5-Day Tirthan Valley Itinerary from Delhi by Tempo Traveller | Group Trip Guide

📅 Day 0: Depart from Delhi – Overnight Journey to Tirthan Valley

• Departure Point: Delhi (R.K. Ashram/ISBT)

• Distance: ~500 km | Travel Time: 12–14 hours

• Mode: 17-Seater Tempo Traveller

Evening:
Group departure around 6–8 PM. Overnight journey via Chandigarh – Mandi – Aut Tunnel. Carry travel pillows, snacks, and warm clothing for the road.

🌄 Day 1: Arrive in Tirthan Valley – Riverside Retreat & Campfire

• Morning:

  • Reach Gushaini or Jibhi

  • Check-in to riverside cottages or camps

• Day Activities:

  • Rest and enjoy scenic views of the Tirthan River

  • Play group games, dip feet in the river

  • Explore local cafes or just relax

• Evening:

  • Bonfire, snacks & music by the riverside

🎒 Group Tip: Carry your Bluetooth speaker and board games!

🏞️ Day 2: GHNP Trek + Waterfalls + Nature Walks

• Morning:

  • Early breakfast

  • Visit Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) – guided hike to Rolla (~4-5 hrs round trip)

• Afternoon:

  • Return to base, relax with riverside lunch

• Evening:

  • Free time or short nature walk

  • Group dinner with local Himachali cuisine

📷 Don’t miss clicking the iconic suspension bridge in Gushaini.

🏔️ Day 3: Jalori Pass & Serolsar Lake Hike | Visit Jibhi Waterfall

• Morning:

  • Drive to Jalori Pass (3,120m)

  • Optional: Trek to Serolsar Lake (5 km one-way)

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Jibhi Waterfall

  • Lunch at local café in Jibhi

• Evening:

  • Return to stay / overnight in Jibhi or Gushaini

🚐 Tempo Note: Road to Jalori Pass is narrow – ensure experienced driver.

🏡 Day 4: Local Culture + Chehni Kothi + Chill Day

• Morning:

  • Visit Chehni Kothi – Himachali tower temple (short uphill hike)

  • Explore Nagini village

• Afternoon:

  • Optional: Trout fishing session (requires permit)

  • Free time for café hopping or photography

• Evening:

  • Special group dinner with music night

🎣 Add-on: Book a local for a trout fishing lesson!

🚐 Day 5: Drive Back to Delhi

• Morning: Breakfast & check-out

• Travel: Depart by 7–8 AM to reach Delhi late evening (~8–10 PM)

• Stops: Enroute lunch near Mandi or Bilaspur

📦 Group Essentials: Collect bags, ID proofs, chargers, etc.

📝 Inclusions for Tempo Traveller Group Trips

• 17-seater A/C Tempo Traveller with pushback seats

• Experienced hill driver

• 4N stays (riverside cottages/homestays)

• 4 Breakfasts + 4 Dinners (can be customized)

• Guided hike to GHNP/Rolla

• Bonfire & group activities

🔑 Quick Travel Tips for Group Trips to Tirthan

• Best Time: March–June, Sept–Nov

• Network: BSNL & Jio (limited in higher altitudes)

• Carry:

  • Warm layers (even in summer)

  • Personal water bottle, trekking shoes, raincoat

• Safety: First aid kit, driver rest breaks, local emergency contact

📍 Places Covered

• Delhi

• Gushaini / Tirthan Valley

• Great Himalayan National Park

• Jibhi

• Jalori Pass

• Chehni Kothi