Shimla Sangla Kalpa Kaza Keylong Manali (10 Days/09 Nights)

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Kinnaur has a spectacular terrain of lush green valley, orchards, vineyards, snow clad peaks and cold desert mountains. 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, the tribal district of Himachal Pradesh, lies 250 km away from Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is situated on the NH–22 (Hindustan Tibet Road). The landscape of the area varies from lush green orchards of the scenic Sangla Valley to the stark magnificence of the Hangrang Valley. The massive snow clad ranges that provide a regal dignity to the scene are dominated by the peak of Kinner Kailash. Kalpa is one of the biggest and beautiful villages of Kinnaur.

Description

Shimla-Sangla-Kalpa-Kaza-Keylong-Manali Itinerary: 10 Days/09 Nights

Day 01: Chandigarh to Shimla (125 km)
On arrival, transfer from Chandigarh to Shimla, a drive of approximately 5 hrs.
Overnight in Shimla.

Day 02: Shimla to Sarahan (174 km)
After breakfast, we start to explore Sarahan.
En-route visit Kufri, Fagu and Narkanda, all famous for their scenic beauty. Sarahan is surrounded by apple orchards. From Sarahan, you can witness the Shrikhand Mahadev Peak (5155 mts).
Overnight at Sarahan.

Day 03: Sarahan to Sangla (84km)
Early morning, visit the holy temple of Goddess Bhimakali. This temple is a wonderful mixture of Buddhist and Hindu architecture. Later, drive to Sangla, the most beautiful valley of Himachal Pradesh.
Overnight in Sangla.

Day 04: Visit Chitkul & Batseri
After breakfast, visit the Kamru Fort and Kamakhya devi temple. Proceed on an excursion to Chitkul village. Visit Batseri and the Badri Narayan temple.
Overnight in Sangla.

Day 05: Sangla to Nako (133 km)
Nako has a beautiful lake which freezes in the winter and villagers play ice hockey during this period. Visit the temple of Padamsambhava, the second incarnation of Lord Buddha, who made Buddhism popular in the trans Himalayas. Also, visit the 1000yr old Nako monastery.
Overnight in Nako.

Day 06: Nako to Kaza (106 km)
Post breakfast, start for Tabo Monastery. Tabo has the oldest caves on barren mountains and beautiful thangka paintings, one of the most precious paintings of Buddhism. En-route, visit Gui village which has a 500 year old mummy of a meditating lama in a sitting posture.
Overnight in Kaza.

Day 07: Excursion to Ki & Kibber
After breakfast, depart for an excursion to Ki monastery and Kibber village, at an altitude of 4205 mts. After lunch, a drive to the highest motorable road – Langza village ((14,143ft) ) and en-route visit the Komik and Hikim villages.
Overnight in Kaza.

Day 08: Kaza to Keylong (188 km)
Check out for a long drive over the majestic Kunzum La. Kaza to Chhota Dadarpul (3960 mts) is a tough drive, but the different landscapes make your journey really adventurous.
Overnight stay in Keylong.

Day 09: Keylong–Triloknath–Udaipur–Keylong
After breakfast visit Gondla (3110 mts/18 km), situated on the right bank of the river Chandra, which is famous for its ancient fort. After an early lunch, leave for Trilokinath Temple, sacred to both Hindus & Buddhists. On your return visit Udaipur (53 km), home to the Mrikula Devi Temple, which is famous for its wood carvings. Overnight stay in Keylong.

Day 10: Keylong to Manali (115 km)
After an early breakfast, visit Kardang (5 km), Shasur gompa (3 km]) and Guru Ghantal (8 km). After early lunch, check-out from the hotel & depart for Manali.
Overnight in Manali.

Day 11: Manali to Chandigarh (315 km)
After breakfast, checkout from the hotel and depart for Chandigarh. Arrive at Chandigarh to return home.

Some amazing things you might not know about Kinnaur

Kinnaur has a spectacular terrain of lush green valley, orchards, vineyards, snow-clad peaks, and cold desert mountains. 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, the tribal district of Himachal Pradesh, lies 250 km away from Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh and is situated on the NH–22 (Hindustan Tibet Road). The landscape of the area varies from lush green orchards of the scenic Sangla Valley to the stark magnificence of the Hangrang Valley. The massive snow clad ranges that provide a regal dignity to the scene are dominated by the peak of Kinner Kailash. Kalpa is one of the biggest and beautiful villages of Kinnaur.

The Lahaul and Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh consists of the two formerly separate districts of Lahaul and Spiti. The present administrative centre is Keylong in Lahaul. Kunzum Pass (14,931 ft)) is the entrance pass to the Spiti Valley from Lahaul. It is 21 km (13 mi) from Chandra Tal. This district is connected to Manali through the Rohtang Pass. To the south, Spiti ends 24 km (15 mi) from Tabo, at the Sumdo where the road enters Kinnaur and joins with National Highway No. 5.

The two valleys are quite different in character. Spiti is more barren and difficult to cross, with an average elevation of the valley floor of 4,270 m (14,010 ft). It is enclosed between lofty ranges, with the Spiti River rushing out of a gorge in the southeast to meet the Sutlej River. It is a typical mountain desert area with an average annual rainfall of only 170 mm.