This trans-Himalayan trek takes us into the heart of the Kumaon Himalayas and on an ancient Indo-Tibetan trade route. This trade route has not been actively used since 1962, due to the Chinese occupation of Tibet and restricted border crossing.
Day 1:
Arrive in New Delhi late evening (you will be met by someone from our staff) and drive (7-8 hours) overnight to Mussoorie, a lovely hill station, which gives you your first views of the snowy peaks. Upon arrival, check in at guesthouse, rest and have a late breakfast or early lunch. The day is yours to unwind and acclimate to your new surroundings.
Yoga class will be held in the afternoon before dinner.
Day 2: Mussoorie (1,921m/6,320ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Spend the day relaxing and/or exploring around town.
Overnight in guesthouse
Day 3: Kausani (1,890m/6,218ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will get an early start for a 10 hour long driving day (310km), winding through the foothills of Garhwal to the Kumaon Himalayas. Kausani is a picturesque hill station, offering excellent views of Mt. Trishul (7,120m/23,425 ft) and Nanda Devi (7,820m/25,728 ft). Watching the sunrise over the Himalayas from here is both enchanting and memorable!
Overnight in guesthouse
Day 4: Munsiyari (2,290m/7,534ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today we drive 144km (8 hrs) from the heart of Garhwal almost to the western border of Nepal. We will follow the Alaknanda River to Karanprayag and then travel along the Pindari River before breaking away to finish the second half of the drive.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 5: Munsiyari
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
This will be a much-needed and well-deserved rest day to ensure that everyone is prepared for the trek ahead. Munsiyari is situated just above the Gori Ganga River in between the Milam and RalamValley. It is a wonderful vantage point with good camp sites.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 6: Lilam (1,850m/6,087ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
The trek of 16km (4 hrs) is a steady descent all the way to Lilam, which makes the first day one of the easiest. Lilam is the winter home for the inhabitants of Milam Village and is notorious for flies year round.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 7: Bogdiyar (2,500m/8,225ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will trek 15km (5-6 hrs), gradually ascending through thick forests and scenic meadows, before making a steep ascent to Lilam ridge, (2,850m) and then descend to reach camp.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 8: Martoli (3,430m/11,285ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today we trek 14km (5-6 hrs) to Martoli. It is located on a high alpine plateau with rolling grass
fields. Once a thriving trade village with Tibet, it has long since been deserted. However,
distinguished houses full of intricate wood carvings remain. There is a temple here dedicated to
The Goddess Nanda Devi, and from here the views of Nanda Devi East (7,816m/25,644ft) and
Nanda Kot offer inspiration.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 9: Milam Village (3,400m/11,186ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 11km (4 hrs) to the abandoned village of Milam. Milam means place of meeting, so its name alone speaks for its significance as the main trading village for people traveling from Tibet.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 10: Milam Glacier (3,500m/11,515ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Today is a round-trip trek of 6km (2-3 hrs) to explore the Milam Glacier. There are spectacular views here of the Himalayan ranges and peaks. There is a police post located here and they will need to check your passport, so don't forget to bring it!
Overnight stay in tents
Day 11: Rilkot (3,250m/10,693ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 16km (4 hrs) to Rilkot, located at the northern end of the Gori Ganga Gorge. The valley is wide here and offers good views of Mt. Hardeol (7,151m/23,462ft) and Trishul (7,120m/23,425ft).
Overnight stay in tents
Day 12: Lilam
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will steadily descend 1,400m (4,606ft) as we trek the 24km back to Lilam.
Overnight stay in tents
Day 13: Munsiyari
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Trek 16km (5-6 hrs) back to Munsiyari and have our first real bath in days!
Check into guesthouse
Day 14: Srinagar (579m/1,905ft)
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will leave right after breakfast for the long drive (326km) back to Srinagar.
Check in at guesthouse
Day 15: Mussoorie
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Pack up and depart by 10:00 for the drive back to Mussoorie (128km).
Check in at guesthouse
Day 16: Mussoorie
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
This is a rest day, which leaves plenty of time to walk around town and purchase any last minute gifts for friends and family back home.
Overnight in guesthouse
Day 17: Mussoorie
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
Spend the day relaxing and packing for your return home. We will enjoy an evening celebration to close our journey together.
Overnight in guesthouse
Day 18: New Delhi
Morning yoga at 6:30 before breakfast
We will say our goodbyes and depart for Delhi. Most flights leave between midnight and 2:00AM, so you can rest for a while at the Radisson Hotel and wash up before going to the airport or spend the night, depending upon your travel plans.
Cost per person: US $4,250 based on a 4-person group, US $3,750 based on a 6-person group.
(Prices are subject to change, contact us to confirm quote or to arrange for a private trek quote)
Price Includes: daily yoga instruction, roundtrip ground transportation from Delhi, accommodations and meals while not in Delhi; and equipment such as: two-person tents, dining tent, foam mats, stools and all cooking and kitchen gear; all trekking expenses, support crew and sightseeing within the tour program; professional guides and escorts throughout the trip; all admissions and special service charges as per itinerary.
Price Excludes: international flight and airport taxes; visa and passport fees; medical and trip cancellation insurance; accommodation while in Delhi; any personal expenses such as: laundry, phone calls, alcoholic beverages, gratuity for our crew and any personal medical expenses; personal camping gear such as: sleeping bags, sleeping pads etc. are not included.
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