A glorious journey taking you to the mystique and mystery of the remote Spiti region, once a part of the kingdom of Nariss Korssum (Western Tibet) on the Indian side of Tibetan plateau, on an odyssey of discovery and delight on the old Hindustan Tibet Road once a part of the legendary ancient Silk Route. The mystical stunning valley of Spiti in the remote cold desert lands of its Trans Himalayan environs of Himachal Pradesh, standing cheek by jowl with the Tibetan Plateau. Isolated from the rest of the country for half the year by the snowbound passes of the mountains encircling it, its rarefied environs offer the intrepid visitor a stunning bouquet of gorgeous landscapes, warm hospitality and cultural highs that leave you with a dazzling array of holiday memories. The legendary Silk Route of ancient times and the place for high adventure, profitable commerce and cultural exchange.

Continent or Region: Indian Subcontinent

Country or State/County: India

Day 1 - Arrive Delhi
Day 2 - Delhi /Chandigarh/Shimla
Day 3 - Shimla
Day 4 - Shimla/Sangla
Day 5 - Sangla
Day 6 - Sangla
Day 7 - Sangla/Kalpa
Day 8 - Kalpa / Kaza
Day 9 - Kaza
Day 10 - Kaza
Day 11 - Kaza
Day 12 - Kaza/Kalpa
Day 13 - Kalpa/Thanedar
Day 14 - Thanedar/Kalka/Delhi
Day 15 - Delhi/Departure

Delhi
Capital City of independent India is the gateway to India. It is dynamic and cosmopolitan blends of internationalism and tradition, from top-notch cuisine and fine museums and art galleries of New Delhi to the bustling twisting alleyways of Old Delhi’s Chandni Chowk bazaar.

Shimla
Shimla silhouted against dark green ranges in the Shivalik hills, about 2130 metres above sea level rests the queen of hills, Shimla,also referred to as Mount Olympus in the later days. A region rich in tradition and natural beauty, Shimla and its environs make for a lovely and varied stay full of surprises that characterise Himachal. Visitors to this place treasure their own images of this beautiful city. Many come here to escape from the scorching heat of the plains, or wind up their way to its suburbs, or simply to admire the splendid views. It is a city for the fun lovers, for the ardent admirers of nature and also ideal for the honeymooners which remains unashamedly romantic through every changing season.

Sangla
For six months every year, the Himalayan valleys of Kinnaur and Spiti emerge from a thick cloak of snow to reveal a different, secret world to man. Your discovery of the lesser-known Himalayas can begin at the Banjara Camp in the Sangla Valley. At a height of 2,700 mts the Banjara Camp & Retreat are surrounded by towering mountains on all sides and is set on the banks of the Baspa river that surges through the valley. Long walks to discover the amazing fauna and flora of the valley, treks to view snow covered Himalayan peaks, angling for trout, experiencing some of the local culture and traditions, rock climbing, rappelling and river crossing are only some of the delights that are on offer.

Kaza
Kaza is the capital of Spiti Valley. Rudyard Kipling describes Spiti in "Kim" in these words: "At last they entered a world within a world - a valley of leagues where the high hills were fashioned of the mere rubble and refuse from off the knees of the mountains... Surely the Gods live here. The valleys of Kullu and Lahaul bound Spiti, locally pronounced “Piti”, on its south and west; the region of Ladakh lies to the north and the Kalpa valley lies to the southeast. Geologically and archaeologically, Spiti is a living museum. The mountains are devoid of any vegetation and erosion by wind, sun and snow over thousands of years has laid bare the rocks. The rugged and rocky mountain slopes sweep down to the riverbeds giving the landscape a moon-like appearance.

Kalpa
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.

Thanedar
80 kms from Shimla on the old Hindustan-Tibet road lies Kothgarh, which enjoys a special place in Himachal history. In 1916 Samuel Stokes, a social worker from Philadelphia brought the first apple saplings to Kotgarh, the place he adopted as his home. One can still see the 'Starking Delicious' apple orchard that he planted there.

- culture and heritage sightseeing
- nature and wildlife observation
- jeep drive through the Himalayas
- local community visits