WEEKEND GETAWAYS FROM DELHI

Every once in a while, one requires a quick

getaway without the hassle of planning the

logistics involved in a long trip. These

getaways help in getting away from the

mundane and get refreshed and rejuvenated.

So we have 2 day, 3 day and 4 day trips

meant especially for such weekend getaways

from the city.

Nag Tibba

Duration: 2 days (3 days for a more relaxed trip) 

Starting Point: Dehradun, Uttarakhand 

About: One of the easiest treks in the Himalayas which takes

you above 3,000 meters. The trek to Nag Tibba is around 13

km and starts from Devalsari going through dense

mountainous forests rich in flora and fauna and offers a

breathtaking view of the Himalayas.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Dehradun to Devalsari via Mussoorie and trek to Nag

Tibba. Overnight camp.

Day 2: Descend to Pantwari, then from Pantwari drive down to

Dehradun.

 

Triund Trek

Duration: 2/3 days

Starting Point: Dharamshala 

About: Located 18 km from Dharamshala, Triund is a short

and easy grade trek with well defined trails and provides

breathtaking view of snow covered peaks of Dhauladhar on

one side and of Kangra Valley on the other. The ascent is

about 1100 meters and goes through scenic Rhododendron

and Oak forest. 

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Trek from McLeodganj to Triund. Overnight camp there.

Day 2: Trek from Triund to Lahesh caves and back to

Dharamshala via McLeodganj.

Lamadug- Khanpari Trail

Duration: 3 days 

Starting point: Manali, Himachal Pradesh 

About: This is an easy trek to Lamadug meadows above Manali

and is perfect for the beginners and first timers. Lamadug

meadow is around 6 km walk from Manali and Khanpari is another

5 km from Lamadug. During the trek, one can witness the snow

covered Himalayan peaks -Dhauladar and Pir Panjal Mountain

range and also the Kullu valley in their full splendor as we pass

through the mixed forest of Cedar, Walnut, Chestnut and Maple.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Trek from Manali to Lama Dug meadows

Day 2: Lama Dug meadows to Khanpari Tibba and back to Lama

Dug

Day 3: Enjoy the views of Lama Dug meadows till lunch and then

hike back downhill to Manali.

Tirthan Valley (Cycling)

Duration: 3 days 

Starting point: Manali, Himachal Pradesh 

About:The name of the valley is derived from the Tirthan river

beside which the valley is situated. This is a place where one can

completely forget the rest of the world and dive in to the nature

One can experience the cool mountain breeze against the face,

the fresh fragrance of the forests and eye soothing greens of the

trees & the blues of the skies. 

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrive at Tirthan Valley from Manali.

Day 2: Drive up to the Jalori pass, then ride downhill to Bhuntar.

Drive to Manali.

Day 3: Ride to Naggar village. Then drive back to Manali.

Chakrata

Duration: 3 days 

Starting Point: Dehradun, Uttarakhand 

About: Located in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand between

the banks of river Yamuna and Tons, Chakrata is a quiet and

picturesque hill station

From Chakrata, one can take an easy trek of about 5 km to the

Tiger Falls which at 95 meters is one of the highest waterfalls in

India. Trekkers can even have a bath under the falls which collects

into a small pond below it. The area is not common with tourists

and provides calm and peaceful getaway.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Drive from Dehradun to Chakrata, hike to Tiger falls. Night

at Chakrata campsite.

Day 2: Explore Chakrata on Mountain bikes. Visit Kimona Falls.

Day 3: Drive back to Dehradun

Beas Kund

Duration: 3 days 

Starting Point: Manali, Himachal Pradesh 

About: Beas Kund trek is one of the most beautiful and

popular treks in Manali region. It is believed that Rishi Vyas

used to take his daily bath here, hence it is regarded as sacred

by the Hindus. Beas River originates from here. Beas Kund is

17 km from Manali. The trek has an overnight camp at

Bakarthach.

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Drive from Manali - Solang - Dhundi, then trek to

Bakerthach. Camp for the night.

Day 2: Trek to Beas Kund and back to Bakerthach.

Day 3: Trek from Bakerthach to Solang, drive back to Manali.

Bhrigu Lake

Duration: 3 days 

Starting Point: Manali, Himachal Pradesh 

About: The trek gives a panoramic view of Manali valley. It is said

that Rishi Bhrigu used to meditate by this lake. One can witness

the famous Himalayan peaks of Indrasan, Deo Tibba, Hanuman

Tibba, Makerbeh, Shikarbeh, Shitidhar, Friendship Peak, Khanpari

and Ladakhi from here. This is trek will provide many spectacular

views and is excellent for photography. 

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Drive from Manali to Gulaba Meadows, then trek to Bhrigu

Lake. Overnight camp.

Day 2: Relax wander around Bhrigu Lake and enjoy the

tranquility. Overnight Camp.

Day 3: Trek from Bhrigu Lake to Vashisht Village and then to

Manali.

Hamta Cirle Trek

Duration: 4 days 

Starting Point: Manali, Himachal Pradesh 

About: The trek starts from Jagatsukh village close to Manali with

a climb through a dense forest. Above the tree line are the lush

green meadows which have sparkling water streams running

through them accompanied by spectacular views of the entire

Kullu valley. One can walk across one of such streams, the water

of which feels therapeutic on your legs.  

Brief Itinerary:Day 1: Short drive from Manali to Jagatsukh

village, followed by a trek to a meadow area just above the

village. Overnight camp.

Day 2: From Jamri to Jogidug. Overnight camp.

Day 3: From Jogidug descend to the Jobri campsite.

Day 4: From Jobri to Aleo village, drive back to Manal.

Kareri Lake

Duration: 4 days 

Starting Point: Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh 

About: This beautiful trek is again an easy short trek which can

be done by beginners/ trekking/ adventure enthusiasts. The lake

is at an altitude of about 3,300 meters and is fed by melting snow

of the Dhauladhar peaks. It lies about 9kms North West of

Dharamshala.

As the lake is shallow and its water source is fresh melting snow,

the river bed is usually visible, so you can get those stunning

mountain reflection pictures by the lake.

Brief Itinerary:Day 1: Dharamshala to Kareri Village via Mcleodganj Day 2: Trek from Kareri village to Kareri Lake. Day 3: Trek back to Kareri village.Day 4: Back to Dharamshala.

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