Itinerary | Chanshal Valley Tour Package - 8N/9D

DAY 1 Depart from Delhi to Shimla

Once you reach Delhi, you will have to proceed towards your boarding point of an AC Volvo Bus for the overnight journey from Delhi to Shimla.

DAY 2 Sightseeing in Shimla

Reach Shimla early in the morning and meet a representative who will give you a quick overview of the tour and will help you transfer to the hotel. After the check in to the hotel, you can take some rest. You will then visit the Kalibari Temple that was built in 1845 and is dedicated to Goddess Kali, also known as Shyamala from where Shimla derives its name. Then you will trek to the top of Jakhoo Hill to visit the ancient temple which is dedicated to Lord Hanuman and visit the Christ Church which is a parish in the Diocese of Amritsar. Further, proceed to witness the Ridge Road located at the heart of Shimla and is a large space where all the cultural activities take place. You will also visit the Mall Road lined with colourful shops where you can shop for souvenirs. Overnight stay in Shimla.

DAY 3 Shimla to Sarahan

Post breakfast, start with your transfers from Shimla to Sarahan. You will then be travelling through the rich forests of Deodar, breathtaking views of the valley, snow-covered mountain peaks and fast-flowing rivers. Once you reach Sarahan you will check in to the hotel and take some rest. Later in the evening, explore the small village of Sarahan with its slate-roofed houses that compose pictures of pastoral perfection and is surrounded by fields and orchards. Overnight stay in Sarahan.

DAY 4 Sarahan to Chitkul

Wake up early in the morning to experience one of the most beautiful sunrises. After a delicious breakfast, you will leave for one of the most beautiful views of Kinnaur Valley. Travel along the Sutlej river till Karcham from where you will take a right turn towards Chitkul following the Baspa river. Chitkul is the last inhabited village before the Indo-China border and here you can also visit the famous ‘Hindustan ka Akhri Dhaba’ for an amazing meal. Overnight stay and dinner at hotel/homestay in Chitkul.

DAY 5 Chitkul to Kaza via Nako

After early morning breakfast, you will be leaving for Kaza passing through the beautiful Spiti Valley. En route, you will be taking the Indo-Tiber Highway and pass through Khab Bridge that marks the confluence of Spiti and the Satluj River. Take a short stopover at Nako Lake and have lunch, after which you will be entering the Spiti Valley right as soon as you cross Sumdo. Just 3 Km after Sumdo, take a detour on the right through the gate to visit the 500-Year-Old Mummy in the Gue Village. Overnight stay at Kaza.

DAY 6 Sightseeing in Kaza

Post early morning breakfast, go out to explore the spectacular beauty of Kaza. Visit the tourist spots including the Key Gompa Monastery that is nestled between the mountains in a bowl shaped valley of the small village Langza in Spiti valley. Langza lies at a whopping height of about 14,500 ft. above sea level and also considered to be one of the highest villages in the world with a motorable road and the nearby Komic Village is the highest village. Hikkim is a village in the Spiti district, close to Kaza which is one of the highest year-round inhabited locations in India. After exploring the beautiful villages of Langza, Hikkim and Komik, return back to your hotel. Overnight stay in Kaza.

DAY 7 Kaza to Kalpa with Detour to Dhankar

After a delicious breakfast, you will be retracing your path towards Kalpa in Kinnaur Valley. On your way back take a small detour towards the left to visit the tiny hamlet of Dhankar, perched high above the confluence of the Spiti and Pin River. If time permits, do take an hour’s climb above the village to visit the stunning turquoise Dhankar Tso or Dhankar Lake to enjoy stunning views of the valley. You will then start your journey further leaving behind Spiti Valley and at Powari take a right towards ReoKong Peo, which is the main town of Kinnaur district from where you will proceed to Kalpa. Spend the night in the beautiful Kalpa village overlooking the Kinnaur Kailash mountains. Overnight stay at camp/homestay in Kalpa.

DAY 8 Kalpa to Shimla

Post breakfast at the hotel, start your journey back towards Shimla. First you will travel down to Powari from where you will be taking a right turn onto the NH 5 along the Satluj River. You will then travel through the slithering roads following the Sutlej and passing the rich Deodhar forests to reach Shimla. Once you reach Shimla, check in to the hotel and take some rest. You are then free to explore the surroundings in the evening. Overnight stay in Shimla.

DAY 9 Shimla to Delhi

Wake up early and have a hearty breakfast. You will then be transferred to Shimla Bus Stand to board an AC Volvo for Delhi. As you reach Delhi in the evening, this marks the end of your memorable tour to Spiti Valley.