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Holi is celebrated all over Himachal Pradesh, but not the way it is in Sangla. Sangla is a small village in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Being a magical land that has everything our heart could ever want, from the snow-capped mountains to the picturesque views, and much more! It is a land of myriad cultures and traditions as well. One such tradition is the Holi festival, a colourful celebration of fertility, colours, love and victory of good over evil. Holi in Sangla is a way of inviting blessings and announcing the arrival of spring. While summer hues weave over this town’s cloudless skies, the bright colours of Holi are colouring mountains red and grass pink. They have some unique, mind-blasting traditions which include lots of booze, dancing, along with nautanki (drama) and this is the perfect getaway from the hustle of swarming cities.

Itinerary

  • Overnight Journey to Kotgarh

    Arrive at Kotgarh

    After your overnight volvo journey reach Shimla around 6:30am. We board a private Tempo traveller and leave for Kotgarh (Breakfast on the way around 8:30am). The drive will take you though dense forests, apple and cherry orchards all covered in snow. The town of Narkanda falls on the way. Reach homestay by afternoon. Check into your room, rest a while and get fresh. In the evening we we will take a walk though a hundred years old heritage. The trial will take us through villages, apple orchards and dense forests. We will also visit the Kotgarh church. You have to find what sparks a light in you so that you in your own way can illuminate the world like stars while you enjoy the warmth in bonfire

  • Driver by Sutlej River

    After breakfast, leave for Sangla Valley. The road follows the Satlej river into the Baspa valley. Reach the village of Rackchum in the afternoon. Night stay and dinner at the hotel at Ruckcham

  • Holi Festival Rakcham

    Get up to a wonderful morning at Rakcham. Rakcham is located at an altitude of 2900 metres in the centre of the Baspa valley. The place is on the banks of the beautiful Baspa river with snow capped mountains in the background. The area is surrounded by a lush green forest of Deodar trees. Today we will visit the traditional Holi festival at  Sangla. In the evening return to Rakcham.

  • Chitkul Visit

    After breakfast , we will leave for Village Chitkul, which is one of the last inhabited villages on the Indo Tibetan border. After spending some time walking by the river, we will return to Rakcham. In the evening we will go for the final traditional dance at the Faag festival at Sangla. In the evening we will return to Rakcham

  • Sarahan Temple Visit

    Depart for Kotgarh. If we have ample time, we can visit the temple at Sarahan on the way back. The route to Sarahan is a 40 Kms detour from the route e will be taking to Kotgarh, so it depends on the time. Evening stay at Kotgarh.

  • Beautiful Drive/Bid adieu

    Get up to yet an another lovely morning and if you are lucky you might experience your first snowfall. We will go for a morning walk with Alsa (Dog) to a clearing amidst a forest and apple orchards. We can spend some time here watching the picturesque view from here. Return to the homestay, pack your stuff and leave for Shimla. Watch the setting sun from a cafe in famous mall road. Late evening Volvo back to Delhi.  Reach ISBT Delhi in morning. Give us a hug and say goodbye 😉

Inclusions

  • HRTC Volvo (Delhi - Delhi)
  • Room sharing on twin basis
  • One tour leader from team Jugni
  • All breakfast and dinners

Exclusions

  • Dinner in Shimla (on last day)
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions.

Additional Information

  • Prescribed Medicines
  • Currency in Cash (Network might not be great & ATMs generally are not working)
  • Original I'd Proof (Aadhar card / Voter I'd card / Passport / Driving Licence)

Trip Highlights

  • Bering Nag Temple
  • Beautiful Mountain Views
  • Few British Era Buildings
  • A super Cute Dog
  • Holi celebration in a cultural festival
  • Chitkul - Last village on Indo Tibet border
  • Tradition and culture of Kinnaur
  • Dish called Totu made specially on Holi
  • Special wine called Phasur
  • Apple Trees

CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event of cancellation of tour / travel services due to any avoidable / unavoidable reason/s we must be notified of the same in writing. Cancellation charges will be effective from the date we receive advice in writing, and cancellation charges would be as follows:

  • Booking amount & Tickets: (Non Refundable)
  • 60 days prior to arrival: 50% of the Tour / service cost will be deducted
  • 45 days prior to arrival: 70% of the Tour / service cost will be deducted
  • 30 days prior to arrival: No Refund

DISCLAIMER

Please be aware that during your participation in vacations operated by Jugni, certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control, including but not limited to: the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft, or other means of transportation; forces of nature; political unrest; acts of lawlessness or terrorism; and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. Jugni will not have liability regarding provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. While Jugni will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken, by agreeing to participate in a vacation and/or optional excursions you agree that you will hold Jugni harmless regarding any provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care rendered. Jugni is not responsible for such risks and dangers that may arise beyond our control. Payment of your deposit indicates you accept these risks and dangers and agree to hold Jugni harmless for the same.

SAFETY

Please be aware that during your participation in vacations operated by Jugni, certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control, including but not limited to: the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft, or other means of transportation; forces of nature; political unrest; acts of lawlessness or terrorism; and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. Jugni will not have liability regarding provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. While Jugni will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken, by agreeing to participate in a vacation and/or optional excursions you agree that you will hold Jugni harmless regarding any provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care rendered. Jugni is not responsible for such risks and dangers that may arise beyond our control. Payment of your deposit indicates you accept these risks and dangers and agree to hold Jugni harmless for the same.