Spiti Sojourn-almost spiritual adventure
Shimla – Sangla – Kalpa – Nako – Shalkhar – Tabo – Mudh – Dhankar – Lallung – Sanglung – Kaza – Langza – Ki – Kibber – Chichem – Chandratal – Manali
Spiti has the power to open your mind, change your perspective on life and amaze you with its calmness. It makes you realize that there’s nothing more beautiful, spiritual and captivating as what’s around you right now. Spiti Sojourn is not just another trip; it’s a journey which takes you into the hidden aspects of Spitian life and culture. It’s an opportunity to discover the core and unfold the mysteries of Spiti Valley. You stay with locals in their homestays and explore their lifestyle in the most real form. Try your hand at local crafts, learn to cook traditional dishes or take lessons on high altitude farming. Travel with expert local drivers who know these terrains really well.
Each village of Spiti is unique in its own way and offers a different experience. Witness the changing colors of mountain at Lallung, visit Sanglung, the smallest village of the world with only two houses, go on Sea Fossil hunting at Langza, make a post from the world’s highest post office at Hikkim and yes, don’t miss to visit Shialkhar, the birth place of Rimpoche Lochen Tulku, the present deity of Spiti.
Unfold the mysteries of the valley at ancient monasteries of the region; Wall paintings, murals, thangkas, ancient manuscripts and stucco images are some of the gems that will help you do that, in addition to your interactions with monks. Visit the valley during some local festival to celebrate life their way. Experience their traditions and beliefs; wear colorful attires, participate in local dances and be a part of interesting rituals. Some of the major festivals in the valley like Losar, Fagli, Ladarcha, Gataur and Chakar Mela fall in February, August and Sept.
Itinerary
Day 1: Shimla – Sangla
Early morning pick up and drive along the Sutlej River towards the Baspa Valley and on to the beautiful Sangla Valley. Sangla is rich in Apple, Apricot, Wall-nut, Cedar tree orchards and glacial streams with trout fish. The last stretch is of narrow winding road with hair-raising gorges & cliffs high above the Baspa River gushing below. Stay at Sangla.
Day 2: Sangla – Chitkul – Kalpa
Have a relaxed morning in the lap of Sangla valley. Drive to Chitkul (3450m), famous as the last village of India on Indo -Tibbet border and then to Kalpa (2758m), one of the most beautiful villages of Kinnaur. Witness mesmerizing sunset. Kalpa offers fabulous views of the Kinnaur Kailash and is known for Chilgoza and apple orchards. Stay at Kalpa.
Day 3: Kalpa – Nako
Wake up to a beautiful morning where the golden light of the morning rising sun touches the snowy peaks and get on to a picturesque drive from Kalpa to Nako. Passing through Khab which is hardly 13 km from Tibet border, reach Nako. Situated in Hangrang Valley, Nako is famous for the lake formed out of the masses of the ice. Stay at Nako.
Day 4: Nako – Shalkhar – Tabo – Mudh
Drive to Mudh via Shalkhar and Tabo. Shalkhar is the birth place of Rimpoche Lochen Tulku, the present deity of Spiti and Tabo is famous for the ancient monastic complex that preserves some of the ancient paintings and stucco images that date back to 11th century. It also known as the Ajanta of the Himalayas. Driving through picturesque Pin valley, reach Mudh. Mudh is an ideal place to experience and understand the village life in Himalayas. Spend some time with your host listening to stories of this remote village and its people. Stay at Mudh.
Day 5: Mudh – Dhankar – Lallung – Sanglung – Kaza
Start this beautiful awe-inspiring journey from Pin valley to Kaza. Visit dramatically located Dhankar monastery and Sanglung, the smallest village of the world, on the way. Reach Kaza, the largest township in the area located on the left bank of Spiti River. Stay at Kaza.
Day 6: Kaza – Hikkim – Komik – Langza
Explore the remote villages and experience simple life of this lesser known side of Himalayas. Go on Sea Fossil hunting at Langza, make a post from the world’s highest post office at Hikkim and visit serene ancient monastery of Komic. Overnight stay at Langza.
Day 7: Langza – Ki – Kibber – Chichem – Chandratal
Start early the journey to Chandratal (4300m). The lake was once a halting place for traders who traveled to Spiti and the Kullu valley from Tibet and Ladakh. On the way visit breathtakingly beautiful Ki Monastery, Kibber and Chichem. This route is populated by wildlife such as Blue Sheep, Ibex and Snow Leopard. Stay in a camp at Chandratal.
Day 8: Chandratal to Manali
Crossing mighty Kunzum and Rohtang Pass reach Manali. Night stay at Manali.
Note: The itinerary can be customized to suit your interests, preferences and numbers of days.
Trip Cost
Per Person: Starting 24,700/- (Min. 4 People)
INCLUDES
• 8 Nights Accommodation on twin sharing basis
• Breakfast & Dinner
• Private Car (Innova or Similar) with a trained local driver
• All Permits and Permissions
• Applicable Taxes
EXCLUDES
• Any extra meal, soft drink or beverage ordered.
• Expenses incurred due to anything beyond our control like political insurgencies, natural calamities and landslides etc.
• Anything not mentioned in inclusions
GENERAL RULES
1. Due care is taken for the safety of the client but HOI will not be responsible for any mishap/ accident/ injury/ illness etc.
2. If the client does not attend/complete the trip or to consume benefits included in the price, he/she will have no right to claim a refund.
3. Trip will be confirmed on an advance of 50% payment. The balance to be paid before the trip starts.
When you book this trip you’re directly contributing to support the local communities.
