Shrikhand Mahadev Yatra
Overview
One of Himachal's most demanding pilgrimages — a guided trek to the 5,155 m Shrikhand Mahadev shivling, through meadows, glaciers and the sacred Parvati Bagh.
Trip highlights
Day-by-day itinerary6 days
- Day 1Travel DayJaon (Base)
ChandigarhJaon (Base)
PlanFull dayStayJaon (Base)- 01Morning departure from Chandigarh via Rampur
- 02Scenic drive along the Sutlej to Jaon village
- 03Orientation, gear check and overnight stay
Day 2Scenic DriveThachruJaonThachru
PlanFull dayStayThachru- 01Begin the ascent through dense forest
- 02Steep climb to the Thachru rest camp
- 03Acclimatisation briefing for the days ahead
- Day 3Scenic DriveParvati Bagh
ThachruParvati Bagh
PlanFull dayStayParvati Bagh- 01Trek past Kali Ghati and Bhim Talai
- 02Cross the flower meadows of Parvati Bagh
- 03Camp amid alpine blooms below the peak
- Day 4Scenic DriveReturn
Parvati BaghShrikhandReturn
PlanFull dayStayReturn- 01Pre-dawn summit push to the 72-ft shivling
- 02Darshan at Shrikhand Mahadev (5,155 m)
- 03Descend to Parvati Bagh for the night
- Day 5Scenic DriveJaon
Parvati BaghJaon
PlanFull dayStayJaon- 01Long descent back to the base village
- 02Celebratory dinner with the trek team
- Day 6DepartureChandigarh
JaonChandigarh
PlanFull dayStayChandigarh- 01Early drive back to Chandigarh
- 02Drop with darshan complete
Where you'll stay
1 nightJaon Base Camp Lodge
Jaon, Kullu
A simple mountain lodge at the roadhead where the trek begins — hot meals, a gear check and a warm bunk before the climb.
2 nightsParvati Bagh Alpine Camp
Parvati Bagh
Insulated dome tents pitched in the flower meadows below the peak, with sleeping bags rated for the altitude.
What's included
Included
- Chandigarh pickup & drop
- Transport to and from Jaon base
- Camping, tents & sleeping bags on trek
- All meals during the trek
- Experienced trek leader, guide & support staff
- Basic first-aid and oxygen support
Not included
- Air / train fare to Chandigarh
- Personal trekking gear & porters
- Travel insurance
- 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 6-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.