PHOTO TOUR

A Classy Photography Road Trip to Insanely Beautiful Lahaul & Spiti Led by Acclaimed mentor Dheeraj Paul @ Indian Photo Tours

Lahaul & Spiti

Led by: Dheeraj Paul
Aug. 29, 2023 to Sept. 5, 2023

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Tour price

₹74,500.00 per participant on Double occupancy basis

Special Offer for Sony Alpha users

First Time attendees get *50% off of the above cost. Repeat Photo-Tour participants get *25%

About the tour

This Photo-Journey offers a unique combination of travel on mountain roads, easy climbs & treks, shoot sessions at high altitude villages & monasteries deep in the mountain ranges, all while driving along rivers and mind blowing ever changing terrain – everything a Photographer will ever desire!!

This Photo-Tour offers umpteen opportunities to click Rolling Meadows, blooming apple orchards, flower-dotted valleys, silent forests, the swift rivers and the haughty peaks. One can witness & capture the unique architecture, local lifestyle, people and way of life while you master the photography nuances guided by a world renowned Photo Mentor.

We travel to Spiti which is located between Tibet and India, and retains a very strong Buddhist culture and is characterized by barren lands, unimaginable rock faces, hostile roads and bone chilling temperature. We also take you to Tabo which is renowned for its breathtaking murals and stucco images which are any Photographer’s Delight...Along with breathtaking landscapes, this photo-expedition covers all the ancient architectural marvels of Kinnaur, Lahaul & Spiti such as Dhankar, Tabo & Key Monasteries as well as many high altitude inhabited villages such as Chitkul, Khibber, Langza and others.

The Guided Photo-Journey has been carefully planned & executed to perfection and offers secured comfortable drives in MUV with considerable know-how in travelling and photographing in the region and takes the photo-enthusiasts to a Photo-journey you will never ever forget!!

Highlights

Details of the Master class are as below

  • Category: Guided Photo-Tour/Ancient Architecture/Heritage/Culture/Slice of life/Amazing Landscape/Portraits
  • Itinerary - Chandigarh - Narkanda - Sangla - Kalpa – Nako - Tabo - Kaza – Kunzum Pass - Rohtang Pass/ Atal Tunnel - Manali.
  • Duration - 8 Days / 7 Nights with stay on Double Occupancy in comfortable resorts & Swiss tents with all hot meals & Hot beverages included.
  • Dates : 29th of August to 5th of September 2023.

Costs of Guided Photo-Expedition:

  • INR 74,500/– per participant on Double occupancy basis
  • Special Offer - First Time Photo Tour Participants (Sony Alpha users) pay – INR 37,250 + GST (50% off) per participant Repeat Photo Tour Participants are eligible for a special price of INR 55,875 + GST (25% off) per participant on double occupancy. T&C Apply.

Inclusions:

  • Travel by Innovas MUV from Chandigarh to Manali.
  • Accommodation in Boutique Hotels & Luxury Camps as per itinerary on double occupancy basis.
  • All meals (Breakfast/ Lunch / Dinner) & hot beverages included.
  • 2 * Mineral Water bottles per day
  • Services of our Professional Guide/Drivers.
  • Guided Photography mentoring throughout the Road Trip.
  • Critic analysis and image reviews in exciting locations.
  • Not Included:

  • GST @ 5%
  • Stay in Chandigarh & Manali. Get in touch for any help on accommodations.
  • Travel charges from Manali to your place of stay (return journey).
  • Any International Airfare / Airport Taxes / Visa charges.
  • Entry charges to monuments / hill development charges / wildlife fees if any.
  • Tips / Guide & Camera fees if applicable.
  • Soft drinks & alcoholic beverages & Any Meals not included above.
  • Strict Covid Prevention protocols will be followed/ Vaccination certificate is appreciated.
  • Travel /Medical insurance helps.
  • If you want to be on this Master Class and need any assistance/information, call Indian Photo Tours at 9910903636 /9811044788 or write to them at events@indianphototours.com.

    All participants much reach Chandigarh one day earlier for timely group departure on 29th of August 2023 which is 7.30AM . The Tour ends at Manali , Himachal Pradesh, a town which is well connected by road to New Delhi / Chandigarh.

    Most Important - Due to limited availability - Registrations are purely on first come first basis and above offer is limited to very few seats.

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      • * 25% off for repeat users. 25% discount can be availed once in the first calendar year and twice in every consecutive calendar year
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    About Dheeraj Paul (tour leader)

    Dheeraj Paul was born in 1974 in Delhi into one of the most well known and respected photography family in India. He has a vast multitude of experience in editorial and advertising photography spanning close to three decades. He is a prominent and acknowledged voice in the contemporary photography community in India with his mentorship influencing new and upcoming photographers. He is also the brand ambassador for Sony Alpha photography and the Founding Director at Indian Photo Tours where he leads guided photo expeditions and masterclass for photo enthusiasts. With a goal to capture moments in daily life, he specialises in people, travel, fine-art, food and architecture photography. Due to his early induction into photography with indoor photography, he is also an expert in indoor lighting setups. He also teaches advanced photography at the AJK Mass Communication and Research Centre at the Jamia Milia Islamia University of Delhi. His diverse experience has made him a widely renowned photographer mentor today. He has been a part of the jury for the International Sony Photography Awards 2014 and 2015. He has also been invited thrice in a row for the International Jury by the Humanity Photo Awards 2009, 2011 and 2013 in China co-organised by UNESCO. His work has been critically and widely acclaimed. He has a wide range of published books including “Around India’s First Table - Dining and entertainment at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, “The Golden Temple- A Gift to Humanity”, “The Art of Indian Cuisine” and many more to his name.