Day 1: Chandigarh to Kasol
- Pick-up from Chandigarh station and drive to Kasol.
- Check in at the camp (about a 40-minute walk to the camp) and spend time by the river.
- Stay: camp. Meals: high tea and dinner.
Offbeat Himachal
Customised road trip: Kasol, Manali, Jibhi, Tirthan and Naddi
- Destination
- Himachal Pradesh
- Duration
- 8 Nights / 9 Days
- Departure
- Customised: dates planned around your group
- Starts and ends
- Starts at Chandigarh station, ends with a drop at Amritsar station or hotel
Overview
A customised road trip through the quieter side of Himachal. It starts with a riverside camp stay in Kasol, moves through Manali and the Solang Valley, slows down in the wooden villages of Jibhi and Tirthan, and ends with Dhauladhar sunsets at Naddi above Dharamshala.
The itinerary mixes easy sightseeing with short hikes, including the Jibhi waterfall and the Serolsar Lake trek from Jalori Pass, with time set aside for cafes and village walks.
Highlights
- Riverside camp stay in Kasol
- Manikaran Gurudwara
- River rafting and Solang Valley
- Jibhi waterfall hike
- Jalori Pass and Serolsar Lake trek (if open)
- Naddi sunset point and McLeod Ganj
Destination photos are for illustration and do not show specific hotels or included activities.
Day-by-day itinerary
9 days. Riverside camping in Kasol, Manali and Solang, the wooden villages of Jibhi and Tirthan, and Naddi sunsets above Dharamshala.
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Day 2: Kasol
- Early morning by the Parvati river: breakfast at the campsite, the morning breeze, optional yoga or meditation by the water, and time for photos.
- After lunch, visit Manikaran Gurudwara.
- Evening high tea at the campsite if you are back early, then a stroll through Kasol market and cafes.
- Dinner and stay at the camp.
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Day 3: Kasol to Manali
- Drive to Manali after breakfast.
- Visit Hadimba Temple, Manu Temple and Vashisht Temple (with a bath in the holy water).
- Explore Old Manali's streets, boutiques, woollen stores and cafes, and walk Mall Road.
- Check in at the hotel. Stay: hotel. Meals: breakfast and dinner.
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Day 4: Manali: rafting and Solang Valley
- River rafting in the morning (pack light clothes).
- Option to stop at River Music Cafe or Rafting Point Cafe in the Kullu area.
- Explore Solang Valley for snow activities such as paragliding, ATV rides or the ropeway view. Activities are self-paid.
- If open, drive through the Atal Tunnel (Rohtang) at extra cost.
- In winter, the alternative is snow activities at Solang or Sissu snow valley.
- Dinner and stay at the hotel.
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Day 5: Manali to Jibhi
- On the way, stop for the Jibhi waterfall: a 2 km hike to the falls.
- Check in, then an evening walk around Jibhi village, its cafes and wooden bridges.
- Evening bonfire, music and snacks at Cafe Old School or Trout Valley Cafe.
- Dinner and stay at the hotel.
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Day 6: Jibhi: Jalori Pass and Serolsar Lake
- Leave by 8:00 am for Jalori Pass (12 km drive) through dense pine forest.
- Serolsar Lake trek, moderate, 5 km one way (about 2 hours), if open in January. A small temple stands near the lake.
- Lunch at a local dhaba at Jalori top.
- On the way back, an optional stop at a viewpoint or a 1-hour hike to Chehni Kothi.
- Return to Jibhi by sunset. Dinner and stay at the hotel.
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Alternative Day 6: Alternative Day 6: Jibhi to Tirthan Valley
- Drive to Tirthan Valley via Gushaini.
- Visit the Tirthan river viewpoint and Sai Ropa Forest Rest House.
- Short trek to Chhoie Waterfall through pine forest (1 to 1.5 hours).
- Picnic lunch by the river or a local Himachali meal.
- Evening by Gushaini Bridge, then back to the hotel in Jibhi for dinner and stay.
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Day 7: Jibhi to Naddi
- Leave Jibhi after an early breakfast. Winding roads through pine forests and river views.
- Short stop near Aut Tunnel, where the river flows right below the road.
- Tea break at Mandi and a halt at the Pandoh Dam viewpoint.
- Palampur tea gardens, with an option for tea tasting or a short walk at Saurabh Van Vihar.
- Stop at Baijnath Temple, one of the oldest Shiva temples in Himachal.
- Arrive at Naddi village (Dharamshala), check in and walk to Naddi Sunset Point for views of the Dhauladhar range.
- Dinner and stay at the hotel.
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Day 8: Naddi and McLeod Ganj
- Dal Lake, Naddi, and the small Shiva temple beside it.
- St. John's Church in the Wilderness, a historic stone church among tall pines.
- Breakfast or hot chocolate with a view at a McLeod Ganj cafe.
- Dalai Lama Temple Complex at McLeod Ganj main square and the Tibetan market.
- Bhagsu Waterfall (about a 15-minute walk) and the ancient Bhagsunath Shiva Temple.
- Back to Naddi Sunset Point for sunset over the snow peaks, then dinner and stay at the hotel.
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Day 9: Naddi to Amritsar
- Leave around 8 am to avoid traffic.
- Reach Amritsar by evening; drop at the station or hotel. Tour ends.
Accommodation and transport
Accommodation
- Camp stay in Kasol (Days 1 and 2)
- Hotels in Manali, Jibhi and Naddi
- Triple occupancy
- Hotel bookings are subject to availability
Transport
- Ertiga or similar vehicle for the full road trip, Chandigarh to Amritsar
Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
- High tea on Day 1 at the camp
Inclusions and exclusions
Included
- Stay on triple occupancy
- Wi-Fi
- Breakfast and dinner
- Ertiga or similar vehicle
Not included
- Sightseeing beyond the itinerary
- Atal Tunnel, Sissu or Rohtang Pass charges
- Activities and entry charges
- Laundry or room service
Important notes and conditions
- Hotel bookings are subject to availability.
- Activities at Solang Valley are self-paid.
- The Atal Tunnel (Rohtang) drive depends on the road being open and costs extra.
- The Serolsar Lake trek depends on the trail being open (the brochure notes January).
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation 45 days before the trip: half refund.
- Within 45 days: no refund.
- No refund for vehicle breakdowns or natural events such as landslides, floods, earthquakes or heavy snowfall, or any other reason beyond the company's control.
- The company is not responsible for delays or inconvenience caused by vehicle breakdowns or unforeseen circumstances beyond its control.
Terms
- Mumbai jurisdiction applies.
Frequently asked questions
Can the route or dates be changed?
Yes. This is a customised itinerary. Share your dates, group size and the places you want to keep on WhatsApp and Janhavi will plan it with you.
What kind of rooms are included?
Stays are on triple occupancy: a camp in Kasol and hotels in Manali, Jibhi and Naddi, subject to availability.
Are adventure activities included?
No. Rafting and Solang Valley activities, entry charges and the Atal Tunnel drive (extra) are paid separately.
Where does the trip start and end?
Pick-up is from Chandigarh station and the trip ends with a drop at Amritsar station or hotel.
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