| Tour Duration: 17 Nights / 18 Days |
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Pin Parvati Pass (5500 meters) is one of the most difficult treks in Parvati valley. It is challenging with majestic views of the high peaks including Mt. Papsura (6451 m), White Sail (6446 m) and several other smaller peaks. The pass remains snow bound throughout the year. The descent from the pass takes you to Spiti Valley, where vegetation is in scarce and the air is thin. The drive to Manali crosses over scenic high mountain passes. Alternatively one can also drive to Shimla (10 hours) via Tabo & Saharan. |
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Delhi to Chandigarh by train & drive to Bhunter (Kullu Valley)
In the morning you are transferred to New Delhi railway station to board an air-conditioned train to Chandigarh. Arrive Chandigarh and drive 260 km to Bhunter in Kullu Valley. Overnight at hotel. |
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- 02
Bhunter - Manikaran (1737 M) Drive
Morning drive to Manikaran (2 hours). The Pilgrimage village of Manikaran is famous for the Sikh Temple and hot Sulphur water springs. You camp at Kashol, 3 km short of Manikaran. Spend the evening exploring the surroundings and Manikaran village.
Overnight at the camp. |
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- 03
Pulga (2226 M) Trek
Trek along the right bank of River Parvati, up stream, for about 8 km. Pulga is a picturesque village with few teashops and rest houses. The trek should take about 5 hours. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 04
Khir Ganga (2920 M) Trek
A pleasant trek of 10 km through the lovely forest area and thatches (grazing grounds). There is plenty of running water close to the campsite. |
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Tanda Bhuj (3400 M) Trek
There are a few ups and downs, but this enjoyable 13 km trek passes through grazing grounds where you come across “Gaddis”, the local shepherds. The trek involves a gradual climb. The camp is in a forested area. |
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- 06
Pando Seo Thach (3780 M) Trek
The trail passes through the rocky ground for about 3 km with on the way the lovely peaks and old bridges named as “Pandana brothers”. Once you crossed the bridge, you will reach a wide-open ground called Pando seo thatch (3780 m).
It’s a total 13 km walk for the day. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 07
Bari Dwari Thach (3920 M) Trek
There are few ascents and descents and after walking 10 km through the broad valley, Bari valley thatch is reached. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 08
Mantalia Lake (4200 M) Trek
Trek through the broad valley, which finally leads to a ridge. The ridge dams the Mantalia Lake, the origin of the famous River Parvati. The campsite is a further 5 km ahead of the lake. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 09
Parvati Pass (5040 M) Trek
The shepherds trail passes through the numerous numbers of streams. The trek takes about 4 hours. The climb is gradual but at some stretches it is quite steep. Overnight in the camp. |
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Pass Camp – Pin Parvati Pass (5500 M) –
Pass Camp (4520 M) Trek
Start early in the morning. The trail ascends through an open ground leading to the top of the pass. The passage of the pass is 3 km and has terrific views of Spiti Valley.
The descend takes about 2 hours till the point where the trail reaches a junction of three valleys, an ideal place to set up the camp for the night. |
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- 11
Pass Camp – Chhochhden (4000 M) Trek
Continue along the river, about 6 hours walking reach the junction of three rivers to Chhochhden.
Overnight at the camp. |
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- 12
Mud (3750 M) Trek
The descent continues on the left bank, and the valley is broad and beautiful. The 13 km trek to Mud takes about 6 hours. There is a small Monastery up the hill, which is a wonderful place to relax and meditate. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 13
Sangam (3680 M) Trek
The trial leads to Sangam 13 km away. The walk to the village takes about 6 hours. It is a beautiful green village, contrasting with the jagged peaks surrounding it. Overnight at the camp. |
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- 14 - 15
Sangam – Yangthang – Tabo – Kaza Drive
Drive to Yangthang, which is 86 Km and arrive Tabo after 27 Km. The ancient village Tabo 3050 metres situated on the left bank of river Spiti. It is the seat of one of the most famous Buddhist monasteries next to the Tholong Gompa in Tibet. The monastery contains a large number of scriptures and pieces of art, wall paintings and Stucco. It is also known as the Ajanta of the Himalayas. Continue driving and after one and half hours visit Dankar Gompa.
Continue to drive to Kaza situated at 3600 Meters at the foot of steep ridges. On the left bank of river Spiti is the Ki Monastery which is the biggest Monastery in Spiti. Hundreds of Lamas receive their religious training in this monastery and it is famous for its Murals and Books. Also visit the monastery of Ki and Kibber, also reckoned as the highest inhabited village in the region at altitude of 4235 meters. Overnight in tents. |
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- 16
Kaza - Manali (10 hours)
Drive to Manali via Kunzum La (4590 Mts) and Rohtang Pass (4112 Mts). After a drive of approximately 10 hours, reach Manali and check into the hotel. |
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- 17
Manali - Chandigarh – Delhi Drive & Train
Morning drive to Chandigarh 320 km (8 hours) to board air-conditioned train for Delhi. Our representative meets you at the railway station and will transfer you to the hotel. |
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- 18
Delhi
Today transfer to the International airport for onward destination. |
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