Overview
Himanchal Pradesh located on the foothill of Himalaya, Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, and valleys covered by a blanket of the lush green cedar and deodar trees, baffle the tourists with their picturesque views. It is one of the most popular tourist destination. Apart of scenic beauty, Himachal is also known for snow based adventure sports. If you love snow and want to explore the offbeat destinations of Himachal Pradesh, which are the renowned as adventure sports, popularly known as for skiing. ‘Amazing Himachal Skiing Tour’, is well designed itinerary which offers some of the best options of skiing in the region, where the cold Himalayas stand majestically, you will surly feel the trilling and memorable experience.
Itinerary
Day 1: Manali Sightseeing
Arrive at Manali you meet and greet by our representative. After welcome, Proceed to Hotel. Shimla - the land of pine scented hills, beautiful peaks, crisp winter skies, fragrant cedar forests, romantic mists and golden hillsides. Check into your hotel. Relax sometime in the hotel, later in the day proceed to visit Nicholas Reorich Art Galleryand, Naggar castle, the Urusvati Himalayan Folk Art Museum. After the visit return to the hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 2: Manali – Solang Valley (By Road-14 Kilometres)
After breakfast, proceed to Solang valley. It has the great potential to become a great ski destination in time, Start with the basic ski lessons down the alpine slopes of Solang valley. Post lunch, trek to Phatru ridge and ski down from its North facing slope. The terrain is open at the top but skiing down is through the forest of oak and walnut. Return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 3: Solang valley – Patalsu Peak (4472m) – Manali
After breakfast, proceed towards Patalsu Peak through the Solang village, start the trek passing through the lush green tree line. It will take 6 to 7 hours to reach Patalsu Peak. Start skiing down from the Patalsu Peak before 12 noon considering it to South facing slope. It is hard to reach the top but still it is possible to achieve 1000 verticals.
Later proceed to Vashisht village, just outside Manali, across the river Beas, known for its hot Sulphur springs whose water is said to have curative properties and Manu temple. Evening is free at leisure or explore the nearby places at your own.
Overnight in Manali.
Day 4 – 5: Gulaba Sightseeing
After breakfast, drive to Kothi and trek to Gulaba. It is a picturesque location known for Himachal’s flora and fauna, it is a small station located on the way to Rohtang Pass from Manali. The natural location and topography of the place offers paragliding and other major adventure sports activity. It is surrounded by the massive alpine meadows which horizontally spread over from 10 to 15 kilometers. The place is also known as a ski destinations. Enjoy the breath taking view of the Himalayan ranges extending from Rohtang Pass. The magnificent slope provides the ski runs of 5 to 7 Kilometers, enjoy skiing from the 1800 till 2500 meters. Overnight stay at camp for day 4 and 5.
Day 6: Sethan Village
In the morning after breakfast, proceed for trekking to Sethan village. The total duration will take 4 to 5 hours. On arrival in Sethan village, check-in at the hotel. After relaxing for a while ski around the village. Return to the hotel in the late evening.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 7-8: Sethan Village
Post breakfast, trek over the tree line and boast yourself with ski around the marvelous alpine meadows. Just walk around 3 to 4 hours to reach the slope, it varies between 25 to 40 degrees. Enjoy the fascinating surroundings which offers stunning views. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 9: Sethan Village -Manali (By Road-16 Kilometres)
After breakfast and complete the check-out formalities and transfer to Manali. We hope you have enjoyed your trip and look forward to organizing your next tour with us.