Sangla Kalpa Kaza & Kashmir Ladakh Trip (Mt. Kinner Kailash Mountain View)

Day 01 : Chandigarh to Shimla (Apporx 4 hrs)

Pickup from Chandigarh Railway Station or Hotel and drive to Shimla and Evening check in Hotel and Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 02 : Shimla - Sarahan 2,150 metres / 7,055 feet, (170 Kms 9-10 hrs)

After breakfast at hotel we will set off at around 9:00A.M. Today it is a drive of 9-10 hrs, driving through the beautiful villages of Fagu, Theog, Matiana, Narkanda and Rampur. Enrooted we will have many comfort breaks and will visit the Apple orchards and Hattu peak (3,400 metres/ 11,154 feet) at Narkanda, from where you can have a spectacular view of the mighty Central Himalayas and will also visit the traditional wodden carved temple of Godess Kali on the top. We will also stop by a small lake on the way to Hattu Peak. Later on we continue our drive to Sarahan via Rampur and enroute we will stop for lunch break and various picture breaks and comfort breaks. Sarahan the tiny village offers the splendid views of Shrikhanda Mahadev Peak (5,155 metres). The major attraction in Sarahan is centuries-old Hindu temple of Godess Bhimakali. Steeped in legend, the temple complex is a resplendent example of hill architecture. Sarahan is also the gateway to Kinnaur valley. Overnight stay in Hotel in Sarahan.

Day 03 : Sarahan - Sangla 2,680 metres / 8,792 feet, (90 Kms / 4-5 hrs)

After breakfast at your hotel, we will visit the famous temple of Bhimakali at Sarahan. This is the same temple in which human sacrifices were made about two centuries ago. After visiting the temple we will continue driving to Sangla (4-5 hrs) where you will check in at your hotel or could also choose to stay in fixed luxury tented accommodation. After lunch you will be taken on a walk through Kamru and Sangla villages ( 1-2 hrs) and we will visit the beautifully carved old temples and Buddhist monasteries. You will have plenty of opportunity to speak to the local people in these valleys. The Sangla valley is also known as the Baspa Sangla valley, after river Baspa which flows through the valley and it is the part of Kinnaur valley. Overnight in hotel in Sangla.

Day 04 : Sangla to Kalpa 2,758 metres / 9,048 feet (40 kms/ 2-3 hrs) - Mt. Kinner Kailash Mountain View

After breakfast at the hotel you will be driven to Kalpa village (2-3 hrs.) Enroute we will stop at Recongpeo and will have a walk around the local market. Recongpeo is the district headquarters of Kinnaur district. We will have lunch in a local restaurant where you have a choice to enjoy Indian or Tibetian food. After lunch we will drive to kalpa (7 kms), you will check in to your hotel.

These villages are covered with thick pine forests and are famous for apricots and apples. The finest view of the Mt. Kinner Kailash Mountain (6000 metres) can be had from here. This is a spectacular sight early in the morning as the rising sun touches the snowy peaks with crimson and gold light. Kalpa is situated at an altitude of 2759 m from the sea level, on the old Hindustan Tibet Road at a distance of 260 km from Shimla. Earlier it was the District Headquarter of Kinnaur. It is 14 KMS. It has all the characteristics of a heritage village. Kalpa came into prominence in the wake of British Governor General Lord Dalhousie's visit in the 19th century overnight stay same hotel at Kalpa Valley.

Day 05 : Kalpa to Tabo on route visit of Nako village (167 km/ 8 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Kaza in Enroute Nako, Nako Village at an altitude of 3662 m in Hingrang Valley is the famous and largest village. Yaks, kine, horses and donkeys are reared here in abundance. At the right side of Spiti River, is an ancient Village, flanked on either side by lofty hills, brown and sun burnt, it is the seat of one of the most famous monasteries: The 1000 year old Tabo Monastery. It has exquisite frescoes and stucco statues and is often called the Ajanta of the Himalayas.

Day 06 : Tabo to Kaza on the route visit of Lalung and Dhankar Gompa (48 km/ 5 hrs)

After breakfast drive to Kaza in Enroute Dhankar, Dhankar is the ancient capital of the Spiti king; the most incredibly Gompa is situated high on the barren rocky mountain slopes. Kaza is situated on the feet of steep ridges. It has a population of 781 and a traditional fair is celebrated every year in August. A short trail leads from Kaza to Hikim and to Langza Village situated in the Shila Valley.

Day 07 : In Kaza - visit the Ki monastery, small gompa at Kibber (4205 m)

After breakfast drive to famous Kye gompa. The gompa is placed high on a mountain looking like a pyramid. It belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Kibber, one of the highest permanent inhabited villages is located in a semi bowl-shape. A small Gompa is worth to visit, later we go to Kaza, the headquarter of Spiti Valley.

Day 08 : Kaza - Keylong - Jispa - over Kunzam Pass 4558 m (200 km/ 10 hrs)

After breakfast drive through several villages of Spiti over the Kunzum pass, (4551 m). From here the Shigri Glacier is seen in front in all its grandeur. The crest of the pass has been marked by a chorten of stones erected ages ago. A temple has been built on top dedicated to Lord Geypan. Every vehicle has to go around the temple to get the blessings of God. Keylong is situated at an elevation of 3350m in the heart of the Himalayas in a lonely corner with high cliffs covered with snow.

After Keylong drive to Jispa and Evening check in Camp and Overnight Stay.

Day 09 : Jispa - Tsomorori Lake - Baralacha-la Lachlung -La (16,616 feet), (315 Kms / 9 -10 hrs)

After breakfat check out camp and drive to Tsomoriri Lake. On the way high altitude passes, Baralacha-la Lachlung -La (16,616 feet), Nakee-La (15,547 feet) They can be seen moving from one place to another, grazing herds of goats, sheep and yaks. Changpas pass their days with their animals and move with their flocks, their only wealth from pasture to pasture according to changing season. Overnight stay camp.

Day 10 : Tsomoriri Lake - Leh (225 Km , 6- 7 hrs)

After Breakfsat check out camp and drive to Leh On the way to Leh via Chumathang -visit Hot spring water at Chumathang via Mahebridge. In Leh Entry on the way Hemis Monastery, Thiksay Monastery, Shey and 3 Idiot School, after sightseeing continue drive to Leh evening check in Hotel and Overnight stay.

Day 11 : Monastrey Sightseeing Full Day

After Breakfast Full day rest and Evening visit to Shanti Stupa and Leh Palace and Market drop , Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 12 : Leh to Nubra - Hunder Tour via Khardungla Pass (Approx 4 - 5 hrs one way)

Early Morning after breakfast check out hotel and drive to Nubra Valley via Khardungla Pass the highest motorable road in the World, (18,380 ft).

After Khardungla enjoying lunch after proceed to enjoy walk on the banks of Shayok river, after drive to Diskit Monastery, the oldest and largest Buddhist monastery in Diskit,

Maitreya Buddha Statue The height of the Maitreya Buddha statue, after diskit drive to Hunder Village - you can also enjoy a ride on double humped camel on the Sand Dunes.

After Camel Ride visit to Hunder Village, Check in Hotel / Camps Overnight stay.

Day 13 : Hunder to Pangong Lake via Shayok River Crose (Approx 5 hrs one way ) - Pangong Lake.

After breakfast Check out Hotel and drive to pangong lake via Crosse the Shyok River one the way Tangse Villige

Enjoy and photo shoot near Pangong Lake , Pangong Lake is highest salt water Lake in the World, shared by two countries India & China. Overnight stay in Camp.

Day 14 : Pangong Lake - Leh Back via Changla Pass (Approx 6 hrs)

After Breakfast check out Camp and drive back to Leh via Chang-la Pass, third highest motor able road in the world.

On the way Visit Thiksay Monastery, Shey Monastery, 3 Idito School, after visit to Sindhu Darshan, After Sightseeing driver will drop to the Leh Main Market or Hotel. Overnight stay in Hotel.

Day 15 : Leh to Shyam Valley to Lamayuru to - Kargil (Approx 6 hrs one way)

After breakfast check out hotel and Visit to Shyam Valley Sightseeing, First Visit to Hall of Fame, Gurudwara Pathar Shahib, Magnetic Hill, after drive to Sangam Area

(Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers) After drive to Lamayuru Monastery after Lamayuru Sightseeing drive to Kargil, Evening check in Hotel and Overnight stay in Kargil Hotel.

Day 16 : Kargil to Drass War Memorial Hall to Zozila Pass - Sonamarg - Sriangar (Approx 6 hrs one way)

After breakfast check out hotel and drive to Srinagar via Drass War Memorial, this is a must visit place built by the Indian Army in memory of the soldiers, Kargil war in 1999.

After Drass War Memorial Hall sightseeing Drive to Sonamarg via zozila pass , Beautifull Thajwas Glaciar Sightseeing, after proceed to Srinagar, evening check in Hotel / Houseboat Overnight stay.

Day 17 : Srinagar Local Sightseeing

After Breakfast Full day Sightseeing for Mugal Garden, Shalimar Garden, Nishat Garden, Chasme Shahi Garden & Pari Mahal after back to dal lake area and shikara ride on dal lake, approx 1 hrs shikara ride back to Hotel and Overnight stay.

Day 17 : Srinagar Airport Drop

After breakfast checkout hotel / Houseboat and drop to the Srinagar Airport.

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