Kasol, Himachal Pradesh, India

Day 1: Arrival & The Riverside Chill

• Morning: Arrive in Kasol. Settle into a riverside camp.

• Afternoon: Visit the Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara and soak in the hot springs to relax your muscles after the long journey.

• Evening: Walk to Chalal Village (30 mins) for a quiet sunset.

• Dinner: Eat at Moon Dance Cafe in Kasol.

Day 2: The Ancient Mystery of Malana

• The Trip: Take a 1-hour taxi to the Malana Gate, followed by a 1.5-hour trek to the village.

• The Experience: Malana is one of the oldest democracies in the world. The locals consider themselves descendants of Alexander the Great.

• Important Rule: Do not touch anything or anyone in Malana. They have strict taboos and you can be fined for touching their temple or walls.

• Evening: Return to Kasol for the night.

Day 3: The Ascent to Kheerganga

• Morning: Take a taxi to Barshaini (the starting point for the trek).

• The Trek: A 4-6 hour hike through lush forests, passing waterfalls and the serpent-shaped "Rudra Nag" waterfall.

• The Reward: Reach the top of Kheerganga. It is a spiritual site where Lord Shiva is said to have meditated.

• Evening: Soak in the natural hot springs at the very top of the mountain while looking at snow-capped peaks. Stay overnight in a basic hilltop tent/cabin.

Day 4: Descent & The High Views of Tosh

• Morning: Watch the sunrise over the Himalayas from Kheerganga. Start your descent back to Barshaini.

• Afternoon: Instead of going back to Kasol, take a short 20-minute taxi from Barshaini to Tosh Village.

• Evening: Tosh is quieter and has a much better view of the glacier. Relax at Pink Floyd Cafe or Starlight Cafe. Stay overnight in Tosh.

Day 5: Tosh Waterfall & Departure

• Morning: Hike to the Tosh Waterfall (30 mins from the village). It’s a peaceful spot for photos and breakfast.

• Afternoon: Head back down to Kasol for some last-minute shopping (hemp products/souvenirs).

• Evening: Catch your evening Volvo bus from the Kasol bus stand back toward Delhi or Chandigarh.