Yulla Kanda: The Temple Above the Clouds
An offbeat Himalayan trek from Shimla into the untouched Kinnaur Valley, culminating at the sacred high-altitude Yulla Kanda Lake and the revered Krishna Temple believed to be linked to Pandava legends.
- 3N/4D
- Delhi
- moderate
- Domestic
About this trip
Embark on a soul-stirring Himalayan journey with Yulla Kanda: The Divine Lake Trek, an offbeat escape into the untouched landscapes of Kinnaur Valley. Starting from Shimla, the journey takes you through scenic mountain roads and remote villages to Yulla Village, the gateway to this hidden trail. Trek through pine forests, flowing streams, and expansive alpine meadows to reach your base camp amidst pristine wilderness. The highlight is the climb to the sacred Yulla Kanda Lake, where the high-altitude lake reflects the surrounding Himalayan peaks, beside the revered Krishna Temple.
How the 3N/4D actually goes
Day 0: Delhi to Shimla - Overnight Departure
Reporting 08:00 pm, departure 10:00 pm from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
Day 1: Sutlej River - Rampur Pass
Drive into Kinnaur Valley along the Sutlej River via Rampur Pass. Overnight Tapri.
Day 2: Yulla Village
Drive to Yulla Village, trek to Yulla Base Camp through pine forests and meadows. Overnight Yulla Base Camp.
Day 3: Yulla Kanda Lake - Krishna Temple
Summit trek to Yulla Kanda Lake and Krishna Temple, descend, overnight return journey to Delhi via Shimla.
Day 4: Arrival in Delhi
Arrive Delhi, tour concludes.
What's covered
- Transportation by AC Volvo from Delhi to Shimla & Shimla to Delhi.
- All ground transportation and sightseeing from Shimla to Shimla by AC Tempo Traveller, as per the itinerary.
- Accommodation in Guesthouse at Tapri and Alpine tents stay at Yulla Base Camp on triple/quad sharing basis, as per the itinerary.
- Vegetarian meals - Breakfast on Day 2 & 3, Dinner on Day 1 & 2
- Entry tickets to all the specified sightseeing spots.
- A trip captain throughout the tour.
- Basic first aid kit.
- Driver bata, toll, tax, and permit charges.
- A trip full of unforgettable experiences and memories.
- Early check-in at the hotel (subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed).
- Any personal expenses.
- Trekking gear and personal equipment.
- Additional accommodation or food costs due to travel delays.
- Lunch and other meals not mentioned in the package inclusions.
- Additional costs due to flight/train cancellations, landslides, roadblocks, or other natural calamities.
- Adventure activities self-sponsored unless specified.
- Any other services not specified in the inclusions.
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