Kalga, Kheerganga, and Kasol in a Week

INR10900 / per person

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7 Days

Arrive in Bhuntar - the market town in Kullu district of the beautiful mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh in India, which also acts as the main junction for transport to the Parvati Valley - the ethereally beautiful valley standing above 5000 ft and more by the Parvati River
Or you can also arrive in Kasol - a small village, which is the main traveller hang-out in Parvati valley, known for its reggae bars, bakeries, and backpacker vibes
Travel to Barshaini - a small village and the the last place as far as where the road goes in Parvati Valley - by local bus
Easy hike of 20 min from Barshaini leads to Kalga - a quaint Himalayan village located at 8,000 ft above sea level, wedged deep in the forest of the Parvati Valley in Himachal Pradesh, known for its apple orchards and one of the base points for Kheerganga trek
Check in at homestay (2 nights)
Leisure time for the rest of the day
Overnight in Kalga

Suggestion:

There are direct overnight buses from New Delhi that reach Bhuntar or Kasol in the next morning, so for people who are travelling from outside, comfortable accommodation in New Delhi can be arranged, which can also include extending 1-2 days to have a tour of the capital city
Instead of taking the bus, private taxi can be booked from Delhi to Kasol
If you reach Bhuntar or Kasol by bus, instead of taking the local bus, private taxi can be booked directly to Barshaini
When you reach Bhuntar or Kasol, you can freshen up and have some breakfast before moving ahead to Kalga

Suggestion:

Explore the beautiful village of Kalga by foot
Half-day guided tour to Tulga and Pulga - little hamlets not very far from Kalga, whose calmness would surely enchant your mind and soul
Dinner in the accommodation with locals and if the weather permits, light a fire and share stories
Stargazing is a wonderful activity and Kalga is an awesome place to introduce yourselves with this ancient art

Check-out from Kalga
Start for the trek to Kheerganga - a sloping alpine meadow up the Parvati Valley at 10,000 ft above sea level, known for its delectable natural hot sulphur springs with killer views of mighty mountains - early in the morning or anytime that you feel like (weather in the mountains changes very suddenly and morning is the most sensible time to start off)
As you reach Kheerganga, check-in at camping tent (2 nights)
Leisure time for the rest of the day
Overnight in Kheerganga

Suggestion:

Make sure that you realize that Kheerganga takes an experience trekker around 4 hours, so it is always advisable to reach Kheerganga before afternoon
Enjoy taking bath in the hot sulphur springs - this is one of the highlights of the trip - the water is mineral rich and has many healing qualities
In the evening, light a bonfire and meet new people
Stargazing is an another worldly experience here

Suggestion:

Full-day guided hiking to Bhun Bhuni - a small glacier and pass at around 11,000 ft above sea level known for its dense oak forest and less touristy calmness and majestic views of the surroundings
Explore Kheerganga on your own by foot
Enjoy taking bath in the hot sulphur springs - this is one of the highlights of the trip - the water is mineral rich and has many healing qualities
In the evening, light a bonfire and meet new people
Stargazing is an another worldly experience here

Check-out from tent in Kheerganga
Descend the trail from Kheerganga directly to Barshaini via the mighty Rudranag waterfalls and the beautiful Nakthan village
Travel to Kasol by local bus
Check-in at hotel (2 nights)
Overnight in Kasol

Suggestion:

Instead of taking the local bus, private taxi can be booked from Barshaini to Kasol

Suggestion:

Explore Kasol on your own by foot
Half-day trekking to Chalal - a small village set beautifully on the side of the Parvati river, known for its psy-trance parties