Duration: | 14 Days / 13 Nights | Language: | Hindi English Punjabi Himachali | ||||||
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Best Time to Visit: | Jun Jul Aug Sep | ||||||
Primary Activities: | Hills & Mountains Jeep Safari Kayaking Rock Climbing Paragliding Village Tour | Other Activities: | Buddhist Monuments Food Safari Nature Walk Temple Tours Trekking Walking Tour Water Fall Tour Water Sports Wildlife Safari Wine Tour | ||||||
Nearest City: | shimla Manali Sarahan Sangla Kalpa Nako Kaza Sichling Tabo Batal | Nearest Airport: | Chandigarh Airport ( Chandigarh (IXC) ) | ||||||
Nearest Railway Station: | Chandigarh ( CDG ) | Activity Level: | High | ||||||
Traveler: | Domestic International | Transportation: | Most of the places are connected in the state by good road network. | ||||||
Trip Code: | Him/Man/adm/0101 | Wild Tour: | Adventures Group Hill Station Off Road Weekend | ||||||
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The Jeep safari starts from the City of Chandigarh to one of the most unknown and pristine spots in the Indian jungles of Himachal Pradesh, the Spiti valley and Kinnaur. It involves remote valleys, small quaint traditional villages, clear sparkling mountain streams, high cold mountain passes and breathtaking scenery all around. The rugged terrain and old monasteries scattered precariously no slopes forms on of the most beautiful sights in India. You will also get a chance to visit the foremost highest permanent village on Earth, Kibber in Spiti Valley. Our journey will commence from leh to Manali, here you will do sightseeing at Naggar. Then will move to Batal, where you would explore the famous lake. From here, you will further visit Kaza, where you will see tiny villages. A drive for some more time will bring us to Sichling and to Tabo, the panoramic views of the places are breath taking. You will drive from here to Kalpa via Nako. From here, our journey will take us to Sangla. Couple of villages can be seen while going through Sarhan, Shimla and Kalka, which will be our last destination.
Highlights of the Day:
Kullu valley, the Hadimba Devi Mandir (temple)the Manu Maharishi Ashram, Club
house, the temple of Shiva the Roerich art Gallery Gadhan Thekchokling
Monastery the castle at Naggar, and
Jatathsukh temple. For those of us who like thrill and adventure, they can
paraglide at Halan Valley; fish at the Aut, Yoga and reiki streams and enjoy
the benefits of ayurvedic massage at Vashist.
You
will be guided in our trip by certified and locally experienced guides who know
the trails and roads on the mountains like the back of their hand. Under their
expert guidance you will see the historical sites, the wonderful vista and the
spectacular village of nagger situated 12 kms by road from Manali. The roads
are youll maintained and the journey a treat for the astounding alpine scenery
that flashes by the window of the car. Thereafter, you can get back for a hot
refreshing and rejuvenating bath in the famous hot springs of Vashist that is
said to wash away all sins and leave the body and soul clear and pristine. The
high sulphur content of the water also gets rid of skin diseases and
infections. You will be staying at the camp in Prini, where the staff will set
up bonfires.
Highlights of the Day: Rohtang La
monastery, Chandertal Lake, a short walk from Batal.
Today
you will drive to Batal, 100 km from Manali, mesmerized by the breathtaking
views and glorious landscape that will greet us on our way. You will see the
Rohtang La monastery, at an improbable height of 3980 meters. You will camp
overnight at Batal in tents with bonfires and barbecues as usual and
entertainment provided by the locals or participation from the group.
Chandertal Lake, a short walk from Batal may also be visited if time permits.
Highlights of the Day: valleys
,waterfalls, marveling, Kunzum La
monastery, horse riding, yak riding, Losar village.
After
breakfast, you will drive 88 km from Batal to Kaza, winding through mountain
roads, bypassing peaks, valleys and waterfalls and marveling at the ingenuity
of man that had made a road through thje wilderness for the benefit of the
later generations. Kunzum La, a monastery at 4558 meters is a place that will
imprint itself in your memory forever by its simple beauty and captivating
charm.
You
will the visit Kaza on our way back and enjoy the night in tenets with a merry
fire to keep us company. Adventure sports like horse riding and yak riding will
take place in Losar village, a short distance away.
Highlights of the Day: Kibber
village, Yang Yud Gompa.
Kaza is the
administrative headquarters of the sub division of Spiti and is filled with
tourist attractions with a high deposit of petrol and diesel only a short while
away. It is a problem to keep the fuels liquid in the depths of winter when
everything is buried under snow. You may also visit the famous monastery at Kibber
village and thereafter you will move to Yang Yud Gompa.
Highlights of the Day: Pin Valley
National Park Sightseeing.
Today
you will drive 20 kms from Kaza to Sichling and indulge ourselves in the jungle
safari. The road passes through the picturesque Pin valley and you may even see
some of the local wildlife n the way. The slopes and forests are populated by
deer, marmots, hares and other herbivores, and cheetahs and tigers as
predators. The Pin Valley National Park will provide more opportunities for
sightseeing and stay like boy scouts in tents and wrap ourselves warmly in
sleeping bacgs, listening to the murmuring of the fire outside.
Highlights of the Day:
Dhankar Gompa, Temples, Chortens and Tabo Gompa, Lalung gompa, The Golden
Temple, the Mabdala Temple, the Bodhisattva Maitreya Temple, the Dromton temple
and the chamber of art.
Early
morning, You will start moving to Tabo, 48 km from Sichling. On the way you
will visit the Dhankar Gompa ,the most ancient and largest monastic complex in
Spiti and has temples, chortens and Tabo Gompa that will astound and ayou the
tourist and leave him enthralled to the loveliness of the place. It is called
the Ajanta of the Himalayas and it is a beautiful space for camping and
having one of the best nights of our lives under the starry sky and chill winds
blowing the flames of the bonfire in all directions with every gust.
At
Lalung gompa, the main attractions are: The Golden Temple, the Mabdala Temple,
the Bodhisattva Maitreya Temple, the Dromton temple and the chamber of art
relics and beautiful pictures which will remain engraved in our hearts forever
more.
Highlights of the Day: Nako
village.
Today
morning starts drive to Nako, 69 kms from tabo. It is an authentic style of
atrchitectural symmetry that is unique to the region with its unparelleld
beauty with its Gompas, stucco images no the walls and murals. In nako village
the main attractions are the monstic complex, the upper temple the small white
temple and the footprint of Padmasambha.
Highlights of the Day: Jeep
safari for adventure.
Early
morning start drive Nako to Kalpa, 125 kms to Kalpa where the Satluj and Spiti
rivers confluence will leave you spellbound. The perfect place for
contemplating the majesty of the Himalayas and slow appreciation of the
beautiful scenery will occupy our day and refresh our minds from the mundane
stress day to ay existence at our crowded cities.
There
is a jeep safari for adventure lovers and the evening will be spent around the
bonfire. You will also see the Kinnaur Kailash, with a 70 meter Shivling at the
top o the mountain and and also you can see the
plantation of Chilgoza.
Highlights of the Day:
Recong Peo, Chanadika Devi, Kamru village and fort.
Today
you will drive 51 kms from Kalpa to Sangla pasing thorugh more natural beauty
that will ayou us with its sheer charm and vibrancy. The road goes through the
Recong Peo, district headquarters of Kinaur. The road is widely populated and
this is an excellent opportunity to interact with the local people and shop for
souvenirs or gifts for the loved ones back home. The foremost visit of temples
like- Chanadika Devi can be done. A must visit to Kamru village and fort.
Highlights of the Day:
kayaking, rock climbing, trekking, bungee jumping, Chitkul village, temples and
monasteries.
Sangla
is located on the banks of the Baspa River and provides a great location for
adventure sports such as kayaking, rock climbing, trekking or bungee jumping.
People more culturally inclined may visit the Chitkul village which houses some
very interesting temples and monasteries. The proximity of temple and
monasteries underlines the fact of the unity in diversity in India.
Highlights of the Day:
Sarahan village, Raja Bushahr Palace Bhimakali Temple, and Usha Temple.
Today
you will drive 92 kms from Sangla to Sarahan, moving thorugh the beautiful
Kinnauri landscape and its huge variety is flora and fauna. The village of
Sarahan is a must visit for it is one of the most ancient and unchanged
villages n Himachal.
Highlights of the Day:
Padam Palace, Sri Sat Nahan, manufacture and creation of pashmina wool garmets.
A
184 km drive will bring us back to Shimla from Sarahan and you will be staying
at Hotel East Bourne that has comfortable beds, thick blankets and hot shoyours
to wash away the exhaustion and dirt of the mountains and come out sparkling
like new. You will visit the Padam Palace at Rampur and also the Sri Sat Nahan
temple and the famous for manufacture and creation of pashmina wool garmets.
Highlights of the Day:
State museum, Prospect Hill, Sankat Mochan temple, Jakhoo Hill.
The
summer capital of the British Raj, Shimla is a beautiful city whose quaint charm
has not been lost through commercial exploitation and the growing needs of the
tourism industry. There are various attractions which you will be visiting
throughout. You will explore The Institute of Advanced Studies, the historical
complex with its many invaluable treasures, the State museum, Prospect Hill,
Sankat Mochan temple, Jakhoo Hill, he mall and the Ridge. Overnight stay Hotel.
You will be brought to Kalka station with heartfelt warmth and boarded on trains, carrying warm memories of beautiful Himachal Pradesh and exotic souvenirs. The memories will last a lifetime and will always be one the most cherished experiences of our lifetime. Take your onward journey.