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Grahan Village Trek from Kasol

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India’s snow-studded gem, Himachal Pradesh is in the Himalayan range. Several perennial rivers flow through the state. Also known as the “Dev Bhumi”, Himachal Pradesh is filled with beautiful valleys, jaw-dropping mountain views, scenic hiking trails, mystical rivers, and spiritual monasteries. In this journey with us, you will be visiting Kasol, Chalal, and Grahan. Filled with many beautiful trails and scenic views there is no reason you shouldn’t be embarking on this journey!

A small village in the district of Kullu, Kasol has gained fame in recent years for its hippie culture and Israeli population. There are many treks one can take from Kasol with a famous one being the Kheerganga trek. Kasol is known for its many cafes with a river view.  

A hidden gem in the state of Himachal Pradesh is the village of Grahan. Grahan is 5-6 hours away from Kasol. The locals of Grahan are farmers who reap crops like potatoes, apples, and charas. The entire route from Kasol to Grahan is filled with beautiful views. It is 7,700 feet above sea level with only 50 houses and around 350 people. The houses are over 200 years old. The wooden houses, lush greenery, view of snow-capped mountains and fresh mountain air, Grahan is a very simple but beautiful heartwarming village. 

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Beautiful flowers at Grahan Valley
Grahan Valley
The Himalayan Range from Kasol - Grahan Village Trek
Snow clad Grahan Village

Trek Details

  • Trek Distance: 8 km
  • Trek Level: Easy ( Difficulty Level is subjective )
  • Trek Altitude: 2347 m / 7700 feet
  • 2 Nights/3 Days

Short Itinerary

Day 0: Drive from Delhi to Kasol

Day 1: Kasol and Around. Night stay at Kasol

Day 2: Kasol to Grahan Village

Day 3: Grahan Village to Kasol. Later depart for Delhi

Price Inclusions

  • To and fro Transport Delhi to Kasol and return
  • 1 Night stay in camps at Kasol, 1 Night stay in Hometstay at Grahan
  • 2 Breakfast, 2 Lunch, 2 Dinner
  • Camping Essential (Sleeping bags, mattress, camps)
  • Trip Leader
  • Experience that you gain

Price Exclusions

  • Any meals not included above
  • Any kind of personal expenses
  • Any kind of insurance (health, medical, life accidental,etc )
  • Anything not included above
  • Any Entry Fees
  • Any additional expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like cancellation/roadblocks/landslides/ strike or any other natural causes out of human control or any emergency evacuation expenses.

Pickup Point

New Delhi (Akshardham Metro Station, Gate 1 – 9:00 PM)

Timings are tentative and shall be confirmed in advance

Things to Carry

  • Trekking shoes: Carry waterproof trekking shoes with good grip and ankle support. Do not carry sports shoes.
  • Three layers of warm clothes: Carry two or three-layer jackets, fleece jackets and a padded jacket.
  • Two/Three trek pants: Carry light cotton trek pants. Denim/jeans and shorts are not suitable for trekking.
  • Three t-shirts (collared/dry-fit): Full sleeved t-shirts that prevent sunburns on the neck and arms. Carry one or two dry-fit t-shirts.
  • Thermals: Carry thermals (top and bottom).
  • Sunglasses: Sunglasses are mandatory. There will be a lot of snow on the trek and can cause snow blindness.
  • Cap: At high altitude, the sun is extra harsh so carry a cap to protect yourself.
  • Waterproof hand gloves: Carry waterproof gloves and avoid woollen gloves as they will get wet if you touch snow.
  • Socks (3-4 pairs) and a pair of woollen socks: Apart from two sports socks, you can take a pair of woollen socks for the night.
  • Headlamp/LED torch: Mandatory
  • Raincoat/Ponchos: At high altitudes, snowfall and rain are quite common and it’s mandatory to carry a poncho so that you don’t get wet. The trek will continue as planned even during rainfall. Your poncho should protect you from the rain. Carry a backpack cover for extra protection from rain for your belongings.
  • Documents – ID (Driver’s License, AADHAR Card, Voter ID:: Passport and Visa copy for Foreign Nationals)
  • Day Pack ( Small Bag of 10 litres to carry necessary stuff for the day )

Grahan Village Trek - A Detailed Itinerary

Day 0: Delhi to Kasol

Assemble at your designated pick-up points and we shall kickstart this adventure! We will leave Delhi by 7 PM and reach Kasol the next morning with a stop for dinner. Kasol is 513 kms away from Delhi.

Day 1: Explore Kasol

We shall reach Kasol at around 10 AM. Recharge yourself by breathing in the mountain air, having a hot delicious local breakfast and we are sure the exhaustion due to the journey will die away leaving you with high spirits to explore around. 

We will begin the local sightseeing of Kasol and Chalal by afternoon. Kasol is known for its beautiful coniferous forests and crystal-clear mountain streams. We take a few short hikes to view some beautiful sceneries. Kasol is also known for its cafes with continental food and a market which is every shopaholic’s paradise. Located a short trek away is Chalal with its rustic charm. After exploring both, we head back to the campsite for dinner and a goodnight’s sleep.

Day 2: Kasol to Grahan

We start our trek to Grahan after breakfast. The trek is 12kms one way, but it is not a very tough trail. The trek starts from the bridge which separates Old Kasol from the New Kasol. With the sound of the bees and insects along with the rumbling of the river Parvati, we walk under the shade of huge pine trees. There are some wooden bridges that we have to cross on the way, and they add more charm to this quaint place. The second bridge is a sign that we have come halfway through! We cross the nallah over a bridge and the path leads uphill. After a steep climb of about 1 hour, the sight of houses will let us know that we have reached Grahan village.

Our base camp also has a café with spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks. After a long day of walking, we can finally cozy up around the bonfire and relax. We have dinner and sleep the night away.

Day 3: Grahan to Kasol and back to Delhi

We wake up early to witness the magnificent sunrise. If time and weather constraints play in our favor, we shall hike to a few waterfalls. After breakfast, we visit two prestigious temples and learn about the local culture. We start our downhill trek back to Kasol which takes about 3-4 hours. 

Once we reach Kasol, a vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Delhi. We will start our journey back with a stop for dinner. 
We reach Delhi by 7 AM and say goodbye with lots of memories and new friends made!

 

FAQ

I'm a solo traveller, Can I join?

The interesting thing about traveling alone is that you get to meet new people from  diverse backgrounds, and towards the end you are no longer strangers. Hence solo travelers are always welcome to join us on our trips. Read more about solo travelling here and get inspired! https://www.plantheunplanned.com/solo-yet-accompanied/ 

Is it safe for Women/Girls?

Safety and security is our priority at all times. Hence it is absolutely safe for women/girls to join us on our treks and travels. Our trek leaders accompany the team at all times, and our campsites are secured and safe for accomodation. We also have female trek leaders who accompany on most of our treks.

 

What will be the group size?

Usually, we take maximum of 15-18 people in one group. We believe bigger groups have less fun and less coordination so that’s why we prefer smaller groups.

We need at least 4 people to operate our fixed departure tours/treks.

How do I avail discounts? 

Details for availing  discounts are mentioned in the following link, https://www.plantheunplanned.com/membership/

What is cancellation policy?

Here’s the cancellation policy for Himalayan Treks/Backpacking Trips/Road Trips

  • If you cancel before 30 days – 90% of amount will be refunded
  • If you cancel between 20 -30 days – 75% % of amount will be refunded
  • If you cancel between 15-19 days – 50%  will be refunded
  • If you cancel between 7-14 days – 25 % amount will be refunded
  • If you cancel between 0- 7 days before the departure date – No amount would be refunded.

Note: For All The Above Refund Cases Transaction Fees/Internet Handling Charges will be dedcuted from the overall amount and balance amount shall be refunded. You can transfer your ticket to anyone so that you could save your hard earned money

For other trips and travels with us, and detailed terms and conditions check the      following link : https://www.plantheunplanned.com/refund-cancellation-policy

For more queries please visit our Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ's).

Notes

  • Consumption of alcohol, intoxicants, and smoking would not be tolerated during the entire course of the journey. Kindly co-operate with us to make the experience more fun.
  • Put Litter in its place, do not trash the mother earth.
  • In the case of traffic delays or breakdowns expect a few delays in reaching the destination.
  • All the meals will be Veg if included
  • Plan The Unplanned will not be responsible for any loss/ hamper of your possessions. We request you to be alert about whatever you carry.
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