Pass Expeditions

Shipki La Pass & Kinnaur Tour

Border highway expedition through lush Baspa valley to India's last village Chitkul and high mountain pass Shipki La area.

Starting Point: Shimla
Ending Point: Shimla
Places Covered: Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Kinnaur, Khab, Shipki La
Ideal For: Culture Explorers, Mountain Photographers, Nature Lovers
Best Season: April to October

Tour Overview

Journey along the legendary Hindustan–Tibet border highway with our Shipki La Pass & Kinnaur Tour, a 7-day expedition through dramatic river gorges, pine-covered valleys, apple orchard towns, and high-altitude border posts. Highlighting the unique cultural blend of Hinduism and Vajrayana Buddhism, Kinnaur Valley is famous for its warm hospitality, wooden architecture, and spectacular views of the sacred Kinner Kailash peak.

Starting from Shimla, drive through Narkanda and Rampur Bushahr along the Sutlej River gorge into Baspa Valley. Visit Sangla town, explore the ancient Kamru Fort, and travel to Chitkul (11,320 ft)—the last inhabited village on the Indian side of the Indo-Tibet border, renowned for its pristine air and wooden houses.

Proceed to Kalpa, perched amidst vast apple orchards directly facing the awe-inspiring 6,050m Kinner Kailash rock massif. Excursions lead past Khab bridge (the confluence of Sutlej and Spiti rivers) toward the high-altitude border region near Shipki La pass.

Complete with private vehicle transfers, comfortable hotel and Swiss camp accommodations, delicious meals, and local guidance, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of Himachal's border district.

Tour Highlights

  • Visit Chitkul (11,320 ft) - India's last inhabited village near Indo-Tibet border
  • Stunning view of Kinner Kailash peak from apple orchard town Kalpa
  • Explore Kamru Fort Sangla and ancient high altitude border posts
  • Drive through cliff-carved Hindustan-Tibet highway

Day-by-Day Itinerary

130 km / 4.5 hrs

Drive via Hatu Peak Narkanda to Rampur Bushahr palace town.

Overnight Stay: Hotel in Rampur

95 km / 4 hrs

Drive along carved Sutlej rock cut highway into Baspa Valley at Sangla.

Overnight Stay: Hotel / Swiss Camp in Sangla

70 km / 3 hrs

Visit Kamru Fort Sangla and drive to Chitkul (last village on border). Continue to Kalpa apple orchards.

Overnight Stay: Hotel in Kalpa

80 km / 3 hrs

Drive past Khab bridge (confluence of Sutlej and Spiti rivers) towards Shipki La border road approach.

Overnight Stay: Hotel in Kalpa / Reckong Peo

Local 20 km / 2 hrs

Morning sunrise view of Kinner Kailash peak. Visit Suicide Point cliff and Roghi traditional village.

Overnight Stay: Hotel in Kalpa

110 km / 4 hrs

Drive to Sarahan village. Evening Aarti at 800-year-old wooden Bhimakali Temple.

Overnight Stay: Hotel in Sarahan

160 km / 5.5 hrs

Return drive to Shimla.

Overnight Stay: Departure
What's Included
  • Private vehicle for 7 days
  • 6 Nights hotel stay
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • Driver allowance & tolls
What's Excluded
  • Inner Line Permits for restricted border zones (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses

Important Notes & Travel Advisory

  • Shipki La is a restricted border pass; access is up to permitted checkposts.
Starting Price per Person7 Days / 6 Nights

₹22,500 / person

Includes hotel/tent stay, transport & mountain guide.
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