About the Tirthan valley

The Tirthan Valley gets thousands of tourists surrounding pristine lakes, historical temples, and waterfalls. Adventure fanatics and hikers visit Tirthan Valley to experience the exotic mountains and lush flora of Himachal Pradesh.

This wonderland is in the Kullu district of Himachal and is 1600m above sea level. Surrounded by the famous hill stations of Shimla and Manali, Tirthan Valley is a personification of green meadows and natural springs.

Photographers can capture blissful pictures near the waterfalls. These waterfalls meet at the confluence of the Tirthan and Sainj Rivers. The twin valleys of Tirthan and Banjar are excellent destinations for nature enthusiasts to submerge in the magical sceneries.

How to Reach Tirthan valley

Reach Bhuntar airport in Kullu from Delhi through the connecting flights. Book a taxi from the airport to reach Tirthan Valley. It is 50 km from Kullu district through the Chandigarh-Manali Highway. The straight route is by National Highway 303 throughout the year.

There are flights from Delhi and Chandigarh to Bhuntar with varying fares as the season. You can reach Tirthan Valley from the nearest railway stations of Ambala or kirtapur 200 km away. Tourists can book a taxi or personal cab from Chandigarh or Ludhiana to the valley. It is about 250km from Chandigarh to Tirthan valley and 295km from Ludhiana via National Highway.

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Best Time to visit tirthan valley

Tirthan valley in Summer

Summer is the best season to experience the enthralling beauty of hill stations. You can escape the heat waves of the plain from other parts of the country. Explore the luscious green meadows and chunks of apple orchards in the region. March to June in Trithan valley gives you the tranquility of the green surroundings and wild flora.

Tirthan valley in Winters

However, adventure enthusiasts visit in the winter to absorb the snowy vibes in the Himalayan Mountains. The local mountainous people are helpful to the tourists to reach different destinations.

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11 Places to visit near Tirthan valley

1. Great Himalayan National Park

It is one of the sightseeing places in Tirthan Valley to hike and enjoy with friends in camping. You can enjoy the calm and quiet environment with green meadows and amicable river streams. It is UNESCO's heritage property with breathtaking flora and animals. The park extends for 74sq km venturing into local cultures and traditions. It is home to around 181 species of birds and 31 mammals.

• Location- The national park is at the crossover junction of four valleys with Tirthan in Himachal Pradesh and is open for 24 hours.

2. Jalori Pass

Jalori Pass has an exciting trekking journey amid the electrifying views of the Himalayan Mountains and valleys. Tourists enjoy the mesmerizing views of the dense green meadows, bird species, and mammals.

Located at an altitude of 10800 feet, it is home to rare bird species like Blue Robbin or Nutcrackers. Tirthan Valley in December remains unexplored by many tourists or hikers for the uneven terrain and slippery slopes. Adore the coniferous forest and wild roses along the route.

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3. Serolsar Lake

Serolsar Lake is one of the attractive trekking places in Tirthan valley with clear river water. The lake water serves medicinal properties to the local people.

Tourists enjoy walking past the riverbanks and delving into the rich heritage of Budhi Nagin temple. The lake magnifies the enchanting beauty of oak trees.

• Trekkers resume hiking from Jalori Pass and to the transparent lake.
• The pass remains closed during the winter for heavy snowfall.
• The best season to visit is summer or spring from March for pleasant weather.
• Location- It is about 5 km from Jalori Pass and safe to hike in the summer season.

4. Tirthan River

This river is one of the sightseeing places in Tirthan Valley to experience adventure sports and water activities. Tourists can enjoy fishing, boating, and zip lining in the river water.

A zip line is at the two ends of the river where a person, tied to a secure harness, slides over the zip line. Sitting and relaxing at the riverbanks with the cool breeze brushing across your face is another unique way to experience the beauty of the river.

Rainbow trouts are the main fish category in this river. It is the best place for fishing different species of fish. The clear river water brims with brown-colored trout during summer. You can take your friends or family fishing in the river.

5. Chhoie waterfall

The trekking route from Gaidhar in Tirthan Valley is full of adventures beside the Great Himalayan National Park. The misty waterfall stream induces a soothing view.

Tourists love the serenity around the places for the charming location in Tirthan Valley. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the waterfall. You will love the extensive green valley with the misty waterfall ascending in the dense plantations.

It takes 45 minutes to reach Chhoie waterfall uphill and downhill. You will reach your destination in the jungle where the waterfalls flow through the rock. Green bushes surround the waterfall and you can take a dip in the water. The roaring water of the falls attracts tourists from all places.

• Location- Chhoie waterfall is the last point through the trekking trail from Gai Dhar village.

6. Gaidhar waterfall

The Gai Dhar waterfall flows through the Gai Dhar village in Tirthan valley to be one of the stunning places. Hikers need to cross a trekking trail to visit the waterfall. It is fascinating to walk on the trekking route and reach the waterfall within a small village.

The waterfall is in the center of the forest in Tirthan valley. However, the beauty of the water washes away all the hardships and challenges. You will feel refreshed after the tiring journey through the dense plantations.

• Location- Gai Dhar waterfall is near the trekking start point to Jalori pass.

7. Shringa Rishi Temple

Mythology lovers feel enchanted to visit this temple in the Tirthan valley. Religious lovers come to this place to learn the historical stories about Rishyashringa. The Pagoda-style temple is of 3 floors surrounded by endless green landscapes.

The astounding beauty of the valleys makes the temple admirable. The interior has intricate decoration of architecture and carvings from historical times. Deities of Shringa Rishi and Shanta are inside the temple for tourists. People worship idols as it protects the place from evil forces.

• Location: The temple is 60 km from Kullu district in the Baggi village of Tirthan valley.

8. Budhi Nagin Temple

This temple is the heritage culture of Goddess Budhi Nagin. Locals visit this temple to seek blessings in their life. The temple is in the hands of private authorities for maintenance. It looks after the artifacts and historical carvings on the temple walls.

Hikers can camp around the temple to enjoy the mesmerizing view of the Himalayan ranges. A serene and calm meadow beside the temple captivates its beauty. During the winter, the place becomes a sheet of snow surrounded by tall trees. The trekking route of Chhou waterfall and Jalori Pass starts behind the temple to the way of forests.

• Location: Budhi Nagin temple is near Serolsar Lake, which is 1.5 km from Tirthan valley.

9. Gushaini Village

This tiny village on the banks of the Tirthan River is between the hill stations of Shimla and Manali. The Gushaini village throws exotic mountain sceneries through the narrow roads. There are breathtaking shades of the streaming Tirthan River in different seasons.

The small village in the Tirthan valley is not far from the highway and easy for the trekkers to reach. There are wooden homestays for climate control due to heavy winter snowfall. The environment looks beautiful of the landscapes and snow-capped Himalayan Mountains.

Do visit the village to see the meeting of the Tirthan and Flachen Rivers. Adventure lovers can enjoy hiking, camping, or bird watching from the village.

• Location-10 km from the Banjar village

10. Chehni Kothi

Chehni Kothi tower is of stone and wood in one of the historical locations of Tirthan Valley. It is earthquake-proof and bears the harsh cold winter surrounded by the Himalayan Mountains. It is one of the unexplored places in Tirthan valley.

Chehni Kothi is taller than Kamru and Kalpa and similar to other fort structures. This traditional structure is the tallest in Himachal Pradesh.

The small village where the tower is situated is in the Banjar upper region. The hill station attracts hikers to visit the tower on foot. The route starts from the Shringa Rishi Gate and takes about 45 minutes to the tower. Go to the Chehni Kothi in the middle of the mountains for the perfect blend of culture.

• Location- It is a 7 km driving journey from Jibhi and 1.5 hours by foot through the dense deodar trees and Apple Orchards.

11. Raghupur Fort

Historians and architects visit this fort in Tirthan Valley to research the carvings in Mandi Dynasty. It witnesses the reign of rulers and kings from that dynasty protected from invaders. In recent years, it has lost its glow but reminisces its history.

It encircles the panoramic view of the hills around the fort. Travelers enjoy the Rhododendron shades and oak trees throughout the route. The top of the fort is calm and silent which amazes tourists.

• Location: It takes around 2 hours to reach the fort from Jalori Pass to cover the distance of 3km.

Tirthan valley itineraries includes offbeat locations, it is the perfect place to enjoy the weekend in a soothing environment. It caters to worldwide tourists and adventure enthusiasts to delve into the mysteries of hills. The peace and serenity of the place relax people from the hustle and bustle of the city.