Rani Sui Lake Trek

Day 1 : Jalandhar – Manali

Pick up from Jalandhar railway station to Manali. It will take 6 hrs – 7 hrs to reach Manali. Breakfast/lunch on the way to Manali is not included in the package. On arriving at campsite snacks will be served. Dinner ,DJ and stay will be at Campsite.

Day 2 : Manali – Shangcher – Maili Thatch

Drive to Shangcher village then start trekking through the village houses. The trail steepens up and continues till the campsite at Maili Thatch. The steep trail goes through forests of Cedar and Pine and the sunlight coming through the trees creates magical moment to rejoice the nature. Trekking higher on the verdant meadows opens up the broad setting ready to be seen. These meadows will leave the trees behind and after hours of trekking one will reach at Maili Thach somewhere by the evening. The vista at this place is mesmerizing with whole of the valley stretching far away along the river Beas. The great valley view becomes interesting mostly in the evenings when the sky is with full of colours. In the evening a Bonfire can be done too. Sleep tight in the tents at Maili Thach.

Day 3 : Maili Thach – Saurkundi Lake (3909m) – Maili Thach

Next morning give an early start towards the Saurkundi Lake. The route is moderate gradient to steep in between. The vast meadows keep going along all the way till the lake. These meadows are fully covered with colourful wild flowers, a perfect sight to be at. En route the moraines ridge will be faced. The boulders and rocks here are so huge that reminds of a prehistoric time. At this moraine point is the most interesting round stone said to be carved and brought up by the ‘Pandavas’ to build a wind mill. It seems right by looking at the stone, because no human today can lift or move this stone at his own and bring at such height. Going forward leads to another meadow of fascination. The trail becomes gentler just before approaching the lake. Once reached at the lake one can see the shape of the lake as the name suggests “Saurkundi” “A lake in the shape of a frying pan”. Watching the lake a bit from above would reveal the fact of its name called as Saurkundi. It is a holy lake sacred to the thousands of people in the valley. Littering and creating noise is strictly prohibited near the lake. Spend some time taking pictures and having refreshments. Then return back the same way to the camp. At night, halt in the camps at Maili Thach.

Day 4 : Maili Thach – Shangcher – Manali

Trek back trailing the same route to the Shangcher village. Descending to road head will take 3-4 hours. Hop in the vehicle waiting to drive the pack back to the Manali. Reach the campsite.

Day 5 : Atal Tunnel – Solang Valley – Sissu Waterfall

Today, you will go on a journey to see the “World’s longest highway tunnel above 10000 feet”, built under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway.

Besides admiring the picturesque landscapes, next you will visit Solang valley. The valley is renowned for its adventure sports activities, such as skiing, paragliding, and horse riding, which attract many tourists throughout the year.

Next, you will see the spectacular Sissu waterfall, It is otherwise called Khagling, a residential area in Lahual valley, situated on the bank of Chandra river which is around 90 km far Manali. It cascades from an impressive height of 3051 meters. The fall makes its way from a lush green valley.

Sissu falls additionally happens to fall on Leh-Manali Highway while you are advancing toward the mountains of Leh and Ladakh. Appreciate the magnificence of this cascade advancing from the rich green valley and pouring down to the surface of the earth. The quietness and freshness in the climate will remove all your fatigue. Different hypnotizing scenes, mountains stacked with snow and lavish green valleys will leave a permanent mark for a lifetime. “Make memories, one waterfall at a time”

Day 6 : Manali Local – Vashistha Temple, , Hadimba Devi Temple

Today, you will explore Vashistha temple which is famous for its sulphurous hot water springs. The water from the spring is believed to have great healing powers, which can cure many skin diseases and other infections.

Around evening, you will explore the ancient cave temple dedicated to Hidimba Devi, wife of Bhīma, a figure in the Indian epic Mahabharata. The temple is surrounded by cedar forest called Dhungiri Van Vihar at the foot of the Himalayas and the structure was built in 1553 by Maharaja Bahadur Singh. The Hidimba Devi temple has intricately carved wooden doors and a 24-meter-tall wooden “shikhar” or tower above the sanctuary. The tower consists of three square roofs covered with timber tiles and a fourth brass cone-shaped roof at the top. The earth goddess Durga forms the theme of the main door carvings. Also depicted are animals, foliate designs, dancers, scenes from Lord Krishna’s life and Navagrahas. The temple base is made out of whitewashed, mud-covered stonework.

An enormous rock occupies the inside of the temple, only a 7.5 cm tall brass image representing goddess Hidimba Devi. A rope hangs down in front of the rock, and according to a legend, in bygone days religious zealots would tie the hands of “sinners” by the rope and then swing them against the rock. About seventy metres away from the temple, there is a shrine dedicated to goddess Hidimba’s son Ghatotkacha, who was born after she married Bhīma. The most surprising feature of the temple or what believers could call the most reassuring feature of the temple is the fact that inside the temple the imprint of the feet of the goddess carved on a block of stone is worshipped.

Day 7 : Kasol, Manikaran & Parvati Valley

After breakfast will shall head toward paravati valley to visit kasol and manikaran. Kasol is know for its tranqulity and srenity hence it attracts numerous tourist. There are number of villages on the way to view like chalal, Jari & Kasol. 5 KM ahead of Kasol there is a holy place called Manikaran. Manikaran is a prelgimage place for hindus and sikhs. This place is known for its hot water springs and lungar at gurudwara Sahib. In the evening we will start to jalandhar to catch a train the next day. Food during the journey is not included in the package. .