A demanding but rewarding trek, passing through thick pine forests and fields of wildflowers — a profusion of iris, buttercups, poppies, phulumises, and edelweiss. As you gain altitude, the scenery becomes more dramatic, offering spectacular mountain views. The changing colors of the mountains are unique, and the evening sunlight enhances the surroundings. The trek concludes at the small picturesque village of Mud, surrounded by lush barley fields.
Total Duration: 18 Nights / 19 Days
Trekking Days: 10 Days
Season: Mid August to Mid September
Grade: Moderate to Strenuous
Highest Point: Approx. 5,000 m
Day 01: Arrive Delhi
Arrive in Delhi by international flight. After a traditional 'Swagat' (Welcome), our representative will assist you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. After some rest, enjoy breakfast at the hotel coffee shop. A guided city tour follows, including the Red Fort (1648), Gandhi Memorial at Raj Ghat, India Gate, President's House, Humayun's Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 02: Delhi - Nalagarh (300 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, drive to Nalagarh. Stop en route at a tourism restaurant for lunch (self-paid). If time permits, visit Chandigarh attractions including Rock Garden, Pinjore Garden, and Sukhna Lake. Continue to Nalagarh Fort. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Nalagarh, capital of the Kingdom of Hindur, was founded by Raja Ajai Chand in 1100 A.D. Ruled by the Chandela Rajputs from Chanderi, it is the gateway to Himachal Pradesh. The fort, built in 1421 by Raja Bikram Chand, sits atop a hillock at the foothills of the region.
Day 03: Nalagarh - Manali (245 km / 6 hrs)
After breakfast, depart Nalagarh at 08:00 hrs for Manali, arriving by 14:00 hrs. Explore adjoining forests with blooming mountain flowers. Enjoy fresh mountain air and scenic views of pine-covered slopes, the Beas River, and panoramic mountains. Visit Naggar Castle, Roerich Art Gallery, Hadimba Devi Temple, and Tibetan Monastery. Evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Mayflower.
Day 04: Manali - Manikaran - Pulga (100 km)
Travel by jeep from Manali to Manikaran (85 km), a holy site for Sikhs and Hindus with the world’s hottest sulfur spring. Begin the trek to Pulga (15 km) through forest trails with lunch en route. Dinner and overnight in tents at Pulga (2,290 m).
Day 05: Pulga - Khirganga (10 km)
After breakfast with packed lunch, trek gradually through villages, fields, and forests to Khirganga (2,960 m), a holy site with hot water springs. Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 06: Khirganga - Tunda Bhuj (18 km)
After breakfast, trek through forested trails and pastures supporting wildflowers in summer to reach Tunda Bhuj (3,285 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 07: Tunda Bhuj - Thakar Kuan (16 km)
After breakfast, trek through birch forests, crossing rocks and dense vegetation. This section is challenging as the trail skirts cliffs in places. Lunch during the trek. Arrive at Thakar Kuan (3,560 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 08: Thakar Kuan - Pandu Bridge (12 km)
Trek beyond Thakar Kuan, passing Gaddi encampments and crossing a river via a natural rock bridge. Reach Pandu Bridge (3,700 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 09: Pandu Bridge - Mantalai Lake (15 km)
Trek 15 km to Mantalai Lake (4,116 m), the source of the Parbati River. Packed lunch en route. Camp just beyond the lake. Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 10: Mantalai Lake - Camp I (12 km)
Trek over glaciers and moraines, crossing small lakes and streams to reach Camp I at the base of Pin Parvati Pass (4,573 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 11: Camp I - Camp II (12 km)
Cross Pin Parvati Pass (5,319 m) after breakfast, enjoying panoramic views of Kullu and Spiti peaks. Descend gradually over snowfields to Camp II (4,450 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 12: Camp II - Chinpatta Maidan (14 km)
Trek down the valley along the left bank of Pin River. Lunch en route. Dinner and overnight in tents at Chinpatta Maidan (3,955 m).
Day 13: Chinpatta Maidan - Mud (15 km)
Trek with packed lunch to the first village of Pin Valley, Mud (3,811 m). Dinner and overnight in tents.
Day 14: Mud - Sagnam (16 km)
After breakfast, trek to Sagnam, a large village at the confluence of Pin and Parahio Rivers. Lunch en route. Dinner and overnight in tents (3,650 m).
Day 15: Sagnam - Dhankar - Kaza (45 km)
Trek from Sagnam to Dhankar Monastery (packed lunch en route). Admire the monastery perched high above the valley. Drive to Kaza. Dinner and overnight at Hotel Sakya in Kaza.
Day 16: Kaza - Manali (225 km)
Visit Key Monastery after breakfast, then drive to Manali via Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass. Arrive early evening. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 17: Manali - Delhi (570 km / 12-13 hrs)
Breakfast and leisure time in Manali. Depart for Delhi at 18:00 hrs. Dinner en route. Overnight journey.
Day 18: Arrive Delhi
Arrive Delhi at 06:30 hrs. Transfer to hotel. Breakfast followed by leisure time. Evening Light and Sound show at Red Fort. Farewell dinner and overnight stay.
Day 19: Depart Delhi
Tour concludes. Thank you for your patronage. Punctual transfer to the international airport for onward travel.
