Day 1: Nainital - Pathariya - Kilbury 

Early morning, you leave Nainital for Pathariya, your first camp perched at a height of 2200 m, which spectacular views of Nainital town. Overnight at Pathariya 

Day 2: Pathariya - Vinayak (14 km/ 9 hrs)

This day's trek takes you through one of the finest patches of cedar forest, crisscrossed by streams to the highest ridge of Vinayak (2600m), with stunning views of the Himalayas. Here is your best chance to find the elusive Serow and while you do so look out for signs of the Himalayan Black Bear. The trail from Pathariya leads up to the popular Naina/Cheena peak (2600 m), from where you trek further on a narrow trail along the ridge to Sigri (2350m), Guhugu Khan and Pangot. 

At Vinayak you stay in the beautiful forest bungalow or camp out in the compound of the nursery. Evenings are magical as the setting sun transforms the icy Himalayas across Vinayak into gold. Overnight at Vinayak campsite 

Day 3: Vinayak - Kunjkharak (16 km/ 5 hrs)

From Vinayak the main trail runs east along the ridge to Kunjkharak, your next campsite. Though this is a motorable track, chances of coming come across any vehicle are very slim. Barely a kilometer before Kunjkharak you get a magnificent 380 km broad view of the Himalayan range. A unique feature of this moist temperate forest is the Khoola (Jhoola) moss that carpets the floor below. This moss absorbs water and helps in retaining moisture in the forest. Camp for the night at the clearing in the forest department compound of Kunjkharak, kharak in Kumaoni meaning pass. Overnight at Kunjkharak campsite 

Day 4: Kunjkharak - Akashkhanda (9 km/ 6 hrs) 

From Kunjkharak, the trek starts on a steep descent to the south, the temperature begins to drop and the views get spectacular. The trail takes you to dense temperate forests dominated by oak, chestnut and rhododendron. Birds commonly seen here include the colourful Jays, Magpie and Thrushes. Halfway through the trek you find some mountain streams with clear water, which are good places to stop for lunch. The campsite at Akashkhanda (1600 m) has a beautiful forest bungalow set amidst pine trees that offers complete solitude. On a clear day you get spectacular views of Nanda Ghunti (20,700 ft) and Trishul (23,360 ft) peaks. Overnight at Akashkhanda campsite  

Day 5: Akashkhanda - Kumeria (16 km/5 hrs) - Vanghat

The trek from Akashkhanda is a sharp narrow decline to Mon through coniferous forests. The verandah at the primary school of Mon is a welcome site to rest for a while. You soon get on to the old district board road that meanders along the Kosi and leads to the village of Okhaldhunga (500m). From here a fire lane soon merges with a narrow broken trail that takes you to the relatively large riverside village of Kunkhet, finally ending on the other side of the suspension bridge over the Kosi at Kumeria. Transfer to waiting vehicle and drive to Marchula, for a 2-km trek to Vanghat, a riverside wilderness lodge on the periphery of Corbett National Park  

Day 6: Vanghat River Lodge 

Hemmed in between the Ramganga river and the Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, Vanghat can be accessed through various walks that descend into the Ramganga Valley. You have the advantage of doing nature hikes in the surrounding forests - something not permitted inside the Park - to explore prime wildlife habitats on foot. A walk by the river gives you a chance to explore the Mahseer pools, with scenes of fish eagles hovering in the air and the occasional tiger pugmark on the riverbed. Look out for well-concealed Ghoral (a rare species of goat antelope) in the steep rock faces by the river.

In evening leaving at Nainital,

Day 1: Arrive Delhi

Reach Delhi. GARHWAL HIMALAYAN EXPEDITION local tour manager will give a warm welcome at the airport. Transfer to your hotel. After having some rest proceed for sightseeing. Dinner & over night stay at hotel.

India's capital and a major gateway to the country, contemporary Delhi is a bustling metropolis which successfully combines in its fold the ancient and the modern. Its strategic location was one of the prime reasons why successive dynasties chose it as their seat of power. It is not surprising then, that what constitutes Delhi is a conglomerate of seven cities. Down the ages the region in and around modern delhi saw Lalkot built in the mid 11th century, Siri established by Allauddin Khilji, Tughlakabad and Ferozabad built by the tughlaks followed by the city of the lodhis and then came Shahjahanabad, capital of the mughals under Shah Jehan. New Delhi also reflects the legacy the British left behind. The division between new and old Delhi is the distinction between the capitals of the British and the Mughals respectively. So, wherever the visitor goes he will invariably confront the city's past.

Day 2: Delhi – Jaipur

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and leave for Jaipur, upon arrival check into the hotel, after having some rest proceed to visit Local market, evening free for rest, dinner & over night stay at hotel.

The origins of the beautiful city of Jaipur can be traced back to the eighteenth century, during the reign of Jai Singh II who ascended the Amber throne in 1699. Jaipur today, epitomizes the spirit of Rajputana. In-spite of growing into a bustling metropolis, it still retains it's character and history - Beautiful fusion of the yesteryears and modernity. Popularly known as the Pink City because of the extensive use of the locally abundant pink plastered stone, painted so in honor of the visit of the royal consort of Queen Victoria. Jaipur thrills the soul with its massive forts, magnificent palaces, exquisite temples and lush gardens.

Day 3: Jaipur

Proceed for morning excursion to Amber Fort. Elephant ride ascent to the fort.

Amber Fort Palace
Amber is the classic romantic Rajasthani fort palace. Its construction was started by Man Singh I in 1592, and completed by his descendent Jai Singh I. It's forbidding exterior belies an inner paradise where a beautiful fusion of Mughal and Hindu styles finds it's ultimate expression.

Proceed for morning sightseeing of Jaipur covering the important palaces and monuments.

City Palace
A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one-seventh of the area in the walled city. It houses the Chandra Mahal, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.

Hawa Mahal
The ornamental facade of this "Palace of Winds" is a prominent landmark in Jaipur. Its five-storey structure of sandstone plastered pink encrusted with fine trelliswork and elaborate balconies. The palace has 953 niches and windows. Built in 1799 by Pratap Singh, the Mahal was a royal grandstand for the palace women.

Day 4: Jaipur - Agra

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and leave for Agra, upon arrival check into the hotel, after having some rest proceed for sightseeing and visit Agra Fort / Taj Mahal, etc. Dinner & over night stay at hotel.

Agra
Badal Singh established the city of Taj in 1475. Agra finds mention in the Mahabharat as Agraban. This city in those days was considered to be the sister-city of Mathura, which was more prominent than Agraban. Agra came into its own when the Lodhi Kings chose this place beside the RIVER YAMUNA to be their capital city. Sikander Lodhi made Agra his capital but Babar defeated the Lodhis to capture not only Agra but also laid the foundation of the Mughal Empire.

The coming of Babar heralded a new era, which was to see Agra at its zenith during the reign of Akbar, Jehangir and Shah Jahan. It was during Akbar's period that Agra became the center of art, culture and commerce and learning. This trend reached its height when Shah Jahan became the ruler.

In the Mid 16th century and earlier 17th century Agra witnessed a frenzied building activity and it was during this time when the symbol of love Taj Mahal was built. The buildings made during this era were purely in the contemporary Mughal style and of very high quality. The same is still reflected in whatever monuments remain in Agra. The narrow lanes of Agra filled with aroma of Mughlai cuisine, the craftsman who are busy in crating master pieces with their skill all remind of the Mughal royalty which this city had once experienced. Today whatever remains, has become a major tourist attraction which has taken Agra again to the heights of glory but this time as a major tourist destination of India. Proceed for sightseeing.

Taj Mahal
One of the Seven Wonders of the World was built by Shah Jahan in 1631 AD and was completed in 1651AD. Taj Mahal - The symbol of Love was built in the memory of Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan' s second Wife).

Agra Fort
Built by the famed Mughal emperor Akbar in 1565 AD, the fort is predominantly of red sandstone. Ensconced within is the picture perfect Pearl Mosque, which is a major tourist attraction.

Day 5: Agra – Unchangaon Fort

Morning after breakfast leave for Unchagaon, on the way visit remaining part of Agra Monument and then continue drive to Unchagaon, upon arrival check into the hotel. Dinner & over night stay at hotel.

Arrive Unchangaon and check in at Fort Unchagaon - The Fort Unchangaon stands tall as an ideal gateway to Uttaranchal. Home to the Jat rulers who rose in prominence during the decline of Mugal Empire, it was originally made of mud, but its walls were late replaced by brick and old building inside the fort was totally renovated during the 1930's to give it a distinctly colonial look.

Day 6: Unchangaon - Corbett(210 Kms, 04-05 Drive)

After breakfast, free. Later, leave for Corbett, Arrive Corbett and check in at pre-booked hotel. After noon after lunch and rest proceed for Nature walk go on foot, with our guide, return back to resort by 6 pm, enjoy the evening Tea/ Coffee with cookies, also enjoy the Indoor Activities, dinner & over night stay at hotel.

Day 7: Corbett

Early morning at 5.30 am proceed for morning jeep safari to Corbett National Park Bijrani/Jhirna zone with expert nature guide. Return back to resort by 8.30 am, upon arrival take breakfast and rest, after that proceed to take some team buildin activities like:-

» ROCK CLIMBING
» RIVER CROSSING
» RAPPELLING

Then return back to resort for lunch, after having some rest proceed for evening Jeep Safari or enjoy the indoor activities at the resort. Evening free for rest, Dinner & over nnight stay at hotel.

Day 8: corbett - Delhi

Early morning elephant safari at 6 am to the dense forest of Bijrani zone, where you will able to see the grassland known as Chaurs The Reserviour and The Crocodile Pond, elephants, deers, sambhar deers and lots of mammals and birds, after that check out from the hotel and drive back to delhi, upon arrival check into the hotel, dinner and over night stay at hotel.

Day 9: Delhi to Shimla

Arrive Delhi and transfer by road to Shimla (343 kms / 8 hrs) the former summer capital of British India, set amidst the snow capped Shivalik Mountains which offers some of the most stunning views of the mighty Himalayas. Arrive & check in hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure. Stay overnight.

Day 10: Shimla

This morning you will visit Kufri situated at an altitude of 2500 meters just an hours drive from Shimla. Later this afternoon take a walking tour of Shimla, visit the Jakoo hills that offer a panoramic view of the town visit the Vice Regal Lodge and walk down the Mall Road. Stay overnight.

Day 11: Shimla to Manali

Today you will proceed by road to Manali (274 kms / 7hrs) a picture-perfect hill resort at an altitude of 1,929 metres. Set amidst pine-clad mountains, which gradually close in on both sides of the Beas and nestling in their shade, as though carved out of primeval forest, is a scattered hamlet, which comprises this picturesque summer resort. Arrive & check in hotel. Rest of the day free at leisure.
Stay overnight.

Day 12: Manali

This morning you may take a walking tour of Manali, visiting the 450 years old temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, which has some excellent woodcarving. You also visit the Tibetan Monastery and the handicraft center. The rest of the day at leisure OR walk to the nearby picturesque village of Vashisht known for its hot sulphur springs.
Stay overnight.

Day 13: Manali

This morning you visit the Solang Valley and the not to be missed Rohtang Pass, 51 km from Manali at an altitude of 3978 meters (subject to weather conditions).
Stay overnight

At Vinayak you stay in the beautiful forest bungalow or camp out in the compound of the nursery. Evenings are magical as the setting sun transforms the icy Himalayas across Vinayak into gold. Overnight at Vinayak campsite 

Day 14: Manali - Dalhousie

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and leave for Dalhousie. Dalhousie was established in 1854 by the British Governor General Lord Dalhousie. Built around five hills Dalhousie is clothed in stately groves of deodar and oak. Its marvelous forests trails overlook vistas of wooded hills, waterfalls, spring and rivulets. afternoon move for local sightseeing in Dalhousie. Dalhousie has charming colonial architecture, including some beautiful churches. Its location presents panoramic views of the plains- and like a long silver line, the river Ravi twists and turns below Dalhousie. The spectacular snow-covered Dhauladhar mountains are also visible form this enchanting town. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 15: Dalhousie – Khajjiar ( 26 Kms)

After breakfast we proceed to Khajjiar. Often called India's Switzerland, the exquisite glade of Khajjiar (1960m) has a circumference of about 5 km. Along its fringes, thick forests of deodar climb the slopes, the snow-line rests above these woods and in the centre of the glade, is a small lake fed by streams that traverse the green carpet. Khajjiar was probably a glacial bowl formed during the last Himalayan ice age and left with a lake that gradually withered away. Khajjiar is part of the notified Kalatop – Khajjiar sanctuary. The Monal Pheasant, a bird which was fairly common till recent times has become relatively difficult to spot nowadays. At Khajjiar there is a 12th century temple dedicated to Khajjair. Within the temple are lifesize wooden images of the five Pandav brothers. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 16: Khajjiar – Dharamshala (150kms / 5 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Dharamshala. Dharamshala has everything for a perfect holiday. It is full of life and yet peaceful. Covering a wide area in the form of twin settlement, Lower Dharamshala (1380m) is a busy commercial centre. While upper Dharamshala (1830m) with the suburbs of Mcleodganj and Forsytheganj, retains a British flavour and colonial lifestyle. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 17: Dharamshala

After breakfast moveout for local sightseeing. Mcleodganj is a famous little town of Dharamshala also known as “Little Tibet” H. H. The Dalai Lama resides here. At the start of Mcleodganj is a small bazaar filled with variety of Tibetan handicrafts and artifacts. At the end of the spur lies the Namgyal Monastery. The external wall is surrounded by rows of prayes wheels. With in the monastery are large idols of Buddha. A valokteshwara and Padamsambhava and walls lined with Thankas. The charming church of St. John in the wilderness is situated here and this is the final resting place of Lord Elgin, a British Viceroy of India during the 19th century. Numerous ancient temples like Jwalamukhi, Brijeshwari and Chamunda lie on the plains below Dharamshala. Overnight stay at Hotel. Day at leisure Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 18: Dharamshala – Chandigarh

Morning drive to Chandigarh. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon visit city. Chandigarh was Designed by Le Corbusier - The famous French architect. Half day tour includes visit to the Secretariat, High Court, State Library, Assembly Chambers, Rose Gardens, University, Botanical Garden and the beautiful lake.
Overnight Chandigarh.

Day 19: Chandigarh – Amritsar

Morning drive to Amritsar. Upon arrival check in at hotel. Afternoon visit city, Visit the Golden Temple - The sacred Sikh sanctuary, marbled, bronzed & covered with gold leaf wherein the Guru Granth Sahib-The Bible of the Sikhs is placed reverently. Also see the Community kitchen where 10000 pilgrims are fed daily on voluntary and complimentary basis. Visit the historic Jallianwala Bagh where Gen. Dyer's bullets killed scores of innocent Indians and the beautiful Ram Bagh Gardens.
Overnight Amritsar.

Golden Temple
Har Mandir Saheb, popularly known, as the Golden temple is the holiest shrine for the Sikhs, so called because the entire upper half was inlaid with copper covered over by gold plate. The architecture of the Golden Temple, is a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles.

The principle of universal participation was extended to the planning and execution of the project. All Sikhs in all congregations had a role in building this noble edifice to their faith. Their participation took two forms: voluntary labor (sewa) at the site, and a donation (daswandh) of ten percent of their income to support the construction. In 1589 by Guru Arjun Dev - Nanak V (1563-1606) was laid down the foundation of the temple. Mir Mohammed Muayyinul Islam, popularly known as Mian Mir was requested to lay the foundation stone. The great Sikh secular leader, Maharaja Ranjit Singh, donated 100 kg of gold to the temple and thus gold was applied to the copper sheets on the roof and the exterior of the building. The construction of the temple was completed in late sixteenth century. The Sikh ruler, Maharaja Ranjit Singh in 1803, rebuilt it. It is a two stores marble structure, with an imposing dome of pure gold. The architecture of the Temple is a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles. The golden dome is meant to represent an inverted lotus flower and the interior of the temple is decorated with semi precious stones, frescoes and glasswork. The gnarled old Jubi Tree in the northwest corner of the compound is believed to possess special powers. The Golden Temple's first high priest, Baba Buddhaya, planted it. Guru-ka-Langar or the communal canteen is towards the eastern entrance of the temple complex providing free food to all visitors, regardless of colour, creed, or caste.

Jallianwala Bagh
The huge ground, a reminder of the martyrdom of innocent Indians and the brutality of British General Dwyer, is Jalianwala Bagh. A historical monument today, once was the ground smeared with blood of hundreds of inncocent young and old Indians, men, women and children who had gathered on the new year day for the Punjabis on April 13, 1919, to denounce the rowlatt act. As the few of the speeches got over General Dwyer along with his troupes landed there with full force. He ordered his troupes to open fire without any warning. The bullets kept firing and ended only when the ammunition finished.

A memorial to the martyrdom of the innocents and the bullet marks on the wall tell this tragic incident. A must vist place to see the brutality of the British genral Dwyer.

Day 20: Amritsar – Delhi

Early in the morning check into the hotel after breakfast and leave for Delhi, upon arrival drop you at Delhi airport to catch the flight for onward destination.

ITINERARY
Daily Program schedule for Manali

First Day-:

Arrival Manali and transfer to Base camp after lunch equipment introduction and Body acclimatization and small trek for Killer Bridge. In the evening enjoy the valley with music. Night stay at Camp site

Second Day-:

Adventure activity Valley crossing and after lunch trek for snow Shivling temple & Solang ground. In the evening camp fire with Music

Third Day-:

Sight seeing like: Hadimba Devi temple, Zoo Park and visit Mall road Manali and Mountaineering Institute Museum In the evening Gun shooting & Archery

Fourth Day-:

Adventure activities Rock climbing & Rappelling After lunch trek for Jogani waterfall and Vashisth spring hot water temple. In the evening Camp fire with music

Fifth Day-:

Visit to Snow Point Rohtang Pass / Bhakharthaj. After lunch Hot Air Ballooning. After dinner Departure for Destination

Cost of the this trip is Rs. 2850/- per student / per Teacher (based on minimum 50 person)

03 Teachers are on complementary basis

                                                Programme Schedule

Educational and Adventure Tour Programme Rohtang Pass at Manali (H.P.)

School Students for Boys & Girl

Place	Base Camp Kothi near – Rohtang Pass road Manali
Camp Duration	5 Days
Educational Visit	Mountaineering Institute Museum Manali (Special Lecture for Everester and Environment Education Identify Flora and fauna.
Adventure Sports Activity	• Trekking, • Snow Shivling Trekking, • Jogani Water Fall Trek, • Tent Pitching, map reading, • Rope Skill, Mountaineering, • Rock Climbing, • Rappelling, • Valley Crossing at Peer Panjal Range & • Physically river crossing
Local Site Seeing	• Hadimba Devi Temple, • Mall Road, • Manali Vashisth Temple, • Snow Shivling Temple, • Solang Valley etc.
Food Break Fast	• Morning Tea, • Stuffed Prantha, • Puri Bhaji, • Chole Bhature, • Bread Butter, • Bread Slice, • cornflakes with milk, • Black Chana, Tea.
Mid Morning	Sharbat-E-Aazam, Lemonade/Tea with Pakoda.
Lunch	• Chapati, • Rice with choice, • seasonal Green Vegetable, • liquor Daal, • Rayta, • Salad, • Pickle and dry in Lunch Packed.
Evening Tea	Bread Pakoda/Biscuits, Tea/Soup.
Dinner	• Chapatti, • Rice, Green Vegetable, • Daal, • Papar, • Pickle, • Salad, • Paneer, • Sweet Dish.
Staff	Well educated Male & Female expert instructor’s Basic course-MOI Passed with ‘A’ grad from Mountaineering Institute Manali.
Accommodation	• (Camping) Tents, • 04 sharing basis • Sleeping bag, Mattress, • Permanent Fiber Toilet, • Bathroom, • Hot Water from Hamaam • & D.J.,
Participants will have to bring with them	• Sports Shoes, • Water Bottle, • Goggles, • Torch, • Warm Clothes, • Tracksuit, • Face Cream, • Kit Bag and • Any Medicine Participants are habitual to use.
EXCLUDED	• Transportation • Personal expenses like Local or STD calls • Any insurance. • Any claim due to natural Calamities such as land slide,     road blockage etc. • Or any other things which are not mentioned in cost     included column.

Lamayuru to Padum to Darsha Trek

Its reputation is well established and well deserved. It is perhaps the hardest route because of the great number of ups and downs. The best period is from the mid June to October. Allow 22 days. There is another options, which is move from Baralacha-la and Phirtse-la, after the Padum and can be covered in 24 days.

1st Day: Lamayuru to Wanla, 3 hours
Go up the Shillakong along the right bank, cross it, and then arrive in Shilla. Pass the village, go to a broad chorten then follow a narrow and dry gorge as far as the Prinkiti-la 3726 metres. Easy ascent, then pass an escarpment. Cross the river and go towards the village of Wanla. Short decent from the monastery which is the most photographed in Ladakh.

2nd Day: Wanla to Hanupatta, 5 hours
From Wanla, continue across the slope until entering the gorges. At the junction of the rivers, chorten and religious banners on a flat. Pass a ridge across the Yapola. Then, some easy, some difficult stretches until Phenjila 3 hours. A little beyond the village, cross again onto the left bank.

3rd Day: Hanupatta to Sirsir-la to Photoksar, 6 hours
From the village, gentle climb up to a large chorten, then long ascent of the Sirsir-la. The last third is steep. Pass is situated at 4800 metres. Easy descent to the river. Cross onto the left bank, then, long descent into a stony valley. Good campsite a short distances before the village of Photoksar.

4th Day: Photoksar to Foot of the Sengge-la, 7 hours
Rather steep climb to the Sengge-la taking from 2 hours, then a short slope leads into a broad valley. Easy going then gentle climb towards the Bumiktse-la 4200 metres, beautiful view, descent towards Photoksar 3750 metres, splendid village at the base of the huge mountain walls. Abandoned gompa 20 minutes away above the village.

5th Day: Foot of the Sengge-la to Lingshed, 6 hours
Easy climb of 4 hours up to Murgum-la 4100 metres. Continue climbing, pass an escarpment then go along the slope. Wonderful landscape, view of the valley of Nierag, on the other bank of the Zanskar. Gentle descent towards the villages of Gongma 3840 metres and Skiumpata. Then very steep climb as far as the Kiupa-la 3850 metres. Then climbing down gradually along the mountain side up to the foot of the Sengge-la.

6th Day: Lingshed to Hanuma-la Snertse, 7 hours
Long gradual descent from the Hanuma-la. Through gorges first, then easier. After 2 hours, pass a sheep fold. A further 2 hours to reach the summit of the Hamuma-la 4700 metres. A 1000 metres steep descent, then a 300 metres climb along the mountain side. From this small pass.

7th Day: Snertse to Hanumil to Parti-la, 6 hours
Still on a good and easy path 4 hours beyond Hanumil, small stream on the left. Take on a supply of water. The path leads away from the edge of the Zanskar, up to the plateau, then to the foot of the pass. Steep and difficult climb for the animals as far as the Parfi-la 3900 metres. Rather steep descent until reaching the Oma-Chu River. Good bridge, then up a 500 metres sandy slope. Wonderful lookout. Then along the slope as far as the sheep folds of Snertse.

8th Day: Hanumil to Pishu, 5 hours
Continue left bank. Easy going sometimes along the river, sometimes across the morainic plateau. A bridge before Pidmo, then another 2 hours until Pishu. Very good campsite 100 metres past the 2 houses.

9th Day: Karsha to Pishu, 5 hours
Easy stretch on the often hot and dusty bank of the Zanskar river. Above Rinam, small stream and shelter formed by the rocks. Before Pishu, make a little detour to see the longest hanging bridge over the Zanskar. It leads to Zangla. Attractive campsite below the village of Karsha.

10th Day: Karsha to Padum, 4 hours
From Karscha, head towards Pupating, then a dusty plain towards the Doda river and reach to the Padum.

11th and 12th Day: Padum
Two days kept for the rest at Padum and local sightseeing of padum Villages. The Padum is the major centre of Zanskar region. The preparation will be completed for the next operation

13th Day: Padum to Mune, 5 hours
From the monastery, go down a steep incline to the main trail. After two hours, you arrive at Bardan Gompa, a Kagyupa monastery famous for its prayer wheel 180-cm height. From Bardan, a dusty road suitable for motor traffic leads to Padum without difficulty. Several quite beautiful villages on the opposite bank. Padum 3650 metres.

14th Day: Mune to Ichar, 5 hours
Cross back over to the left bank, then a gradual climb before coming to a major tributary. Gradual descent down towards Reru, then quite a beautiful plain covered with flowers as far as Mune.

15th Day: Ichar to Purne, 6 hours
Go back down, cross the bridge, then go up the left bank. The trail overhangs the Tsarap is sometimes tricky and hard going. Frequent small canyons of pudding stones. Pass bit above a hanging bridge, which leads to the village of Cha. Two hours later, you arrive at Kaydang, a small village in popular groves. Carry on until Hamuni. Pass below the village of Surle. The Trail is still not good, several stretches difficult for the horses. Very good camp. Interesting fortified village.

16th Day: Pkuktal to Purne, 4 hours
Leave the horses in Purne. Go up the left bank of the Tsarap into splendid gorges. After 2 hours, cross a bridge in good condition. Fifteen minutes later, you arrive at a small tributary to the Tsarap, beautifully clear water cascading down. A ledge leads to a small plateau sprinkled with Chortens and religious banners from there, you can see the Phuktal monastery, one of the most spectacular sights in Zanskar. Phuktal belongs to the tradition of the Gelupas. The spring that gurgles deep in the cave is still out of bounds to women. The Hungarian historian Cosma de Koros stayed here over the winter of 1825-26. It is possible to find food and lodging at the monastery.

17th Day: Purne to Table, 6 hours
From Table, continue on the right bank along an easy path 2 hours before Tanze, you cross in front of narrow gorge where the route joins up with Hiking Tour. Tanze is small village, gompa on ruins bit higher up. A short distance beyond Tanze, there is a bridge across to the left bank. Monotonous going across morainic terrain. Slight rise leading to Kuru, major village of livestock breeders. Afterwards, an excellent path leads steadily lower. Arrival in Teta 3 hours, beautiful village. The path continues downward near the river. Stay on the left bank, then climb gentle slope up to Jal. Next comes a steep descent towards a large bridge which you cross to get to Table. You can either set up camp somewhere before the house.

18th Day: Camp at the Gumburanjon, 6 hours
Climb down a mass of fallen rocks, then cross several streams. After one hour, you pass beneath the face of the Gumburanjan, then an easy descent towards Kargyak 4100 metres on the right bank, no problem. Two hours after Kargyak, you reach Table. Good camp.

19th Day: Shinkun-camp at the Gumburanjon to Ramjak, 9 hours
From the camp, climb moderate slopes to the foot of the pass. Several easy stream crossing. The ground flattens out and the path zigzags through a moraine as far as the Shinkun-la 5090 metres, 5 hours. The decent is steep and dangerous for horses. Cross a final firm to reach the first meadows. Cross several easy streams, then go down an escarpment towards a small plateau. Nice view of the Gumburanjor. Good camp between two streams.

20th Day: Camp-Ramjak, 7 hours
Continue on the left bank until reaching second major ford, then go up the right-hand valley. There are good paths on both sides of the stream, but both are hard going. Good camp at Ramjak in small meadow, spring.

21st Day: Darsha- camp, 5 Hours
From Ramjak follow the track until the last hamlet, then a good footpath. Pass a spectacular gorge. Continue along the left bank, then cross a first ford. Good camp 1 hour beyond the ford, groves and reach Darsha.

Series route for trekking on Greater Himalayas:

(Garhwal and Kumaun)

The Himalayas have had a lure for the traveller from time immemorial from those seeking salvation to the adventurous in search of new experiences. The Indian Himalayas have also been part of the all important silk route in the times gone by, a reminder of the hardiness of the human race. Trek along narrow winding trails with an abandon that comes only from knowing that the destination one seeks will be way beyond his expectations. Make a choice among the best of the Himalayas closest to one’s heart and go for it. Every destination has a unique character that has to be seen to be believed - one of them could be the paradise you seek.

What is Trekking?

Trekking is the best way of getting to know any land, its people, its culture and traditions. Although it is often confused with mountaineering which is more technical and a well planned affair. It was Adi Guru Shankaracharya, who trekked in the Himalayas in the 8th century A.D., thereby becoming the pioneer of a number of trekking routes in this part of India. The mountain adventure season which till recently was confined to the summer months in this region; now covers almost the full year including winter. Contrary to somewhat widely held belief, a trek, mountaineering expedition, ski trip or river run does not require a superhuman physical condition. What is essential is a love for the outdoors and respect for nature. If you're fired by the spirit of adventure, let the sparks in your heart fly in the hills of Kumaon, a land blessed with snowbound peaks, Glaciers, Rolling Meadows, jagged rock faces, scenic valleys, meandering rivers, cascading waterfalls, dense forests and hospitable people with rich culture.

Objective:

The proposed ten part series would focus on some of Trekking routes in the Kumaon Himalayas of Uttarakhand. The prime focus of the series would be to synthesise an experience that would encompass not only an exposure to a better and more spiritual kind of lifestyle but would also attempt to expose potential tourists to other diversions along these main routes underlined below. In addition the proposed programme would also contain information and advice on issues like environment conservation, ecotourism, etc.

Beginning with the opening episode of Pindari Glacier, the Ten part series intends covering Kafni glaciers, Milam glaciers, Sunderdhunga glacier, Nanda devi Sanctury, Panchachuli Glacier, Ralam Glacier, Roop Kund and Namik glaciers. The above said all the episodes will cover all the important aspect and the historical importance of the various places and the points that come through the journey of trekking so as keeping in mind to uplift the tourism factor in Uttarakhand.

Pindari glaciers
Backgrounder

1st Day
Kathgodam – Song - Loharkhet (N/H)

2nd Day
Loharkhet - Khati (N/H)

3rd Day
Khati - Phurkiya (N/H)

4th Day
Phurkiya - Pindari (N/H)

5th Day
Pindari - Dwali (N/H)

6th Day
Dwali - Dhakuri (N/H)

7th Day
Dhakuri - Song - Bageshwar (N/H)

8th Day
Song – Bageshwar – Kathgodam - Delhi

This Trek is from Song to Pindari glaciers in much small and less tiredness as compared to other treks. This trek is full of scenic views and the hidden beauty of the nature residing between the Himalayan valley of the Kumaon region.

Kafni Glacier
Backgrounder

1st Day
Kathgodam – Song - Loharkhet (N/H)

2nd Day
Loharkhet - Khati (N/H)

3rd Day
Khati - Dwali (N/H)

4th Day
Dwali - Kafni (N/H)

5th Day
Kafni - Dwali (N/H)

6th Day
Dwali - Dhakuri (N/H)

7th Day
Dhakuri - Song - Bageshwar (N/H)

8th Day
Song – Bageshwar – Kathgodam - Delhi

Kafni glaciers are the last Point and the challenge the trekker faced to reach. It is a 24 kms trek. The Kafni glacier lies left of the Pindar valley and the Nandakot. The main Himalayan summits visible from Kafni are Nandakot (6806 M) and Nanda Bhanar (6104 )

Sundardunga Glacier:
Background

1st Day
Kathgodam - Song – Loharkhet (NH)

2nd Day
Loharkhet – Khati (NH)

3rd Day
Khati – Jatoli (NH)

4th Day
Jatoli – Kathaliya (NH)

5th Day
Kathaliya - Sunderdhunga - Kathaliya

Milan Glacier:
Background

1st Day
Kathgodam – Munsiary (NH)

2nd Day
Mid Pt – Lilam (NH)

3rd Day
Lilam – Bughdyar (NH) 15 kms by Trek

4rd Day
Bugudyar – Reilkot (NH)

5th Day
Reilkot - Milam Village (NH)

6th Day
Milam Village - Milam Glacier - Milam Village (NH)

7th Day
Milam Village - Reilkot (NH)

8th Day
Reilkot - Bugudyar (NH)

9th Day
Bugdiyar - Lilam – Munsyari (NH)

Namik Glacier:
Background

1st Day
Kathgodam - Bageshwar – Sama - Liti (NH)

2nd Day
Liti – Gogina (NH)

3rd Day
Gogina – Namik Village (NH)

4th Day
Namik Village – Namik Glac – Namik Village (NH)

5th Day
Namik Village - Gogina(NH)

6th Day
Gogina – Liti - Sama(NH)

7th Day
Sama – Bageshwar – Kathgodam - Delhi

Panchachuli Glacier:
Background

1st Day
Kathgodam - Dharchula (NH)

2nd Day
Darchula – Baling (NH)

3rd Day
Baling - Duktu(NH)

4th Day
Duktu – Panchachuli Glac - Duktu (NH)

5th Day
Duktu - Baling - Nagling (NH)

6th Day
Nagling - Dharchula (NH)

7th Day
Darchula – Kathgodam – Delhi

Nestling on the lap of the snow capped peaks of Panchachuli, the Darma valley in Pithoragarh district is endowed with abundant scenic grandeur. 134 kilometers from Pithoragarh and 35 kilometers from Dharchula is the last bus terminal Sobla. From sobla to Panchachuli Glacier is a 40-kilometer trek. The route to the glacier abounds in exotic scenery, snowcapped mountains, gushing streams, Alpine meadows and a rich variety of flora & fauna. And from the glacier one can see the panchachuli peaks in their towering glory.

Adi Kailash & OM Parvat:
Background

1st Day
Kathgodam - Dharchula (NH)

2nd Day
Darchula – Baling (NH)

3rd Day
Baling – Duktu - Beidang(NH)

4th Day
Beidang - Jolingkong (NH)

5th Day
Jolingkong – Kuti - Gunji (NH)
From Jolingkong see the view of Adi Kailash

Mt. Adi-Kailash - popularly known as Chhota-Kailash, is in indian territory, close to the Indian tibetan border. It is an area of great natural beauty, peace and sovereignty. Men and women, tired by the incessant roar of urban life, will find here a healing quietude conducive to liking inward and discouraging with one's innerself.

During Adi-Kailash Yatra, you will come across the mighty splendour of the snow peaks of Annapurna, the gushing Kali river, thick Forest, Narayan Ashram full of wild flowers and rare variation of fruits and number of water falls.

At the very foot of Mt. Kailash is Gauri Kund, whose water reflect the mountain itself. The local folk, called Bhotias, have much to say about there land. The villege Kutti, is named after Kunti, the mother of Pandavas. The great saga vyas lived here for a long time and wrote many books. The bhotias have preserved their heritage assiduously and are always ready to show glimpses ot it through their dance and music.

In this very exciting trekking region, one not only walks along a large portion of the Kailas - Mansarovar route, but also gets to know and understand the social and cultural life of the people living in the Chaudans, Byans and Darma valleys. The journey begins and ends at Tawaghat, the confluence of the river Kali and Dhauli in district Pithoragarh.

In the region of 12,000-14,000 feet, with cold winds blowing in the daytime and in the evening. This is a hazardous trek at high altitudes, on mountainous terrain with occasional bad weather. Do not ignore these instructions or take them lightly, as the consequences could be serious. Clothing should be light, wind proof, water repellant and capable of providing eno

Cloths & Equipements 1. Wind-proof jacket with parka 1 no. 2. Sweaters 2 full sleeves 1 half sleeve 3. Balaclava (Monkey cap) 1 no. 4. Woollen and leather gloves 1 pair each 5. Woollen/cotton long inner 2 pairs 6. Woollen socks 4 pairs 7. Jeans/ loosers 3 nos. 8. Shorts 2 nos. 9. Shirts 6 nos. 10. Sun glasses (good quality), with chain 1 no. for hanging around neck      Hunter/Marching/Trekking shoes 2 pairs (Carry extra shoe laces- normal      shoes will be useless for Trekking) 11. Peaked cap or broad brimmed straw hat 1 no. (for protection against the      sun) Water bottle (large) 1 no. 12. Torch light (carry two sets of extra cells and one bulb) 1 no. 13. Raincoat (large size) 1 no. 14. Belt pouch for camera/money/ medicines/documents 1 no. 15. Large Plastic sheet for water proofing your luggage 1 no. 16. Plate/Mug/Spoon 1 set 17. Toilet paper 18. Sun screen lotion (for protection from sunburn) 1 no. 19. Candles, Match box/lighter 20. Multipurpose knife 1 no. 21. Rubber slippers 1 no. 22. Sleeping Bag 23. Good Ruksack 24. Medicine e.g:      • Head ache      • Stomach pain      • Altitude sickness      • Cold n cough      • Antibiotics      • Fever      • Vomiting      • Pain relief cream

GENERAL RULES

1 Tourist is advised is not to carry any precious items while in tour. 2 Tourist can enroll his/her names for the tours by paying initial advance. The balance amount must reach Delhi Office at least 5 days before scheduled departure of the tour without waiting for reminder from our side. If the full amount is not paid in the time the company reserves the right to cancel the bookings with consequent loss of deposit and apply the cancellation charges. 3 Tourist travel at their own risk. Neither the tour operator nor their representative or staff accept any liability or responsibility for an kind of risk, theft, delay, damages, loss, injury, accident, death etc. during their tour howsoever it might have caused. 4 The operator has also right to cancel at any time any or all the tours announced without assigning any reason whatsoever. In such case the operator's responsibility will be only to refund the amount by such passengers, without any compensation whatsoever. 5 The hotels are subject to change without prior notice. 6 The seats in the bus are allotted on "first comr first serverd basis" at the time of booking of the tour. 7 If there is any loss or damage by any passengers to the property of the hotel, bus, tour, operator or any other concerned parties or person during the tour then such passengers have to compensate the concerned parties or person for the same immediately. 8 During sightseeing we will take the bus /car up to the point it is allowed or can be taken. There offer if any vehicle or other arrangements are to be made then the expenses should be paid by the passengers only. 9 Timings mentioned in the itinerary for the bus/car tour are only estimated time for the sake of knowledge. There are always chances of delay in arrival at the destination due to various reasons. 10 Refunds, if any, will be given after a periods of ten days from the date of claim. Refunds will be paid only by cheque and only against receipts. 11 Due to unavoidable circumstanmces, if there is aloes in the stay of hotel or sightseeing or missed then no refund will be granted to the passengers in this respect. 12 If any passengers decide to break their journey after commencement of the tour, they can do so, but no refund for the balance periods of the tour will be granted to them and their all onwards journey arrangements will be the sole responsibility of such passengers only. 13 All disputes /legal claims subject to Delhi Jurisdiction only.

CANCELLATION RULES

1 20 Days or More days before departure of Tour 10% on Full amount 2 10 days before departure tour 25% on full amount. 3 06 days before departure of tour 40% on full amount. 4 Within 04 days before departure of tour :No Refund.