9-Day Spiti Valley Expedition via Kinnaur and Shimla Adventure

Shimla(2N) → Sarahan(1N) → Sangla(1N) → Kalpa(1N) → Tabo(1N) → Kaza(2N)

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Chandigarh → Travel to Shimla & Shimla Local Sightseeing
  • Arrival at Chandigarh Railway Station in the morning; meet our representative and travel to Shimla.
  • After freshening up, proceed for Shimla sightseeing to cover:
    • Kufri (one of the best ski points in winter, which transforms into a famous tourist picnic spot in summer).
  • In the evening, explore The Mall, Scandal Point, Ridge, Lakkar Bazaar, and Christ Church.
  • Overnight stay in the hotel.
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Sarahan through the thick woods of Narkanda and alongside the River Sutlej.
  • Visit the Bhima Kali Temple in Sarahan.
  • On the way, enjoy the beautiful lake hydro project at Karcham Dam.
  • Enjoy the evening in the picturesque surroundings of the river valley of Baspa, located at a height of 9,000 feet.
  • After breakfast, explore the surrounding area, including the ancient Kamru Fort and the temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya Devi, which was brought from Assam, as well as the Nages God.
  • Post-lunch, enjoy an excursion to Chitkul, the last village on the Old Indo-Tibetan Trade Route. Walk through green orchards and along a beautiful stream.
  • In the evening, arrive and check in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Sangla.
  • Baspa Valley (3,450 Mts): This is one of the most beautiful valleys in the Himalayas and is often compared to the famous valley of Kashmir. Known for its rich Kinnauri culture and apple orchards, this valley was opened for tourists only in 1993 due to its close proximity to the Tibetan border.
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Kalpa, the district headquarters of Kinnaur.
  • Post lunch, rest in the hotel.
  • In the evening, visit Suicide Point and Roghi Village, a beautiful village in Kalpa.
  • Spend the night in the picturesque Kalpa village, where you can view the stunning Kinnaur Kailash Mountains.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Kalpa.
  • Kalpa is known as the district headquarters of Kinnaur and was once a favorite retreat of Lord Dalhousie.
  • It is said that whenever Lord Dalhousie wanted to take a break from his hectic schedule in Shimla, he would come here on horseback.
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Tabo.
  • En route, you will take the Indo-Tibet Highway and pass through the Khab Bridge, which marks the confluence of the Spiti and Satluj Rivers (Khab Sangam).
  • Continue your journey to Tabo.
  • On the way, visit Geu Village and Monastery, where the 500-year-old mummy of a Tibetan monk is displayed.
  • In the evening, arrive at the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay in Tabo.
  • After breakfast, check out from the hotel.
  • Visit Tabo Monastery.
  • Visit Tabo Caves:
    • Located next to the main road, NH-22 in Tabo, on the northern side, just opposite the village.
    • Contains a rising hill with caves.
  • Leave for Kaza, with a stop at Dhankar.
  • Visit Dhankar Monastery:
    • Also known as Dhankar Gompa, it is a village and a Buddhist temple in the district of Lahaul and Spiti in India.
    • Situated at an elevation of 3,894 meters in the Spiti Valley above Dhankar Village, between the towns of Kaza and Tabo.
  • Continue the drive to Kaza.
  • Upon arrival, check in at the hotel.
  • Dinner and overnight stay at Kaza.
  • After breakfast, embark on a full-day excursion to Ki, Kibber, Chicham Bridge, Hikkim, Komic, and Langza village.
  • While driving back to Kaza, stop at Kye Monastery.
  • Head towards Langza Village, followed by Hikkim, which is home to the highest post office in the world.
  • Continue to Komik, Asia's highest village.
  • Later, return to your hotel or homestay for dinner and an overnight stay in Kaza.
  • Key Monastery (13,668 ft / 4,166 m): The learning center of Buddhism, housing ancient murals and weapons. Begin the tour by visiting the Key Monastery, which has an ancient collection of murals and weapons.
  • Chicham Bridge (13,596 ft / 4,145 m): Kibber Village and Chicham Village are linked by Asia’s highest bridge, called Chicham Bridge. The 113.83-meter-long bridge is located above the Samba Lamba Nallah, a 1,000 ft deep gorge. It connects the villages of Kibber and Losar, helping to reduce the journey between them by around 40 km.
  • Langza (14,500 ft / 4,420 m): Situated at a height of about 14,500 ft above sea level, it is considered one of the highest villages in the world with a motorable road.
  • Hikkim (14,570 ft / 4,440 m): One of the highest year-round inhabited locations in India, housing the highest post office in the world.
  • Komik Village (15,049 ft / 4,589 m): Asia's highest village, Komik is a beautiful place and a haven for nature and peace lovers.
  • Morning: After breakfast, return to Shimla.
  • En route: Via Rampur and Narkanda.
  • Evening: Visit Mall Road and the Ridge, exploring local shops and eateries.
  • Drive to the hotel for dinner.
  • Overnight Stay: Shimla.
  • Early breakfast at the hotel
  • Depart for Chandigarh
  • Stop for lunch en route
  • Arrive in Chandigarh and drop off at the designated location

Stay & Meal Details

Package Policies

  • Transportation by sedan cab as per the mentioned plan.
  • All sightseeing and excursions as per the itinerary.
  • Accommodation at the mentioned hotels or similar hotels as per the itinerary.
  • Accommodation on a double sharing basis.
  • Meal Plan: MAP (Breakfast and Dinner).
  • Personal expenses of any nature.
  • Volvo tickets.
  • Train/Air fare.
  • Guide services.
  • Entry charges.
  • Extra charges for paragliding, skiing, and other activities.
  • Heater charges.
  • Unforeseen expenses due to weather conditions.
  • Any personal expenses such as tickets for pony rides, yak rides, paragliding, etc.
  • Any upgrades in airline class or hotel room category.
  • Cost of insurance.
  • Any extra expenses such as route changes, date changes, or accommodation facilities incurred due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Any services or activity charges other than those included in the tour itinerary or holiday package offer.
  • Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley located high in the Himalayas.
  • It is situated in the northeastern part of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.
  • Spiti Valley lies in the rain shadow region of the Greater Himalayan ranges.
  • The name 'Spiti' means 'The middle land', referring to the land between Tibet and India.
  • Prior to 45 days or more: 25% of tour cost.
  • Between 44 and 31 days of departure: 40% of tour cost.
  • Between 30 and 15 days of departure: 50% of tour cost.
  • Between 14 days and 7 days prior to the date of departure: 75% of tour cost.
  • Between 6 days and in case of no show: 100% of tour cost.

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9-Day Spiti Valley Expedition via Kinnaur and Shimla Adventure

Shimla(2N) → Sarahan(1N) → Sangla(1N) → Kalpa(1N) → Tabo(1N) → Kaza(2N)

4.6 (515 Reviews)

179 Agents for Shimla

STAY   budget hotels

$ 324

$ 361

10% off

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