Location: Manali (6,700 ft)

Your journey begins in the lush forests of Manali. The day is focused on intentional movement to help your body adapt to the thinning air.

• Evening: A sunset acclimatization walk followed by a formal expedition briefing and a warm welcome dinner.
• Explorer's Note: Acclimatization is an art. We start low to aim high.

Route: Manali to Khanjar to Tharang Campsite | Stats: 140 km Drive, 5 km Trek, 11,000 ft

We leave the greenery behind, crossing the Atal Tunnel into the rain-shadow region of Lahaul.

• Cultural Stop: Explore the Mrikula Mata Temple, an 11th-century masterpiece of wood-carved legends.
• The Trail: From Khanjar village, we climb steeply to Doksa before the valley opens into vast, flower-strewn meadows.
• Campsite: Sleep under the gaze of the Tharang Peak massifs.

Route: Tharang to Zardong | Stats: 8 km, 4-6 Hours, 12,800 ft

The terrain turns prehistoric. We follow a flat, wide valley floor that feels like the edge of the world.

• Geology: We navigate the Boulder Zone, a field of massive rocks deposited by ancient ice. Look for the small cave shrine dedicated to the local mountain deity.
• Views: Keep your eyes on the Miyar Shivaling, a sharp spire of rock piercing the sky.

Route: Zardong to Phalphu | Stats: 8 km, 4-6 Hours, 13,200 ft

Today, we reach the Snout - the point where the glacier meets the valley.

• Landscape: We trek across dry lake beds and cross crystal-clear streams flowing from the Tadong Glacier.
• Campsite: Phalphu is a high-altitude sanctuary surrounded by 6,000m peaks. It is the ultimate spot for Himalayan stargazing.

Route: Phalphu to Gompa Campsite | Stats: 9 km, 5-7 Hours, 12,400 ft

We begin our return, but the beauty doesn't fade. The trek back offers a wide-angle perspective of the valley's U-shaped glacial architecture.

• The Site: Our camp is nestled near a tranquil pond and a shepherd's hut, named after the dome-like Miyar Gompa peak.

Activity: Rest & Exploration (Reserve Day) | Stats: 4-6 km, 4 Hours

A day to breathe, reflect, and listen to the land.

• The Folklore: Hike to the ruins of an ancient monastery. Local legend tells of a hermit whose presence once blessed this valley. The ruins offer a hauntingly beautiful vantage point over the peaks.
• Purpose: This day ensures we have a safety buffer for weather while allowing your muscles to recover.

Route: Gompa to Khanjar to Manali | Stats: 6 km Trek, 5-Hour Drive

A gentle morning walk brings us back to the road-head at Khanjar. We board our vehicles and head back through the Chandra-Bhaga valley.

• Transition: Watch the desert landscape of Lahaul slowly melt back into the pine forests of Kullu.
• Evening: A final celebratory dinner in Manali to toast to the mountains.

Location: Manali Departure

After a final Himalayan breakfast, check out and begin your journey home. You leave with more than just photos - you leave with the spirit of the Miyar.