Discover the Untamed Beauty of Spiti Valley

Welcome to Chandigarh Meet Our Representative Holidays To  Himachal & leave for Narkanda .  Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel.

Narkanda :  encircled by forests and woodlands, is a charming little town in the Shimla district famous for winter skiing. Skiing will give you a Unique experience of Narkanda. This town, located at a height of 9000 feet, attracts many tourists due to its beautiful natural beauty and gorgeous apple orchards.

Hatu Peak : Soaring at a height of nearly 12,000 feet above sea level, the Hatu Peak is the highest peak in the entire Shimla district, located 8km from Narkanda. Surrounded by majestic mountains and covered in a dense green blanket of sky-touching cedar and fir, Hatu Peak may just be paradise on earth.

Hatu Mata Temple : is more than a pilgrimage site situated at 3352 meters above sea level in Narkanda, Shimla. It is a must-visit place if you are visiting Narkanda. The architecture of Hatu Mata Temple is different from other Hindu Temples. It is a perfect example of the combination of two cultures. The temple has carvings resembling Buddhism.

( Kindly Note Tempo Traveller Not Allow to Go HATU MATA TEMPLE / HATU PEAK )

Morning Breakfast let’s Move to Sangla. A journey from Karcham onwards is enjoyable and adventurous throughout the valley. The natural scenery all around and the eternal snow view are picturesque & charming. This is the most charming valley in the entire District of Kinnaur. It is also known as Baspa valley since Baspa River flows through this Valley. Explore the vicinity around including an ancient Kamro Fort & temple dedicated to Nages God. Leave to Rakchham village. Over night stay at Hotel.

Shopping At Sangla : Sangla is famous for its wood carving work and other handicrafts such as handmade shawls and caps. Look out for Kinnaur apples which are one of the best in the world.

Baspa River : It's time for some activities and adventure! A rippling river with a photographic scenic beauty is an ideal place where tourists prefer to fish, camp and trek.

When you sit by the river and admire the beauty of Rakchham is completely another world. I would say, you would have never seen this kind of creation of extraordinary beauty in your life. This place is a paradise for trekking, bird-watching, professional photographer and the extreme condition for the rock climber. The hotels offer different kinds of trips to the upper pasture land. You will not get such a combination in any hotels in Kinnaur. Visit Chitkul, the last village on old Indo- Tibetan Route, walkthrough village & brilliant stream. Back to the same hotel.

Rakcham Village : Rakcham is a quaint village situated in Himachal Pradesh about 23 kms away from Chitkul, the last Indian village before the Tibet Border. The scenic little hamlet is located in the enchanting Baspa Valley by River Baspa, which is an important tributary of the Sutlej. The region is covered with dense vegetation throughout the year. The serene snow-capped peak of Kinnaur Kailasha mountains that border the district of Kinnaur can also be witnessed from this little hamlet. 

Chitkul Village : Chhitkul is a village in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. During winters, the place mostly remains covered with the snow and the inhabitants move to lower regions of Himachal. According to a recent study by Centre of Atmospheric Sciences at IIT Delhi, Chitkul has the cleanest air in India.

 

The morning after breakfast leave to Kalpa via Reckong Peo short stop to explore market famous for its dry fruit & local woolen clothes, en route visit Koti Mata Temple. Arrival at Hotel Most of the Hotel rooms facing Jorkanden & the Kinner Kailash Peaks, considered as one of the mythical homes of Lord Shiva & by its side is a seventy-nine-foot rock formation that resembles a Shivalinga that changes the color as the day passes & is visible to the naked eye on a clear day. Over night stay.

The Kinner Kailash Peaks: Kinnaur is perceived to be a magical land aka the land of fairy tales and fantasies which has a spectacular terrain of lush green valley, orchards, vineyards, snow clad peaks and cold desert mountains. It is a border district of Himachal Pradesh. Kinnaur is also rich in flora & fauna. The culture and language is different from other parts of the state. Kinnaur, the tribal district of Himachal Pradesh, lies 250 kms away from Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is located on the Hindustan Tibet Road.

Suicide Point: As the name suggest, Suicide Point is a place with dangerous trench and vertical slopes. Situated near Kalpa, a walk to this point will take you through delicious sight of apple orchards.

Narayan Nagini Temple: A perfect example of Kinnauri craftsmanship, this temple is constructed in traditional Tibetan Pagoda style of architecture. Situated on the top of a hill at Chini Village, this temple is one of the major attractions of the village and a must visit.

Roghi Village: This is a place where you can witness and enjoy the ethnicity and traditions of people of Kalpa. A small village located at a distance of 6-7 km. from Kalpa, it is famous for its simple lifestyle and customs of Himachal.

 

After breakfast leave for Tabo, Enroute Nako Lake, this is one of Kinnaur ‘ s most picturesque hamlets, Nako is slated to be declared a heritage village built around a small lake & has an important Buddhist Gompa& small temples. After lunch for Gui Village, famous for its mummies 500 to 600years old. O/N at Tabo.

Nako Lake: Nako Lake is a high altitude lake in the Pooh sub-division of the Kinnaur district of the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. It forms part of the boundary of Nako village, and is named after it. It is about 3,662 metres (12,014 ft) above sea level. The lake is surrounded by willow and poplar trees.

Gue Village: Gue is a village in the Lahul & Spiti district of the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. In this little village lays the perfectly well-preserved 500-year-old mummy of Sangha Tenzing. It was a Buddhist monk from Tibet. It was found in a sitting position, with his skin and hair intact.

The Bodhisattva Maitreya Temple:  also known as the Byams-Pa Chen-po Lha-khang, is divided into a hall, a sanctum and a vestibule. A 20 ft tall statue of the Maitreya Buddha, also known as the ‘Laughing Buddha’ or the ‘Buddha of the Future’, is the centre of attraction of this temple.

Tabo Monastery:  established by a great scholar known as Richen Zangpo during 996 AD in the Spiti Valley, is popular among tourists as well as Buddhists. This religious centre was founded with the intention of establishing an institute of advanced learning.

 

After Breakfast check out from hotel & drive to Kaza. Kaza is one of the most important monasteries, not just in Spiti but in the whole of the Tibetan Buddhist world. Tabo holds the distinction of being the largest monastic complex in Spiti constructed in 1996 AD. Enroute Dhankar Gompa. Over night stay Kaza.

Dhankar Lake: the Dhankar monastery that sits dangerously on a cliff, lies the Dhankar lake on the other side of the mountain. It takes about an hour to reach the lake after following a well marked trail from the monastery. If you spend enough time at the lake, you can see the sky change colors and reflect on the crystal-like lake, making it more spell binding each time, within a span of just a few hours.

Dhankar monastery: Dhankar Monastery, also referred to as Dankhar, Drangkhar or Dhangkar Gompa is situated in the district of Lahaul and Spiti in Himachal Pradesh, India. At an altitude of 12,774 feet, the monastery is perched unbelievably on the edge of a cliff and offers a panoramic view of Spiti valley. 

After breakfast leave for Kaza sightseeing by visiting Kee Monastery & Gate Village [Highest Motorable Connected Road in the world & Kibber Village for the ancient monastery built on what is believed to have been a crater of an extinct Volcano.

Komic Village: Komic Village, situated at a height of 4275m is a location where fossils are found. Villagers might tempt you to buy the fossils, however do not get trapped since buying and transporting fossils is not legal.

Hikkin is located at a distance of 16 Kms from Kaza, it is one hour uphill drive all the way and the village is famous for having a permanently structured highest post office of the world at the height of 14567 feet (4440 meters). 

Chim Chim Bridge : Located at a height of around 4500 meters above sea level in the Himalayan mountain ranges, the Chicham Bridge is said to be the world's highest suspension bridge and is one of the most spectacular bridges of the world. The bridge is situated across a deep gorge around 1000 feet in height.

Kibber Village: The highest village in town or as it is claimed to be, Kibber is situated 18 km from Kaza. Easily accessible by a smooth road, you will be amazed to known that the village has its own polling station during elections. 

Key Monastery: No matter what, do not drop this place from your itinerary, even if you are not on a spiritual tour. Almost 7km from Kaza, this Monastery, established in 11th century is the largest in Spiti valley.

After breakfast Checkout & drive to Chandra tal Lake. So Chigma or Chandra Taal, or Chandra Tal is a lake in the Lahaul part of the Lahul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. Chandra Taal is near the source of the Chandra River. Despite the rugged and inhospitable surroundings, it is in a protected niche with some flowers and wildlife in summer. Arrive at Chandra tal Lake Check in the Camp & Dinner Overnight stay at Camp.

Kunzum Pass is a high mountain pass in the eastern Kunzum Range of the Himalayas. It connects Lahaul valley and Spiti valley. It is on the route from Gramphoo in Lahaul to Kaza the subdivisional headquarters of Spiti. Kunzum Pass is 122 km from Manali, and 79 km from Kaza.

After breakfast Check out from Camp & drive to Manali . A gift of the Himalayas to the world, Manali is a beautiful township nestled in the picturesque Beas River valley. It is a rustic enclave known for its cool climate and snow-capped mountains, offering respite to tourists escaping scorching heat of the plains. Dinner & Overnight Stay at Hotel.

Atal Tunnel (also known as Rohtang Tunnel), named after former Prime Minister of India, Atal Bihari Vajpayee is a highway tunnel built under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range of the Himalayas on the Leh-Manali Highway in Himachal Pradesh, India.

Today is the last day of the tour. Relish an early morning breakfast. Complete the check-out formalities. Get an assisted transfer to the Chandigarh railway station / Airport for your onward journey. Thanks to Choosing HILL DESTINATIONS TO HIMACHAL.