Here is The Land Of Wanderlust’s blueprint to an eight-day backpacking trip around the lesser-known Buddhist town of Rewalsar, the hidden high-altitude Parashar Lake in Mandi district and the backpacker hot spots of Kasol and Grahan in Parvati Valley. For more information please read our detailed blueprint. Kasol Trip cost: Rs. 10,000 + 5% GST =...Read More
Here is The Land Of Wanderlust’s blueprint to a nine-day backpacker road trip around Kinnaur Valley the land of apples and stunning landscapes which is still very much unexplored and untapped. Our road trip takes travellers to the towns of Kalpa, Sangla and the nomadic villages of Rakcham and Chitkul the latter being last village on...Read More
This is The Land Of Wanderlust’s blueprint to a backpacking trip around Parvati Valley & Parashar Lake in Himachal Pradesh for seven days. Parvati Valley Trip Cost: Rs 10,000 + 5% GST = Rs 10,500/- Inclusion: Accommodation Travel Entry Fees All travel starts and ends at New Delhi Exclusion: Food Only on payment of 50% of the...Read More
Mikkim village is a 20 minute relatively flat drive from the town of Kaza in Spiti Valley, covering around 32 km and crossing a cable suspended bridge and one will enter the Pin Valley National Park area and reach the village of Mikkim. This is also the first village in the Pin Valley. Mikkim is situated...Read More
Kunzum Pass or Kunzum La as it is known by the locals is a high altitude mountain pass which is situated at a towering altitude of around 15,059 feet above sea level (4,590 m). Kunzum Pass is the gateway to Spiti Valley via Kullu Valley and Lahaul Valley in Himachal Pradesh. Kunzum pass lies on the...Read More
The journey to the Middle Land or the Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh is a journey that captures the imagination of travellers and is arguably the best road trip in India. Here are 21 must-do things while in Spiti Valley: Table of Contents1. Nako village walk:2. The Mummy village:3. Monastery stay in Tabo:4. Meditate in the...Read More
The ancient town of Neemrana in Nothern Rajasthan is a lesser-known, yet very good weekend gateway option from the national capital, New Delhi and also the state capital of Rajasthan. The town is well known for its 16th-century hill fort. Reaching Neemrana, from either New Delhi or Jaipur is not at all a task. If you...Read More
A 15 minute bus ride from the town of Nawalgarh and one will reach Dundlod, a prominent place of the Shekhawati region in Northern Rajasthan. Dundlod is well known for its fort and havelis all around. The history of Dundlod dates back to the early 1700 AD when the town was handed over as a reward...Read More
Around 153 km from the state capital of Jaipur in Rajasthan is the Shekhawati region is the desert town of Mukundgarh. It is the gateway to the famous traveller town of Mandawa. Mukundgarh is also pronounced as Mukangadh by many locals and is a village between the towns of Jhunjhunu and Sikar. The history of Mukundgarh...Read More
Located around 10 km to the south-east of the town of Mandawa is the tiny village of Churi. It was founded in the late 19th century and was home to the well known Marwari families of the Kejariwals and the Nemanis. The best way to reach Churi is by taking the local bus from Mandawa or...Read More
Nawalgarh is one of the biggest and most bustling towns of the Shekhawati region and is located in the Jhujhunu district of the royal state of Rajasthan in northern India. It lies midway between Jhunjhunu which is 39 km and Sikar 30 km away. The town is famous for its frescoes and Havelis and is known...Read More
Mahansar is a small, charming and laid back village located around 6 km south-west from the town of Ramgarh. Mahansar is located in Jhunjhunu district at a distance of 40 km from Jhunjhunu near the trifurcation of Jhujhunu, Churu and Sikar districts in Rajasthan This Shekhawati village of Mahansar can be easily reached by the local...Read More
Leh-Ladakh the land of Lamas and Yaks, boasts of some of the highest passes in the world and most beautiful and rugged terrain. Manali and Srinagar are the two gateways to this heaven on earth. Ladakh is possibly on every person’s bucket list and we at TLOW have a host of budget backpacker road trips lined...Read More
Located on Netaji Subhash Marg, Chandni Chowk Red Fort is accessible from all parts of Delhi due to its central location. There are local buses which go directly to Red Fort from ISBT Kashmiri Gate, the New Delhi airport and railway station. The monument is also easily accessible by Delhi Metro which connects the old and...Read More
Located around 34 km west of the town of Mandawa is Ramgarh which was once of the wealthiest towns in 19th century India. Ramgarh is situated in the Sikar district of Northern Rajasthan. Ramgarh is the second town which can be visited on a day trip from Mandawa after exploring Fatehpur. The best way to reach...Read More
There are many things that are synonymous with Parvati Valley in Himachal Pradesh. We tell you 21 must do offbeat things while in this Himalayan haven. Table of Contents1. Dogs:2. Enjoy the beauty, forget the selfie:3. Pizza at Tosh:4. Yolo Camping:5. Fairy forest:6. Attend a Psy party:7. Chill by the Parvati:8. Hike to a hot spring...Read More
Here is The Land Of Wanderlust’s list of 15 offbeat things to do while in the town of Dharamshala, the home of the Dalai Lama and his people in exile from Tibet. Table of Contents1. Walk to Dharamkot village:2. Night stay at Triund:3. Shopping:4. Dharamshala Luffing:5. Street play:6. Dalai Lama temple:7. Movie at the theatre:8. Sunset...Read More
Located around 21 km south-west of the town of Mandawa is a small sleepy, desert town of Fatehpur which is also called the culture capital of. Fatehpur is situated in the Sikar district of northern Rajasthan. The town of Fatehpur was established in 1451 by Nawab Fateh Khan and hence derives its name from its former...Read More
A four-hour bus ride from the pink city of Jaipur, the capital of the royal state of Rajasthan will take one to the town of Mandawa in Jhunjhunu district of Northern Rajasthan. Mandawa is famous for its ancient Havelis and the towering Mandawa fort which has now been converted into a heritage luxury hotel. Mandawa is...Read More
Here is a checklist of things to have while backpacking to the Western Indian state of Gujarat for a minimum of travel of 5 days to a maximum of four weeks Table of ContentsGujarat Travelling gear:Gujarat Clothing:Gujarat Accessories: Gujarat Travelling gear: A rucksack of a minimum 50 liters.(Must have) A day pack to move around with...Read More
Here is The Land Of Wanderlust’s blueprint to an eight-day backpacking trip around Dharamshala the lesser-known villages of Rewalsar and Parashar Lake in Mandi district and Mcleodganj is the land known as mini-Tibet because of the thousands of Tibetan refugees who call this place home. For more information please read our detailed blueprint. Dharamshala Trip cost:...Read More
There aren’t many options when it comes to camping in Maharashtra or camping around Mumbai but over the years Bhandardara has become one of the most frequent and energetic camps for The Land Of Wanderlust (TLOW). From travel to food to tents, TLOW does it all, so here’s a list of the top things to do...Read More
Rewalsar is a religious town built around Lake Rewalsar or Tso Pema as it is more fondly known by locals, in the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh. The town is situated at an altitude of around 4,460 feet above sea level (1360 metres). Rewalsar is located around 23 km south-west of the district headquarters of Mandi....Read More
Often called the Scotland of the South, Coorg is an idyllic destination for families, trekkers and nature enthusiasts in Karnataka. It’s the ideal place to get one with nature, or spend a relaxing time in a quiet town over some good food. To reach Coorg, you have to arrive at Mangalore, Bangalore or Mysore (the closest...Read More
The beautiful and picturesque region of Mcleodganj in the Kangra valley of the Himalayas is home to more than a 1000 refugees from Tibet, the place has a spiritual aura surrounding it with monasteries, prayer flags and prayer wheels. On the other hand, Rewalsar is a small village in the Mandi district with a beautiful lake...Read More
To the East of Mumbai lies the magnificent Elephanta Island which houses the caves of the same name. The Elephanta Caves is natively known as Gharapurichi Leni. The island is also known as ‘the city of caves’ or Gharapuri or also as Pory Island. About 10 kilometres or 6.2 miles into the Arabian Sea from Mumbai...Read More
Manikaran or Manikaran Sahib as it is famously known amongst the religious pilgrims visiting the village is situated in the Parvati Valley of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh. Manikaran is situated alongside the Parvati River, at an altitude of 5,574 feet above sea-level. As the names suggest is the land of the Himalayas and so Manikaran...Read More
When one visits the temple town of Gokarna here are some must-do things around the town and on the remote beaches which still have the hippie cult thriving at their very best. Table of Contents1. Gokarna Hiking:2. Ice Nutella:3. Prawn Pizza on a Banana leaf:4. Seafood Lasagna:5. Collect Souvenir:6. Hippie Shopping:7. Idli dosa:8. Kudlee flea market:9....Read More
Situated at a towering altitude of around 12,139 feet above sea-level is the village of Rangrik. It is considered to be the largest village in Spiti Valley in terms of area and population. The village of Rangrik is location around 8 km from the sub-district headquarters of Kaza. The village is also referred to as new...Read More
Located around 52km west of the town of Leh in the Ladakh sub-division of the Trans-Himalayan state of Jammu & Kashmir is the holy village of Likir, which houses a Gompa by the very same name. The village of Likir is situated at an altitude of around 11,483 feet above sea level. Likir There are two...Read More
