Sach Pass and Bharmour- A heaven in Himachal- Each day a new experience

Sach Pass and Bharmour- A heaven in Himachal- Each day a new experience

Our USP is in the way we view USP. To us USP is not Unique Selling Proposition, to us USP is all about being a ‘Unique Service Provider’, because we believe traveling uniquely is true traveling.

EACH DAY A NEW EXPERIENCE A NEW HIMACHAL

ETU helps you transcend traditional boundaries and provides a travel experience that’s a perfect blend of rusticity, offbeat experience, urban Himachal, and unconventional activities that makes one a traveler, not a tourist.

ETU helps you transcend traditional boundaries and provides a travel experience that’s a perfect blend of rusticity, offbeat experience, urban Himachal, and unconventional activities that makes one a traveler, not a tourist.

Each Day a New Experience, a New Himachal

Irrespective of the number of days you spend in Himachal, your experience is going to be simply fantastic. The best part, ‘You can Always Customize your Himachal Trip to suit your taste’. Exploring Himalayas very own Himachal just can’t get any better!

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive in Pathankot- Local Places near Dalhousie, ETU Homestay- Bonfire-BBQ- Live Music/karaoke

Day 2: Dalhousie- Jot- Khajjiar

Day 3: Bharmour- Hike- temples- camping

Day 4: Hadsar- kugti- Hike- camping

Day 5: Chamba- Sachpass(glacier)

Day 6: SachPass – ETU homestay

Day 7: Riverside Himcahal-fishing, cooking, swimming

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 (Pick up in Pathankot/ Jammu/ Dharmshala)

The Rustic Himachal

A cab will pick up all the travelers and take you to ETUs homestay. The beauty of Himachal exists in its landscape and that’s comparable to none. On the way to our destination we will explore waterfalls, the mighty ever flowing rivers, gigantic dams, temples that are an architectural delight and the valleys that holds nature’s beauty in its purest form!

Start our trip with a visit to the renowned ‘Mukteshwar Temple’. This temple stands tall at the hill top and is a landmark around the city. Carved out of a hill during the time of Mahabharata, the temple and surrounding caves are an architectural delight. After spending some time here we will head towards Ranjit Sagar Dam. This dam is the largest hydroelectric dam in the state of Punjab/Himachal Pradesh.

Post visiting Ranjit Sagar Dam we will go to one of the most beautiful and unexplored places called ‘Anan Waterfall’. The temple is located right next to a gorgeous hundred feet high waterfall.

After reaching ETU, guests can take a rest, freshen up and order food according to your mood since ETU has its own Home grown restaurant - Anaj

ETU is set amidst picturesque location. The homestay is surrounded by jungle and close to ‘Hamachli Village’ will provide you an authentic Himachal experience.

ETU’s Homestay is different and meant for those who don’t just want to stay but Live Life Himachali Style!

 Huts inside the ETU’s Homestay!

 Rooms

 Multiple Tents for that Outdoor Experience!

 Several Camping Spots, because Mountains are the best place to camp!

 Dedicated Bonfire Place at multiple spots

At ETU Homestay we will organize several fun games, both indoor and outdoor, we will also cook some delicious meal in most primitive way! Yes, we will use wood as fuel and stove made up of clay. And yes, not to forget the clay utensils which adds distinct flavor to the food! Also, arrangements will be made for bonfire, delicious BBQ.

Day 2

The Lively Himachal

After breakfast we will head to Dalhousie and

On the way we will stop at Jot. You will be happy to know that the acclaimed Indian movie - 'Gadar' was shot in Jot!

Around noon we will reach Khajjiar which is a hill station 20 kms north of Dalhousie. It is also called as the mini Switzerland as it is located 6500 ft. above sea level and is surrounded by meadows, forests, and mountains. We will have lunch in Khajjiar and you can also indulge in the following activities:

✓ Boating

✓ Zorbing

✓ Paragliding

After Exploring Dalhousie our next adventurous destination is Bharmour

The drive to Bharmour is quite adventurous and you are bound to be mesmerized with the amazing panoramic view this route offers. Our night stop will be at a guest house in bharmour.

Bharmour- Set amidst the magnificent snow clad hills of Dhauladhar and Shivalik, Bharmour is regarded as the land of Shiva, a Hindu god. The place is blessed with virgin beauty untouched by masses. Bharmour tourism has grown significantly because of people's interest in ancient temples, wildlife sanctuaries, waterfalls and snow covered mountains. Bharmour is often referred as the land of Shiva because of belief that lord Shiva resides at manimahesh which is located in this area. Bharmour is popular for its natural beauty of snow covered mountains, for very old archaeological remains, primarily the temples and Manimahesh .

Day 3

The Rural Himachal

After an early morning breakfast we will head to Bharmani Mata temple for a trek . The trail leads you past the Churasi Mata mandir and through the gaddi villages, and apple orchards with snow peaks of Pir Panjal in the backdrop. The Temple is located at the top of the hill, surrounded by snow.

After the trek we will head to Hadsar. Hadsar is Hadsar, a picturesque spot from where the trek of 14km to Manimahesh Lake commences (not included- Different package for Manimahesh ).

Once we are in Hadsar we will visit Hadsar Waterfall. Hadsar waterfall is one of the biggest waterfalls in height.

In the evening we will visit or camping place in Kugti and enjoy the nigh with bonfire, BBQ and local cuisines.

Day 4:

Adventurous Himachal

After a hearty breakfast at the campsite we will head towards toward our next hike in Kugti. Kugti village happens to be the last inhabited village in the picturesque valley

Our trek will be till Kartikeya Mandir is also known as Keylong (also spelled as Kelang).

Swami Kartikeya Temple comes under Kugti wildlife sanctuary area hence visiting this temple gives you an immense satisfaction not only because of the temple but also because of the amazing ambience of green mountains, waterfalls and wild animals. In the evening we will head back to our camp sight

Day 5

The Exotic Himachal

After an early morning breakfast we will head North of Chamba. First stop will be at Chamera Dam.

Built up on the River Ravi, the Chamera dam is situated in the Chamba district making it one of the most important places to visit in Chamba. You can involve in various water sports like sailing, paddle boating, rowing, angling, motor boating and kayaking which are offered at the lake.

Next few hours of drive will be full of different scenic views and landscapes. Waterfall, mountains, Jungle, for reference there are a few pictures.

In the evening we will be staying at a camping site which is on top of a mountain and in the middle of a Jungle close to village Thissa. We will spend the night in tents (Option of Hotel as well) and enjoy bonfire with local food.

Day 6:

Adventurous Himachal

After a hearty breakfast at the campsite we will head towards our next destination - Sach Pass. A part of one of the oldest trade routes in Himachal Pradesh, Sach Pass is at an elevation of 4,500 meters and acts as a bridge between Pangi Valley and Chamba. Arguably Pangi valley is considered as one of the remotest region in Himachal Pradesh.

The pass is open only from June or early July to mid October. The panoramic view of the natural landscape - the valleys and the mountain peaks from the pass is a breathtaking sight. Sach Pass is a perfect getaway for nature lovers, photographers and adventure seekers.

What you will see?
• Snow walls on side of road 10 ft and above
• Frozen river
• A glacier at Satrundi
• A temple at the Saach Pass
• View from the top of the mountain in Saach Pas and Waterfalls

After Lunch we will head back to ETU homestay

We will finish the day with Bonfir, BBQ and Local Himachal food.

Day 7

The Riverside Himachal

This will be a very relaxing and a calming experience. You can enjoy many unconventional activities like Meditation, relax in the floating beds, calm rafting, and bathing in fresh water while our in-house cook prepares lip smacking delicacies!

Have you ever experienced full body mud pack? If not, you can definitely try it on this day. It’s not just refreshing but is also known to have certain therapeutic properties.

Also, have you ever taken a swim in river’s safe spots and what about fishing, as well as cooking the fish you caught by the river side?

When you are outside ETU’s Homestay you can do the following:

 Hike to places nearby, they are meant to be perfect for everyone and these won’t tire you much.

 Fish in the river as well as cook them by the riverside!

 Safely relax in river using water tubes.

 A perfect picnic by the river side including live cooking, camping, yoga, meditation, swimming, and some fun activities all day long!

 You can also request for an outdoor camping amidst nature.

Note

Let us know your requirement and we will provide you a Customized Experience that suits your needs.

Physical Level: While the tour itself is not very strenuous, please note that it can involve the following: somewhat long days, a good amount of walking, early morning wake-ups and other similarly challenging scenarios.

Subject to Change: Please keep in mind that the above itinerary and activities are subject to change. Travel sometimes involves unexpected situations so things might need to be re-arranged at times. However, it is important to remember that travel is all about the journey, and so even the unexpected situations we may face should be treated as part of the overall experience!

Accommodations: Prices are based on the sharing of rooms and single members of the group will typically be put together. While we do our best to secure as many rooms with separate beds as possible, sometimes two members of the group might have to share a large bed but that’s all part of the adventure and we guarantee we’ll have a blast anyway.

Pick Up and Drop off: Please note there are no individual pick up and drops. Your Airport/Railway station/Bus station transfers will be clubbed with other roamers travelling with you on this trip. This might result in some wait at the Airport/Railway station/Bus station while pickup and an early drop at the Airport/Railway station/Bus station while leaving. If you want an individual pickup, let us know and we will arrange a private taxi for you. Price for that will be on the actual basis and you can pay the amount directly to the driver.

Terms and conditions:

We will not be liable for any claims or expenses arising from circumstances beyond our control such as accidents, injuries, delayed or cancelled flights & acts or forces of nature. The participants will have to bear the charges of cancellation (if charged by the hotel & other suppliers) arising due to delayed or cancelled flights/trains & acts or forces of nature.

Cancellation policy:
• 75% of your booking amount will be refunded if you cancel your participation before 45 days of the tour date.
• 50% of your booking amount will be refunded if you cancel your participation before 30 days of the tour date.
• 25% of your booking amount will be refunded if you cancel your participation before 15 days of the tour date.

No refund afterwards.

Breakfast will be complimentary throughout the Journey.

Package Cost does not Include:
• Air ticket, train ticket, bus ticket or any other transportation fare.
• Entrance fees, Camera fees, Guide fees or any other fee levied by authority.
• Personal expenses including shopping, tipping, charges for availing additional facility at the hotel/cottage like laundry.
• Meals and drinks pricing apart from the ones mentioned above.
• Insurance charges, evacuation in case of mishaps.
• Pricing for additional activities like horse riding, complete list mentioned below.

Activities (To be paid separately, activity rates/pricing not part of package pricing)
• Hiking
• Camping
• Boating
• Horse Riding
• Zorbing
• Paragliding
• Yoga
• Meditation
• Swimming
• Cycling

About this Package:

 On all 3 days there will be different Terrain Sightseeing which will include Mountains, River, Forest, Jungle and Waterfall.

 24*7 Customer Support.

 Cottages and Hotels used during this trip will offer you a beautiful and memorable experience. They are located on different terrains. Being away from city you will be able to experience pristine nature perfectly.

We welcome you to Himachal Pradesh, the land of Himalayas, adventure and pristine nature!