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May - June and Sep – October |
| Calendar Dates |
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Sep 20-27 |
| Maximum Altitude |
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4350 M Indrahar pass |
| Grade |
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Moderate |
| Duration |
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5 days |
| Roadhead for trek |
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Drive from Delhi to Macleod Ganj (12 hrs) on way back drive from Machetar to Chamba
and later from Chamba to Delhi. |
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The ridges over the Dhaula Dhar do not lend themselves to easy
trekking. This trek over the Indrahar pass is no exception, even
though it follows one of the more established trails used by the
Gaddi shepherds enroute to their summer grazing pastures in the
upper Ravi Valley and Lahaul. The ascent to the Indrahar Pass
involves a continual climb often over boulders. The views
compensate: to the south, there are spectacular views of the Indian
plains; to the north is the sacred peak of Mani Mahesh Kailash and
the snowcapped Pir Panjal Range. Beyond the pass an ill defined
trail leads through the Hindu villages and temples to the upper Ravi
valley. |
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DAY-BY-DAY
ITINERARY |
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| Day 01 |
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Delhi – Pathankot - Dharamshala |
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Take a Shalimar Express from New Delhi at 16:05 hrs for
Pathankot. Arrival Pathankot at 03:30 hrs. Upon arrival
transfer for Dharamshala. Check in at hotel. Free day in
Dharamshala. Over night stay in hotel
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| Day 02 |
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Mcleodganj -Triund (2975 M/9818 Ft) |
Today you will start trekking towards Triund passing through
Dhramkot. The trail to Triund is generally gentle except last
few kms. Overnight in tents. (10 kms/ 3-4 hrs). |
| Day 03 |
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Triund -Lahesh Cave (3600 M/ 11800 Ft) |
This day the trail follows the ridge behind the prayer flags
above the Gaddi encampment. The trail climbs generally
through oak and conifer forests and across the open
meadows to the encampment at Laka Got. (3350 M). The last
scramble of 200 to 300 mts is tiring to Lahesh cave.
Overnight in tents (9 kms3-4 hrs). |
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Lahesh Cave - Indrahar Pass (4350 M/ 14350
Ft) –Chatru Parao
The trail climbs and remains |
The trail climbs and remains on the true right of the gully. At
the higher elevations there is a steep 300 to 400 m ascent
towards the crest of the Dhaula Dhar, before a 1 km traverse just below the ridge to the
Indrahar Pass. From the pass one can view
Pir Panjal Range in the north and Mani
Mahesh Kailash.(5656 M) peak in the east.
Descend from the pass to Chatru Parao. Set
campsite for overnight stay. (12 kms/ 6-7
hrs) |
| Day 05 |
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Chatru Parao - Kuarsi (2730 M/
9010 ft) |
The trail follows the true left of the valley for
first few kms. Later the track crosses the
valley on a permanent snow bridge and
ascends steeply to an open meadow.
Continue down the true right of the valley
and after crossing a series of meadows finally
descends to Kuarsi. Set campsite for the
overnight stay. (15 km/ 7 hrs) |
| Day 06 |
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Kuarsi -Machetar (1800 M/ 5886 ft) -Chamba (726 M/2400 ft) |
Today's trek continues into the Valley and from the top mountain views of the whole region can be seen. The
Dhaula Dhar to the south, Pir Panjal to the north and Mani Mahesh to the east. Descend along the Barley fields
to hit the road head to Machetar. From Machetar drive towards Chamba. Overnight at rest house in Chamba.
(16 km/ 6hrs). |
| Day 07 |
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Chamba – Pathankot - Delhi |
| After breakfast drive for Pathankot to catch Jhelum Express for New Delhi at 23:55 hrs. Over night journey. |
| Day 08 |
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Arrive New Delhi railway station at 09:30 hrs. |
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COST OF
THE PROGRAM |
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Rs. 26,800 per person*
*3.09
% Service Tax extra |
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| Cost Includes |
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Meals: All meals beginning with lunch on Day 2 to lunch on Day 6. Meals would be a mix of Indian,
Chinese & Continental. All meals will be freshly prepared. |
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3rd AC train ticket from Delhi to Pathankot and back |
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All road transfer from Pathankot to Pathankot |
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Camping equipment like tents, mattresses, camping stools etc. |
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Professional and experienced trekking guide |
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Cook, porters and mules. Porters/mules will carry all the camping equipment, ration etc. and also 1
bag each of all clients. This bag should not weigh more than 17 kgs. |
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| Cost Does Not Include |
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Any meals / services not mentioned above |
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Liquor, soft drinks, beverages, etc. |
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Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc. |
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Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc. |
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| Payment Terms & Conditions |
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Full payment to be
made in advance at the time of booking the trek |
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Payment to be made by Cheque/DD
in favour of GREAT INDIAN OUTDOORS (P) LTD. payable
at New Delhi/Gurgaon |
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Payment
for this trip will not be adjusted against any
future trips |
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Cancellation policy |
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>30 days:
Full refund (after deducting any expenses
that have been incurred for hotel bookings,
transport, etc.) |
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21-30 days: 75% of trip cost will be refunded
(after deducting any expenses that have
been incurred for hotel bookings, transport,
etc.) |
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14-21
days: 50% of trip cost will be refunded
(after deducting any expenses that have
been incurred for hotel bookings, transport,
etc.) |
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<14 days: No refund |
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LIST OF
ESSENTIALS |
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- Sleeping bag
- Shirts / T-shirts
- Trousers / Track Pants
- Windproof jacket
- Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen sweater
- Thermal inner wear (upper & lower)
- Woollen cap
- Mittens (Woollen gloves)
- Scarf
- Woollen socks (extra pairs to be carried)
- Comfortable Trekking/Hiking shoes
(shoes with a thick sole are recommended)
- Raincoat / Poncho
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- Towel
- Water bottle
- Cap / Hat
- Walking stick / Trekking pole
- Sunscreen Lotion
- Lip Balm
- Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
- Camera (with extra film rolls)
- Sunglasses
- Personal toiletries
- Books, if you like reading
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Carry
your stuff in a duffel bag, soft shoulder bag or a rucksack.
Avoid suitcases, trolleys or any other hard luggage.
Also carry a small knapsack to carry your personal items
like cameras, water bottles, etc. while walking during
the day. Each person should carry a maximum of 15 kgs
of luggage on the trek. |
Do
get in touch with us for any items that cannot
be sourced by you, as we could suggest retail
outlets from where they could be bought or the
same could be leased from us. |
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| Disclaimer |
Great
Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. takes utmost care to ensure
safety of its clients. However in the case of any unforeseen
mishaps, Great Indian Outdoors (P) Ltd. will not be
liable for any injuries caused or for loss of life.
All disputes rising due to the above are subject to
the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi/Delhi only. |
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