Ring in the New Year with Snow, Mountains & Magic!
Get ready for a 7-day Himalayan celebration that blends snow-dusted landscapes, orchard trails, alpine meadows, and the charm of apple country. From Thanedar’s heritage orchards to Sangla’s snow wonderland, this journey is designed for mountain lovers, families, and photographers who want their New Year wrapped in adventure, warmth, and unforgettable memories.
Think snowball fights in Sangla, making your first snowman, cozy bonfires under starry skies, and scenic hikes through valleys blanketed in white. This is winter at its best playful, peaceful, and picture-perfect.
Why This New Year Journey Will Steal Your Heart!
Thanedar’s Apple Country – Wander through fragrant apple orchards, heritage homes, and colonial churches in the land where Himachal’s apple story began.
3 Signature Himalayan Hikes – From Thanedar’s heritage trails to Hatu Peak & Jawbagh Meadows, and the iconic Rakcham–Batseri snow walk, enjoy hikes with panoramic Himalayan views.
Epic Mountain Drives – Experience some of Himachal’s most scenic routes through the Sutlej & Baspa Valleys, filled with postcard-perfect vistas.
Chitkul – India’s Last Village – Journey to the edge of the border at Chitkul, where rustic charm meets dramatic mountain backdrops.
Snow Adventures in Sangla – Play in fresh snow, have snowball fights, make snow angels, and enjoy riverside strolls in a winter wonderland.
Cozy Bonfire Evenings – Unwind with bonfires, music, and winter festivities under a starlit Himalayan sky.
Boutique Mountain Stays – Relax in handpicked boutique retreats, surrounded by orchards and snowy peaks, with warm hospitality and hearty local meals.
Baspa River Bliss – Take gentle riverside walks, ideal for families, nature lovers, and photographers seeking peaceful Himalayan moments.
Day 1: Arrive Chandigarh – Drive to Thanedar
Arrive at Chandigarh and drive to the apple country of Thanedar (approx. 6 hours + breaks).
Check-in at a cozy Resort with warm hospitality and winter orchard views.
Evening at leisure or hot chai by the fire.
Overnight: Thanedar
Day 2: Explore Thanedar – Morning Hike & Visit to Hatu Peak
Morning hike to Thanedar → Parmjyotir Church (2–3 km, easy)
Visit Satyanand Stokes’ meditation cave
In the afternoon,visit Hatu Peak & Tani Jubbar Lake
Drive to Hatu Peak (3,400 m) for panoramic Himalayan views.(Easy 45-minute hike one way )
Short hike to Jawbag for stunning vistas.
Stop at Tani Jubbar Lake, surrounded by greenery.
Day 3: Thanedar – Sangla Valley
Scenic drive to Sangla (approx. 6 hours + breaks) through snow-tipped valleys and quaint villages.
Check-in at a riverside resort along the Baspa River, surrounded by apple orchards.
Evening stroll along the Baspa River to soak in the Himalayan winter charm.
Overnight: Sangla
Day 4: Excursion to Chitkul – India’s Last Village
Drive (1 hr 15 min) to Chitkul, the last Indian village before the Tibet border.
Gentle riverside walk and visit to the Army Post at Nagasthi.
Warm up with tea at Bharat ka Aakhri Dhaba!
Overnight: Sangla
Day 5: Signature Hike – Rakcham to Batseri
Distance & Time: 2–3 hours (approx). easy but long hike.
Embark on the signature winter walk along the Baspa River from Rakcham to Batseri.
Experience snow-dusted forests, quaint villages, and pristine riverside trails.
Evening at leisure with bonfire and winter festivities.
Overnight: Sangla.
Day 6: Sangla – Thanedar
Drive back to Thanedar (approx. 6 hours + breaks).
Evening at leisure to relax, take a final orchard walk, or enjoy a cozy fire.
Day 7: Thanedar – Chandigarh
Post-breakfast, depart for Chandigarh (approx. 6 hours + breaks).
Tour ends. Onward flights.
What is included in the tour
3 nights in Sangla + 3 nights in Thanedar (boutique stays).
All meals (Day 1 breakfast to Day 7 lunch).
AC Innova Crysta for all transfers & sightseeing (Chandigarh–Chandigarh).
Experienced mountain driver.
Guided hikes as per itinerary.
Permits, tolls & parking.
First aid kit in vehicle.
What is NOT included in the tour
Airfare / train fare to & from Chandigarh.
Personal expenses (laundry, phone, beverages).
Travel insurance (recommended).
Costs due to weather, roadblocks, or force majeure.
Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
GST.
