5N/6D Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip

Q. Is there a cell phone network in Parvati and Jibhi Valley?

Yes, there is cell phone coverage in Parvati and Tirthan Valley. BSNL, Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone mobile connections work. Jio and Airtel are the best.

Q. Is there 4G/5G in Parvati Valley?

Yes, Jio and Airtel have the best 4G/5G network.

Q. Do Airtel and Vodafone work in Tosh?

Only BSNL has a cellular connection in these regions, and that too is very scratchy. However, there are spots in Tosh that have a network.

 Q. What time should we reach ISBT Kashmiri Gate?

Around 60 minutes prior to the departure of the bus is a good time to reach ISBT Kashmiri Gate.

Q. How to reach ISBT Kashmiri Gate?

-From the airport, take a direct AC bus that leaves every 30 minutes. Good options if you want to avoid the metro rush.

-Take a shuttle bus to the airport metro and then an express metro to New Delhi and finally take the yellow line to Kashmiri Gate. (Fastest way to reach ISBT)

Q. At ISBT Kashmiri Gate, where do we board the bus to Himachal?

At ISBT Kashmiri Gate, the platform no. for the bus to Bhuntar/ Mandi needs to be inquired at the HRTC inquiry counter. There will be no announcement made when the bus departs.

Q. Where will we meet the driver to pick you up from??

Our driver will meet you at the AUT Tunnel.

Q. So we have to board the bus all alone?

You won’t be alone, you’ll be with the rest of the group, and our WhatsApp group, which is made 36-40 hours before the start of the trip, will be used as the platform to coordinate.

Q. What kind of accommodation will be provided on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip?

We will be using homestays and guesthouses all along the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip.

Q. Will the accommodation be clean?

Since no one in the world likes to keep their home untidy, it’s safe to say that every place we stay at will be clean and will give you a homely feel.

Q. Will we get a bed, blankets, and pillows?

Yes, at every place we stay at you’ll get a blanket, a pillow, and if not a bed, then surely a mattress to sleep on.

Q. Will we get hot water for a bath?

Every guest house and homestay we stay at will have geysers, so you’ll surely get to have a bath at least once a day.

Q. Will the rooms be based on gender or mixed on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip?

It will be girls in a separate room and boys in a separate room, for all those backpacking solo on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip

Q. Why is food not included on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip?

Since this is a backpacking trip, we want to leave the eating for you’ll to explore on your own. You’ll never go hungry in Parvati and Tirthan Valley.

Q. Do we need to carry food along?

Not needed. Every place we stay at will have a cafe.

Q. What kind of food should we expect to get?

In Kasol, Tosh, you’ll get everything from pizzas to Israeli cuisine. While in other regions, you get Maggi, parathas, and the basic rajma dal (kidney beans) rice, pickle, mix vegetables, Rotis with some local chicken curry.

Q. Can we cook on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip?

Yes, you can cook. Provided you make the time.

Q. How to I avoid altitude sickness?

The only way to avoid altitude sickness is to rest well, keep yourself hydrated and have plenty of water.

Q. What about motion sickness?

Consulting your local physician is the best for motion sickness.

Q. Is there a hospital in Parvati & Tirthan Valley?

Yes. Kullu, Jari have hospitals.

Q.What will be our mode of transportation on the Backpacking Jibhi Kasol Tosh Road Trip?

A taxi will pick you’ll up from Mandi (Alto/ sumo / temp traveller)

Q. New Delhi to Himachal and back?

AC Volvo bus

Q. Bhuntar and Kullu Airport are the same?

There is only one airport in Kullu. Although located in Bhuntar, it is known as Kullu airport.

Q. Is the Serolsar Lake trek difficult?

It’s a 5km very easy trek to Serolsar lake.

Q. What is the altitude of different places in Parvati Valley?

Kasol – 5184 ft.

Pulga – 9498 ft.

Tosh – 7900 ft.

Kheerganga – 9711 ft.

Malana – 8701 ft.

Q. Do we need to carry a Poncho/ Umbrella?

The weather in Himachal is very unpredictable. It is always safe to carry a poncho.

What if there is a natural calamity or delay due to an external factor? Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances(strikes), or any delay arising due to an external factor etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).

TLOW, based on the Cancellation Date, shall withhold the following amounts stated in the table below from the Booking Amount or Trip Price as cancellation charges and refund the remainder to you.

The refund shall be paid to you within 21 calendar days from the Cancellation Date.

Cancellation Date is: Cancellation charges
– Before forty (40) calendar days prior to the date of commencement of the Trip, 15% of the Trip Price

– On or after forty (40) calendar days but prior to thirty (30) calendar days from the day of  commencement of the Trip, 30% of the Trip Price

– On or after thirty (30) calendar days but prior to twenty-five (25) calendar days from the day of commencement of the Trip, 50% of the Trip Price

– On or after twenty-five (25) calendar days but prior to twenty (20) calendar days from the day of commencement of the Trip, 75% of the Trip Price

– On or after twenty (20) calendar days but prior to fifteen (15) calendar days from the day of commencement of the Trip, 100% of the Trip Price

You may claim a refund only in case of a confirmed booking where you have paid the entire Booking Amount. Where there is part payment of the Booking Amount is made, the same shall be forfeited and there shall be no refund. 

For more information on the cancellation & refund policy, please read our T&C.