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Overview
About this package
Five days through the Parvati Valley's backpacker circuit — Kasol's Israeli-café riverside strip, the wooden-temple village of Malana with its own ancient governance system, and a day hike to the hot springs of Kheerganga through pine and rhododendron forest. Budget-friendly and unhurried, built for travellers who like their mountains a little offbeat.
Kheerganga Hot Springs TrekMalana Village VisitParvati River Café StripManikaran GurudwaraPine & Rhododendron Forest Trail
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Who this trip is built for
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Practical details for the destinations on this trip, straight from our destination guides.
Itinerary
Day by day
Every trip is adjusted around your dates, pace, hotel style, and traveler profile.
1
Day 1
Arrive Kasol
Check into a riverside guesthouse, evening walk along the Parvati River past Kasol's café strip.
2
Day 2
Malana Village
Day trip to Malana, one of India's oldest democracies with its own distinct customs and language, return to Kasol by evening.
3
Day 3
Trek to Kheerganga
Moderate day trek through pine and rhododendron forest to the hot springs at Kheerganga, overnight camping at the top.
4
Day 4
Kheerganga Sunrise & Descend
Sunrise dip in the hot springs, trek back down to Kasol by afternoon, evening at leisure.
5
Day 5
Manikaran & Departure
Morning visit to the hot springs and gurudwara at Manikaran, transfer to Bhuntar airport.
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Kasol & Parvati Valley Backpacker Trail, in frame
What's covered
Inclusions & exclusions
Included
- 4 nights (3 guesthouse + 1 camp)
- Local transport for excursions
- Daily breakfast
- Kheerganga trek guide
- Manikaran excursion
Not Included
- Transport to/from Bhuntar
- Lunch & dinner
- Personal trekking gear
- Personal expenses
Best Time to Travel
March – June, September – November
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kasol & Parvati Valley Backpacker Trail trip?
5 days, 4 nights.
When is the best time to go on the Kasol & Parvati Valley Backpacker Trail trip?
March – June, September – November
What's included in the Kasol & Parvati Valley Backpacker Trail package?
4 nights (3 guesthouse + 1 camp); Local transport for excursions; Daily breakfast; Kheerganga trek guide; Manikaran excursion
What's not included in the Kasol & Parvati Valley Backpacker Trail package?
Transport to/from Bhuntar; Lunch & dinner; Personal trekking gear; Personal expenses
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