Himachal Backpacking - Manali Kasol Jibhi
Overview
Manali is a high-altitude Himalayan resort town in India's northern Himachal Pradesh state. It has a reputation as a backpacking center and honeymoon destination. Set on the Beas River, it's a gateway for skiing in the Solang Valley and trekking in Parvati Valley. It's also a jumping-off point for paragliding, rafting and mountaineering in the Pir Panjal mountains, home to 4,000m-high Rohtang Pass. The town of Manali is just a starting point for our trip - we explore the nearby hills, valleys and hidden gems of Himachal Pradesh. There's so much to see and do here!
Highlights
- Visit Sissu village and Sissu Lake via Atal Tunnel
- Adventure activities at Solang Valley
- Explore the hippie vibes of Kasol and Parvati Valley
- Visit Manikaran hot springs
- Trek to Serolsar Lake at Jalori Pass
Itinerary
Delhi To Manali Overnight
Assemble at boarding point in Delhi - Majnu Ka Tilla (near Vidhan Sabha Metro Station) and meet your Trip Captain. Start an overnight journey to Manali and socialize with your co-travellers.
Manali Arrival | Local Exploration & Café Hopping
Wake up to a beautiful mountain morning and post breakfast, drive from Manali to Lahaul Valley via the newly opened Atal Tunnel. Witness a sudden transformation in the landscape once you cross from Kullu to Lahaul region. Visit Sissu village and Sissu Lake (if weather permits). While returning back to Manali, take a stop at Solang Valley and indulge in various adventure activities over there. Savour delightful dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Manali.
Drive to Sissu Via Atal Tunnel & Solang Valley
Wake up to a beautiful mountain morning and post breakfast, drive from Manali to Lahaul Valley via the newly opened Atal Tunnel. Witness a sudden transformation in the landscape once you cross from Kullu to Lahaul region. Visit Sissu village and Sissu Lake (if weather permits). While returning back to Manali, take a stop at Solang Valley and indulge in various adventure activities over there. Savour delightful dinner and overnight stay in a hotel in Manali.
Manali To Kasol | Kasol Arrival & Café Hopping
Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive towards Kasol from Manali. Enroute Kasol, you can indulge in adventure activities like paragliding at Kullu (by your own). After arriving in Kasol, check-in to our hotel/campsite & freshen-up. Post refreshment, we will head out to explore the streets of Kasol, visit Chalal bridge and chill along Parvati riverside. Soak in the hippie vibes of Kasol, go for cafe hopping and treat your stomach with mouth-watering local dishes. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel/campsite in Kasol.
Manikaran Hot Spring | Jibhi Arrival
Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, check out from the hotel/campsite and say goodbye to our lovely host. Drive towards Manikaran and visit the famous holy hot water springs at Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara & Shiva Temple. Enroute Jibhi, you can indulge in river rafting adventure activity. After arriving in Jibhi, check-in to our cozy homestay/hotel and quickly head out to visit the beautiful Jibhi waterfall and soak in the soothing surroundings of the place. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel in Jibhi/Banjar.
Trek to Serolsar Lake | Depart for Delhi
Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, check out from the homestay/hotel and drive to Jalori Pass situated at 10,800 feet. Hike to 360° Himalayan view point and get mesmerized by the stunning landscape of snow-clad Himalayas (if weather permits). Trek further to the beautiful Serolsar Lake surrounded by lush forest cover and pay homage at Budhi Nagin Temple (if weather permits). Post lunch, gather for an #InstaPerfect group picture, trek back to Jalori Pass and drive back to Aut. In the evening, start-off your overnight journey to Delhi from Jibhi.
Delhi Arrival | Trip End
Reach Delhi early morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.
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Inclusions
- Transportation from Delhi to Delhi: AC Semi-Sleeper Volvo Bus or Tempo Traveler, Tempo Traveler/Cab at all other times
- 4 Nights Accommodation on Sharing Basis: 2 Nights in Hotel (Manali), 1 Night in Hotel/Campsite (Kasol) & 1 Night in Hotel/Homestay (Jibhi/Banjar)
- 8 Meals: Manali (2 Breakfasts+2 Dinners), Kasol (Breakfast+Dinner) Jibhi (Breakfast+Dinner), starting from Dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 5
- Bonfire (if weather permits) & music only on any 3 Nights and local explorations as per itinerary
- Experienced and cool Trip Captain/Trek Guide
- River Rafting Adventure Activity on Day 4
- Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, state taxes
Exclusions
- Any extra meals and stay arrangements apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions as per the itinerary
- Travel Insurance, items of a personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc
- Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions
- Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 Vehicle if needed due to heavy snowfall
- Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control
- Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions
- GST (5%) is applicable extra