New Delhi Trip Overview
* Culture heritage of semi desert Kinnaur and bewitching view of mount Kinner Kailash
* Spiti “Little Tibet” and its centenary old Buddhist monasteries
* Tribal villages on the Indo-Tibetan border
* Stunning landscapes, authentic Tibetan culture, Arid Landscapes and Oases
Additional Info
Duration: 14 days
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore New Delhi Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting New Delhi, Delhi, India
* Culture heritage of semi desert Kinnaur and bewitching view of mount Kinner Kailash
* Spiti “Little Tibet” and its centenary old Buddhist monasteries
* Tribal villages on the Indo-Tibetan border
* Stunning landscapes, authentic Tibetan culture, Arid Landscapes and Oases
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Delhi
Stop At: Connaught Place, G-22 Marina Arcade, New Delhi 110001 India
Visit to CP, if time permits.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at hotel in Delhi
Day 2: Delhi – Chandigarh – Shimla (1900 m) 140km.
Stop At: The Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Sector No.1, Chandigarh India
The Rock Garden is a sculpture garden in Chandigarh, founded by Mr. Nek Chand Saini in 1957. The Rock Garden is a massive open-air exhibition hall that displays sculptures made from urban and industrial wastes. Spread over a massive 40-acre, it is a colourful mosaic of art pieces and sculptures. Having a total of about 5,000 statues within its bounds, the Rock Garden is a true example of ‘Best from Waste’
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Shri Hanuman Mandir Jakhoo, Jakhu Temple Park, Jakhu, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
This destination is subject to the time availability. Else it can be visited the next day. Walk up through pine forest to visit the temple of Jhaku hill dedicated to the Monkey God Hanuman.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight at a hotel in Shimla
Day 3: Shimla to Sarahan (1920m) 190 km.
Pass By: Narkanda, Narkand, Himachal Pradesh 171213, India
We will drive via Kufri, Narkanda and descend to the Rampur erstwhile Himalayan kingdom of Rampur Bushehar.
Stop At: Bhima Kali Temple, Sarahan 172102 India
This temple is dedicated to the mother goddess Bhimakali, presiding deity of the rulers of former Bushehar.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Sarahan
Day 4: Sarahan to Chhitkul and Sangla ( 3450m ) 140 kms
Stop At: Chitkul, Sangla India
It is the last inhabited village near the Indo-China border. The Indian road ends here. During winters, the place mostly remains covered with the snow and the inhabitants move to lower regions of Himachal.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Rakcham, Sangla India
A relatively unknown travel destination on the way to Chitkul via Sangla, Rakcham is found at a height of around 2900m.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Sangla
Day 5: Sangla/ to Recongpeo (2290mtrs) 38kms
Stop At: Reckong peo main market, Khwangi, Reckong Peo, Himachal Pradesh 172107, India
Today you have to undergo the formalities of inner line permit. Later , enjoy the beauty of Reckong Peo which is at height of 2290 m.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Kalpa
Day 6: Around Kalpa
Stop At: Suicide Point, Kalpa India
It is located around 3 kms away from Kalpa village and the journey to this point takes place through beautiful apple gardens. The dangerous trench and vertical slopes are the highlights of this place.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Kalpa
Day 7: Recongpeo to Tabo via Nako (3050 -167 km) 7 hours
Stop At: Nako Lake, Nako Village, Kinnaur Distt Reckong Peo, 172114 India
The lake is an integral part of the Nako village, which is created on the slopes of the Reo Purgyal mountain of the Srikhand range.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tabo Monastery, Tabo Village, 172113 India
It is most pouplar and beautiful monastery located in Tabo Village of Spiti in Himachal Pradesh. It was founded in 996 CE in the Tibetan year of the Fire Ape by the Tibetan Buddhist lotsawa.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Tabo
Day 8: Tabo to Kaza ( 3600m) 58kms. via Dhankar and Lalung
Stop At: Dhankar Monastery, Sichling-Dhankhar Gompa, Dhankhar, Himachal Pradesh 172113, India
This beautiful monastery is locked between the rocky spurs at the top of clif in the Dhankar village at an elevation of over 3,800 meters in the Spiti valley.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pin Valley National Park, India
Pin valley is known for its national park (house of the snow leopards, and ibex). The elevation of this park ranges between 3500 meters at Ka Dogri to over 6000 meters at its highest elevation point.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Kaza
Day 9: Kaza (3600 m – 46 km) visit Key and Kibber (4200mtrs)
Stop At: Kye Monastery, Spiti Valley, Key India
This beautiful monastery is positioned on a picturesque hilltop and is very close to the Spiti River, in the Spiti Valley. This spectacular monastery is at least a thousand year old and is the largest monastery in Spiti Valley.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kibber Village, Kibber, Kaza India
Kibber one of the highest permanent inhabited village in the world, situated at the elevation of 4200 m located in a semi bowl-shaped narrow valley.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Kaza
Day 10: Explore Hidden area of Spiti (4500 m)
Stop At: Langza By pass from Kaza Main Gate, Kaza 175114 India
Langza Village is a beautiful destination, located in one of the most majestic valley. The picturesque village is blessed with ancient monasteries and buildings of the prehistoric era.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel/ guest house in Kaza
Day 11: Kaza to Manali (2000m) 196 kms
Pass By: Kunzum Pass, Dhar Thachakarpo India
It connects the Kullu Valley and Lahaul Valley with the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh.
Pass By: Rohtang Pass, Himalayan Ranges India
It is a high mountain pass on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas and connects the Kullu Valley with the Lahaul and Spiti Valley.
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel Himalayan Country House.
Day 12: Explore Manali
Stop At: Manu Temple, Old Manali 3 Km From Main Bazaar, Manali, Manali Tehsil 175131 India
Manu Temple in Manali is dedicated to Hindu sage Manu. The temple is a pagoda structure that offers a glimpse into history and spirituality through its fascinating architecture. The name Manali was derived from the Sage’s name who is believed to be the creator of the human race.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hadimba Devi Temple, Hadimba Temple Rd, Old Manali, Manali, Himachal Pradesh 175131, India
Located amidst the snow-covered hills of Manali, the Hadimba Temple is a unique shrine dedicated to Hidimba Devi, who was the wife of Bhima, is an ancient cave temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight in hotel Himalayan Country House.
Day 13: Manali to Delhi ,570 kms , 16 hours
Pass By: Club House, Manali, Manali Tehsil 175131 India
Free day to explore on your own
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 14: Arrive in Delhi
Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
The Masjid e Jahan Numa commonly known as the Jama Masjid of Delhi, is one of the largest mosques in India. It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Red Fort, Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
This monument gets its name from the red colored sandstone used for construction by the Mughals. It was built by Shah Jahān in the mid-17th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
Qutub Minar, is a minaret that forms part of the Qutb complex, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a 73-metre tall tapering tower of five storeys, with a 14.3 metres base diameter, reducing to 2.7 metres at the top of the peak.
Duration: 40 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
No accommodation included on this day.
