Spiti Valley Circuit | Shimla - Spiti - Chandratal - Manali

• Mumbai/Surat/Vadodra: Borad Train Paschim Express (12925) at 11:25 AM on Friday
• Pune: Board Train Sampark Kranti (12629) at 08:45 AM on Friday
• Ahmedabad: Borad Train Ashram express on Friday
• Hyderabad: Borad Train Telangana Exp on Friday
• Nagpur: Board Train Kerala SF Exp on Friday
• Banaglore: Borad Train Sampark Kranti (12629) at 02:45 PM on Thrusday.

​Meals: None

Note:

• Train tickets will be in confirmed or RAC (half window seat) as per seat availability at the time of your booking.
• For last-minute bookings, seats are not guaranteed, and adjustments may be required.

• Reach Delhi in the morning. You can explore local sights or rest at a hotel at your own cost. Travellers arriving by flight can check into nearby hotels at their own expense allowing you to freshen up and prepare for the adventure ahead.
• 11:00 PM pickup from Majnu Ka Tilla. Afterward, you'll get a small briefing at the pickup point.
• Start your overnight journey to Shimla. Dinner halt at Dhaba (at own cost) 

• Reach Shimla in the morning, freshen up, and have your breakfast.
• We will be changing our vehicle to tempo traveler from bus.
• We will head out for Sangla/Chitkul through Kufri, Narkanda.
• Reach chitkul/sangla, hotel check in.
• Overnight stay in Sangla.
• Meals: Dinner

• Begin your day by rising early, embracing the morning's freshness, and indulging in a hearty breakfast before embarking on your journey to Tabo.
• En route, marvel at the meeting point of the Spiti and Satluj Rivers at the iconic Khab Bridge.
• After passing through Sumdo and entering the picturesque Spiti Valley, take a moment to explore the Gue Monastery nestled in the village of Gue. 
• Renowned for its 500-year-old mummy with remarkably preserved teeth, the Gue Monastery offers a unique opportunity for reflection and relaxation before continuing your voyage to Tabo.
• Overnight stay in Tabo.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

• Start your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before embarking on a journey to Kaza.
• Along the way, make a stop at the enchanting Dhankar Monastery, situated amidst picturesque rocky ridges that have endured for centuries.
• Take a moment to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of this ancient village before resuming your travels towards Kaza.
• Arrive in Kaza by evening, where you'll check into your hotel.
• Overnight stay in Kaza.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

• Start your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before embarking on a journey to Dhankar Village.
• Explore the breathtaking Key Monastery, renowned as one of the most picturesque monasteries in Spiti Valley.
• Afterwards, continue your drive to marvel at the highest suspension bridge in Asia, the Chicham Bridge.Next, venture to the iconic villages of Spiti, including Hikkim, home to the World's Highest Post Office, Komik, recognized as the highest village in the world accessible by a motorable road, and Langza, famous for its sacred Buddha Statue.
• Overnight stay in Kaza.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

• Begin your day by rising early in the morning and enjoying a hearty breakfast before bidding farewell to the campsite.
• Embark on your journey towards the enchanting Chandra Taal Lake. Along the way, make a refreshing pit stop at Losar, the final village of Spiti Valley, to grab some snacks.
• Arrive at Chandra Taal by evening and settle into your cozy camps. Indulge in a Delicious dinner and spend the night in tents, marveling at the spectacular sight of countless stars and the Breathtaking Milky Way Galaxy Overhead. 
• Overnight stay in Chandratal/Chatru.
• Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

• Wake up early morning & after breakfast depart for Manali.
• Reach Manali by evening.
• Manali self-exploration Places to visit- Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali street, Mall Road.
• Depart for Delhi by evening. Reach Delhi the Next Morning. 
• Meals: Breakfast

• Reach Delhi by 10 AM, Take the next train to your Hometown.

• Arrive at your Hometown.

Things to carry :

Mandatory Documents

• Medical Certificate
• Govt id card with name and address
• Self-declared form

Bags

• Backpack (40-60 liters)

Footwear

• Trekking shoes: No sports shoes. The shoes need to
• have soles with good grip and ankle support.
• Socks (3 pairs): 2 pairs of cotton (for trekking) + 1 pair of woolen pair
• (used only for sleeping)Sandals/Slippers for walking
• around

Clothes

• Trek pants (2) including the one you are wearing.
• Collared t-shirts (3 including the one you are wearing)
• Preferably light, full sleeve t-shirts.
• Thick jacket: Carry 1 hollow full sleeve windproof
• jacket/down jacket.
• Thermal inners: 1 pair of lightweight, upper and lower
• (optional)

Accessories

• Raincoat/poncho: (Mandatory as it can rain anytime in
• the mountains)
• Woolen cap/ Balaclava: (Must protect ears)Hand gloves:
• (Ensure that the gloves are warm and waterproof.)
• Sunglasses: Any dark color but blue. Sunglasses prevent
• snow blindness. Sunglasses are mandatory for this trek.

Other Toiletries

• (Sunscreen - SPF 40+, moisturizer, light towel, lip balm/chapstick, small soap, toilet paper, wet tissue)
• Headlamp/LED torch(Mandatory)
• Camera: Carry all accessories - spare batteries, charger, etc.
• Water bottles: 2 bottles, 1 Litre each.
• Trekking pole: Trekking pole is mandatory. You can also
• rent wooden stick from Gaurikund.
• Plastic covers: While packing, use plastic bags to
• compartmentalize things and carry a few extra plastics
• bags for wet clothes.

Personal Medical Kit

• Mandatory. All these things need to go into one
• backpack. So make sure they are all light and you carry as less as possible.

Important Travel Information - Train Ticket Booking with Trekhievers:

1. Ticket Booking Process:

• Certified Agents: Trekhievers uses IRCTC-certified agents to book train tickets.

• AI-Based Tools: We employ AI-based tools like ConfirmTicket to predict the probability of your ticket being confirmed.

• Booking Strategy: Tickets are booked based on maximum confirmation probability, depending on the remaining days until departure.

2. Confirmation Disclaimer:

• No Guarantee: The tool does not guarantee 100% confirmation for waitlisted and RAC (Reservation Against Cancellation) tickets.

• Limited Control: Trekhievers does not control ticket confirmations; it is managed by IRCTC, a government body.

• RAC Tickets: There is a possibility of receiving a RAC (half-seat) ticket instead of a confirmed seat. Trekhievers is not responsible for the lack of confirmed tickets.

3. Train Cancellations and Route Changes:

• Responsibility: If a train is cancelled or the route changes, Trekhievers will not be held responsible.

• Alternate Solutions: Alternative solutions will be provided at an additional cost.

4. Booking Recommendations:

• Advance Booking: To increase the likelihood of getting a confirmed seat, book your trip at least 20 days in advance.

• Seasonal Availability: Seat availability varies by season. Peak festive and tourist seasons may reduce the chances of getting confirmed seats due to limited train options.

5. Alternate Train Options:

• Agent Assistance: Our agents may contact you with alternate train options that have higher confirmation probabilities. These alternatives may involve a fare difference, which you will need to cover if you choose to upgrade.

• Predictability Tool Limitations: Occasionally, our predictability tool may fail, resulting in an RAC seat upon chart preparation. Trekhievers is not responsible for providing full seats or issuing refunds in such cases.

6. Premium Trains:

• Higher Fares: Premium trains like Rajdhani and Duronto have fares approximately 50% higher than regular trains.

• Higher Confirmation Rates: These trains offer the highest probability of ticket confirmation and are recommended for a better travel experience.

7. Mid-Trip Changes:

• Flight Options: If you decide to switch to flight travel during your trip, notify us at least 36 hours in advance for a hassle-free cancellation of train tickets.

• Cancellation Policy: Last-minute cancellations are not always possible due to fixed agent schedules and other factors.

Note: Please understand that Trekhievers strives to provide the best travel experience but has limitations when dealing with government-operated transport services.

Payment Details :

UPI ID: 7387523876@pthdfc

Net Banking:

• Name - Nitin Yadav
  Bank Name - HDFC BANK
  ACC No - 50100220035954
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Please send a screenshot of the payment on  8149796729 for confirmation, we will then share a form for the final booking procedure.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

NO REFUND SHALL BE MADE WITH RESPECT TO THE INITIAL BOOKING AMOUNT FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS. HOWEVER IF FULL PAYMENT HAS BEEN MADE THEN,

• If cancellations are made 30 days before the trip's start date, 50% of the trip cost will be refunded within 5-7 working days.
• If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the trip's start date, 25% of the trip cost will be refunded within 5-7 working days.
• If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the trip's start date, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees. No refund will be processed.
• In the case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be canceled and in such cases, the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However, no refund will be provided for the same.
• No show No Refund.
• Event Tickets cannot be transferred to another date against cancellation.
• Event Tickets can be transferred to another person against cancellation.
• If we cancel the TRIP, only the TRIP AMOUNT will be refunded.

Trekhievers Policy:

• A complete schedule of the trek will be given to the registered participants 12 Hours prior on WhatsApp.
• Organizers have all the right to modify or change the schedule in case of any unavoidable circumstance.
• The tour is weather-based and depends on the weather conditions. There may be last-minute cancellations if weather conditions deteriorate.