This new year's, escape the mundane to lose yourself in the heart of Himalayas amidst snowy mountains, rustic cultures, grass fields and meadows. Experience a home away from your home in these quaint villages just a few hours away from Delhi to enjoy the natural serenity and grandeur of Himalayas.
If you are looking for an adventure filled new year's, then that's it! Trek to Rajgundha to celebrate your new year under clear skies, stars with snow and bonfire. A small, beautiful and an unexplored valley, this place offer a many treks in the lap of snow-capped mountains of Dhauladhars and is just a perfect valley to experience snow.
How to reach: Delhi- Chandigarh-Bir-Billing-Barot (Trek from Barot to Rajgundha takes 2-3hrs)
Where to stay: Experience camping at Villager's camp, stay at zostel in Barot or Hipostel in Rajgundha
Known as the Switzerland of India, Sangla valley lies in Baspa valley in the kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh near the Indo-Tibetan border.
Surrounded by both sierran and streaming beauty, Sangla surely have a many magnificent sights to behold for a lifetime. Live like a local, if you are here. Enjoy nature walks across the valley with Baspa river flowing along, stroll to lower rustic parts, meadows, grasslands and apple orchids, visit the Rakchham-chitkul wild life sanctuary, kumru fort and drive to the last inhabited village of India-Chitkul, before Indo-tibetan border.
How to reach: Delhi- Chandigarh- Shimla- Narkanda- Rampur- Karcham- Sangla
Where to stay: Kinner retreat hotel & resort, Zostel homes, The Wanderer’s Nest, Samaa Resorts, Chitkul Heights
Not many have heard of this old Himalayan village in Sainj valley. Shangarh is one scenic village at the buffer zone of the Great Himalayan National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site. The village is a perfect getaway for being in a silently beautiful valley away from the hustle bustle of major hill stations. Other than its meadows, grasslands and apple orchids, hikes and treks are a major attraction here.
If you are someone who loves to experience Himalayan charm, adventure and solitude, then pack your bags for Shangarh in Himachal Pradesh.
How to reach: Delhi- Chandigarh-Bilaspur- Mandi- Aut Tunnel- Larji -Sainj- Shangarh
Where to stay: Stay at zostel in Shangarh, treestays, The hidden wonderland homestay & Camping
If you are looking to get a quaint break to soothe your soul, then Tirthan valley is one perfect destination! Stay at Guishani or Jibhi and walk on the beautiful nature trails here, amidst pine and cedars covered with snow. Stay in a tree house and, sip some coffee, read a book, soak some vitamin D, maybe get your hands on some local beverage to keep yourself extra warm and try the local dishes made with love.
How to reach: Delhi- Chandigarh- Banjar- Jibhi/Guishani
Where to stay:
Jibhi: Hostalgic, Whispering pines cottages
Guishani: Sachin homestay, Tirthan Jibhi Camp, The whispering woods
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