Discover the trans Himalayan Buddhism

Discover the trans Himalayan Buddhism

Departure Date

Daily

Duration

8 Nights 9 Days

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Highlights

Hotel
Baspa Valley
Breakfast included
Temple of Padmasambhava
Dhankar Monastry
Kee monastery
Kibber village
Chichim Bridge
Kunzum Pass
Comik and Hikim village
Hu Bu Lan Kar
Kalpa
Transfers

Itinerary

Day 1

Chandigarh to Shimla (125 Km /4 Hrs)

Arrive at Chandigarh railway station/airport and transfer to Shimla a drive of around 4 hours. Reach Shimla evening free to explore. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2

Shimla to Sangla ( 230 Km / 8 – 9 Hrs)

Drive to Sangla through the thick woods of Kufri, Fagu, and Narkanda and along side the River Sutlej to arrive in the evening and check in to the hotel. Enjoy the evening in beautiful surroundings in the river valley of Baspa at a height of 9000ft. This is one of the most beautiful valleys in the Himalayas and is often compared to the famous valley of Kashmir. It is known for its rich Kinnauri culture and apple orchards, this valley was opened for tourists only in 1993 for its close proximity to the Tibetan border. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3

Sangla-Nako – Tabo

Morning after breakfast check out from the hotel and drive to Tabo. On the way visit Nako. Nako has a beautiful lake which freezes in the winter and villagers play ice hockey during this period and seeing the temple of Padamsambhava, the second incarnation of Lord Buddha who made Buddhism popular in the Trans Himalayas. The day has a surprise where a visit to the village of 5oo years old mummy makes your journey and exciting. Later drive to Tabo. Overnight hotel.
Day 4

Tabo – Dhankar Monastry - Kaza: (106 km/4 hours) 3600m

After breakfast journey starts to witness the Ajanta of the Himalayas the Tabo monastery. Tabo has the oldest caves on barren mountains and Thanka paintings, one of the most precious paintings of Buddhism. Later visit Dhankar Monastery and drive to Kaza. Overnight Hotel at Kaza.
Day 5

Kaza Local + Chichim Bridge - Kunzum Pass Excursion

After breakfast excursion to Kee monastery and Kibber village at an altitude of 4205M. and drive upto Chichim Bridge , Kunzum Pass - Kunzumla Pass which is 4590 M. highest pass on Spiti Lahaul Road. Rudyard Kipling said of the region “Surely the God live here this no place for Men”. Later come back to Kaza. Overnight Hotel at Kaza.
Day 6

Kaza-Langja-Komic-Hikkim-Tabo

After breakfast a drive to the highest motorable roar Langza and en route visiting the Comik and Hikim village. Later drive to Tabo. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7

Tabo-Kalpa local

After B/F, check-out from the Hotel & drive to Kalpa – District Headquarters of Kinnar & once a favorite haunt of Lord Dalhousie. Arrive Kalpa & Check-in at your Hotel. Kalpa was known as Chini back in the days when it was the Regional Capital. Kalpa has changed little in the last 500 years. It is said that as & when Lord Dalhousie wanted to take a break from his hectic schedule in Shimla, he would come here on his Horseback. Each & every corner of Kalpa facing Jorkanden & the Kinner Kailash Peaks, considered as one of the mythical homes of Lord Shiva & by its side is a 79-foot rock formation that resembles a Shivlinga that changes the colour as the day passes & is visible to the naked eye on a clear day. Post Lunch rest in Hotel & in the evening visit to Buddhist Gompa – Hu Bu Lan Kar. Overnight at hotel
Day 8

Kalpa – Sarahan- Shimla (10 Hrs)

After breakfast checkout from the hotel and drive to Shimla on the way to visit Sarahan Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9

Shimla to Chandighar: (125 KM / 4 Hrs)

After breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Chandigarh . Drop at Chandigarh Airport/Railway Station.

Package Includes

  • 8 nights accommodation at the hotel. 
  • Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel or as mentioned in the itinerary. 
  • Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • A representative for assistance on arrival and departure transfers. 
  • All transfers, city tours, and transport services by A/C vehicle with All India Tourist permit as per the above itinerary. 
  • Road taxes, parking fees, fuel charges, interstate taxes.
  • All transfers and excursions as per itinerary by respective car as mentioned above.

Package Excludes

  • Monument/Monastery/Park entrance fee.
  • Services of English-speaking local guide.
  • Elephant ride/Jeep ride/Boat ride/Jeep Safari/Camel ride/Amusement park rides.
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
  • Anything which is not mentioned under the “INCLUDES” header.
  • Optional Tours which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Expense of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic beverages, guide, camera/video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, etc.
  • The cost of PCR Test is not included and any medical examination will be treated as actual.
  • Domestic airfare / Train fare / Bus fare.
  • Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees.
  • Government taxes / GST / Service charges.
  • Mineral water on coaches/microbuses/cars.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Porterage fees.
  • Drinks (unless otherwise indicated).
  • Waiting or additional transfer fees.
  • Heater, mattress, roll-away bed charges.
  • Early check-in and late check-out charges.
  • Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary.
  • Insurance.

Package Information

  • Surcharges applicable for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
  • Compulsory High Season surcharges and Gala Dinner charges are applicable to festive seasons and long weekends.
  • The above price is not valid for travel during peak season/block out dates/trade fairs/festivals/events.
  • The tour price quoted is subject to change should there be any hike in the fuel and hotel rates.
  • Tour price given is valid for Indian nationals only.
  • The above price is based on a minimum of 2 Passengers travelling together.
  • The maximum number of persons (adult/child) allowed per room depends upon hotel policy.
  • The price for single occupancy is only valid if:

           – 2 adults traveling together and occupying two separate rooms.

           – Traveling as a third adult in the party occupying a separate room.

  • Midnight surcharges apply for transfers between 2200 hrs – 0700 hrs.
  • Kindly note that the drivers are not guides until and unless it is mentioned in the itinerary. 
  • Confirmation of hotels and other services are subject to availability
  • Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability. 
  • Generally, check-in time is 1400 hrs and check-out time is 1200 Noon at all hotels but it may differ depending on hotel policy.
  • The category of rooms may differ depending upon the availability at the time of booking.
  • WIFI, Tea / Coffee making facility, etc. in the rooms cannot be guaranteed. (Supplement charges may apply for such services)
  • Meals other than those specified (if any).
  • Any expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as road blocks, accidents, and any medical evacuations, train delays or re-scheduling, etc.
  • Please note, the names of hotels mentioned above only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels. It is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until and unless we convey the confirmations to you on receipt of your acceptance. However in the event of any of the above-mentioned hotels not becoming available at the time of initiating the reservations, we shall book alternate accommodation at a similar or next best available hotel and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
  • For guests’ safety and security, we do not allow night driving, hence guests are requested to leave on time so they can reach their next destination before 2000 hrs.
  • The driving duration mentioned in the itinerary may not be precise; it is the time that can be expected when strictly driving, depending on the present road conditions. Otherwise, the journey is conducted in such a way that we always stop midway for visiting villages, markets, photography, major landmarks of importance or interest depending on the guest’s interest.
  • In case of any amendment in local Government taxes, or any fuel hike, we reserve the right to adjust the tour price accordingly.
  • Any hike in the taxes, entrance fees, hotel rates, fuel, etc will be charged extra.
  • Elephant rides are subject to availability and permission granted by the forest department.
  • The offered itinerary is not a confirmation of the services and we shall proceed with your booking once we have received confirmation from you. And if rooms are unavailable in the original hotels, we shall provide equivalent/ alternative hotels.
  • Please note that some of the sights/itineraries may change due to time limit, weather, national holidays, and special events. We maintain the right to alter the itinerary since tours are made in advance and unforeseen circumstances that mandate change may arise. Itinerary changes are made to improve your overall travel experience.

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