Private Cold Desert Himachal Tour

Day 01: Delhi – Shimla

Early morning drive to Shimla, arrival and check  inn to Hotel. Shimla, Shimla was the Summer Capital of the British in India, Shimla was the country's focus for the better part of every year and now, is the state capital of Himachal Pradesh. Today, it has well developed facilities, easy accessibility and numerous attractions making it one of India's most popular hill resort. Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 02: Shimla

After breakfast sightseeing of Shimla, visit Kufri, this is famous for its wide views and ski slopes. Jakhoo, this is the town's highest peak and a famous point for Shimla's famous views. PM time free at leisure to explore The  Ridge/The Mall, This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges. Shimla's landmarks - the neo- gothic structure of Christ Church and the neo - Tudor library building - are worth seeing.

Day 03: Shimla - Sarahan - Sangla – Kalpa

After breakfast drive to Kalpa, on the way visit Sarahan, The Gods were generous when they have gave Sarahan (2165m) its settings. Located halfway up a high mountain side, the road to Sarahan winds past flowering Pine trees that give way to stately Oaks, Sangla, If a landscape had the powers of casting spells, then the Sangla valley would be a magician extraordinary. Once seen, it is a place that can never be forgotten.  Continue drive to Kalpa, arrival and check inn to Hotel. Kalpa, Kalpa is a beautiful and main village of Kinnaur. Across the river faces the majestic mountains of the Kinner Kailash range. These are spectacular sights early in the morning as the rising sun touches the snowy peaks with crimson and golden light.  Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 04: Kalpa

After breakfast sightseeing of Kalpa, visit, Recong Peo,  is the headquarter of district Kinnaur. Kothi, Kothi has a temple dedicated to the goddess Chanadika Devi, rest time free at leisure to explore Kalpa at your own. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 05: Kalpa - Nako – Tabo - Kaza – Keylong

After breakfast drive to Keylong on the way visit, Nako, In Hangrang Valley is the largest village above sea level. It is also famous for Nako Lake which has boating facilities in summer and during winter its frozen surface is used for ice skating. Buddhist monastery is located here. Tabo, the ancient village, Tabo is situated on the left bank of river Spiti. Flanked on either side by hills, it is one of the most important Buddhist monasteries regarded by many as only next to the Tholing Gompa in Tibet. It is also known as the Ajanta of the Himalayas. Tabo is the largest monastic complex of Spiti which has since been declared a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.  Kaza, The headquarters of Spiti sub-district, Kaza is on the  bank of river Spiti. In earlier times, it was the capital of Nono, the chief of Spiti. It has a Buddhist Monastery and Hindu Temple. Continue drive to Keylong, arrival and check inn to Hotel. Keylong, Keylong is the headquarters of Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. The region is strange, exciting, primitive mountainous and delightful. Rudyard Kipling said of the region "Surely the God live here this no place for men." Time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel.

Day 06: Keylong - Rohtang Pass - Manali

After breakfast drive to Manali, on the way visit Rohtang Pass, On the road to Manali is the Nehru Kund (6km) which is a clear water spring scenic spot named after the Late Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru. Kothi  is a picturesque village and has a thrilling view of the deep gorge through which the Beas swiftly races. The beautiful Rahalla falls are at at altitude of 2500m. A crucial link on the old trade route and still the gateway to trans Himalayan Lahaul, the Rohtang Pass is at height of 3978 m. continue drive to Manali. Arrival and check inn to Hotel.  Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 07: Manali

After breakfast sightseeing of Manali, visit Hadimba temple, Built in 1553 with a superbly crafted four tiered pagoda roof, it is famous for its exquisitely carved doorway. Manu Temple, This is dedicated to the sage Manu situated at old Manali. Vasisth Temple & Monasteries, here are three recently built Tibetan monasteries at Manali. Rest time free at leisure. Over night stay at Hotel. 

Day 08: Manali – Delhi

After breakfast drive to Delhi, arrival and drop to Airport/Railway station.

Tour end…

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