ITINERARY
Day 1: Dalhousie to Khajjiar, 1,951m Distance
20-km. Either via Kalatop or direct through thick forests and
the wild life sanctuary.
Day 2: Khajjiar to Chamba, 9,96m, Distance
18-km. Descend and enjoy a good view of distant mountains and
Ravi valley down below.
Day 3: Chamba to Bharmour, the Base Camps
situated at 2,195m. Distance 64-km by bus via Rakh, Durghati and
other villages. Visit old temples and other buildings of old capital
of Chamba.
Day 4: Bharmour to Hadsar, 2,317m, Distance
13-km. The route is along different terra up and down through
forests.
Day 5: Hadsar to Kugti, 2,640m, Distance
14-km. The route is along the Budhil stream with many ups and
downs through green forests.
Day 6: Kugti to Duggi Caves, 3,354m, Distance
13-km. Amidst the green valley and panoramic view, Kartic temple
at Keling is worth a visit. Kailash peak is also visible from
here. Cave is sufficient for 15 persons.
Day 7: Duggi to Alyas, 3,660m, Distance
12-km is a tough route. At Kudi there is a big grassy plateau
and a stone hut.
Day 8: Alyas to Khardu, 3,550m, Distance
15-km. A steep ascent to Pass and then steep descent after the
Pass.
Day 9: Khardu to Shansha, 2,950m, Distance
14-km. A rough trek over stones and loose boulders. From here
either go to Keylong or return to Udaipur via Triloknath.
Day 10: Shansha to Keylong, 2,050m, Distance
7-hours journey by bus. Visit Kardang Monastery and meet the tribal
people.
Day 11: Keylong to Manali, 2,050m, Distance
7-hours journey by bus.
