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Sainj Valley Itinerary: A Budget-Friendly Escape Under ₹5000

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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The modern way to earn money as a freelancer is to travel freely

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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