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Thanksgiving Alter Ego Community Road Trip to Harsil
Wed, 25 Nov
|Delhi · Landour · Harsil · Kanatal· Delhi
Travel from Delhi to Harsil on a small-group Himalayan road trip, 25–29 November 2026. Explore Harsil, Nelong Valley, local food and culture, with Landour and Kanatal as overnight halts.
Time & Location
25 Nov 2026, 7:00 am – 29 Nov 2026, 7:00 pm
Delhi · Landour · Harsil · Kanatal· Delhi
About the experience
This Thanksgiving, we're taking the long road.
This is a small-group road trip to Harsil, curated for people who enjoy travel, conversations, local food, art, culture, stories and meaningful connections.
Five days.
One Himalayan destination.
A small group of curious travellers.
And plenty of reasons to put your phone down and talk to someone.
Harsil is the destination.
But we'll break the long route at Landour and Kanatal along the way to pause, rest, explore a little, and enjoy the journey.
About Harsil
Tucked away in the Bhagirathi Valley of Uttarakhand, Harsil is the kind of Himalayan destination that still feels like you have arrived somewhere rather than simply checked into a tourist town.
Rivers, forests, apple orchards, mountain villages and the surrounding high Himalayas make Harsil a place to slow down and look around.
And that's exactly how we want to experience it.
Through people, food, stories, landscapes, local traditions and conversations.
🗺 Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi to Landour (~6-7 hours, 320km)
Our first night is in Landour, a charming overnight halt before we continue deeper into Uttarakhand.
We'll have some time to explore:
Sisters Bazaar
St. Paul's Church
Lal Tibba
Landour Bakehouse
And then settle into our stay with a relaxed evening of:
Bonfire • Icebreakers • Games • Food • Conversations
The first day is about getting comfortable with the people you're going to spend the next few days travelling with.
Day 2 &3 : Landour to Harsil (~7 hours, 185 km) and Harsil exploration
On Day 2, we leave Landour and make our way towards Harsil and the Bhagirathi Valley.
For the next 2 days, we'll explore the riverside landscapes around Harsil and discover:
Bhagirathi River
Mukhba Village
Apple orchards
Nelong Valley and Gartang Gali
Sattal near Harsil
And most importantly, we'll have time to simply be in Harsil.
No rushing from one attraction to another.
Day 4: Harsil to Kanatal(~5-6 hours, 170 km)
It's time to leave Harsil.
But we're not heading straight back to Delhi.
We halt at the no- so-offbeat-anymore, but still a beautiful town above Tehri, Kanatal, giving us another beautiful mountain evening before the journey home.
We'll stop around:
Tehri Lake
Kaudia Forest
Eco Park
And enjoy one last evening in the mountains with the group.
Day 5: Kanatal to Delhi
After breakfast, we begin our drive back to Delhi.
The mountains disappear behind us.
The group heads home.
And hopefully, the WhatsApp group doesn't die the next day.
(That's the real test of a community trip.)
🌲Things to Do in Landour, Harsil, Nelong, and Kanatal
Landour
Things to do:
Lal Tibba Scenic Point – The highest point in Mussoorie, offering panoramic Himalayan views.
Char Dukan Walk – Iconic row of four old shops; perfect for local snacks and slow conversations.
Landour Bakehouse – A cozy café with colonial charm, serving fresh bakes and views.
Kellogg Church & St. Paul’s Church – Beautiful old stone churches perfect for a heritage walk.
Rokeby Manor – Step back into British-era elegance, ideal for high tea or a stroll.
Harsil
Things to do:
Bhagirathi River Walk – Quiet riverbanks with pine forests all around.
Apple Orchard Trails – Best visited during harvest, but the views are always lush and peaceful.
Mukhba Village – A short hike to this scenic hamlet known for traditional Himalayan architecture.
Sattal near Harsil – Not to be confused with the more touristy Nainital version — peaceful lakeside area.
Local Homestay Visits – Interact with the Jadh community and taste authentic mountain meals.
Nelong
Things to do:
Gartang Gali – A historic wooden bridge trail hanging off cliffs, recently reopened after 60 years.
India-China Border Views – Remote viewpoints offer stark, high-altitude vistas.
Tibetan-style Terrain Drive – Red rock cliffs, frozen rivers, and wild mountain passes.
Photography – It’s a dream for anyone who loves surreal landscapes without tourist traffic.
Old Trade Route Stopovers – Glimpses into ancient Indo-Tibetan trade paths.
Kanatal
Things to do:
Kaudia Forest Trail – Deodar-covered walk with frequent bird sightings and forest silence.
Eco Park Visit – A pine-dotted area ideal for picnic-style breaks and local chai stalls.
Tehri Lake (Optional) – Water sports like kayaking or just unwind by the massive reservoir.
Sunset Point Hike – Short trails with stunning golden-hour views of the Garhwal hills.
Camping Bonfires – Clear night skies make for perfect stargazing and conversations.
🎒 What’s Included
5 day transportation from Delhi to Delhi, by car
All accommodations in 3-star hotels and comfortable stays
Permits for Nelong and Harsil
Breakfast on all days
Curated and guidance around local food, regional stories, art and culture, and village life.
Thanksgiving in the Mountains
Thanksgiving is a good excuse to pause and appreciate the things we often rush past.
A beautiful landscape.
A local meal.
A long conversation.
A stranger who becomes a friend.
A road you've never travelled before.
A place that makes you look at the world a little differently.
So this year, we're spending Thanksgiving where we like being most:
on the road, around a table, in the mountains, with curious people.
Harsil is the destination.
The people make the journey.
25–29 November 2026
Delhi → Landour → Harsil → Kanatal → Delhi
A small-group community road trip by Alter Ego Community
Contribution/Charges
The trip contribution includes the planned stay, travel, curated experiences and community facilitation for the journey.
₹24,000 per person
One person • Twin sharing
For travellers joining solo and sharing a room with another participant.
₹33,000 per person
One person • Single occupancy
For travellers joining solo who would prefer their own room.
₹40,000
Two people • One room
For two people travelling together and sharing one room.
Limited spots | Small group
The final contribution includes the inclusions communicated at the time of booking. Any personal expenses, meals or activities specifically marked as additional will be payable separately.