Route
Chandigarh – Narkanda(1) – Sangla(3) – Nako(1) – Kaza(2) – Manali(1) – Chandigarh(1)
Itinerary 9nights 10days
Day-1 Arrival at Chandigarh and proceed to Narkanda
Arrive at Chandigarh and proceed to Narkanda (8000+ ft asl – 170 kms). Overnight stay at Narkanda.
Day-2 Narkanda – Sangla
After breakfast proceed to Sangla (9000+ft asl, 150 kms – 5 hrs) enroute take a detour for Sarahan (7000+ ft asl, 17 kms off NH-22) is visited for Bhimkali temple, an old wooden temple considered one of the Shaktipeetha temple. It offers excellent Himalayan views. Reach Sangla by late afternoon / evening.
Overnight stay at Sangla.
Day-3 Walking around Sangla
Today after breakfast,enjoy walks around the area. There are several walks / trails along the river such as Rakcham walk, Sangla village walk that offer acclimatisation alongwith an excellent riverside / Himalayan experience.
Overnight stay at Sangla.
Day-4 Excursion to Chitkul or trekking around Sangla
Today after breakfast, do excursion to Chitkul (10000+ ft asl, 25 kms from Sangla) (last village before the Indo-Tibetan border where you see awesome Himalayan views). One would require to walk 3 kms (one way) from vehicle drop point to the border check post. Adventure oriented guests can opt for a full day trekking (with packed Lunch). Those interested in Fishing, may opt for Trout fishing (permits to be obtained in advance. Guest to carry rod).
Overnight stay at Sangla.
Day-5 Sangla – Nako adventurous drive (Via Kalpa)
After breakfast,proceed to Nako (11000 ft asl. 110 kms – 4 hours) enroute visit Kalpa (20 kms off NH-22 , known for Himalayan views and a Shiva Temple). Drive to Nako is one of the most adventurous and challenging in India. Evening visit the Nako lake and Monastery. Take a walk around the lake, the village.
Overnight stay at Nako.
Day-6 Nako – Kaza via Tabo and Dhankar Monasteries
After breakfast proceed to Kaza (12000+ ft asl, 110 kms – 4 hrs) enroute visit Tabo (ancient monastery set at 11000 ft asl) and Dhankar Monastery (1000 year old ancient monastery set at 11000 ft asl) .You may also visit the Mummified Lama at Giu. Reach Kaza by evening.
Overnight stay at Kaza.
Day-7 Ki Monastery.
Today after breakfast,visit Ki Monastery (One of the most significant and ancient monasteries in the area), Gete at 14000+ ft asl and Kibber at 14000+ ft asl are known for being the highest inhabited villages in the world).
Overnight stay at Kaza.
Day-8 Kaza – Manali via Kunzum La pass and Rohtang pass
After breakfast proceed to Manali (6500+ ft asl, 200 kms – 10 hrs) via Kunzum-la Pass (15000+ ft asl) and Rohtang Pass (12000+ ft asl). This drive is most adventurous and passes through riverbeds, glaciers and a route with stunning Himalayan backdrop.
Overnight stay at Manali.
Day-9 Manali – Chandigarh
After breakfast proceed to Chandigarh (292 kms – 8 hours). Arrive by evening.
Overnight stay at Chandigarh.
Day-10 Departure
Today after breakfast proceed towards Airport/Railway Station. Trip end !!!
