Himachal Winterland

Upcoming Batches
● 2026 Batches :  02 Oct | 17 Oct 07 Nov | 21 Nov 05 Dec | 12 Dec
● 2027 Batches : 02 Jan | 16 Jan 06 Feb | 20 Feb
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Trip Itinerary

DAY 1 : THE MOUNTAIN ESCAPE - DELHI TO MANALI (OVERNIGHT VOLVO)
● Report at the designated departure hub in Delhi (Majnu Ka Tila / Kashmere Gate ISBT) by evening.
● Meet the MADCrew Leaders and the rest of the Crew.
● Board your luxury AC Semi-Sleeper Volvo bus for an overnight journey into the mountain ranges of Himachal Pradesh.
● Settle into comfortable reclining seats and kick off the road trip vibes.
● Overnight : AC Volvo Bus

HIGHLIGHTS : Smooth overnight transit, meeting your legendary crew, squad icebreakers, and escaping the city hustle for the mountains.
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DAY 2 : ARRIVAL & OLD MANALI VIBES - MANALI ARRIVAL & LOCAL SIGHTSEEING
● Arrive in Manali in the morning, and transfer to your hotel.
● Check-in, freshen up, and take in the quaint views from your balcony.
● Head out for an afternoon exploration of Manali’s cultural landmarks: visit the historic 16th-century wooden Hadimba Devi Temple amidst towering cedar forests and the natural hot sulphur springs of Vashisht Village.
● Strol through the buzzing Mall Road and cross over to Old Manali to explore its bohemian cafes, live acoustic music spots, and riverside lounges.
● Return to the hotel for a group dinner and briefing for the days ahead.
● Overnight stay : Manali

VIBE CHECK : Pine forests, ancient wooden shrines, quirky Old Manali cafes, and cozy mountain dining.
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DAY 3 : SNOW THRILLS & GLACIER VIEWS - MANALI TO SOLANG VALLEY
● Fuel up with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.
● Drive up toward Solang Valey, Himachal’s winter adventure playground.
● Spend the day indulging in adrenaline-pumping activities: zorbing, quad biking, tube sliding, and paragliding against snow-blanketed slopes (subject to weather).
● Take the scenic Solang ropeway/cable car to high-altitude vantage points for sweeping vistas of the Pir Panjal range.
● Head back to Manali by late afternoon, unwind by the hotel, and enjoy an evening at leisure with the crew.
● Overnight stay : Manali

HIGHLIGHTS : High-torque mountain drives, snow adventure sports, panoramic cable car views, and squad hangouts.
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DAY 4 : PARVATI VALLEY TRAILS & SACRED SPRINGS - MANALI TO KASOL VIA MANIKARAN
● Enjoy an early morning breakfast and check out from Manali.
● Drive down along the Beas and Parvati river valeys toward the iconic backpacker hub of Kasol.
● Continue to the sacred town of Manikaran; explore the historic Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and dip into the natural, healing geothermal hot springs.
● Check into your riverside hotel in Kasol and refresh.
● Spend the evening cafe-hopping through Kasol’s famous food joints, exploring local markets, and gathering around a riverside bonfire.
● Overnight stay : Kasol

VIBE CHECK : Roaring Parvati riverbeds, thermal hot springs, vibrant flea markets, and trance/indie cafe playlists.
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DAY 5 : RUSTIC HAMLETS & HIDDEN VILLAGES - KASOL TO JIBHI VIA JHIRI VILLAGE
● Start the day with a relaxed breakfast overlooking the pines.
● Check out and embark on a scenic offbeat drive toward the secluded Tirthan-Banjar Valley.
● En route, stop at the picturesque Jhiri Village for local tea and stunning riverside landscape photography.
● Reach the fairytale hamlet of Jibhi, renowned for its traditional stone-and-timber Himachali architecture.
● Check into your cozy hotel and take an evening nature walk through lush pine trails to the multi-tiered Jibhi Waterfall.
● Savor a warm, authentic Himachali dinner with the crew under a star-studded sky.
● Overnight stay : Jibhi

HIGHLIGHTS : Offbeat valley drives, traditional wooden architecture, serene wooden bridges, and hidden forest waterfalls.
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DAY 6 : HIGH-ALTITUDE SUMMIT & SACRED LAKE TREK - JALORI PASS & SEROLSAR LAKE (OVERNIGHT VOLVO)
● Fuel up with an early morning breakfast and check out from Jibhi.
● Drive up through sharp switchbacks to Jalori Pass (10,800 ft), one of the most dramatic motorable passes in the lower Himalayas.
● Embark on a guided 5 km alpine forest trek through dense oak and rhododendron canopies to the sacred Serolsar Lake, dedicated to the guardian deity Buddhi Nagin.
● Trek back to Jalori Pass, soak in 360-degree views of the Great Himalayan National Park peaks, and descend toward Aut.
● Board the return overnight AC Volvo bus from Aut to Delhi in the evening.
● Overnight : AC Volvo Bus

VIBE CHECK : 10,800-ft mountain pass winds, snowy oak forest trails, sacred high-altitude waters, and celebration with the squad.
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DAY 7 : HOMEWARD BOUND - DELHI ARRIVAL
● Early morning arrival at Delhi (ISBT / Majnu Ka Tila).
● Tour concludes with epic squad memories, loaded photo galeries, and lifelong friendships.
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Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
● 4 Nights Accommodationin hotels: 2 Nights in Manali, 1 Night in Kasol, 1 Night in Jibhi
● Round-trip AC Semi-Sleeper Volvo bus (Delhi – Manali & Aut – Delhi)
● 4 Breakfasts & 4 Dinners at all accommodations
● Dedicated private vehicle Tempo Traveler for al local transfers, inter-city drives, and sightseeing as per itinerary
● Guided trek to Serolsar Lake via Jalori Pass with an experienced local guide
● Bonfire evening session (subject to weather conditions)
● Dedicated MADCrew Trip Captain & on-ground coordinator throughout the journey
● Al tol taxes, fuel costs, state road permits, parking fees, and driver allowances

Exclusions
● Any airfare or train tickets to/from Delhi
● Lunches, mid-day snacks, mineral water, and personal food/beverage orders not specified in inclusions
● Adventure activity charges at Solang Valey (sking, tube rides, paragliding, snowmobiles)
● Any 4x4 snow chain vehicle charges required in case of heavy unseasonal snowfall on high passes
● Personal room heating charges (blowers/radiators payable directly if opted)
● 5% GST (as applicable)
● Personal expenses (laundry, tips, phone calls, luggage portage)
● Travel and medical insurance