Spiti Valley Jeep Safari Tour

This Jeep safari along the ancient Trans - Himalayan trade to obscure village and Monasteries is an exciting new adventure holiday that packs so much into two weeks. Start your journey from Delhi via Shimla, to a beautiful Sangla valley in the region known as Kinnaur. There is a startling change in the landscape as you enter the district of Spiti Valley. Spending one each night at Tabo, Kaza (head quarter of Spiti valley) & Losar include side trips to Dankar Gompa and the highest village of Kibber (4200 m). The people of Spiti valley have close affinities with Zanskar and Ladakh who are dedicated to the pre-Buddhist Bon religion. Driving out of the Spiti valley enter into Ladakh region.

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Day 01 : Arrive Delhi

On arrival at Delhi meet Himalayan Adventure Executive and transfer to pre booked hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 02 : Delhi – Kalka - Shimla (85 kms/3 hrs)

In the morning Catch AC train for Kalka Railway station and from here drive to Shimla by Toyota Qualis. Lunch enroute. Upon arrival in Shimla, transfer to hotel. Evening free to explore the Mall Road. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 03 : Shimla

Day is free for exploration and get acclimatised for the trip.

Day 04 : Shimla - Sarhan (184 kms/ 7 hrs)

We start our jeep safari to Sarhan Enroute; we visit the palace in Rampur. We drive further the steep mountain and arrive in Sarhan (1950m). Sarhan, the tiny village offers the splendid views of Shrikhanda Mahadev Peak (5155m). You will also visit the famous Bhimkali Temple, the big attraction of Sarhan. Overnight lodge.

Day 05 : Sarhan - Sangla (304 kms/ 8 hrs)

Drive along the spectacular Hindustan Tibet road which s carved in a rock and goes along the wild Sutlej River. A view of Kinner - Kailash Peak is splendid from Sangla. Visit remote villages of Rackchham and Chitkul. On arrival in Sangla check in and overnight at camp.

Day 06 : Sangla - Kalpa (53 kms/ 2 hrs)

Morning visit Kamru village and fort. Later travel by surface from Sangla to Kalpa located in backdrop of Kinner Kailash mountain range. Evening free to explore Kalpa village.

Day 07 : Kalpa - Tabo (176 kms/ 8 hrs)

Travel by surface from Kalpa to Tabo enroute visiting Nako village beautifully located on banks of a small lake. On arrival in Tabo check in and overnight at guest house.

Day 08 : Tabo – Kaza (50 kms/ 5 hrs)

Morning visit Tabo monastery. Later travel to Kaza enroute visiting Lalung and Dhankar Gompa. On arrival in Kaza check in at guest house.

Day 09 : Kaza

Morning visit the Ki monastery, 12 kms from Kaza. These centuries old Gompa is a labyrinth of rooms and corridors – and at one time also acted as a fort. It houses valuable Thangkas and offers a panoramic view of the area. Also visit the small Gompa at Kibber, 9 kms further ahead. Kibber at 4205 m/13,792 ft has the distinction of being the highest permanently inhabited village of the region.

Day 10 : Kaza – Keylong (206 kms /9 hrs)

In the morning drive to Keylong via Kunzum Pass (4558 m/14,950ft) which provides beautiful views of CB ranges. Enroute visit several villages of Spiti and Lahaul valley.

Day 11 : Keylong – Udaipur - Triloknath and Udaipur (2650m.)

In ancient time Udaipur was known as Markhula and so the name of the local goddess is Markhula Devi. It is unique and very famous for wooden carving on its roof and ceiling. Stay overnight in camp.

Day 12 : Udaipur – Manali (150 kms)

In the morning we will take a drive for Manali. On arrival at Manali transfer to bus stand and from catch AC Volvo coach for Delhi at 16:30 hrs. Overnight journey.

Day 13 : Arrive Delhi

Morning arrive at Delhi and from here transfer to airport to catch onward destination flight

Trip & Services Ends Here

Visa

You Need to have Indian Visa for entry to India on your holiday. To apply for Indian Visa you have to contact your nearest Indian consulate or you can call on 09057570045 or visit http://in.vfsglobal.co.uk/ for more information.

Indian Embassy in London

Address : Indian Embassy
India House, Aldwych,
London WC2B 4NA.
Tel: 020 7836 8484
Site URL : http://www.hcilondon.net/

Money

There is no limit to the amount of foreign currency that visitors can bring.

Banks

Banks are open in the major cities & the nearest towns of the sanctuaries for transaction from 10.00 to 14.00 hrs on all days except Sunday.

Best time to visit

High season: October to April - Monsoon.

Travel wear

Cotton outfits, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion etc. Some woolen clothes require, during winter.

Credit cards

Main hotels, restaurants and shopping centers honor major credit cards.

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR)

Drugs

Heavy punishments including imprisonment are imposed for possession of narcotic drugs.

Food

All standard restaurants offer a variety of cuisines including Continental, Chinese, Indian & local.

Water

It is always better to drink bottled drinking water or drinking water from restaurants. It is not advisable to drink water from slow moving streams, lakes or dams. Mineral water is available in sealed bottles.

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Private Departures

Did you know that we can also arrange private departures on the vast majority of our small group tours? So if you can’t find a date to suit you or if you want to have your very own adventure just with your friends or family then we can help you.

Private departures will follow the same itineraries as our usual group tours, but on a date to suit you, with no minimum numbers.

Customised Private Groups

For a group of 6 or more people we can organise a customised private group tour where we design the itinerary and activities especially for you, according to your requirements.

To enquire about booking a private departure of this tour or about organising your own private group tour, please fill in the form below and our Private Tours Team will be in touch shortly.

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