Shimla Chitkul Manali Tour
The main attractions of Chitkul are its houses which have either slate or wooden plank roofs. It also houses a small Buddhist Temple and a small tower. There is a monastery called Kagyupa Temple where an age old image of Shakyamuni Buddha is worshipped. The valley proffers an unsurpassed view of the river Baspa with the vistas of snow-clad mountains on the left and apple orchards and wooden houses on the right.
Sangla: - Trout Fishing in Baspa River - For the enthusiasts it is a treat to angle for trouts in the crystal clear waters of the Baspa River in Sangla Valley. Day permits can be arranged from the local authorities. Indias first trout breeding farm was set up in Sangla way back in 1926. Besides April, October is the best time to angle for Brown and Rainbow Trouts.
Rakcham Walk - A signature walk of the valley, this route was once used regularly by the villagers from Batseri to go to Rakcham. It is a fascinating walk through a wide variety of flora. If the trek is done before June, one also gets to cross two tails of glaciers coming from the top to meet the frisky Baspa. Takes about about 4 hours
Bhimkali Temple Complex - Bhimkali Temple is a old wooden structure temple considered one of the Shaktipeetha Temples and situated right in middle of the town overlooking Himalayan Views. Typically Visited enroute Sangla Valley even if it's a 17 km detour from the NH-22
Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Highlights: Shimla - Sangla - Chitkul - Sangla
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Day 1
Shimla - Sangla
After breakfast, drive for Sangla via Karcham. Visit another destination known as Baspa valley, the prettiest valley in Himachal. After arrival at Sangla (2744 metres above sea level), check- in to the hotel. Rest in the hotel and spend the day at your own leisure. Overnight at Sangla.
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Day 2
Sangla - Chitkul - Sangla
Visit the ancient Kamru Fort and Temple dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya Devi, which was brought from Assam. Also, explore other sightseeing places around the area.Set out for an excursion to Chitkul, which is the last village on the old Indo - Tibetan trade route. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the green orchards and the view of the brilliant stream that passes by. Later, return to your hotel in Sangla and an overnight stay.
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Day 3
Sangla - Kalpa
After breakfast, drive to Kalpa. 2670 metres above the sea level, Kalpa is the district headquarter of Kinnaur and was once the favourite getaway of Lord Dalhousie. On reaching Kalpa, check- in to the hotel. Once known as Chini, little has changed in Kalpa in the last 500 years. Legend has it that when Lord Dalhousie wanted to take a break from his hectic schedule in Shimla, he would come here on his Horseback. By the side of Kalpa is a 79 feet high rock formation that resembles a Shivlinga that changes its colour as the day passes. Rest in hotel for a while. In the evening, visit the Buddhist Gompa, Hu Bu Lan Kar. Return to the hotel for a comfortable overnight stay at Kalpa.
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Day 4
Kalpa - Tabo
Early in the morning, witness the beautiful sunrise over the Kinnaur Kailash Peaks. After that breakfast and drive to Tabo. On your way, visit Kinnaur's most picturesque hamlet and the Nako Lake. Nako is a heritage village built around a small lake and has an important Buddhist Gompa and a small temple. A footprint like impression on a rock is ascribed to the saint Guru Padmasambhava. Explore the scenic Spiti Valley that has few signs of vegetation. The beauty of Spiti lies in its unspoiled, untainted raw landscape. Rudyard Kipling describes Spiti in 'Kim' in these words: "At last they entered a world within a world - a valley of leagues where the high hills were fashioned of the mere rubble and refuse from off the knees of the mountains…surely the Gods live here."
On arrival at Tabo, check in to the hotel. The ancient village of Tabo is situated on the left bank of the river Spiti. It is the land of one of the most famous Buddhist monasteries, regarded next to the Tholong Gompa in Tibet. It is also known as the 'Ajanta of Himalayas'.
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Day 5
Tabo - Kaza
Join the morning prayers at the Tabo Monastery which was constructed in 996 AD. It is a complex that consists of 9 Temples, 23 Chortens, a monk's chamber and an extension that houses the nun's chamber. Above the enclave is a series of caves which are used by the monks. The monastery contains large number of scriptures and pieces of art including wall paintings and stucco. There is also a modern Gompa and a painting school founded by the Dalai Lama.
Check out of the hotel in Tabo and head to Kaza (3870 metres above sea level). On your way to Kaza (the capital of Spiti Valley), visit Dhankar Gompa, the traditional capital of Spiti. This hilltop fort that overlooks the Spiti Valley used to be a jail earlier. Today, more than 160 lamas reside here. Notable sights at Dhankar Gompa include a statue of Vairochana (Dhayan Buddha) consisting of 4 figures seated back to back in addition to various crumbling Thangkas.
On arrival at Kaza, check in to the hotel & a comfortable overnight stay at the Kaza. -
Day 6
Kaza
Take a trip to Ki Monastery. Ki Monastery, situated at the foot of steep ridges and on the left bank of river Spiti, is the biggest Gelupa Sect Monastery in Spiti. A post 13th century construction, the three-storey structure consists largely of storage rooms at the bottom level while the middle floor houses Dukhang - the Assembly Hall, and the uppermost floor has another temple on one side and Lama's quarters on the other side of an open terrace. The greatest wealth of Ki Gompa lies in its collection of 'Thangkas' rescued from the devastating 19th century raids of the Dogars and the Sikhs. The monastery is famous for its ancient murals and books; and hundreds of lamas receive their religious training here.
Afterwards, take a scenic drive to the pasture country of Kibber. From Kibber, the pastures are spread over hundreds of square kilometres. Overnight stay at Kaza
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Day 7
Kaza - Kumzum La Pass - Manali
Check out of the hotel and drive to Manali via Kunzumla Pass which is 4590 metres above sea level. The highest pass on Spiti is Lahaul Road. On arrival in Manali (3340 metres above sea level), check in to the hotel and enjoy a comfortable overnight stay at MANALI.
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Day 8
Manali - Local Sightseeing
After breakfast, checkout from hotel. Do half day local sightseeing of Manali, then afternoon drop at Bus stop.
THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Accommodation at :
- 01 Night stay at specified hotels in Sangla.
- 01 Night stay at specified hotels in Kalpa.
- 01 Night stay at specified hotels in Tabo.
- 02 Nights stay at specified hotel in Kaza.
- 01 Night stay at specified hotel in Manali.
- Stay on MAP Basis. (06 breakfasts and 06 dinners)
- Transportation by 01 NAC Quails / Scorpio / Xylo (as per availability) for arrival / departure transfers, sightseeing as per the itinerary.
- Driver com assistance at the airport/bus stop while arriving and departing.
- Mics. charges are inclusive like
- Toll tax & Parking
- All applicable luxury/ road taxes
THE QUOTATION DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Airfares trainfare.
- Any entrance fees, Any Joy ride.
- Medical expenses (apart from first aid) and insurance of any kind.
- Tips, laundry, liquors, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, camera fee and items of personal nature.
- Transportation is not on disposal basis. It is strictly as per the programme, any extra running will be charges extra.
- Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses. If there is any changes in itinerary due to the above circumstance, guest will have to pay directly over there as per uses.
- There is no refund if the tour not complete due to reason of any natural calamities.
- Any other item not mentioned in the cost includes section.
Payment Policy :-
- 50% on the time of Confirmation.
- 50% before 15days of arrival date.
Cancellation Policy :-
- 30 Days prior to date of arrival – full refund
- Within 29 Days there will be 01 night retention.
- Within 15 Days there will be 50% retention.
- Below 07 days No refund for cancellation or after starting of the tour.
All the arrangements for the tour are preplanned and prepaid. In case of not completion of the tour due to any reason whatsoever there will not be any refund for any unutilized services. Any extra expense due any alteration has to be paid extra.
Child Policy:
- Children below 5 years of age are allowed to stay free with parents without extra bed.
- Children between 5 – 12 years have to take an extra bed at the prescribed rate.
- 02nd child between 5 – 12 years sharing parent's bed have to pay extra for Meals only.
NOTE:- **If the above mentioned hotels are not available at the time of confirmation we will give you similar category or supplement cost for Upper category hotel**
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