The Hidden Kingdoms Of Kinnaur Spiti Area, Himachal Pradesh. Best Season: July To Mid September

Located in the dizzy heights of the Himalayas with passes that are closed for 06 months, Kinnaur, Spiti, Lahaul were till recently a a forbidden land. Only a chosen few were granted permission to visit this secret world. Now this area has been opened for the daring and adventurous who can discover what had been hidden from the world for centuries. A true journey of ones lifetime.

Kinnaur

Lying on the ancient trade route between India and Tibet. Surrounded by the majestic mountains of the Himalayas and Dhauladhar range. Sparkling streams of abound in rainbow trust among other beautiful gorgeous and picturesque landscape has nurtured the descendents of the Kinners. Claiming lineage from the Mahabharata times, the Kinners lifestyle, beliefs are a heady mix of hindu and buddhist traditions.

Spiti

Lying between the Himalayan and the Kunzon ranges is the Spiti valley with mountain peaks towering at 6000 mts. Spiti offers stunningly beautiful landscape. Spiti is a land of contrasts, not only in its scenic content but also its people. The valley is predominantly Buddhist. Located in the Spiti valley is the very important Tabo monastery(Gompa in Tibeten) to have completed 1000 years of its existence.

In addition to the above hidden kingdom, we visit famous hill stations Like Shimla,Manali and Nalagarh.

After breakfast drive to Shimla ( 380 km /11 hrs ). This pleasant drive takes us through the green agricultural heartland of Haryana at the foothills of Shivalik. Enroute are resorts like Kasauli, Kalka, Solan, Dharmpur, Shimla. On arrival in Kufri check in at Hotel Kufri Resort. Evening free to explore Kufri & Shimla. Overnight in the resort.

After breakfast full day at ease to explore this beautiful hill station with its salubrious climate, scenic grandeur, winding trails, quaint bazaar & temples. Overnight in Kufri Resort.

After early breakfast drive to Sarahan (175km/08hrs) via Rampur. At Sarahan, check in at our Camps. Rest of the evening at leisure. Sarahan was once the capital of Rampur Basti. This beautiful village is surrounded by an apple Orchard. Overnight in Camp.

Early morning visit the famous Bhimkali temple. A rare blend of Buddhist and Hindu Architecture. Beside the temple complex, are three temples devoted to the Lord Raghunath, Lord Dri Narshing and Lord Sri Lanka Bir. Later drive to Sangla (65km/2hrs) situated in the right banks of River Baspa, the most beautiful valley of Kinnaur region. Afternoon free to explore the village winding hill walk. Overnight in Camp.

Full day at leisure in this beautiful Valley. Optional visit to Kamru Fort at Sangla or take an excursion to wooded slopes of Chitkul (3435mts). The last Indian village on lndo-Tibet border. Overnight in Camp.

After breakfast drive to Tabo (155km/3hrs). We are now in Spiti valley Sumdo. The terrain has been constantly undergoing marked change from Sangla to Sumdo in Spiti valley. The rugged Rocky mountains sweep down to the river giving the land scape a moon like appearance. It is a cold desert. Overnight in Spiti Camp.

After breakfast, full day free to explore Tabo monastery complex. Overnight at Camp.

After breakfast, drive to Kaza (50 km/3 hrs) the principal town of the Spiti Valley. Enroute, visit the famous Dhaukar Gompa. Dhaukar is located on the left bank of Spiti & was its capital. The Fort overlooks on to the main valley. Overnight in Kaza Camp.

After breakfast, visit Kye Gompa. This is the most important & largest Gompa in the valley with an interesting collections of Tucco images, wind instruments, weapons & rare manuscripts. We also visit Kibber village, the highest village in Asia that has been connected with motorable road & electricity. Overnight at Camp.

After early breakfast drive Losar (60km/3hrs). This is in the foothill of Kunzon La pass ( 4590 mts ).There is a small Gompa in the village. If the weather is clear we cross the pass and camp at Chottadhara (in Lahaul valley). Overnight at Camp.

After breakfast, drive to Manali. We cross the high altitude passes of Kunzon la (4590 mts) and Rohtang. We are now in Kullu valley. Check in to your pre-booked hotel in Manali.

Day free to explore this Mountain Resort. Visit the famous Hadimba Devi temple, New Tibet Gompa Quaint Market to pick up some interesting buys or trinkets etc. Overnight in Hotel Manali Ashok.

After breakfast, drive to Nalagarh (260km/8hrs). On arrival in Nalagarh check in at hotel Nalagarh Fort. Overnight at hotel.

After breakfast drive to Delhi (260km/6hrs ). On arrival in Delhi farewell dinner hosted by Network Tours. Later transfer to Airport in time to catch your onward flight.

Special Feature

Accommodation at Swiss deluxe tent or hotel as mentioned in the itinerary on twin sharing basis with all meals All adventure activities e.g. trekking,rafting,sight seeing. Best season from 15th June to 30th August.

Note: We would be happy to organize a specialized, tailor-made tour for you to suit your requirements.

For details, please contact sandhyapande@nettoursindia.com