7 days8 Days Walking Experience in Himalayas
New8 daysDharamsalaPrivate tour
Supplied by Tourism Scouts India
Length
8 days
Itinerary
8 days planned
Group
Private
Guides
Hindi, English
Overview
This 8-day adventure through Dharamshala, McLeod Ganj, and the stunning Kareri Lake region offers an unforgettable blend of Himalayan trekking, local culture, and serene natural beauty. Unlike standard tours, this experience takes you beyond the usual tourist trails—through charming mountain villages like Salli, Kareri, and Balh, where you’ll witness authentic Himachali life and enjoy heartfelt hospitality from locals.
Travelers will trek across scenic alpine meadows, pine forests, and crystal-clear streams, culminating in the breathtaking views at Kareri Lake and Triund. Along the way, you'll connect deeply with nature while learning about Tibetan traditions, local cuisine, and the unique mountain lifestyle.
Perfect for adventure seekers, photographers, and nature lovers, this journey combines physical challenge with cultural immersion, ensuring every day brings new perspectives, memorable moments, and a true sense of Himalayan tranquility
Day by day itinerary
1Dharamshala - McLeod Ganj ( 20 Km By Road / 45 Minutes - Altitude: 2082m )⌄
Arrival at Dharamshala airport. Your guide will meet you at the airport and assist you. Transfer to the homestay. On arrival you will be greeted with traditional welcome by the family followed by check in and lunch. Free time to relax or you can always go for a local visit of McLeod Ganj / Dharamshala with your guide. Dinner with the family. Overnight at McLeod Ganj.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: GuestHouse
2Mcleod Ganj – Salli village - Chandrala ( 45 Km by road / 02 hrs & 06 Km trek / 04 Hrs walk - Altitude: 2100m)⌄
After breakfast in the morning drive to Salli Village. Arrive Salli Village and enjoy a cup of tea in the local market before proceeding for the lunch with a local family. Trek starts from Salli village with improvised bridge over small stream (small tributary river). Trek trail is all the way along the river till the Chandrala Dhaar. Trek till Chandrala is gradual uphill and considered as easy trekking. Overnight at Chandrala.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
3Chandrala - Kareri Lake ( 07 Km/ 05 Hrs walk - Altitude: 2934m )⌄
After breakfast, we start walk towards Kareri Lake. Trail goes through mixed forests of oak, rhododendron and pine along with some gradual hikes. Arrive Kareri Lake and enjoy the evening on the banks of Lake. Overnight camping close to Kareri Lake. (Further to orders of Honourable Government of Himachal Pradesh, lakeside camping is not allowed. Hence the tents will be pitched around 200m from the lake at a suitable and location).
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Alpine Tents
4Kareri Lake – Kareri Village ( 13 Km/ 06 Hrs walk - Altitude -1800m)⌄
Morning breakfast at camp site and some free time at the lakeside. Start downhill towards Kareri Village. Trail goes through mixed forests of oak, rhododendron and pine. First few km are gradual descend besides a stream. At the end the trail is a steep descend. Arrive Kareri village. Dinner and overnight at Kareri Village.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Guest House / Hotel
5Kareri Village – Balh village ( 08 Km/ 06 Hrs walk - Altitude: 2400m)⌄
After breakfast a levelled walk from Kareri village takes us to Khari Behi. From Khari Behi it is a steep downhill walk for about an hour to Rawa village, situated on the bank of a small river. Enjoy a riverside lunch break. From Rawa village it is a steep ascent for another 02 hours to Balh village. Camp near a small stream close to the village.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Alpine Tents
6Balh – Triund ( Trek 08 Km/ 07 Hrs walk - Altitude: 2875m)⌄
After breakfast, we continue our trek by crossing over a small bridge then ascending through rhododendron and pine forests for approx. 2 hours. First 2km is a steep ascent but there is a gradual ascent after Gallu Devi Temple. The last 1 km is again a steep ascent through the forest. Triund is a flat meadow on top of a ridge. From here panoramic view of Dhauladhar range on one side and Kangra valley on other is a memorable sight.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Alpine Tents
7Triund – Mcleod Ganj ( 08 Km/ 04 Hrs walk - Altitude: 2082m)⌄
Morning breakfast at hotel and later transfer to airport for boarding flight to your onward destination with amazing memories.
Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
Overnight: Overnight stay at Hotel.
8Mcleod Ganj / Dharamshala Departure ( 20 Km by Road / 45 minutes)⌄
Morning breakfast at hotel and later transfer to airport for boarding flight to your onward destination with amazing memories.
What's included
- ✓Guide , Camping gears and mountaineering guide etc
- ✓As per the itinerary
- ✓All fees & permits
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Dinner
- ✓Breakfast
- ✓Rescue Team , Oxygen cylinders & First Aid medical kit for an emergency
- ✓Necessary technical equipment required for the expedition.
Not included
- ✕Any kind of taxes & Personal Insurance.
- ✕Any porterage services.
- ✕Any kind of personal expenses, Personal Clothing ,Toiletries &Tips
- ✕Anything not included in the inclusions of the package.
Good to know
Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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$583
