Kinnaur Valley Explorer – 6 Nights / 7 Days

Pickup & Drop: Chandigarh
Destinations Covered: Shimla, Sarahan, Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Narkanda
Meal Plan: Modified American Plan (Breakfast & Dinner)

Day 1: Chandigarh to Shimla

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner

Tour Highlights:
Begin your journey through the Shivalik foothills with a scenic drive to Shimla (115 km / approx. 4 hrs). Enjoy pine-clad hills, colonial charm, and bustling marketplaces. After check-in, explore Shimla's vibrant heart.

Sightseeing:

• Mall Road & Ridge: British-era boulevard with cafés, shops, and stunning views.

• Christ Church & Gaiety Theatre: Colonial Gothic landmarks.

• Kali Bari Temple: A peaceful temple with hilltop views.

• Scandal Point: Scenic viewpoint with a romantic legend.

En Route Stops:

• Timber Trail (Parwanoo)

• Dharampur

• Solan – Mushroom City of India

Day 2: Shimla to Sarahan

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: Approx. 165 km / 6–7 hrs

Tour Overview:
Travel through forests, apple orchards, and riverside valleys to Sarahan—gateway to Kinnaur and home to the revered Bhimakali Temple.

Key En Route Highlights:

• Kufri: A hill station famous for panoramic views and nature park.

• Narkanda: Ski slopes and Hatu Temple.

• Rampur: An old princely capital on the banks of Sutlej River.

Main Highlight:

• Bhimakali Temple: A 800-year-old wooden temple, sacred to Goddess Bhimakali, showcasing Indo-Tibetan architecture.

Evening: Enjoy Himalayan views and serene temple bells echoing through the village.

Day 3: Sarahan to Sangla

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: Approx. 90 km / 5–6 hrs

Tour Overview:
Descend into the Baspa Valley through stunning landscapes and rugged mountain roads to reach Sangla—one of Himachal’s most beautiful valleys.

Key En Route Attractions:

• Jeori Hot Water Spring

• Karcham Dam: Where the Baspa River meets Sutlej—great photo stop.

Highlights in Sangla:

• Kamru Fort: A heritage site with panoramic valley views and ancient architecture.

• Sangla Meadows (Bering Nag Temple nearby): Open alpine meadows surrounded by snow peaks.

• Baspa River: Relax by the riverside or enjoy a peaceful walk.

Day 4: Sangla – Chitkul Excursion

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: 22 km one-way

Tour Overview:
Today, explore Chitkul, the last inhabited village on the Indo-Tibetan border. Enjoy dramatic high-altitude landscapes, wooden houses, and the pristine Baspa River.

Key Highlights:

• Chitkul Village: Quaint, scenic, with traditional Kinnauri homes and temples.

• Mathi Temple: Dedicated to Goddess Mathi, the village deity.

• Trekking & Picnics: Ideal for light treks or riverside picnics with unmatched views.

Return to Sangla by evening for a cozy night in the valley.

Day 5: Sangla to Kalpa

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: Approx. 50 km / 3 hrs

Tour Overview:
A short but scenic drive takes you to Kalpa—known for panoramic views of the Kinner Kailash range and apple orchards.

Key Highlights:

• Reckong Peo: District headquarters; ideal for a tea break and shopping.

• Suicide Point & Roghi Village: A dramatic cliffside view near traditional Kinnauri homes.

• Narayan-Nagini Temple: Traditional wooden temple offering spiritual and scenic charm.

• Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar Monastery: Tibetan-style monastery with mountain backdrops.

Evening: Sunset over the Kinner Kailash peaks—an unforgettable view.

Day 6: Kalpa to Narkanda

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Dinner
Distance: Approx. 160 km / 7 hrs

Tour Overview:
Retrace your journey along the Sutlej River through remote hamlets and lush valleys to Narkanda, a lesser-known hill station offering serenity and mountain views.

Key Highlights:

• Apple Orchards: En route photo opportunities.

• Hatu Peak (optional short trek): One of the highest points in Shimla district, offering 360° Himalayan views.

• Tannu Jubbar Lake: A small forest-fringed lake ideal for walks and birdwatching.

Evening at Leisure: Enjoy pine forest walks or relax with a local meal at your hotel.

Day 7: Narkanda to Chandigarh – Departure

Meal Plan: Breakfast
Distance: Approx. 170 km / 6 hrs

Tour Overview:
Drive back to Chandigarh with wonderful memories of Kinnaur and the Himalayas. Enjoy the final winding descents from the mountains into the plains.

Optional En Route Stops:

• Shoghi & Chail Detour: For those with time.

• Timber Trail Ropeway (Parwanoo): A great end to your hill journey.

Tour Inclusions:

• 6 Nights hotel accommodation

• Daily Breakfast & Dinner (Modified American Plan)

• All transfers & sightseeing in a private vehicle

• Experienced driver, tolls, taxes, parking

Tour Exclusions:

• Entry fees to monuments, activities

• Lunch and personal expenses

• Adventure sports or guide charges