Spiti & Kinnur Valley Know More
Duration: 15 Nights/ 16 Days
Best time to travel: June to Sept
Max Altitude: 4800 m
Temperature: 15 To 22°C
Distance: 1500 Kms
Culture:
Hindu and Buddhist
Upcoming Departure:
24 August to 8 September 2023
19 September to 4 October 2024
4 Chilies out of 5
US$ 2650/ Rider
On arrival in Delhi airport, you will meet RBR representative at airport with garland welcome & he will assist you to the hotel for smooth check in. after long flight, have hot shower & rest. If you have morning flight then you can visit historical monuments of Old Delhi. We give some details about monuments below.
Qutab Minar-is a 73 meter high tower of victory which is built in 1193 by King Qutab ud-din Aibak after the defeat of Hindu Kingdom. It is believe that It was built with material obtained from demolishing 27 Hindu temples.
Humayun’s Tomb-is the one of the finest example of Mughal architecture in India.It was built in 1565 after the death of Humayun. Here garden is so beautiful & pathway. You will see many graves of the Mughal rulers.
Red Fort-was the royal residence for Mughal Emperors for more than 200 years. It has many palaces built by red stones & marble. Red fort walls built in 1638 by red stones are 33 meter high to design to keep out invaders. After all these world’s famous sightseeing come back to the hotel & overnight stay in Delhi.
Early morning you will be transferred to New Delhi railway station to catch morning train to Kalka. On arrival in Kalka, you will be transferred to Kalka –Shimla train. This is narrow gauge railway line & finest example of mountain railway engineering. Being the only mountain railway in India, to be used by regular commuters, the heritage railway between Kalka and Shimla features in the Guinness Book of World Records for offering the steepest rise in altitude in the space of 96 kilometers Built in 1903, it passes through 102 tunnels and 864 bridges, flanked by the picturesque Shivalik Hills on both sides. The train guzzles along the track, built over viaducts which resemble the arch galleries of ancient roman architecture. Ride on this stretch, wrapping the fresh air, whistling past the oak, pine and maple trees has all the ingredients to make it a journey of a lifetime. Shimla is the place where you will be introduced first time to Legendary Royal Enfield. On arrival in Shimla, check into the hotel for overnight.
Soaked in nature’s beauty, Sarahan is flanked on the banks of the meandering Sutlej River. The way to Sarahan through Fagu, Theog, Narkanda, Rampur, and Jeori is extremely scenic-traversing through mountains flanked by steep cliffs on one side and deep ravines on the other, dense emerald pine forests, terraced farms and apple orchards. Once in Sarahan, one beholds a range of the snow-capped Himalayan peaks and one of them is the Shrikhand Peak. The rather peculiar thing about this peak is that it is only one whose tip remains uncovered with snow. In the evening, sunrays adorn the peaks and the sight is simply stupendous. Overnight stay at the guesthouse or camp.
Kalpa has all the makings of an Indian Fairyland. At a height of 10,900 feet in Himachal Pradesh, 265 kms ahead of Shimla on the NH22 in Kinnaur District is this hideaway town. It is located at the base of the imposing Kinner Kailash ranges and Shivling peaks which rise upto 20,000 feet, towering above the clouds, kissing the heavens, encircling the area around. Kalpa itself is spread amidst chilgoza forests, apple plantations and the holy deodhars. It is reached after crossing the quaint town of Recong Peo, which has a hundred-year-old monastery. Overnight stay in Guest House or Camp.
The Tabo Gompa, or Buddhist monastery, is second in importance only to the Tholing Gompa in Tibet in the entire Himalayan region. It was developed as an advanced centre for learning by the great teacher and translator Lotsawa Rinchen Tsang Po, the king of western Himalayan Kingdom of Guge — also known as Lha Lama Yeshe O’d or Mahaguru Ratnabhadra. The Chos-Khor at Tabo remained one of the most important Buddhist establishments during the time of Lotsawa after the Chos-Khor at Tholing, the capital town of Guge. It is known that the Chos-Khor at Tabo commanded great importance, and hosted for a considerable period, many great scholars and translators in the Buddhist history studies. To date, it is the preserver of the Buddhist Legacy and is one of the most important Gompa of the entire Tibetan Buddhist world. Overnight stay in the guesthouse of the monastery.
After breakfast today we ride to the Pin valley in the Spiti valley & explore hidden trails of the Himalayas. There is only one road so we will ride twice in the small stretch of around 30 km. to Pin Valley. On arrival in Pin Valley, check into the guest house.later explore area by walk & meet friendly local people./ Overnight in guesthouse.
After breakfast we ride back to main road of the Indo-Tibet road & visit some of the best monastery of the Dhankar. Later ride to the Kibber, Kibber, the highest village in the world, is located in Lahaul and Spiti District of Himachal Pradesh, at an altitude of about 4205 m. The main attraction is Kibber Sanctuary. Kibber also serves as a base camp for the trek to the Tso Morari Lake in Ladakh. Kibber Sanctuary is the only sanctuary in the country which is situated in the cold desert area and covers about 1400 sq km. Wildlife species include blue sheep and ibex. Panoramic views of Shilla Peak and Parang La Pass are the added features. Kee Gompa, on the way to Kibber, is worth a visit. The Kibber sanctuary also covers the highest peak in Himachal Pradesh, Gya (22,290 ft) in the north and it will touch another high point of Kamelong (19,362 ft) in the south. Kibber Sanctuary is linked with road via Lalung, Langcha and Kibber village. Overnight stay in Guesthouse or Camp.
After breakfast we start our ride towards most spectacular village of Losar. We stop few places to enjoy chai & photos of the spectacular Himalayas. Arrive at Losar & check into the camp or guesthouse. Evening free to explore by a short walk & enjoy evening party with us. Overnight stay in Losar.
After breakfast we ride to Sissu (3200 M) over Kunzum pass (4590 m). Sissu is a very beautiful village situated on the bank of Chandra River & the surrounding peaks covered with mist and clouds creating an awesome view. On arrival in Sissu, check into the hotel and relax. Later explore the area by walk. Evening we have party time with bonfire in the hotel. Overnight in Hotel at Sissu.
The scenic ride in the Chenab valley is a highly desirable track for off road riders from all around the world – Extreme Adventure! We ride to visit the temple of Trilokinath (Shiva) and 11th century old wooden temple of Mrikula Devi in Udaipur. Overnight in a scenic camp at Udaipur or near.
This narrow Chenab valley takes us to Killar. This breathtaking road offers a thoroughly entertaining ride full of hairpins. Care has to be taken on the curves, since the roads are so narrow that sometimes there is no space to give way to oncoming vehicles. Majestically towering mountains and plunging gorges make this day exceptional. Overnight at a guest house.
The road crosses the Chenab River and from here it’s all overhanging rocks and cliffs till Sach Pass (4414 Meters)! Enjoy the view of Himalayan valleys and mountains as we take an easy descent into the valley and visit some of the typical villages. We reach Tissa by afternoon. Overnight at a guest house.
A winding forest road leads us into the valley, before ascending to Chamba town where we will have a chai/coffee break on the bank of the Chinab River. A zigzagging road leads us up to Khajjiar, also known as the “Mini Switzerland of India”. On arrival we’ll have lunch at the hotel and later in the afternoon a short stroll around. Overnight at a hotel.
We’ll twist and turn through the splendour of the Dhauladhar mountain range and Chamba valley. Over Jot pass (2880 Meters), a cliffy road through Rhododendron and oak forests, will take us to Chowari, from where the picturesque beauty of the paddy fields enraptures travelers and photographers alike. Overnight at a hotel.
After breakfast we will be riding first to new railway station called Amb Andaura which is 100 km. We board the train to Delhi at 13:00 hrs & train takes 5 & half hours to Delhi railway station. Arrive at Delhi railway station & check into the hotel. Evening free to experience delicious food of the Delhi in the restaurant. Overnight stay in Delhi.
You will be transferred to Delhi International airport as per your flight timing. If you have late flight to home then you can visit historical sites in Delhi or to have relaxed timing. Normally hotel has late checkout till 2:00 PM at this time, you have to check out room. Our Himalayan tour concludes with the sweet memories & we would like to see you on another adventure with us.
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Please attention: As we have limited space available in our support vehicle. Hence, we request you to limit your baggage to 20 to 25 KG.
Our most Himalayan tours start and end in New Delhi where the temperature can go up to 38-42°C in July/August & September with humidity.
Temperature also varies in Himalayas & low altitude can get up to 30°C. However, they can fall below freezing at high altitudes in the mornings and during the nights.
Health
Please keep in mind that you need to be reasonably fit to participate in our tours.
IMPORTANT: Applicants are advised against participating in any Himalayan tours if they suffer from severe asthma, muscular disorders, respiratory or heart disorders, or any medical precondition which might be detrimental to the health of the participant on a tour which involves spending nights in high altitudes.
Please consult a doctor before booking a Himalayan tour specially High Himalayas over average riding on 4000 meters altitude.
Food & beverages
When travelling through India it is advised to carry your own drinking water that has been obtained from a reliable source (RO/UV water filter) or always drink branded mineral/packaged water.
Water for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should first be boiled or otherwise always use packed water.
Hygiene
Popular tourist restaurants and hotels will have clean facilities for you to use.
Most of the places we have communications in terms of internet (Wi-Fi), & calling facilities but still there are many places with no communications in high Himalayas in remote region but no worries talk to us we have good stories to tell you about riding, India & share yours with us.
Telephone: Country code is 91
Mobile phone: Roaming agreements exist with most international mobile phone companies. Coverage is limited to major towns.
Internet: Wi-Fi is available in most hotels and cafes.
When travelling to India you will need the following documents:
Indian Tourist Visa
Travelers should apply for a tourist e-visa before they visit India. Processing time is generally between 36-48 hours, you can apply for an e-Visa here. These are single/multiple entry visa’s that are valid for a 30/60-day stay.
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24 August to 8 September 2023
19 September to 4 October 2024
Price:US$ 2650/ Rider
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