Itinerary Detail
Activities
- Evening departure from Kashmiri Gate (7:00 PM)
- Comfortable semi-sleeper Volvo ride via Chandigarh & Mandi
- Vibe: Overnight journey with refreshment stops
Overnight: Volvo Journey
Activities
- Early morning arrival at Aut
- Transfer to Jibhi, a peaceful hamlet in Tirthan Valley
- Check-in to cozy homestay / hotel
- Explore: Jibhi Waterfall, Chehni Kothi (short walk to historic tower), Riverside cafés & handicraft shops
- Vibe: Serene valley introduction
Meals
- Dinner: Try Siddu & trout at Cafe Jungle Valley
Overnight: Jibhi
Activities
- Scenic drive to Jalori Pass (10,800 ft)
- Explore viewpoints & panoramic Himalayan vistas
- Optional: Winter - Snow trek to 360° viewpoint, Summer - Hike to Serolsar Lake (subject to weather)
- Return to Jibhi for riverside picnic or leisure
- Vibe: High-altitude adventure
Meals
- Dinner: Local cuisine at homestay
Overnight: Jibhi
Activities
- Drive to Shangarh, a hidden gem in the Great Himalayan National Park buffer zone
- Visit: Shangarh Meadows – vast alpine grasslands, Shangchul Mahadev Temple – ancient wooden shrine
- Optional: Forest walk or village interaction, Sunset photography at the meadows
- Vibe: Tranquil alpine escape
Meals
- Dinner: Local thali at Shangarh Homestay Kitchen
Overnight: Shangarh
Activities
- Scenic drive to Barot Valley (5–6 hrs)
- Visit: Uhl River – trout fishing & riverside walks, Barot Hydel Project – historic hydroelectric dam
- Optional: Trout fishing (pre-booking required), Nature walk through pine forests, Bonfire & stargazing session
- Vibe: Riverside adventure and relaxation
Meals
- Dinner: Local cuisine at homestay
Overnight: Barot
Activities
- Drive to Bir, India’s paragliding capital
- Explore: Sherabling Monastery – Tibetan architecture, Baijnath Shiva Temple – ancient stone carvings, Local cafés & Tibetan market
- Vibe: Cultural and spiritual exploration
Meals
- Dinner: Tibetan momos & thukpa at Garden Café
Overnight: Bir
Activities
- Optional: Paragliding from Billing (₹3,000 pp with GoPro video), Short walk to Gunehar Waterfall, Visit Bir Tea Gardens
- Evening Volvo departure to Delhi (6:00–7:00 PM)
- Vibe: Adventure and farewell journey
Overnight: Volvo Journey
Activities
- Morning arrival (6:00–8:00 AM)
- End of an unforgettable offbeat Himachal adventure
Overnight: Departure
Trip at a Glance
Destinations Covered
JibhiJalori PassShangarhBarot ValleyBir
Travel Style
BackpackingNatureCultureAdventure
Ideal For
Nature LoversAdventure SeekersBackpackersSolo Travelers
Best Season
March–June & September–December
Food Guide
| Dish | Place | Location | Special | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Siddu | Cafe Jungle Valley | Jibhi | Traditional Himachali steamed bread | |
| Trout | Cafe Jungle Valley | Jibhi | Freshly caught and cooked fish | |
| Local Thali | Shangarh Homestay Kitchen | Shangarh | Authentic Himachali flavors | |
| Momos | Garden Café | Bir | Tibetan steamed dumplings | |
| Thukpa | Garden Café | Bir | Tibetan noodle soup |
Inclusions
- ✔️Delhi–Aut–Delhi Volvo tickets
- ✔️All intercity & local transfers by Tempo Traveller / Innova
- ✔️5 Nights’ accommodation in rustic hotels / homestays / camps
- ✔️5 Breakfasts & 5 Dinners (Veg / Jain options available)
- ✔️Bonfire & music wherever possible
- ✔️All necessary permits & entry fees
- ✔️Tour coordinator support
Exclusions
- ❌Lunches & café meals (₹100–₹350 per meal)
- ❌Adventure activities: paragliding, rafting, fishing, etc.
- ❌Camera fees, personal expenses, shopping, tips
- ❌Anything not mentioned in inclusions