Manimahesh Kailash Yatra
Overview
A soulful pilgrimage to the holy Manimahesh Lake at the foot of the Kailash peak — temple darshan at Bharmour, a moderate trek from Hadsar, and a dip in the sacred waters.
Trip highlights
Day-by-day itinerary5 days
- Day 1Travel DayBharmour
ChandigarhBharmour
PlanFull dayStayBharmour- 01Long scenic drive via Chamba valley
- 02Evening darshan at the 84 (Chaurasi) temples
- 03Overnight stay at Bharmour
Day 2Scenic DriveDhanchoBharmourHadsarDhancho
PlanFull dayStayDhancho- 01Short drive to the trek roadhead at Hadsar
- 02Trek to Dhancho beside the waterfall
- 03Overnight in tents / basic huts
Day 3AdventureManimahesh LakeDhanchoManimahesh Lake
PlanFull dayStayManimahesh Lake- 01Climb the steep Bandar Ghati section
- 02Reach the sacred Manimahesh Lake
- 03Holy dip and darshan of Kailash reflection
Day 4Scenic DriveBharmourManimaheshHadsarBharmour
PlanFull dayStayBharmour- 01Descend back to Hadsar
- 02Drive to Bharmour for a restful night
- Day 5DepartureChandigarh
BharmourChandigarh
PlanFull dayStayChandigarh- 01Early departure for the return drive
- 02Drop at Chandigarh
Where you'll stay
2 nightsBharmour Hillview Inn
Bharmour, Chamba
A cosy inn steps from the 84 temples, with valley-facing rooms and home-style Himachali meals.
1 nightDhancho Riverside Camp
Dhancho
Tented camp beside the Dhancho waterfall on the trek to the lake — basic, clean and unforgettable under the stars.
What's included
Included
- Chandigarh pickup & drop
- All road transport (Chamba/Bharmour/Hadsar)
- 3 nights stay + 1 night on trek
- Daily breakfast & dinner
- Trek guide & support staff
- Temple darshan assistance
Not included
- Air / train fare to Chandigarh
- Ponies / porters at Manimahesh
- Lunch & personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions
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What travellers say
Ananya & Rohit
“Every switchback opened onto something we didn't think was real. The crew read the mountains like a map and got us there safe.”
Daniel Okafor
“Riding the world's highest roads with these guys was the trip of a lifetime — flawless logistics, unreal scenery, zero worries.”
The Mehta Family
“They planned it around the kids without dumbing anything down. We came home with stories we'll be telling for years.”
Sara Fernandes
“Frozen waterfalls, empty roads and the warmest homestay hosts. The winter Spiti run was everything the brochure promised and more.”
Frequently asked questions
Tap “Book on WhatsApp” or send an enquiry using the form — our Shimla team confirms availability, shares the day-wise plan and blocks your dates against a small advance. The balance is payable before departure.
Pickup and drop are from Chandigarh. If you're arriving by flight or train, tell us your timings and we'll align the itinerary around them.
Absolutely. This 5-day plan is our recommended flow, but we can add nights, swap stays or build a private departure for your group — just mention it in your enquiry.
Yes — the starting price is per person (on twin/triple sharing) and varies with your travel dates, group size and room sharing. We'll share an exact, itemised quote before you pay anything.