Paragliding Hub Bir Billing with Barot by Volvo

5 (20 Reviews)

05D/04N

Himachal Pradesh

highlights

Bir Billing and Barot are two picturesque destinations located in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Here are some highlights of these places:

Paragliding in Bir Billing: Bir Billing is known as the paragliding capital of India and offers an incredible experience for adventure enthusiasts. The location is ideal for paragliding due to its favorable wind conditions and breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and the Dhauladhar range.
Buddhist Monasteries: Bir is also known for its Tibetan settlements and Buddhist monasteries. The region is home to several monasteries, including the popular Chokling Monastery and Sherab Ling Monastery. These monasteries are not only religious centers but also serve as places of tranquility and spiritual learning.
Bir Tea Factory: The Bir Tea Factory is a popular tourist spot where you can learn about the process of tea-making. You can witness the tea leaves being processed and packed, and even sample some freshly brewed tea. It's a great place for tea lovers to explore and understand the local tea culture.
Barot Valley: Barot is a small village nestled in the scenic Barot Valley. The valley is known for its lush green forests, gushing rivers, and serene atmosphere. It's an ideal place for nature lovers and adventure seekers. You can go for nature walks, trekking, fishing in the Uhl River, and camping amidst the beautiful surroundings.
Uhl River Hydroelectric Project: Barot is also famous for the Uhl River Hydroelectric Project. The project has a unique feature where water is diverted underground through a tunnel, and visitors can witness this fascinating engineering marvel. There is a small dam and a reservoir where you can enjoy boating and spend some peaceful time.
Rajgundha Valley Trek: Bir Billing and Barot serve as a base for the famous Rajgundha Valley Trek. This trek takes you through picturesque landscapes, dense forests, and charming villages. The trail offers stunning views of snow-capped mountains, waterfalls, and alpine meadows, providing a memorable experience for trekkers.
Local Culture and Cuisine: Both Bir and Barot offer a glimpse into the local Himachali culture. You can interact with the friendly locals, explore their traditions, and savor the delicious Himachali cuisine. Don't miss trying the local delicacies like Siddu, Madra, and Dham, which are a treat for your taste buds.

These are just a few highlights of Bir Billing and Barot. Both places offer a unique blend of natural beauty, adventure, and cultural experiences, making them must-visit destinations for travelers in Himachal Pradesh.

Overview

Inclusions:

Accommodation on twin / Triple sharing basis in hotels mentioned or similar
Breakfast & Dinner (Katra is with Breakfast only)
Transfers and Sightseeing by Sedan / Innova / Tempo traveller or similar Vehicle as per the booking suitable to the number of passengers travelling together.

Exclusions:

Govt service tax (GST) as per prevailing rates
Additional / personal use of vehicle.
Any personal expenses, room service and special orders, mineral waters, beverages, porterage, tips, phone calls, laundry etc.
Any extra excursions or sightseeing apart from the above specified itinerary.
Entrance fees, Camera fees, Heater Charges, Guide Charges
Any incidental and other expenses which are not specified in the inclusions.
Unforeseen Expenses because of the weather conditions.
Any up gradation in hotel room category.
Cost of Insurance.
Any extra expense such as route change, Date change, Accommodation facilities, etc incurred due to the unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances during the tour.
Any services or activity charges other than those included in the tour itinerary/ Holiday Package Offer

Vehicle Classification:

01 – 03 Pax Sedan

04 – 06 Pax Innova

07 – 12 Pax Tempo Traveller

Sedan: Maximum 3 Pax including Child

SUV (Innova): Maximum 6 Pax including Child

Tempo Traveller: Maximum 12 Pax Including child

In Volvo Packages for Prices is based as below

01 – 04 Pax Sedan

05 - -6 Pax Innova

Hotel Classification:

Standard: Basic 3* Standard Equivalent.

Deluxe: 3*** Equivalent.

Super Deluxe: Basic 4**** Standard Equivalent.

Luxury: 4**** Equivalent.

Welcome onboard to a wonderful destination Bir Billing. Bir is a village located in the west of Joginder Nagar Valley in Himachal Pradesh. Mostly referred as “Paragliding Capital of India”, Bir is also a noted centre for ecotourism, spiritual studies and meditation. Bir is also home to a Tibetan refugee settlement with several Buddhist monasteries and a large stupa. While Billing is the takeoff site for paragliding and Bir village is for landing; collectively it is known “Bir Billing”.

Overnight drive to Bir Billing by Bus.

Morning reach Bir and driver will meet you and transfer into your hotel. Check-in at the hotel. Later day is free.

In afternoon Visit Baijnath Shiva temple, Shiva Temple is a highly popular temple as it houses one of the 12 holy jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva in the country and devotees from across the country throng the temple to offer prayers to the lord. The temple, constructed in 1207 AD by Lord Shiva devotees and local merchants Ahuka and Manyuka, is believed to have medicinal powers as the water emerging from the temple is believed to heal people from their illnesses.The Baijnath temple redefines the Nagara style of architecture.

Chokling Monastery which is one of the most popular monasteries in Bir and is located in the middle of the Tibetan Colony. This place is also the home to a huge Stupa and also houses a magnificent statue of the Padmasambhava. after that visit: Dharmalaya Institute another popular destination often clubbed together with the Bhatti Monastery is the Dharmalaya Institute This institute focuses on sustainable living and holds several training sessions, workshops, retreats, etc. to share knowledge about green building, organic farming, sustainable village development, and so on.

Later back to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast. Be ready to soar the sky. Pilot will meet you at your hotel or at pick up location and proceed Take of Site. Drive to 14 Km and you will reach Billing, take of point. As you reach here be ready and fly in sky for around 10 Minutes and land safely at Bir landing site.

Here driver will meet you and drive to Barot. Barot Situated at a height of 1835 meter Barot is a beautiful place on the bank of river Uhl. It is famous for its Trout Fish Farm. The reservoir of Shanan power project built by Britishers is located here and adds to the scenic beauty of Barot. Barot is also the Gateway to the Nargu Wildlife Sanctuary spread over area of 278 sq. kms. It is the home of Monal, Wild Cats, Monkeys and the Black Bear. Brot is also the base for trek routes to Kullu & Kangra Valleys.

Upon arrival Check in at your hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.

After Breakfast, check out from hotel / camp and explore the Barot Valley. Later in afternoon drive back to Bir for your bus journey to back home.

Overnight journey by Volvo to Delhi

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TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Prices valid from to 15^th April 2023 – 15^th July 2023 (Except Long Weekend / Holidays)
25% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
Balance 75% before 10 days from the Tour Starts.
Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1400 Hrs & 1100 Hrs
All rates are per person rates on twin / triple sharing
Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only
Any amendment and cancellation in the booking before 10 days RS.500 Per Person are chargeable as communication charges.

IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER AND NOTE:

Tour-programme is subject to change depending upon circumstances. Vehicle is not at disposal - means it is for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary.
A/C will not work in Vehicle during your journey in Hills
Due to any unforeseen, unavoidable forced majeure circumstances incurred during the tour such as Road Blockage, Route change, vehicle unable to move due to snow in road, hotel shut operation, Protest etc and required to arrange extra vehicle or hotel, will be on extra charges and Guest has to pay directly.
Check in at 1400 hrs and check out 1100 hrs (Early Check in & Late checkout are subject to availability)

Names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on usage of these hotels and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issue with the hotel, or unavoidable circumstances. In that case we may provide alternative, similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise) and if this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.

MEALS:

The menus are pre – set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation. In standard/Budget category of hotels the meals preferences are veg meals, unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are mixture of veg and non veg preferences.

Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.

ITINERARY CHANGES:

For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments, prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In

the event if guest misses on any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on his part, he will not be entitled to claim refund of the same.

The timings mentioned in Day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits, en route meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.

CONDITION OF TRAVEL

Please note the readymade packages are made on the basis of destinations to be visited, sightseeing’s/excursions and activities to be done during the tour, keeping in view the time, cost and other factors while designing the package. The guest has to strictly follow the Tour itinerary. Any additional sightseeing’s and excursions apart from the suggested itinerary will be on supplement cost. Any additional transfers/ pickups/drops apart from the proposed itinerary shall be subject to additional charges payable apart from the package quote.

In case where a guest along with his family is unable to join or continue the tour due to any reason whatsoever including illness, death or loss of any travel documents, flight/train delays or cancellation no claim shall be entertained for refund of unutilized services, his booking shall be treated as 'no show' on the tour and 100% cancellation charges will be levied.

TRANSPORT

We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire, Innova/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case, any of the sightseeing schedules is missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances. Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.

IDENTITY PROOFS:

It is mandatory to carry the Photo identity Proof during travel and have to be presented at the time of Check Inn in all hotels for security reason.

OPTIONAL TOURS

Price for many tours like Rohtang Pass, visit to Atal tunnel, Chamba, Kangra etc are not included in price and Guest has to pay extra for any optional sightseeing they need to visit.

CANCELLTION POLICY: