Indrahar Pass Trek 3N/4D
from Kolkata
2.5 hrs by air · 21 hrs by train · All-inclusive from ₹8,500/person · 3 Nights / 4 Days
📲 Get Kolkata Trek Quote on WhatsApp✨ Bengali Hindu families have one of the strongest Char Dham traditions in India. The overnight Doon Express from Howrah is a classic route and affordable at ₹800–₹2,000 per person.
How to Reach from Kolkata
Your trek starts at Haridwar/Rishikesh. Here's how to get there from Kolkata.
| Route | Kolkata (CCU) → Dehradun (DED) |
| Duration | 2h direct |
| Airlines | IndiGo, Air India |
| Fare | ₹4,000–₹9,000 |
| +Transfer | 54 km · 1 hr from Dehradun airport |
| Train | Doon Express (13009) |
| From → To | Howrah (HWH) → Dehradun (DDN) |
| Duration | 20–22 hrs |
| +Transfer | 54 km · 1 hr from Dehradun airport |
| Distance | 1,250 km |
| Drive time | ~24 hrs |
| Via | NH-58 / NH-334 |
💡 Pro tip: We arrange airport / station pick-up from Haridwar or Dehradun and get you to the trek base village in time.
Our Indrahar Pass Trek 3N/4D Package from Kolkata
Indrahar Pass Trek 3N/4D
<p>The <strong>Indrahar Pass Trek</strong> is one of the most rewarding crossings in the Dhauladhar range of Himachal Pradesh. Starting from the vibrant McLeod Ganj — the Dalai Lama's residence in exile — the trail climbs steeply through oak and rhododendron forests to the iconic <strong>Triund meadow</strong> before continuing higher to the rarely visited <strong>Lahesh Cave</strong> and ultimately the <strong>Indrahar Pass at 4,342 metres (14,245 ft)</strong>.</p><p>What makes Indrahar special is the dual panorama from the pass. Standing on the summit, you see the lush green Kangra Valley and the plains of Punjab stretching behind you to the south, while ahead lies the snowbound spine of the <strong>Pir Panjal range</strong> — the same peaks you see from Shimla. On a clear day, the contrast between the subtropical foothills below and the cold alpine world around you is almost surreal.</p><p>The trek follows a classic acclimatisation arc: <strong>Triund (2,875m) on Day 1 → Lahesh Cave (3,400m) on Day 2 → Indrahar Pass (4,342m) on Day 3</strong>. This steady altitude gain allows the body to adjust without rushing. The Lahesh Cave camp — a large overhanging rock shelter used by Gaddi shepherds for centuries — is one of the most atmospheric overnight spots in all of Himachal Pradesh.</p><p>Junegiri Yatra manages all logistics: transport from Haridwar or Chandigarh to McLeod Ganj, certified Dhauladhar trek guides, camping equipment, and all meals on trail. The best seasons are <strong>April to June and September to November</strong> — July and August are possible but wet underfoot. This trek suits anyone who has completed at least one multi-day trek before; it is not recommended as a first trek due to the altitude and steep sections above Lahesh Cave.</p>
- ✓ Private transport: Haridwar/Chandigarh ↔ McLeod Ganj
- ✓ All camping accommodation: 3 nights in quality dome tents
- ✓ Sleeping bags rated to -10°C
- ✓ All meals on trek: breakfast, packed lunch, and dinner (Days 1–3)
- ✓ Certified Dhauladhar trek guide with high-altitude first aid training
- ✓ Forest department and camping permits
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Indrahar Pass Trek 3N/4D from Kolkata — FAQs
Two popular options from Kolkata: (1) Fly CCU→DED in 2 hours (IndiGo/Air India, from ₹4,000). (2) Overnight Doon Express train (13009) from Howrah to Dehradun — 21 hours, second class from ₹800/person. Many Kolkata families choose the train for its budget-friendliness and nostalgic charm.
For time-strapped travelers, fly. For families on a budget (especially groups), the Doon Express is excellent — board at Howrah evening, arrive Dehradun next morning, reach Haridwar by noon. We pick up from both Dehradun Airport and Dehradun Railway Station.
Package: ₹19,800/person. Train (Doon Express, AC 3-tier): ~₹1,200–₹1,800 per person one way. Total package + train: ₹22,000–₹24,000 per person. By flight: ₹28,000–₹38,000 total per person.
Yes — we arrange all dharm-related rituals including registration for puja at each dham, pandits at Kedarnath, and specific Bengali-style rituals if requested in advance. Many Kolkata families perform Pitru Tarpan at Haridwar before starting the Yatra.
You can start directly from Haridwar. If you take the Doon Express, many travelers alight at Haridwar Railway Station (the train stops there). If flying to Dehradun, our cab brings you to Haridwar — the actual Yatra starting point.
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