Frequently asked
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How planning works, what prices cover, and what happens if something changes. If your question is not here, ask it — we will add it.
Planning & booking
How does planning a trip with Pravaah work?
Send us an enquiry with your dates and a rough idea of what you want. We come back within one working day with a suggested route and an indicative cost, then refine it with you until it fits. Nothing is booked until you confirm.
Are your itineraries fixed packages?
No. Every itinerary on this site is a starting point. We change the pace, swap stays, add or remove days and rebuild routes entirely — most of our trips end up looking quite different from where they started.
Why are there no prices on the site?
Rates for stays, treks and festivals change with the season, group size and availability, so we quote each trip individually. Every quote spells out exactly what is included — stays, meals, transport, guides and permits — and what is not, before you pay anything.
How do I pay, and when?
A booking advance confirms your dates and holds the stays. The balance is due before departure, with the exact schedule shared in writing when you confirm. We accept bank transfer and UPI.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms depend on the properties and permits involved, and are shared in writing before you pay anything. We pass on supplier refunds in full and are upfront about what is non-refundable.
Do you arrange flights?
We do not book flights, but we will tell you which arrival and departure airports make the itinerary work, and which timings to avoid, before you book.
Can you plan trips for large groups or families?
Yes. We regularly plan for multi-generational families and groups of up to around fourteen travellers, with multiple vehicles and stays chosen for accessibility where needed.
What support do we get while travelling?
One phone number, answered by someone who knows your itinerary, for the whole trip. Drivers and local hosts are briefed before you arrive, and we check in at each leg.
Do you handle permits?
Yes — Inner Line Permits for the Darma, Johar and Niti valleys and for Nagaland, trek and forest permits, and protected area permits for foreign nationals are all arranged as part of the booking.
Can you work to a specific budget?
Tell us the number and we will tell you honestly what it buys in that season. If a destination does not work within your budget, we would rather suggest a different one than cut corners on the stays.
Uttarakhand
How do I reach Kumaon?
The nearest railhead is Kathgodam, with overnight trains from Delhi, and Pantnagar has the nearest airport. From Kathgodam, Bhimtal is about an hour away; Munsiyari is a long day or two easier days by road.
Do I need a permit for the border valleys?
Yes. Darma, Johar and Niti are inner-line areas and need a permit from the local administration before you travel. Foreign nationals may need additional permissions. We handle the paperwork as part of the booking.
Is Uttarakhand good for a first trip to the mountains?
Very. Bhimtal, Hartola and Rishikesh are easy, comfortable introductions, and Khaliya Top is a good first overnight trek. We would save the high valleys for a second visit.
When is the Char Dham yatra open?
The shrines open around late April or May and close around Diwali, with exact dates announced each year. May – June and September – October are the most comfortable windows.
Kashmir
Is Kashmir safe for travellers right now?
The main tourist circuit — Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg — sees visitors through the year and is routinely travelled. We track local advisories before every departure and will tell you plainly if a route needs to change.
How many days do I need in Kashmir?
Six to eight days lets you spend two nights in Srinagar and two each in Gulmarg and Pahalgam without spending your holiday in the car. Five days works if you drop one of the valleys.
When does it snow in Gulmarg?
Reliable snow usually arrives by late December and lasts into March. January and February are the strongest months for skiing.
Can we travel to Kashmir with young children or elderly parents?
Yes. We keep driving days short, book stays with lifts or ground-floor rooms where needed, and swap pony rides for gentler alternatives.
Himachal Pradesh
Shimla, Manali or somewhere quieter?
If it is your first trip, Manali gives you the best mix of access and scenery. If you want quiet, we would point you to Tirthan, Shoja or Jibhi instead — same forest, a fraction of the traffic.
When is Rohtang Pass open?
Usually May to early November, subject to weather and a daily permit quota. The Atal Tunnel keeps Lahaul accessible for much of the year even when the pass is shut.
Is Spiti suitable for first-time high-altitude travellers?
Yes, with a paced itinerary. We route via Kinnaur so you gain altitude gradually, and we keep oxygen in the vehicle throughout.
Can Himachal be done as a long weekend?
Shimla, Bir, Kasol and Tirthan all work as three- to four-day trips from Delhi or Chandigarh. Spiti does not — plan nine days or more.
Rajasthan
What is the ideal Rajasthan route for a first visit?
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur over eight days covers the range without rushing. Add Jaisalmer for the desert, or Ranthambore for wildlife, if you have ten.
Is October too hot for Rajasthan?
Early October can still touch 35°C in the afternoon, but mornings and evenings are pleasant. Late October onwards is comfortable throughout.
Are heritage hotels worth the extra cost?
In Rajasthan, usually yes. A restored haveli in Jodhpur or a lakeside property in Udaipur changes the trip, and mid-range options start well below palace-hotel rates.
How much time should we keep for shopping?
Half a day in Jaipur covers most of it. We can arrange visits to workshops rather than showrooms if you would rather buy directly from makers.
Goa
North Goa or South Goa?
North for nightlife, markets and variety. South for quiet beaches and space. Couples and families usually prefer the south; first-time visitors who want both can split four nights either side.
Is Goa worth it in the monsoon?
For the landscape and the prices, yes. For the beach, no — the sea is rough, flags go up and most shacks are dismantled for the season.
How many days do we need in Goa?
Four nights is a comfortable long weekend. Six lets you add the interior and a day trip to Dudhsagar without rushing.
Can you arrange a special occasion in Goa?
We arrange private dinners, anniversary set-ups and small celebrations with our partner properties. Full wedding planning is outside what we do.
Northeast India
How do we get to the northeast?
Guwahati is the main gateway, with direct flights from Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai and Bengaluru. Shillong is a three-hour drive from the airport.
Is the root bridge trek difficult?
It is a steep stepped descent and climb, around five to six hours round trip. Manageable at a steady pace if you are reasonably fit, but not suitable for weak knees.
Which permits do we need?
Meghalaya and Assam need none for Indian citizens. Arunachal Pradesh requires an Inner Line Permit, and foreign nationals need a Protected Area Permit — both handled by us.
Can Kaziranga and Meghalaya be combined?
Yes, and it is the trip we recommend most. Seven days covers Shillong, Cherrapunji, Dawki and two nights at Kaziranga comfortably.
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