Itinerary
Day 1 | Chandigarh → Shimla 🚗🛤️
Welcome to your Himachal journey! After pickup from Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station, enjoy a scenic 4-hour drive to Shimla — the "Queen of Hills" 👑🏞️. Check into your hotel, unwind, and relish a cozy dinner. Shimla’s charming colonial heritage and breathtaking views await!
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Day 2 | Shimla Local City Tour 🏰🌳
Start your day with breakfast, then visit the sacred Jakhu Temple 🐒 (where Hanuman Ji rested on his quest for the Sanjivini plant) and the majestic Vice Regal Lodge — once home to British Viceroys.
Evening at leisure in Shimla’s cool mountain air.
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Day 3 | Kufri Excursion & Shimla Highlights ⛷️🌲
After breakfast, head to Kufri — a winter skiing paradise and summer picnic spot. Return to Shimla to explore The Mall, Scandal Point, The Ridge, Lakkar Bazaar, and the historic Christ Church ⛪.
Enjoy the evening vibes of Shimla’s charming streets.
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Day 4 | Shimla → Sarahan 🏞️⛺
Drive from Shimla through scenic towns Kufri, Theog, Fagu, Narkanda, and Rampur (lunch en route). Reach Sarahan, famous for the 800-year-old Bhimkali Temple ⛪ — a stunning example of hill architecture. Witness spectacular views of the Shrikhand Peaks 🏔️ and attend the evening Aarti ceremony.
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Day 5 | Sarahan → Sangla: The Baspa Valley 🌄🍎
Attend morning Aarti at Bhimkali Temple, then journey via Karcham to Sangla — known as the prettiest valley in Himachal Pradesh, nestled in the heart of the Himalayas. Relax in your hotel after lunch and soak in the serene surroundings.
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Day 6 | Sangla → Chitkul: The Last Village 🏞️🏡
After breakfast, visit Chitkul — the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibet border, lying beside the Baspa River. Explore the temple of goddess ‘ChitkulMaathi’ (Mata Devi) and enjoy unspoiled Himalayan beauty.
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Day 7 | Chitkul → Kalpa: History & Myth 🏔️🏯
Drive to Kalpa, the district headquarters of Kinnaur. This quaint town, favored by Lord Dalhousie, offers panoramic views of Jorkanden and Kinner Kailash peaks 🌄. Visit the Buddhist Gompa Hu Bu Lan Kar in the evening.
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Day 8 | Kalpa & Roghi Villages 🌲🍑
Explore Kalpa and nearby Roghi village, known for dense pine forests and orchards of apricots and apples 🍏🍑. Catch the stunning sunrise over Mt. Kinner Kailash — a magical moment when snow peaks glow crimson and gold.
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Day 9 | Kalpa → Nako: Heritage & Lake Views 🏞️🛕
Check out after breakfast and drive to Nako. Visit the serene Nako Lake and its ancient Buddhist Gompa. Discover the local temple and the rock footprint said to belong to saint Guru Padmasambhava.
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Day 10 | Nako → Tabo: Spiritual Enclave 🕉️🙏
Join morning prayers at Tabo Monastery, built in 996 AD — a cultural gem with 9 temples, 23 chortens, and sacred caves once inhabited by monks. Explore priceless art, scriptures, and murals reflecting Tibetan Buddhism.
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Day 11 | Tabo → Kaza: Heart of Spiti Valley 🏔️🏘️
Drive to Kaza, the capital of Spiti Valley. En route, visit Dhankar Gompa, perched high on a hilltop — once a jail and now home to over 160 monks. Admire the ancient Dhyan Buddha statue with its unique back-to-back Buddha figures.
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Day 12 | Kaza → Chandertal via Kunzum Pass 🚙❄️
Cross the Kunzum Pass (4,551 m) — one of the highest motorable passes, guarded by the Goddess Kunjum. Arrive at the stunning Chandertal Lake (“Lake of the Moon”) 🏞️ for an unforgettable camping experience under starry skies.
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Day 13 | Chandertal → Manali via Rohtang Pass 🏞️🏞️
Visit Chandertal’s temples in the morning. Then descend through Rohtang Pass, stopping at scenic spots like Rani Nala, Marhi waterfalls, Gulaba, and Nehru Kundh. Reach Manali for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 14 | Manali → Kullu & Manikaran Pilgrimage 🚤🛍️
Optional river rafting adventure in Kullu (own expense), visit the famous Pashmina Shawl Factory, and explore local markets 🛍️. Later, visit Manikaran’s holy hot springs, Ram Temple, and Gurudwara — known for boiling rice and lentils in natural springs. Return to Manali by evening.
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Day 15 | Manali → Chandigarh Departure 🚗✈️
After breakfast, drive back to Chandigarh for your onward journey. Cherish memories of an incredible Himalayan adventure!
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