Tour to the Supreme Hills of Shimla, Kinnaur, Spiti and Manali
10 Nights/11 Days Tour
The hills of Shimla, Sarahan, Sangla, Kalpa and Manali are known as the gateway to the Himalayas. The cold desert of the Himalayas is lined with many small villages. Shimla has been the capital of tourists for almost a century. The snowy mountains have been the lifeline to this beautiful town. The tour package will cover these great mountainous facades in one circuit. In the present day, the high reaches of Kaza and Chandertal are frequented by visitors of refined taste. It immerses you into the emptiness of the land and excites you with the bits of the townscape. The tour package covers the entire circuit of the belt from Shimla to Kaza and then opening at Manali. Chandertal is photographed by many enthusiasts for the number of birds residing here. You will also see the monasteries of Tabo and Kaza that date back to the pre-historic times. The tour package brings the best of the Himachal Pradesh for you.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Chandigarh to Shimla
Upon your arrival in Chandigarh, you will be received and taken to Shimla. As you arrive at Shimla, go on to explore the native places of sightseeing such as the renowned Mall Road and shop some goods. Proceed to the hotel to spend the night.
Day 2: Shimla to Sarahan
Have breakfast and embark on the journey to Sarahan from Shimla. You will pass by Kufri and Rampur and have lunch at Rampur. Check in at the hotel in Sarahan upon your arrival and relax for some time. The view point for the Shrikhand Mahadev Peak is also a sightseeing option in Sarahan along with 800 years old Bhimakali temple. Immerse yourself in the all round view of the the great Himalayas. In the evening, go to see the Aarti at the Bhimakali temple and attain the divine experience. Return to your hotel to stay for the night.
Day 3: Sarahan to Sangla
The Aarti at Bhimakali Temple begins early in the morning, so get up early to catch the essence of spirituality. Have breakfast and proceed for the journey to Sangla that will pass by the Karcham route. Enjoy the lovable views of the Baspa Valley that will fall on the way. Also, adore the views of the mountains. As you arrive, check in at the hotel, enjoy the dinner and spend the night at the hotel.
Day 4: Sangla - Chitkul – Sangla
Have breakfast and go sightseeing around the places. Your sightseeing options will include a visit to the Kamru Fort and Kamakhya Devi Temple. Have lunch and move to Chitkul which is known as the ancient Indo-Tibetan trade route. There are green pastures and orchards and streams of crystal clear water. This offers a lovely sight. Then get to your hotel at Sangla to stay for the night.
Day 5: Sangla – Kalpa
Have breakfast and proceed for the journey to Kalpa which will take around 2 hours. It is at a short distance from Sangla, situated at 2670 meters above sea level. As you arrive at Kalpa, check in at the hotel and start the town tour by first visiting the 79 feet rock Shivling. This massive Shivling also changes colours at a different time of the day. Then, by the evening, go to visit Buddhist Gompa - Hu Bu Lan Kar and return back to your hotel to have dinner and stay for the night.
Day 6: Kalpa Nako - (Nako Lake)
Have breakfast and start the journey to visit the picturesque lake of Kinnaur, Nako Lake. This is a place worth photographing the astounding views. The Nako village is designated as a heritage village and retains some temples and a Buddhist Gompa. Return to your hotel to have dinner and stay for the night.
Day 7: Nako – Tabo – Kaza
Have breakfast and continue the journey to Tabo that is a place of high reverence and importance to the Tibetan Buddhist world. It is also a centre of Thanga Paintings and holds a painting school by Dalai Lama. Then go to your hotel to have dinner and stay for the night.
Day 8: Kaza Tour
Have breakfast and begin the sightseeing of Kaza beginning from Gete Village and then Kibber Village, and Ki Monastery. Ki Monastery brings a beautiful sight of the village. On your way back to the hotel, immerse yourself in the beauty of Damul village. As you arrive at your hotel, enjoy the dinner and spend the night.
Day 9: Kaza – Chandra Taal Lake - Manali
Have breakfast and proceed to Kunzum Pass and then to Chandratal Lake. On the way, you will reach Batal from where you will have to change the vehicle to arrive at Chandratal. The Chandratal Lake is around the CB ranges and offers views of the majestic CB peaks. It has deep blue water that captures the heart and holds religious importance. Return back to Batal and then proceed to Manali. You can follow the Rohtang Pass route to reach Manali. Arrive at your hotel to stay for the night.
Day 10: Manali local Tour
Have breakfast and go on for the local tour of Manali. Proceed for sightseeing of Vashisht Village, Manu Temple, Van Vihar, Tibetan Monastery and Hadimba Devi Temple. As the evening falls, go shopping at the Mall road and Hong Kong Market. Then proceed to your hotel for dinner and to stay for the night.
Day 11: Manali to Chandigarh
Have breakfast and depart for Chandigarh airport or railway station.
This energising tour covers end to end destinations of Himachal Pradesh.