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Sawan is one of the best seasons to go out and spend your vacation with your family and friends. But you are thinking of where to plan because this month counts as a sacred need to explore
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Are you searching for a peaceful mountain getaway filled with waterfalls, meadows, and cheap homestays — without the crowd and chaos of popular destinations? Let me guide you to Sainj Valley in Himachal Pradesh, a hidden gem where you can enjoy nature’s beauty without burning your pocket. Here’s your detailed Sainj Valley itinerary to explore this magical valley, all within ₹4000–₹5000. Day 1: Delhi to Sainj Valley Board a bus from Delhi to Aut Take an overnight HRTC Volvo or ordinary bus from ISBT. You can find a bus for ₹1200–₹1400 (ordinary is cheaper, around ₹600–₹800). You can also find a direct Bus from Delhi to Sainj via Zing Bus. It will take 10–12 hours to reach Aut From Aut to Sainj Valley When you reach Aut, do not take a cab from Aut (it can cost ₹2000+). Instead, take a local bus to Sainj Valley. It costs only ₹50. From Aut to Sainj, buses start from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The distance from Aut to Sainj Valley is 19 km and can take 45 minutes to 1 hour. Pro tip: You can also rent a bike from Aut, which can cost 500 per day. Check in time Look for a homestay near the bus stand. Hotels and mud houses are also available in this area, but you need to walk for 2 km to get to the mud houses near the riverside locations. Cost: ₹600–₹800 per night with food (many provide simple meals). But mud houses are expensive and can cost 1500 or more. Explore Rupi Raila Waterfall Time to refresh and dress up. Visit Rupi Raila Waterfall. You need to book a cab from Sainj that can take you to Rupi Raila Waterfall for just 500. Hike for 10 minutes, and tada! You will reach the most beautiful waterfall here. The distance from Sainj to Rupi Raila Waterfall is 5 km. No trekking struggle—just a peaceful stroll. But if you want to save your 500, you can start trekking in the morning to reach Rupi Raila. Enjoy tea or noodles at a small local café nearby. Return to your homestay. Enjoy a home-cooked dinner. Optional: Take a swim at the riverside. The water flow is safe during monsoon, but always stay cautious. Raila Village: Day 2 Its time to visit Raila Village where you find peaceful life and Rupi waterfall which huge in size. Either hike or take a local cab (share with other travelers to save cost). You can take a bus as well to reach Raila village, but after that you need to do a short trek. The area is filled with greenery, and the village is untouched by tourism. Spend time exploring the quiet surroundings. Return to your homestay Enjoy a home-cooked dinner. Day 3: Shangarh and its waterfall Head to Shangarh Meadows Hire a scooter, bike, or cab. Cab (shared or local) cost: ₹300–₹500 round trip. Distance from Sainj to Shangarh: Around 10–12 km. Visit the iconic Shangchul Mahadev Temple—a place linked to the Mahabharat where Pandavas once stayed during their Agyat Vaas. Locals still gather here daily for prayers, dance, and music. Experience their culture. Time to explore Barshangarh Waterfall. The distance from Shangarh to Barshangarh is 3 km. It’s a short drive and then a 300-meter hike through the forest to reach the waterfall. Enjoy every moment, click pictures, and head back to your homestay. Enjoy your final night with a local meal. Day 4: Explore Sainj Valley Morning visit to Laxmi Narayan Temple in Sainj Valley A newly built temple with a beautiful statue of Laxmi Narayan. Spend some time near the riverside or explore the local market. Take a bus from Sainj to Aut at 11:00 AM Spend your day in Aut. In the evening, get your Aut to Delhi Bus. your total expenses Delhi to Aut (Volvo) 1200–1400 Aut to Sainj Valley(bus) 50 Homestay (3 nights) 1800–2100 Local food + café stops 600–800 Local travel (cabs/bus) 600–800 Sainj to Aut (bus) 50 Aut to Delhi (Volvo) 1200–1400 Total 4500–5000 Quick Tips Book buses early to secure lower prices. Pack light snacks from home to cut café expenses. Avoid private cabs from Aut unless necessary. Carry rain gear and basic meds—it’s monsoon timeThis is a full Sainj Valley itinerary with personal experiences. you should follow all the steps accordingly to do your trip and make it more peaceful.
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How to reach here and where is it? Well, it’s not far from the Sainj Valley bus stop. Just enter the market and walk for 5 minutes. And tada!
Imagine waking up to the sound of raindrops tapping on your window; that’s what June feels like in Meghalaya, also known as the abode of clouds. This has everything that you hunt for this month
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Planning a trip is always exciting. Whether you are earning well or not, you always want to save money for the upcoming trips. But traveling is expensive. From flight tickets to hotel bookings, every time you need money.
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The digital era has solved many problems of how we can travel freely. Well, everybody is thinking the same about earning money while traveling. I have a solution that you can earn money as a freelancer and travel anywhere, anytime. But how will you become a freelancer, and how much can you earn in freelance work? Let’s explore freelance work and understand the new work model. What is freelancing First, you need to understand what freelance is. Before freelancing, people were doing a 9-5 job, which is no longer in the digital world. Freelancing is popular because it’s a job where you will be your own boss of the work. Moreover, you can choose projects you love, whenever you want to work, and wherever you want to work. Whether you are a student or a traveler, it doesn’t matter. You can do freelancing by your choice. In simple words, freelancing is working independently for different clients instead of being permanently employed by a company. It refers to self-employed; they get paid per project, per hour, or task. How to start freelancing As you are aware of what freelancing is, let’s explore how to be a part of it. Here’s a simple guide to start your freelancing journey when you are traveling. Pick a skill Before thinking of money and all, you need to ask yourself what work is suitable for you, such as writing, designing, photography, coding, editing, digital marketing, or PR. Pick any one of them you are confident about and enjoy while working. Craft a portfolio While searching for work, you need a perfect portfolio to show your talent to your clients. Create a portfolio showcasing your best work. If you are new to this and don’t have any work to showcase in your portfolio, do a few sample projects at a lower price or for free to make your portfolio. To create your portfolio, you can use tools like Canva, PowerPoint, Word, etc. Canva is the best choice to make a portfolio where you can find plenty of portfolio templates to use and edit. Learn more about how to use Canva and create a portfolio on it. Create accounts on freelance platforms When you are planning to start as a freelancer, you should know about platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, PeoplePerHour, Toptal, Dribble, and many more. These platforms help create your freelance account, where you can find the best clients easily using the internet. Start creating accounts on each platform so you won’t miss any chance to get clients. Click a professional photo to use and add your portfolio to these accounts. A clear and concise description must be written that will show what service you are offering to the clients. Search for more freelance platforms that are not trending so you can avoid the crowd on these platforms and connect with the clients without competition. Time to pitch Search for the projects that match your skills. Write a cover letter that tells why you are the right person for the gigs. Do not get stuck with one or two projects. Look for more and more projects until and unless you get one. If you are not getting selected, do not stop and keep applying. In the beginning, you can select projects for free to get feedback and reviews on that platform that help to reach more clients. Deliver projects on time When you get projects, do the work and deliver it before the deadline. Try to impress your clients with your work; they will help in getting more projects and can recommend you to others. Now you have some money to travel wherever you want to go. So book a train, flight, or travel agency for new trip to meet new people, places, and environments. How much you can earn Money as a freelancer After knowing, how to become a freelancer, you want to know how much you can earn as a freelancer when you have a skill. Your income as a freelancer depends on your skills, experience, and the number of clients you have handled. Including this, your income also depends on per hour, per project, or one word per Rupee (or dollar) (as a writer). Here’s a rough idea of the money you can earn while traveling as a freelancer. writers Beginner: 500-1000 (in rupee) Experienced: 20,000-50,000 Designers Beginner- 1500-3000 Experienced- 40000-80000 (depends on the clients) Web Developers Beginner: 5000-10000 Experienced: more than a Lakh Digital Marketer Beginner: 30000-70000 (per month) (per client). Experienced: 40000-more than a lakh content creator Beginner: 1000-5000 Experienced: 10000-50000 As much as you can handle projects in a month, and according to this, you will earn money as a freelancer and travel at the same time. Do not forget that you are traveling, so handle clients accordingly. Final words from me Freelancing is more than just work- it’s a lifestyle. It gives you the freedom to travel without quitting your earning chances, meet new people, and grow in your career as well. Now plan and pack your bag to follow your travel dreams, and know that you can earn, travel, and live the life you always wanted. Inspired to start? Share your freelance journey and travel experiences with us, using #Alifetour and tagging us on Instagram. Let’s grow this community of digital nomads and free-spirited travelers together.
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Hello travellers April is the most scorching hot month when we all want to travel to cool places. Well, I know you may be looking for the best places to explore in April to make your vacation unforgettable. I have lists of many places that can make your vacation epic. Himachal’s Best Places to Explore in April One of the most beautiful and popular states is Himachal Pradesh. Places like Manali, Shimla, Palampur, and Kinnaur make this one special, but I have some incredible places that are less crowded, have epic viewpoints, and have small treks to reach there. Kalga, Pulga, and Tosh are the villages in the Kullu district. To reach these places, trek for 20 minutes and get the best location from the top. These places live in the shell of silence and nature’s lap. Villagers who are building their homestays, hotels, and restaurants to earn. Kalga has 2 treks, the Kheerganga and Bunbuni Pass trek, which are still unknown to the tourists. By reaching these treks, you can find hot spring water here and go camping for stargazing. Many villages in the district of Kinnaur offer breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountains. Kinanur Kailash is one of the most popular in spirituality, filled with a thrilling trek. Kalpa, a village, is untouched and popular for monasteries and temples. Ladakh’s valleys We have dreamed of exploring Ladakh plenty of times but never actually planned it. Well, this is the perfect time to experience Ladakh’s Nubra Valley, Kaza Valley, and Khardung La. Pangong Lake is a must-visit in a lifetime, while Khardung La is one of the highest motorable passes in the world, offering thrilling adventures. There’s more to know about Ladakh, which you will explore by visiting these valleys. While planning a trip to Ladakh in April, you need 10 days to spend here and can go from Kashmir as well as from Manali. This will be the most expensive trip of your life, but it will be full of joy and adventure. Maharashtra’s Histories of Forts Maharashtra’s masterpieces of ancient Indian art and culture are the Ajanta and Ellora caves, also known as Verul Leni, located in Aurangabad city. These caves are a UNESCO World Heritage site. The cities like Pune, Mumbai, Nashik, Nagpur, and many more are chilled and populous cities in Maharashtra. The echoes of the past, Rajmachi is one of the adventurous and historical forts that share the beauty of Pune. Khandala is a perfect place with lush green valleys and stunning viewpoints. Lohagad Fort, Pavana Lake, Bhaja Caves, and many more offbeat places are worth visiting. Kashmir’s heavenly locations “Kashmir is heaven on earth”, you may have heard this so many times. Then why haven’t you planned to visit here? This is the place that feels calm and home for us. Gulmarg, Sonmarg, and Pahalgam are famous places yet less touristy. Escaping Delhi only for this heaven on earth is mandatory. Phalgam’s Betaab Valley is popularly known for photography and nature walks. Srinagar’s houseboat is famous here and provides a unique stay experience on the floating boats. Jammu is a sacred place known for the Vaishno Devi Temple in Katra. It is divine and gives you a cultural touch here. After visiting the Vaishno Devi temple, you can plan your trip to Patnitop, located in Udhampur, one and a half hours away from Katra. Kerala’s beaches and waterfalls Kerala in April is a mix of backwaters, beaches, forests, lakes, and hill stations. It includes places like Munnar, Alleppey, Varkala, and many more. Apart from these touristy places, Chembra beach-Wayanad, Silent Valley National Park-Palakkad, and Arekkal waterfalls, Kochi, are the offbeat places where you can sleep in nature’s lap, go for adventure, etc. Kerala’s Kochi is a must-visit place, where you find waterfalls, lakes, bird sanctuaries, hill stations, beaches, and whatnot. Kerala has the best places to explore in April, where you will find hidden places and the beauty of nature. April is best to explore meghalaya The abode of the Cloud is another name for Meghalaya. While exploring Meghalaya, you may find plenty of waterfalls, crystal clear lakes, beautiful viewpoints, mystical caves, etc., that can blow your mind with their beauty. The Bamboo Trail-Mawryngkhang Trek in Meghalaya is one of the scariest treks, taking you through bamboo bridges. Lalong Park in Jowai is a less-explored nature park offering breathtaking views of the Myntdu River. Surrounded by dense forests, Langshiang Waterfall offers a spectacular sight, especially during the monsoon. Umiam Lake is a man-made lake that offers adventurous kayaking activities and stunning sunset views. Summing up After knowing these places, if you still have no idea where to go, I don’t think you’ll ever go anywhere to spend your April peacefully. But I am one hundred percent sure that you will pick one of the locations from it and have fun in April. Apart from these, if you want to explore other places like Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Nagaland, or Goa, you can check out my other blogs about them.
Who doesn’t want to visit Prayagraj this month to take a holy bath in Sangam? However, there are several challenges, including crowds, traffic, and places to stay. But, keep these problems aside because I have a perfect itinerary for Mahakumbh you can take a holy dip hassle-free.
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