Spiti to Dharamshala: Monasteries, Mountains & Meditation Retreat

Himalayan journey through ancient monasteries, high-altitude villages, sacred lakes, and meditation retreats

Tour Duration: 12 Nights/13 Days

Tour Destinations: Chandigarh – Rampur – Nako – Tabo – Dhankar – Kaza – Kibber – Kee – Losar – Manali – Rewalsar – Dharamshala – Delhi

• Visit ancient monasteries: Tabo, Dhankar, Kee, Kibber, Nako, Namgyal.
• Meditation sessions & monk interactions in Tabo, Dhankar, Kee, Rewalsar and Dharamshala.
• Sacred Himalayan lakes: Nako Lake, Dhankar Lake, and Rewalsar Lake.
• High-altitude passes & villages: Kibber, Losar, Kunzum Pass, Rohtang Pass.
• Tibetan Buddhist immersion in Dharamshala & McLeod Ganj.
• Panoramic mountain landscapes, unique culture, local life & Himalayan spirituality.

Day 1: Chandigarh to Rampur
Begin your Himalayan adventure by driving from Chandigarh to Rampur, passing pine forests, apple orchards and river valleys. Visit Padam Palace (time permitting).
Overnight in Rampur.

Day 2: Rampur to Nako
Travel to Nako, a stunning high-altitude village. Explore Nako Lake and join a guided meditation at Nako Monastery.
Overnight in Nako.

Day 3: Nako to Tabo
Drive to Tabo, home to the 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery. Explore its ancient murals and manuscripts. Experience evening chanting with monks.
Overnight in Tabo.

Day 4: Tabo – Cave Hiking & Monastery Meditation
Visit the Tabo meditation caves and enjoy a silent meditation session. Interact with monks to learn about Buddhist philosophy.
Overnight in Tabo.

Day 5: Tabo to Dhankar
Drive to Dhankar Monastery, perched dramatically above the Spiti River. Attend a spiritual talk with a senior monk and hike to Dhankar Lake.
Overnight in Dhankar.

Day 6: Dhankar to Kaza
Reach Kaza, the cultural heart of Spiti Valley. Visit Sakya Tangyud Monastery and enjoy evening prayers with monks.
Overnight in Kaza.

Day 7: Excursion to Kibber Village
Discover Kibber, one of the world’s highest villages. Visit Kibber Monastery and explore village life. Wildlife spotting possible (ibex, blue sheep).
Overnight in Kaza.

Day 8: Kee Monastery & Tashigang
Attend morning prayers at Kee Monastery. Later, drive to Tashigang for breathtaking Himalayan scenery.
Overnight in Kaza.

Day 9: Kaza to Losar
Travel to peaceful Losar village. Enjoy mountain walks and personal meditation time.
Overnight in Losar.

Day 10: Losar to Manali via Kunzum & Rohtang Pass
Cross the spectacular Kunzum and Rohtang Passes before reaching Manali.
Overnight in Manali.

Day 11: Manali to Rewalsar Lake
Drive to sacred Rewalsar Lake, revered by Buddhists, Sikhs, and Hindus. Visit monasteries and end your day with lakeside meditation.
Overnight near Rewalsar.

Day 12: Rewalsar to Dharamshala
Arrive in Dharamshala, the heart of Tibetan Buddhism in India. Explore McLeod Ganj’s vibrant Tibetan culture.
Overnight in Dharamshala.

Cost Inclusions
13 nights’ accommodation with breakfast & dinner
Private vehicle for transfers and sightseeing
All monastery, lake and village visits as per itinerary
Guided meditation sessions (subject to monastery availability)
Local Spiti guide
All tolls, parking, taxes, driver allowances

Cost Exclusions
Lunches, personal expenses
Monastery donations or special ritual fees
Entrance & camera charges
Insurance or medical/rescue expenses
Anything not mentioned in inclusions

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