WSR Outdoors Explore Spiti Valley Tour 16th - 24th July 2023
Short Info:
No. of days: 9 days/ 8 nights
Location: Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh
Grade: Easy with amazing picturesque landscape
Max no. of participants: Only 10-12 participants per batch
Cost: 32,000/- Per Person
31,500/- WSR Members
Batches:
20th - 28th April 2024
03rd - 11th May 2024
About:
Spiti is the land of monasteries and open landscapes preserved deep in the mighty Himalayas. The Spiti and Pin Rivers making their way through the desert mountain valley positioned northeast in the hilly state of Himachal. Spiti has entirely a different terrain as compared to its better half, Lahaul.
This majestic cold desert valley in Himachal Pradesh is replete with pine forests, green meadows, beautiful monasteries and inhabited villages that will leave you totally awe-stuck. Situated at an altitude of around 12,500 ft above the sea level the barren mountains over here change their hues every second and it is definitely a sight to behold. The tiny villages over here under the shadow of huge mountains have a population of around 35 to 200 people. This sparsely inhabited land is a slice of paradise for all those who’re yearning to cut off from the intoxicating city life.
Wherever you go, you’ll witness beautiful Buddhist monasteries, prayer flags fluttering in the air and a large number of monks praying with their prayer wheels. You can also have fascinating glimpse of Dhadkan and Chandratal lake here. The awe inspiring passes like Kunzum and Barchala Pass will further take you at the top of the world with its immense altitude.
The visitors can choose to go on a nature trail over here to encounter rare avian species and jaw-dropping beauty of nature. Take part in adventurous activities like hiking, rappelling and camping here. Step out of the confines of your mundane life and hop on to enjoy some shutter shooting in the arms of nature at the wonderland of Spiti.
TOUR ITINERARY:
Day 01: Chandigarh- Shimla- Kufri- Narkanda (180 kms / 7-8 hours)
• Arrive at Chandigarh and meet us before 11 am
• Drive towards Narkhanda … En-route Lunch
• Reach Narkhanda in the evening
• Overnight stay at Narkhanda
Day 02: Narkanda- Sarahan- Wangtoo- Sangla (160 kms/ 7-8 hrs)
• Explore Narkhand – Highest peak – Hatu peak & Temple
• Move towards Sangla
• En-route explore Sarahan village – famous for Bhimkali temple
• Overnight stay at Sangla
Day 03: Sangla- Chitkul- Kalpa (100 kms/ 4 hrs)
• Visit Kamru Fort in Sangla
• Post breakfast head to explore Chitkul- last inhabited village on Indo-Tibet border
• After visiting Sangla & Chitkul, further drive to Kalpa a beautiful village you will remember forever
• Overnight stay Kalpa – Hotel / Guesthouse
Day 04: Kalpa- Pooh- Khab- Nako- Sumdo- Tabo (170 kms / 9-10 hours)
• Post breakfast move towards Nako village, famous for lake & Monastery
• Further drive to spiti valley – first village sumdo & then to Tabo
• Overnight stay at Tabo
Day 05: Tabo- Dhankar- Kungri – Pin Valley (70 kms / 4 hours)
• Visit the Tabo Monastery also known as “Ajanta of Himalayas” which is close to 1000 years old now
• Dhankar Monastery- Seat of the King in ancient times- the most beautiful setting of a monument which hangs on a cliff and overlooks the confluence of Spiti and Pin River
• Kungri monastery – the last hold of Buchen Lamas in Sangam
• Overnight stay at Pin Valley
Day 06: Pin Valley- Demul – Hikkim- Komic- Langza- Kaza (80 kms / 4 hours)
• Langza – the main area for Fossils
• Hikkim – the highest post office in the world
• Komik – one of the highest villages in the world at 4600 meters
• Overnight stay at Kaza
Day 07: Kaza- Key – Khibber- Kunzum Pass – Chandratal Lake (100 kms / 4 hours)
• Key monastery – is on top of a mountain overlooking the Spiti valley and a huge river bed
• Kibber Village – which was once the highest motorable village in the world
• Overnight stay Chandratal
Day 08: Chandratal- Batal- Chatru- Gramphoo- Rohtang- Manali (120 kms / 7 hrs)
• Chandra Tal- The lake of the moon
• Losar – the last village of Spiti valley
• Leave spiti valley early morning and enter to Lahual valley. Reach Manali via famous Rohatang Pass
• Overnight stay at Manali
Day 09: Manali- Kullu- Mandi- Chandigarh (290 kms / 10 hours).
• Leave early in the morning to catch your evening flight/train/bus from Chandigarh back to your hometown. Trip ends here with lots of fun, smile, tons of pictures, new friends and beautiful memories
Includes:
1. Non ac accommodation in Hotels / Guest House / Camps (Triple Sharing)
2. Food which includes Breakfast and Dinner
3. Travel from Chandigadh to Chandigadh in non ac pvt vehicle
4. Inner-line permit & wild life fee for visiting Restricted / protected area
5. Entrance Fees for visiting Monument & Monasteries
6. Administrative/ Expertise charges
Pick up : Chandigarh
Drop : Chandigarh
Excludes:
• Airfare / Train fare
• Any expenses of personal nature such as travel and medical insurance, drinks, laundry, telephone/fax, calls, Additional Porterage or transportation
• Lunch (because trying local cuisine at your favourite spot is a good idea)
• Any additional expenses caused by reason beyond our control such as natural calamities (landslides, floods etc.), any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs etc.
• Any tips and any meals apart from the ones mentioned above
• Any other tax or service charge, stay charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra and need to be borne by the participant
• Any service not specifically mentioned in the Includes sections.
Things to be carried:
1 torch (a must) with spare batteries ( a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Extra Pair of clothes
Proper Winter Wear
Shoes, Floaters & Slippers
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)
A haversack to put all these things
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For Registrations call Team WSR:
Deepak: 9699648235 / 8830325868 (What's App)
if not reachable whats app us on the same no
Email id: info.wsroutdoors@gmail.com
Website: www.wanderingsoulriders.jimdo.com
Payment Details:
Booking only through 100% Advance payment
The amount is to be deposited in the following account.
Account No: 0228101827925
Name: Deepak P Jat.
IFS code: CNRB0000228
Type: Saving
Bank Name: Canara Bank
Branch: Naupada, Thane (w)
Gpay / Phone Pay / PAYTM: 9699648235
Once payment is done, please send an email to wanderingsoulriders@gmail.com with Transaction ID, Participant Name, Email ID, Cell Number
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
1. If cancellation done prior to 60 days of outing 50% will be refunded.
2. If done prior to 30 days of outing 30% will be refunded
3. After that no refund will be provided.
Medical Disclaimer:
It is mandatory that you visit your personal physician before enrolling for the trip if you suffer from any illness of any kind and disclose the same and your medical history to the organizers of the trip so that best possible arrangements can be carried out post approval. As organizers of the trip, we will be responsible for providing basic first aid throughout the trip. In case of unexpected mishaps or accidents, we will arrange for the injured patron to be taken to the nearest medical hospital wherever possible. The medical expenses will have to be borne by the patrons themselves.