About this tour
Shangarh is a hidden alpine meadow village at 8,500 ft in Sainj Valley — no cafes, no crowds, no tick-box tourism. Just old wooden houses, apple orchards, endless grasslands and silence that actually heals. This isn’t a trip with a packed schedule. It’s a house party in the mountains. We take over a cozy Himachali guesthouse for the weekend, cook together, play music, walk through meadows if you feel like it, and spend nights around a bonfire under a sky full of stars. BYOB friendly. All strangers welcome — most people come solo and leave with a group chat that stays alive for months. If you’re tired of regular tourism and just want good people, good music, mountain air and zero agenda — this is it. All strangers, friends and couples welcome.
Quick info
Tour Itinerary
- 09:00 PM: Pickup -- Majnu Ka Tilla / Kashmere Gate ISBT
- Overnight drive to Shangarh (approx 12-13 hrs)
- 10:00 AM: Arrive Shangarh guesthouse -- check-in, freshen up, breakfast with valley views
- 12:00 PM: Free time -- nap, explore village, read, play cards, or just do nothing
- 02:00 PM: Lunch at guesthouse (home-cooked Himachali style)
- 04:00 PM: Optional short walk to Shangarh Meadow and Shangchul Mahadev Temple -- 20 min easy walk through apple orchards and open grasslands with 360-degree mountain views
- 06:30 PM: Sunset from meadow or guesthouse terrace
- 07:30 PM: Evening chai and snacks
- 08:30 PM: Dinner (veg and non-veg buffet style)
- 10:00 PM: Bonfire, music (carry your speaker or guitar), BYOB session, group games and stargazing -- main party night
- 09:00 AM: Slow wake-up -- breakfast served till late
- 11:00 AM: Brunch and checkout
- 12:00 PM: Group photos, exchange Instas, goodbyes
- 12:30 PM: Departure for Delhi
- Next Morning: Arrive Delhi NCR (estimated 6-7 AM)
What's included
- AC tempo traveller (Delhi to Shangarh and back)
- 2 nights stay in traditional Himachali guesthouse (wooden rooms, valley views, attached washrooms)
- All meals -- 2 breakfasts + 1 brunch + 2 lunches + 2 dinners
- Evening chai and snacks both days
- Bonfire setup both nights
- Music setup for bonfire nights
- Shangarh Meadow guided walk
- Trip captain throughout
- Tolls, parking and driver charges
Not included
- Alcohol and beverages (BYOB -- we can help source locally if needed)
- Meals during travel (dinner Day 1, breakfast Day 4)
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Room heater charges if required (Rs 200-300 per room per night in winters)
- 5% GST on total amount
- Anything not mentioned above
Things to carry
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar or Driving License -- mandatory)
- Warm jacket and layers (nights drop to 5-10°C even in summer)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Torch or headlamp (village has limited street lights)
- Power bank and phone
- BYOB -- your choice of drinks (we can arrange locally too)
- Speaker, guitar, UNO cards -- anything that adds to the vibe
- Personal medicines if any
- Cash (no ATM in Shangarh -- nearest in Aut, 25 km away)
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
Tour rules & guidelines
- This is a house party vibe trip, not a sightseeing schedule -- if you want a packed itinerary, this isn't for you
- All strangers, friends and couples welcome -- solo travellers make up 70% of our groups
- Rooms shared with same gender unless twin sharing booked
- BYOB friendly -- alcohol allowed responsibly at guesthouse and bonfire area. We don't provide it but can help you source locally
- Shangarh has zero mobile network except BSNL (works partially) -- true digital detox
- Mountain weather changes fast -- carry warm layers
- This is a community trip -- vibe with the group, help with small tasks, respect the space
- Return timing may shift plus or minus 1-2 hrs
- Seat confirmed only after advance payment received
Important notes
- Be on time (bus will not wait)
- Carry a valid ID (government-issued)
- Follow the trip leader (for smooth coordination)
- Respect others (no rude or unsafe behavior)
- Misbehavior or harassment = removal without refund
- Don't litter (help keep city clean)
- Itinerary may change (due to local/weather reasons)
- Organizer not responsible for lost items
Meeting points
- Majnu Ka Tilla / Kashmiri Gate ( pickup )
- same Delhi NCR pickup point ( Drop )