About Kinnaur
Kinnaur has since time immemorial enjoyed a special place in ancient Hindu and Buddhist lore as a mythical land, occupying the intermediate region somewhere between heaven and earth and inhabited by celestial beings.
The Kinners are believed to have been divine musicians who taught music and fine arts to the gods. The Aura of mysticism that pervades this magical valley can be easily felt here during some ceremonies Kinnauri men in their traditional attire playing local musical like Fullaich – the festival of instruments, during a village festival flowers that is held here in September. The natives of Kinnaur are amongst the sharpest featured and good looking people found in the Himalayan region.
This region gives a wonderful introduction of confluence of Hinduism and Buddhism. The temples of Baspa Valley in Kinnaur are fine example of pagoda architecture with extraordinary wooden carvings. Kinnaur is a very traditional place and tribal customs and traditions still hold sway over most of it. In some of the more remote side valleys and villages Shamanism is still practised along with animistic rituals.
Kinnaur invariably leaves an indelible impact on the travelers because of its unmistakable and intense spiritual aura and palpable Himalayan Mysticism. For this is the land where Lord Shiva is believed to reside on the Famed Mount Kinner Kailash considered to be one of his favourite haunts.

Day 1: Arrival at Shimla
Day free for leisure & exploring Shimla. (Overnight Hotel.)

Day 2: Shimla to Powari ( Himalayan drive )
After an early breakfast we will drive (221 kms )to Rekong Peo the headquarters of Kinnaur Valley, form Rekong peo we wil drive for another 07 kms on Hindustan Tibet road to reach Powari. there is nice forest rest house at Powari. (Over night rest House.)

Day 3: Powari to Purbani ( 2-3 hrs )
It’s an eight kms walk from Powari to Purbani (2550 m). (Over night Guest house/ Camp)

Day 4: Purbani to Ribba ( 4-6 hrs )
It is a 11 km walk from Purbani to Ribba, During this day we will walk through the Deodar forest till Tagain Dhar ( 3380 m ) & later a steep decend though tick forest will lead us to Ribba . Ribba has fields & Orchards. (Overnight Camp.)

Day 5: Ribba to Thangi ( 4-6 hrs )
A 14 km walk though beutiful mixed forest will lead us to Rispa, from where have to cross the Charang stream. This days ends at Thangi (2880 m).
(Overnight rest house./ Nearing a stream on the trek route Camp)

Day 6: Thangi to Charang ( 10- 12 Hrs 0)
This day’s trek from Thangi to Charang is going to be long haul. It involves 20 kms of trekking & therefore an early start is advisable. Enroute we will visit Kunu Temple, which is a must for locals before reaching Charang. (Overnight camp.)

Day 7: Charang to Lalanti ( 3-4 hrs ).
Its a short day of steep climbing to Lalanti, which is a traditional pasture for the high sheepherders of Kinnaur. You might find a tribal ‘Gaddi’ shepherd playing a haunting tune on his flute, while he tends to his flocks guarded by the famed Himalayan mastiff dogs. We will take some time enroute to stop at the Rangrik Tungma temple. (Overnight camp.)

Day 8: Lalanti to Chitkul via Charang pass ( 10 -12 hrs ).
This is the most demanding day of the trek, during which we will cover almost 30 kms. Its a tough climb up to the lofty Charang pass (5242 mts), with the last section involving scrambling across moraine and snow ice patches to gain the pass. But, as soon as one surmounts the pass, the breathtaking views of the kinner kailash Range more than compensates for all the toil. Rest a while atop the pass and soak in the serene splendor of the ‘Spiritually alive’ Himalaya. Coming down from pass is a lengthy affair and requires stamina. After a long day’s walking we will finish our day at Chitkul and retite for the night. (Overnight camp)

Day 9: Day free at Chitkul
Explore this remote outpost village, visit the temple of the local goddess or just laze and relax amidst stupendous views. (Overnight camp)

Day 10: Chitkul to Sangla to Powari
This day we will drive for 80 kms to fisnish our Parikrama of the Holy mountain; finally we drive from Sangla.
The breathtaking view from the Charang-la pass.

Day 11: Powari – Shimla
Drive back over the winding Hindustan – Tibet road till Shimla. (Overnight hotel)

Day 12: Shimla
Explore the erstwhile capital of the ‘British Raj’ in the morning, checking out its colonial architecture or ambling down its famous ‘Mall’ or just shopping and relaxing. Depart for Delhi in the afternoon.