(Himachal Monastery Tour) Shimla – Sarahan – Raksham – Sangla – Reckong Peo – Kalpa – Nako – Tabo – Kaza – Chandertal Lake – Kunzum Pass – Rohtang Pass – Manali – Delhi Tour Package

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Explore Hidden Himachal - Kinnaur & Lahaul Spiti

Shimla is the capital of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. Once the summer capital of British India, it remains the terminus of the narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla Railway, completed in 1903. It’s also known for the handicraft shops that line The Mall, a pedestrian avenue, as well as the Lakkar Bazaar, a market specializing in wooden toys and crafts. Shimla is home to a number of buildings that are styled in the Tudorbethan and neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era, as well as multiple temples and churches. The colonial architecture and churches, the temples and the natural beauty of the city attract a large number of tourists. Shimla is situated at a height of 2200 Meters from the see level.

Kinnaur is one of twelve administrative districts in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The district is divided into three administrative areas – Pooh, Kalpa, and Bhaba Nagar and has five Tehsils. The administrative headquarters of Kinnaur district is at Reckong Peo. From here Kinnaur Kailash considered to be the abode of Lord Shiva, can be viewed. A mountainous area, ranging in altitude from 2,320 to 6,816 meters (7,612 to 22,362 ft), Kinnaur is one of the smallest districts in India by population. It is famous for the Kinnaur Kailash, a mountain sacred to Hindus, close to the Tibetan border. Sarahan is small village located in Himachal Pradesh, India. Town is famous for its Bhimakali Temple, originally known as Bhimadevi Temple, which is dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali. The temple is situated at about 170 KM from Shimla city and it is one of 51 Shakti Peethas. The village is known as the "gateway of Kinnaur". Sangla is a city in the Baspa Valley, also referred to as the Sangla valley, in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh, India, close to the Tibetan border. Sangla Valley or the Baspa Valley starts at Karcham and ends at Chitkul. Sangla is the major town in the valley with a petrol pump, Bank ATMs, Post Office, Restaurants, Bar, mid range hotels and shops. The valley is surrounded by forested slopes and offers views of the high mountains. Its location in the greater Himalayan range gives it a milder climate than the plains. Besides the natural beauty of Great Himalaya Kamru Fort, Mata Devi Temple & Bearing Nag Temples are the main attractions of the Valley. Kalpa is a small town in the Sutlej river valley, above Recong Peo in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh in the Indian Himalayas. Inhabited by Kinnauri people and famous for its apple orchards. Apples are a major cash-crop for the region. The local inhabitants follow a syncretism of Hinduism and Buddhism, and many temples in Kalpa are dedicated to both Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses.

Lahaul & Spiti district located in Himachal Pradesh consists of the two formerly separate districts of Lahaul and Spiti. The present administrative centre is Keylong in Lahaul. Kunzum La or Kunzum Pass (altitude 4,551 Meters, 14,931 ft) is the entrance pass to the Spiti Valley from Lahaul. It is 21 KM from Chandra Taal. This district is connected to Manali through the Rohtang Pass. To the south, Spiti ends 24 KM from Tabo, at the Sumdo where the road enters to Kinnaur and joins with National Highway No. 22. The natural scenery and Buddhist monasteries such as Key/Kee, Dhankar, Shashur, Guru Ghantal, Khungri Monastery in Pin Valley, Tnagyud Gompa of the Sakya Sect in Komic, Sherkhang Gompa in Lahlung, the only Buddhist Mummy of a Monk in Gue around 550 years old and Chandra Taal Lake are the main tourist attractions of the region. One of the most interesting places is the Tabo Monastery, located 45 KM from Kaza, capital of the Spiti region. There is a modern guest houses with a dining hall and all facilities are available for tourist.

List of hidden Himachal Pradesh tourist destinations - 

Kinnaur - Sarahan, Raksham, Sangla, Chhitkul, Reckong Peo, Kalpa etc. 

Lahaul Spiti - Kaza, Nako, Tabo, Kee, Kibber, Chandertal Lake, Kunzum Paas etc. 

Tour Code : WHHI/HP/HDN 052

Tour Duration : 11 Nights/ 12 Days

Places to visit : Shimla – Sarahan – Raksham – Sangla – Reckong Peo – Kalpa – Nako – Tabo – Kaza – Chandertal Lake – Kunzum Paas – Rohtang Pass – Manali – Delhi

HIDDEN HIMACHAL MONASTERY TOUR PACKAGE
Shimla – Sarahan – Raksham – Sangla – Reckong Peo – Kalpa – Nako – Tabo – Kaza – Chandertal Lake – Kunzum Paas – Rohtang Pass – Manali – Delhi

Day 01: Arrival Shimla + Shimla Local Sightseeing Tour

Arrive at Shimla, check in to hotel. After breakfast and some rest local sightseeing of Shimla city, Shimla is the capital city of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. Shimla was the summer capital of British India. Considered to be the Queen of the hills and it is famous and popular hill tourist destination of India for the memorable holidays. It is also known as “Dev Bhoomi” (The land of god). Later free for independent activities and overnight stay at Shimla hotel. Visit to Sankat Mochan Temple, Kali Bari Temple, Vice Regal Lodge, Scandal Point, Christ Church and evening free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Shimla city at The Mall & The Ridge and overnight stay at Shimla hotel.

Day 02: Shimla – Kufri – Naldehra – Narkanda – Sarahan (170 Km) Travel time 6 hours (Approx)

After breakfast check out from Shimla hotel and drive to Sarahan en route visiting Kufri, Naldehra and Narkanda. Evening arrive at Sarahan – The village is known as the gateway of Kinnaur district. Sarahan is small picturesque village in Himachal Pradesh of India. It is the site of famous Bhimakali Temple, originally known as Bhimadevi Temple, dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali, presiding deity of the rulers of the former Bushahr State, check in to hotel, after refresh visit to famous Bheema Kali Temple Complex – In the same complex visit other temples such as Narsingh Shrine of Bhairon and Lord Raghunath. Bird Park, near the temple complex, it also houses of the state bird as Monaal which is a great attraction. Evening free for your own activities or explore Sarahan village and overnight stay at Sarahan hotel.

Day 03: Sarahan – Sangla/Raksham (95+20 Km) Travel Time 3/4 hours (Approx)

After breakfast check out from Sarahan hotel and drive to Sangla/Raksham – Sangla is a city in the Baspa Valley, also referred to as the Sangla valley, in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh, India, close to the Tibetan border.  On arrival, check in to hotel, after refresh free for independent activities or explore Sangla local market and overnight stay at Sangla/Raksham hotel.

Day 04: Sangla – Chhitkul – Raksham – Sangla (35 Km) 

After leisurely breakfast full day sightseeing tour of Sangla and Chhitkul, drive to Chhitkul/Chitkul – Chitkul is a village in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. It is the last inhabited Indian village near the Indo-China border. The Indian road ends here. Later drive to Sangla en route visiting Raksham Village, Azad Kashmir (Located at across the River Baspa) and Fish Farm (Located at across the River Baspa). On arrival at Sangla visit to Tibetan Wood Carving Centre – A paradise for shopaholics, this place is famous for its Tibetan products made of wood carvings. Bering Nag Temple – Must visit this temple, it is one of the most important temples for Hindus. Very fine an architectural work in the temple. Kamru Fort – This fort is a perfect place for a glimpse in to the artistic legacy of past. Now it is converted into a temple and it is dedicated to Hindu Goddess Kamakhya Devi. Sangla Meadow – Lush green meadows spotted with mud patches and a magnificent backdrop of snow covered Himalayan Mountains. Buddhist Monastery – It is one of the major attractions in the Sangla Valley, attracting a large number of tourists. Baspa River – A beauty full place for an adventure activities with the scenic beauty for photography and also an ideal place for fishing, camping and trekking. Evening explore local Sangla market and overnight stay at Sangla/Raksham hotel.

Day 05: Sangla/Raksham – Reckong Peo – Kalpa (50 Km) Travel time 2 hours (Approx)

After leisurely breakfast check out from Sangla/Raksham hotel and drive to Kalpa - Kalpa is situated at a high altitude of 2759 meters from the sea level, on the old Hindustan-Tibet Road. Reckong Peo is district head quarter of Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Kalpa is located around 9 Km away from Reckong Peo. 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 is a tribal district of Himachal Pradesh. It is also famous for best quality of Apple’s. On arrival at Kalpa, check in to hotel. After refresh free for your own activities or explore Kalpa village/local market and overnight stay at Kalpa hotel.

Day 06: Kalpa – Reckong Peo – Kalpa Sightseeing Tour (13 Km)

After leisurely breakfast full day excursion and visiting Kalpa Village, Kinner Kailash Mountain Peak, Bhaba Valley, Chandika Temple and various monasteries of Reckong Peo. Evening explore Reckong Peo local market and overnight stay at Kalpa hotel. Reckong Peo town is a last place where foreign tourists can get Inner Line Permit to visit Spiti Valley.

Day 07: Kalpa/Reckong Peo – Puh – Khab – Sumdo – Yungthang – Nako – Hurling – Tabo (145 Km) Travel time 7/8 hours (Approx)

After breakfast check out from Kalpa hotel and drive to Tabo en route visiting Nako Lake, Sumdo (International Indo – China Boarder Pass) and Hurling (International Indo – China Boarder Pass). Evening arrive at Tabo, check in to hotel and after refresh visit to more then 1000 year old monastery of Tabo – Tabo Monastery is located in the Tabo village of Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, northern India. The town surrounds a Buddhist monastery which, according to legend, is said to be over a thousand years old. The Dalai Lama has expressed his desire to retire to Tabo, since he maintains that the Tabo Monastery is one of the holiest. Later explore Tabo Village and overnight stay at Tabo hotel.

Day 08: Tabo – Kaza – Kee – Kibber – Kaza (70 Km) Travel time 3 hours (Approx)

After leisurely breakfast check out from Tabo hotel and drive to Kibber en route visiting Kee Monastery and Kee Gate – Kee Gompa is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4,166 meters (13,668 ft) above from sea level, close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Lahaul and Spiti district. It is the biggest monastery of Spiti Valley and a religious training centre for Lamas. It reportedly had 100 monks in 1855. Continue drive to Kibber (Highest motorable road of the world) and explore Kibber Village. Later drive back to Kaza – The town of Kaza is the sub divisional headquarters of the remote Spiti Valley in the Lahaul and Spiti district of the state of Himachal Pradesh in the Western Himalayas of India. The largest township in Lahaul Valley and Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, Kaza boasts of high mountains with snowy crowns, crystal clear rivers, streams and barren splendor interspersed with patches of green. Kaza is known for its colorful festivals and the Sakya Tangyud Monastery. On arrival Kaza visit Sakya Tangyud Monastery, check in to hotel, after refresh explore Kaza town and local market and overnight stay at Kaza.

Day 09: Kaza – Losar – Kunzum Pass – Chandertal Lake – Rohtang Pass – Manali (185 Km) Travel time 9/10 hours (Approx)

After early breakfast check out from hotel and drive to Manali en route visiting Losar Village, Kunzum Pass, Chandertal Lake – Chandra Taal or Chandra Tal is situated in the Spiti part of the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. The name of the lake originates from its crescent shape. It is situated at an altitude of about 4,300 Meters in the Himalayas. Rohtang Pass – Located at a height of 3979 Meters. Rohtang Pass is on the highway to Keylong/Leh. In winters, the pass remains closed but is open from June to October for motor vehicles. This pass is a gateway to Lahaul Spiti, Pangi and Leh Ladakh Valley. On the way also visit to Rani Nalaha, Marhi, Rahala Fall and Gulaba Fall. Evening arrive at Manali and overnight stay at Manali hotel.

Day 10: Manali Local Sightseeing Tour 

After leisurely breakfast, proceed for local sightseeing tour of Manali town and visiting Hadimba Devi Temple (Temple is dedicated to the wife of Bheem), Manu Temple – This magnificent temple is dedicated to the sage Manu, who is said to be the creator of the world. Club House – Club House is an amusement zone and it has indoor game facilities. Vashisht Temple & Sulpher hot spring) – This temple is dedicated to the great sage Vashisht in the village of Vashisht located 3 Km away from Manali. Tibetan Monastery – Tibetan Monastery is one of the famous tourist spot in Manali and is famous for weaving colour full carpets and Van Vihar – Van Vihar is a famous picnic spot in Manali also famous for Indian movies shooting at Mall Road. Later free to stroll in the famous shopping place of Manali town at The Mall and overnight stay at Manali hotel.  

Day 11: Manali – Delhi (573 Km) 12/14 Hours journey - By A/C Volvo Coach

After leisurely breakfast check out from hotel and free for independent activities. Later at 4.30PM (Reporting time is 4.00PM at Volvo bus stand) travel from Manali to Delhi by A/C Volvo coach by overnight journey.

Day 12: Morning Arrival at Delhi 

Morning arrive at Delhi and proceed for further journey back to home or onward destination.

 

Tour End....!!!!

But Sweet Memories Always Remain….!!!!

 

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