the local markets.
• Start the trip to Kasol in the evening and reach the next morning.

Day 04:

• Check-in into the campsite as you reach Kasol to have some leisure time and also to enjoy breakfast.
• The best things to do at Kasol is to enjoy the breathtaking sight of the Parvati valley, have a river sidewalk along the Parvati river, and also enjoy the serenity of the ambiance.
• Visit the Manikaran Gurudwara Sahib and head out for the Chalal trek in the evening and since it is a small trek, return to the hotel or the campsite by the evening itself.
• Have dinner and an overnight stay at the campsite.

Day 05:

• Head out for Kheerganga trek after having breakfast at the hotel or the campsite in the morning.
• The entire distance of the Kheerganga trek is around 12 km. The trek level is moderately difficult. But, walking around the Parvati valley is one of the most heart-warming things to do there as the sight of the snow-capped mountains is breath-taking.
• Once you reach Kheerganga by evening, you can have dinner at the campsite under the star-studded sky.

Day 06:  

• Sixth day is one of the best days on this trip when you head to Manali. You reach there by evening after enjoying the sunrise and going for a hot dip at the natural spring.
• Post exploring the other tourist places, go trek towards at Barsheni and reach Kasol.
• Depart for Manali and reach there by evening.
• Reach the hotel and check-in. Have a relaxed evening at the hotel followed by a comforting dinner.

Day 07:

• Manali is the best place for sightseeing and enjoying the calmness. You go out to explore Manali after having a relaxed morning breakfast.
• Start your day by exploring the famous places of Manali like the Vashisht Temple, Hidimba temple, Jogni falls, and the Mall road.
• Post this, explore the old Manali and visit the famous cute cafes of the place.
• Get back to the hotel at night and have dinner.

Day 08:

• Wake up early morning, freshen up and have a healthy breakfast at your hotel. You can either spend some time in the hotel or go out to explore the local market of the city.
• Head back to Delhi by the evening.

How to Reach:-

By Air: Kangra airport is the nearest airport to Bir which is about 68kms from Bir. From Airport one can book a cab for Bir.

By Rail: Pathankot station is the nearest broad-gauge railway station to Bir and is well connected with Delhi, there are plenty of options to pick your train.  You can book a taxi from Pathankot Railway station to Bir.

By Road: There are regular buses from Shimla and Dharmshala for Bir. You can book a cab from Shimla or Dharamshala to reach Bir.

Inclusions:

• Covering the entire trip as per the itinerary
• Accommodation at the hotels and campsite
• Paragliding at Bir
• Trek at Bir, Barsheni, Kheerganga, and Bhagsu waterfalls
• Breakfast and dinner throughout the 8 days while being on the tour.
• Camping and Bonfire

Exclusions:

• Any kind of personal expense
• Any kind of insurance
• Anything else that is not mentioned in the package or itinerary