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The journey
Set out from Shimla to discover the beautiful landscapes of Himachal Pradesh, from Kufri, Ridge Maidan, and Mall Road to the impressive Christ Church. Admire the spectacular Kinnaur Kailash in Kalpa, continue through Nako and Tabo to visit the revered Tabo Monastery, and explore Kaza with its globally recognised Ky Monastery and sweeping Spiti Valley views. The journey also takes you to remote Kibber before crossing the spectacular Rohtang Pass on the way to Manali, ending with an overnight bus to New Delhi.
Tabo is famous for its monastery, which dates back to 966 AD and is a World Heritage Site.
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Day by day
Arrive in Shimla and check in to your hotel.
After a short rest, set off on a sightseeing tour of Shimla.
Visit Kufri, Ridge Maidan, Mall Road, and the impressive Christ Church, if time permits, with your Shimla tour guide.
Dinner and overnight in the hotel.
Make your way to Kalpa town with your Shimla tour guide in the morning.
Upon arrival, see the spectacular Kinnaur Kailash, one of the highest mountains in the Indian Himalayas at 6055 metres.
Overnight in a guest house in Kalpa.
Start your day by exploring Kalpa before heading to Rekong Peo.
Stop for lunch and get your inner line permit for Spiti Valley.
Head towards Nako, located just 60 km from the Tibetan border.
Overnight in a guesthouse in Nako.
Take an early morning drive to Tabo. Tabo is famous for its monastery, which dates back to 966 AD and is a World Heritage Site. The Dalai Lama maintains that Tabo Monastery is one of the holiest sites in the world. Due to its height of 3280 metres, Tabo has short summers and freezing winters.
After seeing Tabo Monastery, drive to Kaza.
On the way, stop at Dhankar Monastery, built on a 300-metre-high spur overlooking the Spiti and Pin Rivers. It truly is one of the world's most spectacular settings for a monastery and has many holy stories attached to it.
In the afternoon, bid farewell to Dhankar and head towards Kaza, where you will spend the next two nights.
Overnight in a guesthouse in Kaza.
Spend the entire day in Kaza by exploring the local Sakya Monastery and the world-famous Ky Monastery. This Tibetan Buddhist monastery is located on top of a hill at an altitude of 4166 metres above sea level and is 11 km from Kaza. The monastery has the distinction of being the oldest and the biggest in the Lahaul and Spiti district, as well as being a religious training centre for monks. It is home to around 300 novice monks who receive their religious education.
Head to the remote town of Kibber at 4270 metres for lunch and to soak in the remoteness and beauty of the Spiti Valley. With sweeping views of the mountains on one side and the Spiti Valley on the other, it is a great place to relax and enjoy the view.
Late in the afternoon, drive back to Kaza.
Overnight in a guesthouse in Kaza.
Start your day early in the morning by driving to Manali.
Pass through the valley floor before gradually rising and crossing the spectacular Rohtang Pass (3980 m), which offers some of the most spectacular mountain views in the world.
Stop at the pass to admire the stunning views before continuing to Manali.
Reach Manali late in the evening and spend the rest of your time lazing around.
Overnight in a guesthouse in Manali.
Check out from the guesthouse at 12 noon.
Take an overnight bus from Manali to New Delhi.
Where this trip takes you
Mall Road, Tabo Monastery, Ky Monastery, Rohtang Pass
The route
The fine print
6 nights' accommodation and breakfast for the duration of the trip on a twin-sharing basis
Shared transportation from Shimla to Manali by AC Toyota Innova/Etios, AC Tempo Traveller, or 9-seater mini bus
Driver and Indian tour guide
Domestic flights
Extra activities and transport not mentioned in the itinerary
Personal expenditure such as drinks, laundry service, and souvenirs
Tipping
Donations to monasteries
Bottled water and other beverages
Exact price on request.
The tour is available from 10 Jul to 10 Sep.
Shimla is one of India's most popular hill stations, with stunning views, wide boulevards, and mist-covered mountains. The town is situated at an altitude of 2276 metres and was initially chosen as a sanatorium for invalid European officers, but soon developed into a big hill town and became the country's summer capital during the British Raj.
The Kinnaur Valley is known as the gateway to the remote Spiti Valley. Kinnaur is famous for its apple orchards, and all of India's apples are produced in this area. The cultural tapestry is rich, as modernity has only touched it in the past couple of years. You will observe people going about their everyday life in their stunning traditional dress. Kalpa is surrounded by snowy peaks for most of the year, making for a beautiful sunset backdrop.
Nako is a very picturesque village high in the Himalayas at an altitude of 3625 metres, with an ancient monastery dating back to 1025 CE and several Buddhist chortens dotted throughout the town. The villagers are incredibly proud of their heritage, and the local community maintains the town well. A pretty lake also surrounds the town and is a lovely spot for an afternoon stroll.
The Kibber area is also home to the elusive Blue Sheep, and if you keep your eyes peeled on the horizon, you may see one of these shy creatures in the distance.
Manali is nestled amongst the Himalayas on the banks of the Beas River and offers an exotic charm unlike any other place in India. Old Manali has maintained its old-world charm despite modern conveniences such as restaurants offering a variety of local and international cuisines.
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Shimla.
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