Inclusions

-Bus fares to and from Delhi and Kasol for semi-sleeper AC buses

-Accommodation in comfortable rooms at Kalga and Kasol with decent amenities on a double-sharing basis

-Private internal transport (taxis/jeeps) in Parvati Valley

-Two meals a day i.e. breakfast and dinner (while in Himachal)

-All activities as per itinerary (Mushroom forage walk, Apple picking walk)

-Visits to places as per itinerary

-Basic medical and first-aid kit

-All permits, tolls and parking charges

-Experienced Vagabond EMs

Exclusions

-One meal a day
-Travel insurance (we recommend you take one)

THINGS TO CARRY

1. Sturdy shoes for walking/climbing (well-fitting, neither loose nor tight)

2. An extra smaller backpack for day outings

3. Water bottle (try avoiding buying mineral water bottles to reduce plastic waste)

4. Toiletries, Torch, Lip-balm, Sunscreen, Sunglasses.

5. Personal Medication (Asthma, allergen medication etc.)

6. Slippers/flip-flops

7. Rainwear, rain cover for bags (VERY IMPORTANT if you're traveling during monsoons)

8. Binoculars, camera (optional)

9. Sufficient liquid cash

10. Crepe bandage (each person should have 1 roll each)

11. Warm clothes (Beanie, gloves, wollen socks, thermals, fleece jacket, padded jacket etc.)

HOW TO REACH

Depending on how you're travelling to Delhi, you can either take a rickshaw or taxi (Uber/Ola) to RK Ashram Metro. Further details regarding the exact location will be shared on a WhatsApp group closer to the trip date.

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Policy and Terms

-In case of cancellations 30 days or more prior to the trip, Rs 4,000 will be deducted

-In case of cancellations 29 to 15 days prior to the trip, Rs 8,000 will be deducted

-In case of cancellations 14 to 7 days prior to the trip, Rs 12,000 will be deducted

-In case of cancellations within 6 days of the trip, no refund shall be admissible

(Please refer to the further Terms and Conditions mentioned in the footer of the website)

Terms and Conditions

-All timings and activities are subject to weather, group size, capabilities of participants, etc. -Vagabond holds the right to cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (for eg. unfavorable weather) -By registering for this trip, you agree to have read through and abide by the Vagabond terms & conditions mentioned below: I hereby agree, undertake, and declare as follows: IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to the Vagabond trip/event/trek/activity, hereinafter referred to as Activities conducted by Vagabond, (Hereinafter referred to as the Conductor, under the guidance of Elton Dmello and/or Shannon Fernandes and/or Nihar Nair, hereinafter jointly referred to as the Instructors, I do hereby: Acknowledge and agree that I am aware of the risks involved in the Activities and have also been apprised by the Conductor through his/her Instructors of the inherent risks and dangers associated with the activity and having understood the risks associated with the activity I have willingly agreed to learn/agree to send my ward to learn and participate in the Activities. I assure that I am / my ward is in proper and good health and I am / my ward is physically fit to learn and also participate in the activity and represent that I am / my ward is not suffering from any disease which might remotely either put myself / my ward or the other participants at any risk or danger; I agree to comply with the stated terms and conditions of participation; further, agree and warrant that if at any time when the Instructors believe and think that any conditions to be unsafe, they will have the right to ask me / [my ward] to discontinue further participation in the Activities immediately; I shall not hold the conductor, instructors, employees, other participants, owners, lessors or anyone responsible for any injury that might happen to me / my ward in the course of my journey to the venue and my journey backward I hereby release, discharge, and agree not to sue the conductor, Instructors, employees, any sponsors, advertisers, other participants, and if applicable, owners and lessors of premises on which the Activity takes place, from all liability, claims, demands, losses, injuries, damage to property or other damages caused or alleged to be caused on my account / on account of my ward in whole or in part by the bonafide errors of the Instructors. I have read this letter and I fully understand its terms; I also understand that this letter intends to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the largest extent allowed by law and agree that if any portion of this agreement is held to be not valid, the balance shall continue in full force and effect.

Frequest Questions

Q: What region of north India are we traveling to?
A: We're traveling from Delhi to Kasol to Kalga which is a part of Parvati Valley in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.

Q: What altitude would we be traveling to?
A: Kalga is at an altitude of approximately 9,498 ft (2,895 m)

Q: What will the temperature be like while we're there?
A: Temperatures rise to a maximum of 14°C during the day and can drop to a minimum of 1°C during the night

Q: Where will we be staying?
A: Rooms will be on a double-sharing basis. There will be common washrooms at Kalga and attached washrooms at Kasol. We're living in a guesthouse at Kalga and a hotel in Kasol.

Q: What about food?
A: Vagabond will provide 2 meals a day. We will take care of breakfast and lunch/dinner every day while in Himachal. Meals while traveling by bus from and to Delhi will not be covered. For our meals, we will provide you with home-cooked nourishing options at the homestay itself. Do reach out to us if you have any dietary restrictions. The cuisines will be shuffling between Indian, Israeli, Continental, and Tibetan. We urge you to go explore the various cuisines that Parvati Valley has to offer in Kasol.

Q: How will we be commuting?
A: We will be travelling from Delhi to Parvati Valley and back in an AC semi-sleeper Volvo bus. We will transit around Parvati Valley in 4-8 seater taxis.

Q: Is there mobile connectivity in Parvati Valley?
A: You will have a good network and internet connection at almost all the locations.

Q: Are there any ATMs where we're traveling?
A: There are a couple of ATMs at Kasol market, however, carry liquid cash at all times.

Q: Can I smoke/drink on this trip?
A: We at Vagabond do not refrain our participants from smoking or drinking on our backpacking trips. However, there are times you will be disallowed to do so (monasteries, treks, sacred spaces etc). Indulge in these activities very responsibly.

Q: What will the group size be?
A: We will be maximum 15 travellers and 1-2 Vagabond EMs.

Q: Is there any age limit to join this trip?
A: No, there is no age limit to join this trip. However, based on our previous experiences, the age group of travellers is usually between 21-35.

Q: Can I join this expedition solo?
A: Yes, of course, you can! We have a good number of solo travellers on almost every Vagabond experience.

Q: How physically fit do I need to be to join this trip?
A: This trip doesn't have a very high physical requirement. You need to be able to walk long distances on flat plains and be able to do a day trek too. Those who have a low tolerance of cold should be prepared with temperature-appropriate clothing.

Q: Are there doctors/hospitals in Parvati Valley?
A: Kasol market has a doctors dispensary which is at a convenient distance from our homestay