Day 1: Delhi to Shimla (340 Km)
Early
morning depart for Shimla by road. Shimla is one of the finest hill resorts
of India and the capital of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an altitude of
6,900ft, Shimla was converted into a hill resort by the British and was the
summer capital of India at the time. Overnight stay at a hotel in Shimla.
Day 2: Shimla to Sarahan (185 Km)
After breakfast, drive to Sarahan. It is a wonderful little village located
amidst lush green and beautiful surroundings of Deodar forests. Visit the
historical Bhimakali temple, having an unusual architecture and wealth of
carvings. Overnight stay at Sarahan.
Day 3: Sarahan to Sangla (92 Km)
Depart from Sarahan, delving deeper into the breathtakingly beautiful
Kinnaur and Spiti Valleys. Arrive Sangla which is a picturesque little
village famous for its trout fishing possibilities. Sangla is also known for
the impressive and historical Kamru Fort, which has now been dedicated to
the Kamakshi Temple.
Day 4: Sangla to Kalpa (57 Km)
Drive to Kalpa en-route cross Powari and proceed to Recong Peo (7 Km). Both
places have the most stupendous settings in all of Himachal Pradesh. Enjoy a
spectacular view of the mighty Kinnaur Kailash Mountain Ranges from anywhere
up the road. Dinner and overnight in tents at Kalpa
Day 5: Kalpa to Tabo (163 Km)
Drive from Powari to Ribba to Puh to Khab - the point where two rivers,
Tabo and Sutlej merge, producing the resounding sound. Navigate the hairpin
bends and drive on paved road till Yangthang. From Yangthang the road
condition also deteriorates till Chango. From Chango drive to Sumdo to
Hoorling and finally to Tabo. Visit Tabo monastery. It has some of the
best-preserved examples of Indo-Tibetan art remaining in the world. Dinner
and overnight in the tent.
Day 6: Tabo to Losar (171 Km)
Leave for Kaza about 47 Km from Tabo and then to Kibber. Visit the scenic
Kibber Village and the famous Ki-Monastery. Ki is the oldest and largest
Gompa in Spiti having a spectacular location. Later, drive down to Rangrik
and then to Hanse. Arrive Losar in the evening. Dinner and overnight camping
at Losar
Day 7: Losar to Tandi (174Km)
Enjoy an early morning ride up to Kunzumla Pass (4,551 m) & then proceed
to visit the picturesquely beautiful Chander Tal Lake (4,270m), about 12 Km
from the Pass. Thereafter, drive to Batal-Chhatru-Gramphoo and then to
Tandi. Dinner and overnight in the Drilbu Retreat, Tandi.
Day 8: Tandi to Sarchu (104 Km)
Drive to Jispa-Darcha and proceed through the hairpin bends entering into
the Higher Himalayan Range. Then, proceed to Baralacha La. Descend down to
arrive at Bharatpur. Continue the drive to finally arrive at Sarchu. Dinner
and overnight in tents at Sarchu.
Day 9: Sarchu to Leh (246 Km)
Today, you will enjoy a long but pleasurable ride from Sarchu to Leh. Drive
through the Lachung La Pass (5,060m), and Pang. Later, cross Tanglang La and
Rumtse before arriving at Leh, the saddle of Buddhist Culture. Dinner and
overnight in the hotel in Leh.
Day 10: Leh
Sightseeing of Leh including visit to Sankar monastery, Shanti Stupa and
Leh Palace. Overnight at the hotel in Leh.
Day 11: Leh
Visit Hemis Monastery - the largest and the wealthiest monastery in Ladakh.
Visit Thiksey Monastery. Continue the drive to visit Shey Palace - the
former summer palace of the King of Ladakh. Overnight at the hotel in Leh.
Day 12: Ride to Sumur (Nubra Valley) (120 Km)
Ride to the world's highest motorable road, Khardung La. At 18,380 feet
(5,602m), the ride will take a few hours of climbing out of Leh. Capture the
unforgettably beautiful view in your camera at the top, and then ride down
into the beautiful Nubra Valley. Tonight stay in Silk Route Cottages for
dinner and overnight stay.
Day 13: Nubra Valley to Khardung La to Leh
From Nubra Valley, drive back to Khardung La and then to Leh. Overnight
stay at Hotel in Leh.
Day 14: Leh - Delhi by air
Early morning transfer to the airport to connect your flight to New Delhi.
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