Overview
Discover Himachal’s perfect youth getaway with a trip to Shangarh, Sainj, Kasol, and Manali. Start with the peaceful meadows of Shangarh and the untouched charm of Sainj Valley for nature and quiet vibes. Head to Kasol for riverside cafés, good food, and a buzzing backpacker scene. Wrap up in Manali with adventure sports, local markets, and chilled-out cafés. This route blends nature, fun, and culture — ideal for young travelers seeking both peace and thrill in the mountains.
Itinerary
Day 01
The beautiful jouney to Himachal will commence from Mumbai. Assemble at Bandra railway station and Meet our Co-ordinates. Departure by Train no. 12216
Pune people will travel by Shivshahi bus/train/cab to Mumbai & then Board the train from Borivali.
Day 02
Arrive in Delhi by late morning. You can freshen up and explore nearby cafes before boarding our overnight AC Volvo bus to Aut. The scenic overnight journey marks your transition from the bustling capital to the calm of Himachal’s hills.
Day 03
Reach Aut early morning & drive to Shangarh in Sainj Valley. After breakfast and a short break, begin your trek to Pundrik Rishi Lake—a peaceful, sacred site deep in the forests of the Great Himalayan National Park.
The round-trip trek takes around 4–6 hours. Spend time in nature, connect with the spiritual energy of the place, and return to Shangarh. Overnight in Homestay
Day 04
After an early breakfast, depart for Kasol (approx. 3.5 hours drive). By afternoon, we reach Kasol, where we will check in to our stay.
Later we visit Manikaran Sahib, a revered Sikh pilgrimage site known for its hot springs and riverside gurudwara nestled between steep mountains.
In evening you can enjoy the riverside cafés, indie shops, and relaxed mountain culture. Overnight is Swiss Camps.
Day 05
We leave Kasol after breakfast and head towards Manali (approx. 2.5–3 hrs). En route you can do river rafting. Later we check in to our hotel in Manali.
You can self explore Manali Mall Road, visiting the Hadimba Devi Temple, and soaking in the vibrant mix of local life and mountain charm. Evening is free for shopping and café hopping.
Day 06
After breakfast, get ready for a full day of adventure and sightseeing. First, head to Solang Valley, where you can enjoy activities like paragliding, ATV rides. (optional, pay-per-activity).
Next, we travel through the Atal Tunnel, one of the world’s highest highways, into the Lahaul Valley, reaching the Snow Point (based on road conditions) for stunning snowy landscapes and photo ops.
Return to Manali by evening for a relaxed dinner and some rest.
Day 07
Enjoy your last morning in Manali with a leisurely breakfast and final stroll around the local market. By evening we board the overnight Volvo to Delhi, departing around 6-7 PM. Carry snacks and a good playlist—the hills are hard to say goodbye to.
Day 08
We arrive Delhi in the Morning & few hours to self explore Delhi, In the afternoon we board our return train to Mumbai.
Entire day journey in train with passing the time by chit chatting and playing cards and fun.we bid farewell to you with Sweet memories and bonvoyage. (Train 12910)
Day 09
Arrival in Mumbai with Sweet memories and it’s time for farewell. Pune people will board bus/Train/Cab from Mumbai to pune
Notes
BALANCE PAYMENT HAS TO BE CLEARED ATLEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO THE TRIP. UPON FAILING TO PAY, YOUR REGISTERATION WILL BE CANCELLED WITHOUT ANY REFUND OR TRANSFER
1.Those booking with us or booking flights by themselves, we highly recommend you to choose the Refundable flights.
2. Avoid wearing precious Jewellery while trekking, as Trekkers United won’t be responsible for any losses for the same.
3. Swimming in the deep water is strictly prohibited.
4. Mobile connectivity is limited in the area.
5. Cancellation of the trip or of any location due to reasons out of our control like natural calamities/delay or man made incidents like strikes and change in state rules won’t be our responsibility. The participants will be liable to bear cost on any such incidents.
6. The company vehicle will only be responsible for travel from stay to the locations and back to our stays. Any travel beyond that will be chargeable if we are managing it for you all.
Inclusions & Exlusions
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Things to Carry
FAQ
Q1) Is this a trek or Trip?
- It is a offbeat trip with little adventures throughout the Journey.
Q2) What is the Group Size?
- Group size is usually around 15 - 20
Q3) What is the Age Group for this Trip?
- 16 - 37 Yrs Only
Q4. I am a solo female wanting to Join, is it safe?
- Yes we always have 30% Female Travelers/Trekkers onboard & you will have an amazing experience.
Q5. When to Book this Trip?
- If you are planning to join us from Mumbai/Pune, Book it well in advance because usually Train Tickets are not available
Q6. What will be the daytime and night temperature?
- During day time the temperature will be around 15 - 20 and during night it will fall down to 10 - 15°
Q7. Do you help wiith flight books?
- Yes, you can contact us for best flight deals.
Q8. What is the arrival & Departure time for Delhi - Delhi Package ?
- Pickup - 4pm Delhi ISBT Reporting on Day 2
Drop - 9am at Majnu ka Tilla / ISBT Day 8
Q9. Do you provide Jain Food?
A. Yes we provide Jain food but options will be very limited & available only for Breakfast & Dinner. For lunch please carry your own snacks.
Refund & Cancellation Policy
Before 45 Days - 50% Refund on the Registration amount.
45 - 30 Days - No Refund on Registration
30 - 20 Days - 25% Refund on Full Amount
20 - 10 Days - 10% Refund on Full Amount
After 10 Days - No Refund
1. Cancellation charge is applied on total trip cost, not on any partial or token amounts. E.g. if you paid 10,000 for a 25000 trip, 2 months in advance and decide to cancel a trip less than 30 days before trip start date, the cancellation charge will be applied on 25000, not 10,000.
2. Full Payment of the trip cost must be completed 30 before the trip begins. Pending Payments may eventually lead to the cancellation of the trip.
3. None of the amount is transferrable to any other trip or treks & no credit notes will be given.
4. If the Trip is cancelled from our end, Minimal 7% amount will be deducted & for the remaining amount a Credit Note will be Provided to use on any other Treks & Trips
(Cash refund wont be provided and cancellation due to reasons not in or control like natural calamity, man made incidents etc or any other reason is not applicable here)
5. In Case of Trip Extension due to Weather or any unforseen conditions, Indivdual will have to pay 2500/- Cash Per Day to the Trip Leader on Spot.
6. Itinerary/Entire location for Trip/Trek/Event is subject to change due to Weather Condition or any other reasons & it is Trekkers United’s Decision and not liable for any prior notice to participants. We value everyone’s safety over the Trip. No refund,Credit or transfer to other trip option shall be provided in such situation.
7. Cancellation of the trip or of any location due to reasons out of our control like natural calamities or man made incidents like strikes and change in state rules won’t be our
responsibility. The participants will be liable to bear cost on any such incidents.
8. The company vehicle will only be responsible for travel from stay to the locations and back to our stays. Any travel beyond that will be chargeable if we are managing
it for you all.
9. Sightseeing of all the places depends on various factors like weather, train delay, vehicle breakdown, punctuality of everyone, peak season rush & we or any of our
team member will not be responsible.
10. If Train tickets are in RAC/Waiting, there will be extra charge of 600 - 800/- per person & 90% guarantee of the confirmed Tatkal Tickets.
11. Mode of Transport like Train/Bus Etc can be changed depending upon the availiblity with change in time & boarding/dropping point depending on the availibility without
any prior notice to Participants.
12. The photos/videos content created on Trekkers United’s trip (by our leaders) is the property of Trekkers United and can only be used by us for advertising across
media platforms. None of the digital content can be used by anyone for advertising/ commercialuse without obtaining the rightful permissions by Trekkers United.
13. The IDs shall all be verified before boarding. No boarding shall be entertained without a valid Govt. ID.
14. Travelers must take care of their luggage & belongings. The management shall not be responsible for any damage or any missing items along the tour.
15. Our time of departure is fixed and the travelers must depart by the stated time & keep their status updated with the trip coordinator(s). Anyone missing the transport shall
not be eligible for any refunds.
16. In case of injury/illness occurring to a participant during the tour, external evacuation/ transport services may need to be engaged safeguarding the health of the participant.
In such a case any additional cost arising from making such arrangements will have to be borne by the concerned participant/participant’s family.
17. Only one offer or credit can be used at a time; multiple offers or credits cannot be combined simultaneously.
18. Trekkers United can send back any Participants who is caught doing mischiefs,misbehaving with other members OR if you’re found doing illegal activity or breaking rules of the trek/trip and no refund or credit will be provided.
19. In any other Scenarios other then the above mentioned, Trekkers United has the sole right to alter/Change/Make Decisions. We Value Everyone’s Safety over other things
20. Some participants anticipate receiving a voucher/refund if they descend from a trek for any reason. However, we do not provide vouchers in such cases. This situation arises if your trek leader decides to send you back due to reasons such as insufficient fitness, any other health issues, or injuries. It also applies if you are caught drinking, smoking, or violating trek rules, or if you voluntarily decide to quit the trek for personal reasons.
21. If your entire group is compelled to terminate the trek/event after starting the trip for reasons such as sudden bad weather, trail interruptions, government restrictions, or
unforeseen circumstances. Please note that no voucher/refund will be provided in this scenario.