UNSEEN HIMACHAL

We start early for our drive towards Chamba – The land of Kailash Mountain and Lord Shiva, is famous for its untouched natural beauty. After reaching Chamba by evening, Check in at our beautiful and cozy homestay. This homestay is a typical himalayan vintage wooden house. It is set on a hill-slope next to a river. Relax at the property. Overnight stay at Chamba (Meals included – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

On this day we drive to Chamba town. Surrounded by verdant mountains and alpine pastures, this quaint town is a secluded and unspoilt tourist stopover. Enroute we stop at Laxmi Narayan Temple – Constructed by Raja Sahil Varman, believed to be the founder of modern Chamba in 920 AD, the Laxmi Narayan Temple is the main shrine in the town that has a group of six temples. Legend has it that the idol of Lord Vishnu at this temple has been made of a rare marble that was brought here from the Vindhyachal Mountains. By evening we reach back to our homestay. Overnight stay at Chamba (Meals included – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

After breakfast start the drive to our next homestay – This cottage, built in traditional form, is at the peak of a mountain on a pasture surrounded by spruce, cedar and rhododendron trees in the village of Rulpuli (about 7545 feet) which takes 1.5 hours drive through mountain roads. At the drop off point known as Agahar; a gentle 1 hr walk through dense forest of Devdar trees, terraced fields and tribal Goddi & Gujjar shepherd villages leads to this paradise giving us spectacular 360-degree view of the Dhauladar ranges and snow capped mountains of the Pir-Panjal ranges of Western Himalayas. Later in the day we can explore homestay-based activities like visit short country walk; nearby village walks or take nature trails (These activities depends on weather, time and availability). Overnight stay at Agahar (Meals included – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

Today we leave early and start our drive towards Dharamshala. This town lies in the foothills of the impressive snow-capped Dhauladhar mountain range.We stay next to the Norbulingka Institute – The keeper of culture and tradition of the region. It is a unique, self-sustaining institute that has been maintaining traditions for generations. One can get a firsthand experience of Tibetan art here that is produced using methods that have been practised and passed down for many centuries. Exploring the beautiful campus can be an occupying activity. Our place of stay, is surrounded by the lush gardens and flowing streams of the Norbulingka grounds. Each room is themed according to a different animal from Tibetan mythology and is a showcase of the work of Norbulingka artists, as all the furniture and original paintings were lovingly hand crafted and painted in Norbulingka workshops. This guesthouse is the perfect place to spend a relaxing holiday, in a setting so peaceful you will feel you have stepped into paradise as it offers guests all the modern comforts in a setting of traditional Tibetan charm. Overnight stay at Norling House(Meals included – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner).

Today we leave early and start our drive towards Fulari Dhar. While on our way to Fulari Dhar we visit Baijnath Temple.It is a highly popular dedicated to Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath, ‘the Lord of physicians’ By evening, we reach at Colonel’s Barot Highland Retreat – A modest weekend destination filled with all the necessary amenities in a remote mountain stay. Located in the field on the mountain top, it offers spectacular views both east and west. Overnight stay at Barot Highland.

After breakfast , we leave to see the Prashar Lake* – The whole setting of sloppy meadows, dense forest and the panoramic view of snow clad ranges of Dhauladhar at The “Prashar Lake” makes it picture perfect. Its crystal clear water adds to the charm of this scenic spot. OR We go to Barot – Considered to be a diamond among the rough terrains, Barot Valley was initially developed for a hydel project over the Uhl river that has now become a rising tourist spot for travellers who have a longing for mountains. We come back to Fulari Dhar by evening and rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight stay at Barot Highland (Meals included – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) *Visit to Prashar Lake heavily depends on weather and road conditions.

We leave with Fulari Dhar with memories and start early on this day to reach Amritsar by evening to
catch flight for our hometown