Circuit · Himachal
Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi
Homestay valleys and quiet lakes: Jibhi, Tirthan, Prashar and Barot.
- Places
- 3
- Altitude
- 1,800–3,120 m
- Fly / train to
- Mandi / Jogindernagar; Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh
- Daily spend
- about ₹2,200
When to go
- ❄︎Jan
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Best for most places here: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Oct, Nov. Each place here needs 3–5 days on the ground; places in one circuit share travel days, so pair two or three.
Places in this circuit
Barot Valley
A hidden Uhl-river valley of trout hatcheries, deodar forest and the Rajgundha trek.
Jibhi & Tirthan Valley
Wooden homestays by trout streams, Jalori Pass and Serolsar lake, Great Himalayan National Park at the door.
Prashar Lake
A floating-island lake and pagoda temple on a high grassy bowl.
What to pack for Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi
Everything the places in this circuit call for, most widely needed first. Each place's page has its full list with reasons.
- Fleece or light sweater
- Thermal inner wear (top and bottom)
- Down or padded jacket
- Woollen cap that covers the ears
- Woollen socks, 2–3 pairs
- Waterproof gloves
- Neck gaiter or balaclava
- Hand warmers
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Day pack, 20–30 litres
- Sunscreen, SPF 50
- Small first-aid kit and your own medicines
- UV-protection sunglasses
- Lip balm with SPF
- Insect repellent
- Power bank
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Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi: questions people ask
Which places are in the Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi circuit?
The Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi circuit in Himachal covers Barot Valley, Jibhi & Tirthan Valley and Prashar Lake. They share a gateway, so two or three are usually combined in one trip.
What is the best time to visit Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi?
March to June and October and November suit most places in Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi. Individual places differ, so check each one.
How do you reach Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi?
Travel to Mandi / Jogindernagar or Bhuntar (Kullu) / Chandigarh or Bhuntar (Kullu) / Mandi, then continue by road.
How much does a Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi trip cost per day?
About ₹2,200 per person per day on the ground for a mid-range trip, averaged across the places in this circuit.
Which is the easiest place in Tirthan, Jalori & Mandi, and which is the highest?
Barot Valley is the easiest (easy). Jibhi & Tirthan Valley is the highest at 3,120 m.