Ski touring in the Himalayas
In summary
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Sports
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Duration12 days
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LevelAdvance
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DestinationAsia / India
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AgeFrom 15 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions252.89 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
A unique journey to the heart of the Western Himalayas. At high altitude, at the foot of the world's highest peaks , you'll set off to conquer incredible ski slopes! Enjoy unforgettable moments and breathtaking, unexpected landscapes as you discover the rich culture of these vast valleys: from Sikh and Hindu territory to the Buddhist and Tibetan region of Lahaul province. A truly memorable and deeply moving experience !
The highlights
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Breathtaking landscapes
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A unique high-altitude journey
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Excellent skiing on varied slopes
Photos
Sport
Level
Ski touring
The expert's opinion
Good skiing ability required, advanced physical level due to the altitude (4000m-4500m altitude)
In figures
Ski touring
- Average duration/day: 4h30
- Average daily elevation gain: 1015 m
- Average daily descent: 1043 m
Management
1 French guide + 1 local guide
Program
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Arrival in New Delhi and transfer
- Transportation Minibus - 00h30 - 15km
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Airport pick-up in New Delhi, transfer to your hotel in New Delhi, and rest in a comfortable hotel. In the afternoon, visit some of the city's neighborhoods, then dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 1 -
Heading to the Himalayas
- Transportation Minibus - 11h - 520km
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer by minibus to Manali and first night in the Himalayas. The adventure can begin!
Day 2 -
First day of skiing in Sethan
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
That's it, we're skiing! We're heading out on a 4x4 track towards the Sethan area. Gentle, pleasant slopes, great views over the valleys, we're skiing at a relaxed pace. Overnight in Manali.
Day 3 -
Back to Manali
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Relaxation for those who wish to rest peacefully in Manali, or ski touring for those who prefer the Golaba meadows area. Return and overnight stay in Manali.
Day 4 -
Beasvalley meeting point at 5000m
- Transportation Minibus - 04h - 100km
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 900 m
- Negative elevation 900 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Departure for the Beas Valley and skiing in a magnificent cirque of peaks and glaciers at over 5000m. In the afternoon, we pass through the Attal Tunnel (under the Rothang Pass) to reach the Lahaul and Spiti region. Check-in at our guesthouse for a few days.
Day 5 -
On the attack against the Seven Sisters
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Positive elevation gain 1300 m
- Negative elevation 1500 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Departure from the guesthouse for a beautiful ascent on the south face. If conditions permit, we can cross the Ghondla/Seven Sisters pass (4700m) and ski the north-facing slopes. Return to the guesthouse or transfer to another guesthouse (if we skied down the north face).
Day 6 -
The Yotse Valley
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 4h
- Positive elevation gain 900 m
- Negative elevation 900 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer via a track to begin our hike in a very open landscape with breathtaking views of 6000-meter peaks. Exploration of the Yotse Valley
Day 7 -
Heading to Zanksar
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Accommodation Bed and Breakfast
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Change of valley and climb in altitude starting from Zanskar Sundo, on the road to the magnificent Shingula pass (5095m) for Zanskar.
High-altitude hike (a bit of a breather) and for those who want to, we'll go up to 5000mDay 8 -
Skiing in the Yotse Valley and back to Manali
- Activity Ski touring
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Positive elevation gain 1000 m
- Negative elevation 1000 m
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer to the Yotse Valley to explore a new, more remote area. Return to Manali and back to civilization; overnight in Manali.
Day 9 -
Rest day in Manali
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
A relaxing day in Manali, a pleasant place to stroll through the streets and buy souvenirs. Lunch is at your leisure today.
Day 10 -
Back to New Delhi
- Transportation Minibus - 11h - 550km
- Accommodation 2-star hotel
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
Transfer to New Delhi and overnight stay in New Delhi.
Day 11 -
End of this ski touring trip...
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner not included
Airport transfer and end of the program.
Day 12
Note
This ski touring trip itinerary in India is an example of how the trip might unfold. Weather and snow conditions, as well as the participants' skill level, may lead the guide to modify the itinerary or to reorder certain routes. We ask that you respect their decisions. We may also need to change accommodations, within the same category, due to logistical reasons or availability.
In the event of changes to the "Customs and Practices" established by local guide companies, which determine the reasonable number of clients per guide to ensure your safety, we will respect these changes, even if they occur after the trips have gone on sale. Such cases are rare and often linked to exceptional mountain conditions, and compensation may be requested if the number of participants per guide decreases.
Accommodation
Depending on the group composition, you may be with someone of the opposite sex.
- Hotels and guesthouses: double rooms to share. We have chosen good quality hotels (3-4 stars) with charm whenever possible so that you can make the most of your trip and get plenty of rest. Bed linens and towels are provided.
Depending on the group composition, you may be with someone of the opposite sex.
- Hotels and guesthouses: double rooms to share. We have chosen good quality hotels (3-4 stars) with charm whenever possible so that you can make the most of your trip and get plenty of rest. Bed linens and towels are provided.
Depending on the group composition, you may be with someone of the opposite sex.
- Hotels and guesthouses: double rooms to share. We have chosen good quality hotels (3-4 stars) with charm whenever possible so that you can make the most of your trip and get plenty of rest. Bed linens and towels are provided.
twin room with shared shower/toilet
Indian Dishes
Access
New Delhi Airport
Arrival on day 1 from 8am
Departure on day 12 from 8am
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- All local transport by minibus (or 4x4) from arrival at the airport on Day 1 until departure from the airport on Day 12
- Full board accommodation (shared double room), from the morning of Day 1 until the morning of Day 12 (except for lunch on Day 10)
- The high mountain guide from France and all his expenses (accommodation, meals, travel, etc...)
- The local guide and all their expenses (accommodation, meals, transportation, etc.)
- The driver and all his expenses
- The minibus and the 4x4
- Entry permits for restricted areas
- The welcome pack
The price does not include
- Round-trip flights to New Delhi (DEL), India
- Visa fees (between €40 and €100)
- Extras in accommodations and during meals
- Personal expenses
- Personal insurance
Options
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (
For example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return date. Consider visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to take into account any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
⚠️ For this trip, you will need to provide a photocopy of: - your passport (valid for 6 months after your return date for French, Belgian, and Swiss citizens) - your Indian visa. Please ensure your routine vaccinations are up to date. No vaccinations are required for entry into India for stays of less than 30 days, except for the yellow fever vaccination for travelers arriving from countries where the disease is present.
Equipment
Equipment to bring
- Touring skis equipped with touring bindings, climbing skins and crampons, poles, and crampons. All in excellent condition. We recommend freeride-style skis to fully enjoy the descents in all snow conditions and powder.
- Ski touring boots.
- Backpack: capacity 35/40L.
- Avalanche transceiver (DVA): If you own an avalanche transceiver, shovel, and probe, please let us know when you register. If you don't have any of these, we will lend you one free of charge.
- Padded ski bag for air travel.
- Ski helmet strongly recommended.
- Crampons, ice axe, harness.
Clothing to bring
This equipment list includes a series of recommendations, but it doesn't require you to have the latest gear. If you'd like to upgrade or supplement your equipment, take advantage of our advice to find suitable, lightweight, warm, and comfortable gear. Good equipment contributes to a successful trip!
For the head
- Warm hat or headband / Neck warmer or Buff
- Ski goggles and sunglasses with UV4 protection lenses. The photochromic lenses adapt to the light and vary from category 2 to category 4 to optimize visibility in both shade and sunlight. Very practical.
For the body
- Technical underwear: long-sleeved top and tights for added warmth under the pants.
- Lightweight fleece jacket / Synthetic down jacket with hood to slip under the Gore Tex and provide extra warmth during breaks / Jacket with waterproof and breathable membrane such as Gore Tex or soft shell, lightweight and compressible to reduce bulk in the backpack.
- Trousers with a waterproof and breathable Gore-Tex type membrane. Models with leg vents are recommended for uphill sections.
- Lightweight gloves (fleece or softshell) / Warm gloves with a waterproof and breathable membrane like Gore-Tex / Silk liner gloves. Mittens are a good solution for very cold days or for people sensitive to the cold.
- Swimsuit, it takes up so little space in your luggage that it would be a shame not to have it in case of need! Avoid shorts, as they are not often accepted in swimming pools and baths.
- Ski socks.
- Slippers are recommended for the evening. Dare to wear traditional French slippers, they're so comfortable!
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