Jibhi & Tirthan Valley Itinerary from Delhi (4N/5D)

Day 1: Delhi to Jibhi (Overnight Journey)

Distance: 500 km
Travel Time: 12–14 hours

• Depart from Delhi by evening or night.
• Options:
  • Overnight Volvo bus to Aut → local taxi to Jibhi (1.5 hrs)
  • Self-drive / hired cab via Chandigarh – Bilaspur – Mandi – Aut
• Enjoy a scenic drive once you cross Aut Tunnel.
• Arrive at Jibhi early morning.
• Check in to homestay / boutique cottage.
• Rest and acclimatise.

Overnight: Jibhi

Day 2: Explore Jibhi – Waterfalls & Village Walks

Activities:

• Leisurely breakfast with forest views.
• Visit Jibhi Waterfall (short forest walk).
• Explore local wooden Himachali houses and apple orchards.
• Optional café hopping or riverside relaxation.
• Evening bonfire (weather permitting).

Optional Add-on:

• Visit Mini Thailand (Chehni Kothi river stretch)

Overnight: Jibhi

Day 3: Jibhi → Jalori Pass → Raghupur Fort → Tirthan Valley

Distance: 35 km (excluding hike)

Morning

• Early breakfast.
• Drive to Jalori Pass (3,120 m) – approx. 1 hour.
• Snow views in winter, alpine meadows in summer.

Raghupur Fort Hike

• Start easy-to-moderate hike (2 km one way) from Jalori Pass.
• Reach Raghupur Fort ruins.
• Enjoy panoramic views of:
  • Great Himalayan ranges
  • Endless alpine meadows
• Picnic lunch recommended.

Afternoon

• Return to Jalori Pass.
• Drive down towards Tirthan Valley (Gushaini area).
• Check in to riverside homestay.

Overnight: Tirthan Valley

Day 4: Tirthan Valley – Great Himalayan National Park

Activities:

• Morning by the Tirthan River.
• Visit Great Himalayan National Park (GHNP) entry zone.
• Short nature walk / guided trail inside the eco-zone.
• Optional:
  • Trout fishing (seasonal)
  • Village walk in Gushaini
  • Relax by the riverside café

Evening:

• Sunset views with mountain tea.
• Storytelling, stargazing, or bonfire.

Overnight: Tirthan Valley

Day 5: Tirthan Valley to Delhi

Distance: 480 km
Travel Time: 12–14 hours

• Early breakfast.
• Drive back to Aut.
• Continue journey to Delhi via Mandi – Bilaspur – Chandigarh.
• Reach Delhi by late night.

Best Time to Visit

• March–June: Pleasant weather, lush greenery
• October–November: Clear skies, autumn colours
• December–February: Snowfall near Jalori Pass (road conditions apply)

Stay Recommendations

• Jibhi:
  • Wooden cottages, boutique homestays, forest lodges
• Tirthan Valley:
  • Riverside homestays in Gushaini, eco-lodges

Travel Tips

• Jalori Pass may close during heavy snowfall check road status.
• Carry cash (limited ATMs).
• Network is limited BSNL works best.
• Pack good walking shoes and warm layers year-round.