Backpack Trip

Gigantic Gandikota – Grand Canyon of India – 13th century formation Situated at Andhra Pradesh, Gandikota is termed as the Grand Canyon of India. It is no less breathtaking as compared to the Grand Canyon in USA, and it goes one scale up if you were to imagine the backdrop holding a sprawling lush green backdrop surrounded by huge Rocky Mountains and beneath flows the Pennar River. Sit on the rock and capture the panoramic view as it’s an epic Geographical creation that will force you to give an awestruck view. The Gandikota fort premises The fort premises look ancient and rustic, all thanks to the promising huge walls that stand as the protector. Its huge gate and immersive structure has witnessed a lot in the past. The Jama Masjid & Chaar Minar Huge held constructions and little minarets at the entrance make both Jama Masjid & Chaar Minar a perfect backdrop and a spokesperson of historical evidences. Imagine yourself surrounded by the great some great music, sprinkling the melody of love. Madhavaraya temple Dedicated to Vishnu,  Madhavaraya temple has protected some small statues and sculptures of Hindu Gods carved over the Gopuram and walls of the temple. Preserving the royal odyssey, every brick and sculptures becharms the magnitude of the old kingdom that once exists there. Ranganatha Swamy Temple The temple was very much ruined but the main sanctum stood on an elevated platform. Despite of withstanding and witnessing so much, this temple has yet not lost the shine and elegance. The Granary Once used for storing grains, the Granary has space for storing a lot of grains and many huge pillars stand erect. The Royal Water Tank It is a perennial spring irrigating some lime and plantain gardens. Just sit besides it and take a deep understanding of how useful it must be for ancient civilizations then. Village The local village is scarcely populated has a school, hospital and their own panchayats. Strolling around the village is permissible, it just adds up to the rustic charm. Remember those bullock carts and playing kids…Oh!! What a nostalgic feeling. Jail & Other Viewpoints There exists an ancient jail, a few tunnels and many viewpoints that give different perspective of the Grand Canyon. Mylavaram Dam & Pennar River View – Walk for 2 kms for strolling around the rivers and spending blissful time. Bewildered Belum Caves – India’s Largest & Longest Caves - Walking through these underground caves will leave you thrilled and give you a bone chilling experience. There’s sufficient oxygen supply and orange rope lights to ensure you enjoy the caving experience. These natural caves were formed centuries ago when Chitravati River penetrated and emerged in making this Geographical mystery. Get to see pot holes and amazing formations all around the caves interiors. Along with geographical mysteries that leave you spellbound, this caves also seem to have historical importance. Many say that Jain Jains and Buddhists monks occupied these caves centuries ago for medidation. At the entrance itself, you’ll get to see a HUGE WHITE MAHAVIR STATUE. Inside the caves, Patalaganga is the key attraction and you have to go 150 ft under the ground level to see it. Cross narrow pavements and crawl around to see those amazing wonders. Other formations and point to see Mandapam Banyan Tree Hall Thousand Cobra Hoods Meditation Hall Saint Bed Potholes up above   read more read less

Yana Caves - Murudeshwar - Gokarna About Yana Caves The Sahyadri range holds treasures beyond measure. Yana Caves is one such example. Two sooty rock hillocks, made of crystalline limestone can be seen rising sharply above a blanket of green forest. They have been named—Bhairaveshwara and Mohini, after two mythological characters. The former embodies a self-manifested Shiva Lingam while there is an idol of Goddess Parvati inside the latter. The cave temple is also popular for Shivratri celebration by locals. A simple trek of 3kms through a thick, damp forest is all you need to get there. The area is also apt for nature walks to observe its biodiversity.Kudle Beach: Kudle Beach is one of the enowned for its unmatched beauty and mesmerizing charm that you’l ever come across. Flanked by coconut trees, Kudle Beach is a wonderful retreat for the lovers of peace and quiet, and its shaped like the perfect 'C' Paradise Beach: Paradise Beach is also well-known by the name of 'Full Moon Beach', which is about 150 meters in length and out of this almost seventy percent of the beach is entirely covered in rocks. Half Moon Beach:  The name Half Moon is based on its similarities with a half moon. This beach is not connected by road and hence only way can reach the half moon beach is by hiking or motor boats that ply from Om Beach. OM Beach Gokarna It’s not just the shape that defines OM beach, but also the peace and serenity that one feels after landing there. Smooth waves and long shoreline tend to captivate your senses. The top view of this beach distinctively shows the Letter 3, which means OM in Hindi. World’s Tallest Shiva Statue Temple at Murudeshwara Beach At the coastal Arabian Sea, Long and Gigantic Shiva Statue is a divine sight to witness. Explore the temple, as it’s quite huge and it depicts many mythological stories. You can also stroll around the Murudeshwara Beach for Sunset view; it’s quite pristine and clean   Batch 1: Friday, 28th January 2022 - Monday, 31st January 2022 Covid Guidelines For this Tour: 1. Participants those who are fully vaccinated must carry 2nd Dose Certificate. 2. Participants those who are partially vaccinated / Not yet vaccinated must carry RT-PCR negative certificate with them. Those who are not carrying the certificate will have to give mandatory RT-PCR test at Kumta station at their own cost. Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com read more read less

About Rajasthan: Do you want to witness history?  Well, then this destination is perfect for you. This state signifies royalty and will surely embrace you with its heritage. The only thing which comes to mind when we talk about Rajasthan is the desert, camel, and forts but Rajasthan is just beyond your imagination. With unique landscapes, magnificent forts, Rajasthan proudly boasts its royalty and much more. Also, Jaipur is not the only city resembling a colour. Jaipur: The Gulabi Nagari of India is bound to be in your travel wish list for its beautiful forts, art works, shopping area and super friendly locals. We at Trikon believe in getting into the blood of every destination we choose, hence we will explore Jaipur to the core covering most of the places. This capital city is famous for the iconic Hawa Mahal, its huge forts where several Bollywood movies have been shot and its tasty food. Bhangarh: Bhangarh is a village & haunted place situated in Rajgarh Alwar, Rajasthan state of India. It is very famous for its historical ruins and is considered to be one of India's many haunted locations. It is situated in the Rajgarh municipality of Alwar district in Rajasthan. Not very far from Jaipur Bhangarh is a not so touristy destination in Rajasthan. Many paranormal activists have proven that some souls do exist here. Post sunset one isn’t allowed to be inside this ruined fort.   Batch 1: Friday, 4th - Sunday, 6th February 2022 Note: Participants need to arrive in Jaipur latest by 12:00 pm on Friday, February 04 and book tickets for their return journey post 2:00 pm on sunday, February 06.   Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com   read more read less

  Mr. Bachchan had once said “Kutch nahi dekha toh Kuch nahi dekha!” This quote is true in all aspects. Kutch or Great Rann of Kutch or White Dessert refers to the white salt desert, which is an empty expanse of white salt land and has blue sky above. On the full moon night, watch the entire carpet of salt i.e. Rann of Kutch glow as if in a dreamland. Mix of art and culture, traditions and ancient heritage all come together to deliver a scintillating experience.  During the Rann Utsav, you can experience the superior indulgence of Kutchi culture and live performances. Witness the local artisans weaving traditional artwork and displaying the handicrafts. At Trikon, we also take you for a Bhuj sightseeing tour where you can explore the Havelis and Mahals for the Royal treatment.Shop for Bandani, jewelry and dazzling fabric for an amazing feel.   read more read less

About offbeat Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh is truly a land full of diversity. You get everything in abundance like historical sites, temples, forests, waterfalls and Ghats. Bhimbetka Caves and Rock Shelters (UNESCO World Heritage Site): This time we are taking you to the most awaited 500-700 Years Old Bhimbetka – Rock Shelters of Madhya Pradesh. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is true in its own way. The ancient rock paintings carved on it shows the impeccable power of the old age civilization. History lovers and photographers will have a gala time here. Discovered in 1957, Bhimbetka has 700 Rock Shelters with 133 rock paintings. These paintings depict early farming and nomadic life of old age men.  Once in Bhimbetka, the rich culture and scenic beauty around the area will leave you spellbound. Sanchi Stupa (UNESCO World Heritage Site): Constructed on the orders of Maharaj Ashok, Stupa of Sanchi is beautiful and wondrous. It flaunts houses 4 gateways that showcase Buddha’s life through intricate carvings. It is one of the oldest pilgrimage points in India. Explore: Stupa, Ashoka pillar and Gupta temple here. Udaygiri Caves: Explore this offbeat set of twenty rock-cut caves near Vidisha. These 18-15 caves look spectacular and have a lot of historic tales around it. Bhojeshwar Shiva Temple: You must have heard valiant tales of Raja Bhoj. This incomplete huge Shiva Temple has a Huge Linga. Dedicated to Shiva, it houses a 7.5 feet high lingam in its sanctum. The temple's construction is believed to have started in the 11th century, during the reign of the Paramara King Bhoja. Bhopal Lakes: Bhopal called as the city of Lakes with Upper and Chota lake. If time permits we can retire the evening and spend some quality time around the lake. Batch 1 : Friday, 04th - Monday, 07th February 2022   Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com read more read less

Introduction: We hear a lot of stories from the various people we meet in our lives. But have you noticed at times, that the places we visit speak to us in numerous ways. Their ambiance gives us a positive vibe and struck the strings of our heart. Such is a place in Gujarat, Champaner which speaks to the visitors in many ways. It speaks through its heritage; it speaks through its ambiance and of course through the Statue of Unity. About Statue of Unity: The Statue of Unity in Champaner, Gujarat which is located right in the middle of the Narmada River and is surrounded by the Vindhya Mountain Ranges. The Statue of Unity is the statue dedicated to the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhai Patel.  Standing at 182 metres, the Statue of Unity is now the world’s tallest statue. Even being the tallest statue in the world, no height could ever be greater than the towering personality of Sardar Vallabhai Patel. Knowing his role in India’s Independence this statue speaks the words of patriotism.  His pivotal role in the Union of India is unforgettable. Hence, this statue is a tribute to Sardar Vallabhai Patel and is an inspiration and deserves your visit. About Champner: Welcome to the land of heritage – Champaner. Introduced in the list of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the fabulous archaeological Champaner-Pavagadh Archaeological Park is situated right in the heart of the city of Champaner. Visiting Champaner will leave an indelible impression on the visitors who visit Champaner. The city of Champaner has many streets, which one must explore. The stonework will leave an indelible impression on you for sure. You will also see the magnificent Jami Masjid, Nagina Masjid and and Saher ki Masjid.   Gujarat is a perfect destination for foodies as the mouth-watering food in Gujarat is a treat to the taste buds. Trying the street food stalls in Champaner is a whole new experience for foodies.   Along with the heritage and culture Gujarati is renowned for its cuisine like, Fafda, Kachori, Khandvi, Ganthia, Oondhiya, `Hahdwoh,these are some tempting Gujarati delicacies found here. Being an UNESCO World Heritage Sites to having streets that are waiting to be explored, Champaneris a perfect weekend trip destination. Batch 1: Friday, 4th - Monday 7th February 2022   read more read less

Rajasthan the land of royals, legacy and bliss is all open to welcome you with open arms to ensure you have a wonderful stay and experience their rich culture and diversified heritage. This time Trikon is all set to take you to Jodhpur & Jaisalmer. Surrounded by palaces, beautiful lakes, shopping areas and sand dunes, these destinations lie on every backpacker’s hotlist. This time just before the crowd gathers at Rajasthan we shall reach there to have fun totally. About Jodhpur: Known as the Blue city, Jodhpur is the most visited destination in Rajasthan, thanks to the gigantic Mehrangarh fort where some scenes of Yeh Jawaani Hai Diwani was shot it makes your visit worth-while. Café hopping and exploring several havelis is a must thing to do. Jaisalmer is named after Rawal Jaisal, a Bhati ruler [failed verification] who founded the city in 1156 AD. Jaisalmer means the Hill Fort of Jaisal. The main reason for calling Jaisalmer as the "Golden City of India" is because the yellow sandstone used throughout the architecture of both the fort and the town below, imbues both with a certain golden-yellow light. Please Note: We will stay under the skies at Thar desert, this is totally an offbeat experience. Please be prepared to access the open loo for morning activities only on the First day for desert night. Breakfast will also be served in the open desert. You will stay right in the middle of the desert for one night your individual bed will be provided. Rest all remains basic. Batches Batch 1: Friday, 11th - Sunday, 13th February 2022For Train Tickets: Participants needs to book BDTS JU SPL (02480) which From Bandra at 1:25 pm and reaches Jodhpur at 5.30 am (Next Day).  For Return Journey, book BKN DDR SPL (04707) which leaves from Jodhpur at 13.05 Hrs and will reach Mumbai at 7 am (Next Day) If you wish to book the same from our end, you can call on 9819021806/9820022466.    read more read less

Jhansi – Orchha Backpacking Trip       “This winters lets envelope yourself in the arms of history that speaks about the brave heart and heroic deeds of Rani Laxmibai – Jhansi ki Rani”.  Her brave steps and apt decisions made her the queen full of great value. Manikarnika – Jhansi ki Rani – Rani Laxmi Bai all refer to the one and only one queen in the Indian history who fought against the Britishers and refuse to surrender Jhansi. Let’s explore this land where Rani Laxmibai lived and fought against the British armies and know many important stories. Our exploration doesn’t stop here, post exploring Jhansi we take you to Orchha the land of fascinating temples and palaces. Situated by the Betwa River, Orchha is and shall always be one wishlisted destination in your travel bucket. Frozen in time, the lovely palaces and ancient structures setting sun everything makes it a spellbound experience. We will stay at a lovely homestay in Orchha and spend time with the locals. Have food that the locals relish on and have a fun time together. Photography sessions and historic information will complete your trip in an amazing way. Batch 1: Friday, 11th - Monday, 14th February 2022 Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com read more read less

Dharamshala and McLeodGanj are situated in Himachal Pradesh, and very well known as Monk Towns. You must have heard a lot on McLeodGanj as to how beautiful their atmosphere is and they have some extraordinary cafes out there into the mountains. Bir Billing is well known for being India’s highest paragliding spot and 2nd highest in the world. We at Trikon will ensure that you experience these varied things with ease and comfort with our humble travel guides. We will take care of all your travel headache, you just need to be present at the railway station on Day 1 and that would be it from your side rest will be taken care by us Batches Batch 1: Saturday, 12th Feb - Thursday, 17th Feb 2022 Batch 2: Saturday, 12th Mar - Thursday, 17th Mar 2022 Batch 3: Saturday, 02nd Apr - Thursday, 07th Apr 2022 Batch 4: Saturday, 30th Apr - Thursday, 05th May 2022   Event Price: Rs.14,999/- per person For Trikon Membership Holders: Rs 13,999/- Important Note: We strongly recommend to all the participants to do a COVID test before travelling to Uttarakhand /Himachal or any other long tour. We also recommend to all the participants to give RT-PCR test not less than 96 hours before the travel and carry COVID negative certificates with them. Doing a test strongly reduces the probability of participants coming to the mountains as asymptomatic carriers. It makes it a lot safer for all the participants and staffs in the team. Hey Folks! If you live in Bangalore, Pune or Mumbai, Just Book your Train / Flight ticket to reach Delhi before 5:00 pm and Return Journey should be booked post 10 am You can contact us for your Flight / Train Ticket Booking assistance.   Pickup From Majnu Ka Tilla : 06:00 pm on Day 1 Drop at Kashmiri Gate :  07:00 AM on Day 6   Above dates not possible? Contact us & we promise to customize above itinerary as per your convenience. Call now on 9820022466 or drop an email on mailtrikon@gmail.com   read more read less