A beguiling passage through picture-perfect hamlets, awe-inspiring landscapes, age-old monasteries and scenic lakes of this high-altitude part of Himachal Pradesh. Over eight days, you’ll experience a land famous for its high mountains, exquisite mountain desert, jagged landscapes, pristine and fast-flowing river, gushing through deep gorges and valleys, and entrancing and elevating heritage.
WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO
- A journey through ‘The Middle Land’, filled with snow-capped mountains, high-altitude deserts, deep ravines dotted with greenery and alpine forests, glistening glaciers, and azure rivers that is like an enthralling painting
- Exploring splendid monasteries and quaint hamlets that embellish the valley and experience the region’s unique culture and way of life
- Staying at the finest luxury hotels and culturally iconic resorts
- Negotiating challenging roads with ease behind the wheel of your Defender
- A dedicated team of instructors assisting you along your journey
DAY WISE ITINERARY
SHIMLA – KAZA – MANALI – SHIMLA: Aug 5-12, 2023
Day 1: August 5, 2023 (Saturday) – Chandigarh to Shimla
Welcome to the “Queen of the Hills,” Shimla. You’ll be transported in chauffeured vehicles from the airport in Chandigarh to the hotel at Theog, at a short distance from Shimla. After your day of leisure, spend the evening getting to know your fellow travellers over a pre-drive briefing.
Dinner in Shimla
Day 2: August 6, 2023 (Sunday) – Shimla to Sangla: 192 Km | 6.5 hrs
You’ll set off to Sangla and drive on the infamous Hindustan Tibet Road, referred to as among the deadliest roads in the world for its half-tunnels, manually carved through rocky cliffs. You will check in to the hotel on the banks of the Baspa River before heading out on a scenic excursion to Chitkul, the last village of India on the Indo-Tibet border.
Breakfast in Shimla | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Sangla
Day 3: August 7, 2023 (Monday) – Sangla to Tabo: 215 Km | 6 hrs
You will drive to Tabo, a picturesque and charming village located on the banks of the Spiti river in Lahaul & Spiti district, at an altitude of 10,700 ft. The road to Tabo passes Nako and the landslide prone Malling Nala. At a short diversion en-route is the Gui village, where lies the perfectly preserved 500-year-old mummy of Sangha Tenzin, a Buddhist monk. You’ll check in to the hotel and can spend the evening relaxing, or visit the oldest earthen Buddhist monastery of the region established over 1,000 years ago in Tabo.
Breakfast in Sangla | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Tabo
Day 4: August 8, 2023 (Tuesday) – Tabo to Kaza: 60 Km | 2 hrs
You’ll drive to the neighboring town of Kaza in the heart of the Spiti Valley, at an altitude of 12,500 ft. You can visit key attractions en-route including Dhankar, a 16th-century fort monastery and former prison located at an altitude of 12,774 ft., Komic, identified as the highest village in the world located at an altitude of 15,500ft, Hikkim, the highest post office in India and Langza, famous for its huge golden statue of Buddha.
Breakfast in Tabo | Lunch and Dinner in Kaza
Day 5: August 9, 2023 (Wednesday) – Kaza
Today will be a day to relax and unwind. After a late breakfast, you can spend the day at leisure or indulge in short drives to visit the Kibber village and Ki Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Gelugpa sect located on top of a hill at an altitude of 13,668 ft.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Kaza
Day 6: August 10, 2023 (Thursday) – Kaza to Manali: 172 Km | 6 hrs
You will begin your adventurous drive to Manali across the Kunzum La (14,931 ft). The largely unpaved road runs along the river bed and provides for a thrilling offroad driving experience. You will traverse the 9.02 km long Atal Tunnel, the highest highway single-tube tunnel above 10,000 ft., before reaching Manali later that evening.
Breakfast in Kaza | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Manali
Day 7: August 11, 2023 (Friday) – Manali to Shimla: 226 km | 7.5 hrs
You’ll check out and set off for Shimla. You will ascend to the Jalori pass at 10,282 ft and stop to take in the scenic beauty surrounding you. You will arrive at Shimla to relax and unwind on the final night of your journey.
Breakfast in Manali | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Shimla
Day 8: August 12, 2023 (Saturday) – Shimla to Chandigarh
Enjoy your final goodbye breakfast and wish everyone well on their next adventures. You’ll be transported in chauffeured vehicles from the hotel at Theog to the airport in Chandigarh.
Breakfast in Shimla
SHIMLA – KAZA – MANALI – SHIMLA: AUG 19-26, 2023
DAY 1: AUGUST 19, 2023 (SATURDAY) – CHANDIGARH TO SHIMLA
Welcome to the “Queen of the Hills,” Shimla. You’ll be transported in chauffeured vehicles from the airport in Chandigarh to the hotel at Theog, at a short distance from Shimla. After your day of leisure, spend the evening getting to know your fellow travellers over a pre-drive briefing.
Dinner in Shimla
DAY 2: AUGUST 20, 2023 (SUNDAY) – SHIMLA TO SANGLA: 192 KM | 6.5 HRS
You’ll set off to Sangla and drive on the infamous Hindustan Tibet Road, referred to as among the deadliest roads in the world for its half-tunnels, manually carved through rocky cliffs. You will check in to the hotel on the banks of the Baspa River before heading out on a scenic excursion to Chitkul, the last village of India on the Indo-Tibet border.
Breakfast in Shimla | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Sangla
DAY 3: AUGUST 21, 2023 (MONDAY) – SANGLA TO TABO: 215 KM | 6 HRS
You will drive to Tabo, a picturesque and charming village located on the banks of the Spiti river in Lahaul & Spiti district, at an altitude of 10,700 ft. The road to Tabo passes Nako and the landslide prone Malling Nala. At a short diversion en-route is the Gui village, where lies the perfectly preserved 500-year-old mummy of Sangha Tenzin, a Buddhist monk. You’ll check in to the hotel and can spend the evening relaxing, or visit the oldest earthen Buddhist monastery of the region established over 1,000 years ago in Tabo.
Breakfast in Sangla | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Tabo
DAY 4: AUGUST 22, 2023 (TUESDAY) – TABO TO KAZA: 60 KM | 2 HRS
You’ll drive to the neighboring town of Kaza in the heart of the Spiti Valley, at an altitude of 12,500 ft. You can visit key attractions en-route including Dhankar, a 16th-century fort monastery and former prison located at an altitude of 12,774 ft., Komic, identified as the highest village in the world located at an altitude of 15,500ft, Hikkim, the highest post office in India and Langza, famous for its huge golden statue of Buddha.
Breakfast in Tabo | Lunch and Dinner in Kaza
DAY 5: AUGUST 23, 2023 (WEDNESDAY) – KAZA
Today will be a day to relax and unwind. After a late breakfast, you can spend the day at leisure or indulge in short drives to visit the Kibber village and Ki Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Gelugpa sect located on top of a hill at an altitude of 13,668 ft.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Kaza
DAY 6: AUGUST 24, 2023 (THURSDAY) – KAZA TO MANALI: 172 KM | 6 HRS
You will begin your adventurous drive to Manali across the Kunzum La (14,931 ft). The largely unpaved road runs along the river bed and provides for a thrilling offroad driving experience. You will traverse the 9.02 km long Atal Tunnel, the highest highway single-tube tunnel above 10,000 ft., before reaching Manali later that evening.
Breakfast in Kaza | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Manali
DAY 7: AUGUST 25, 2023 (FRIDAY) – MANALI TO SHIMLA: 226 KM | 7.5 HRS
You’ll check out and set off for Shimla. You will ascend to the Jalori pass at 10,282 ft and stop to take in the scenic beauty surrounding you. You will arrive at Shimla to relax and unwind on the final night of your journey.
Breakfast in Manali | Lunch en-route | Dinner in Shimla
DAY 8: AUGUST 26, 2023 (SATURDAY) – SHIMLA TO CHANDIGARH
Enjoy your final goodbye breakfast and wish everyone well on their next adventures. You’ll be transported in chauffeured vehicles from the hotel at Theog to the airport in Chandigarh.
Breakfast in Shimla
ACCOMMODATION:
The Taj Theog Resort & Spa is a sublime resort that exudes provincial chic with its architecture and design inspired by the best that Himachal Pradesh has to offer. The rooms and suites are all at a vantage perch, offering majestic views of the surrounding Himalayan range.
Banjara Camps & Retreat, Sangla, is a luxury retreat located on the banks of the Baspa river. Nestled in the middle of orchards, this stay is known for its beauty and serene environs.
Dewachen Retreat, Tabo is located within walking distance from Tabo’s centre, with most comforts and conveniences. The property exudes a mountain charm that makes for a memorable stay.
Hotel Grand Dewachen Earth Retreat in Kaza is an “eco-friendly” property made with local mud walls and ceilings retraining the Spitian tradition. It comes with all modern comforts and conveniences dressed in a more traditional form.
The Aloka Resort, Manali, is a luxury resort with comfortable rooms and amenities. Located in Chadiyari, this Resort is the perfect stopover for heading out and back across the Atal Tunnel as well as for experiencing the city.