In the morning, drive from Shimla to Sangla. Stop at the Narkanda viewpoint, Rampur, and Jeori to admire the scenic beauty. Stop for lunch at Narkanda or Rampur. Reach Sangla by evening and take a stroll through the small town. Relax by the Baspa River and enjoy the beautiful sunset. In the night, enjoy a bonfire and dinner at the hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Chitkul, the last village of India on the Indo-Tibet border. Visit the centuries-old Kamru Fort and the nearby temple dedicated to Kamakshi Devi in Kamru village. Return to Sangla for lunch. Spend the afternoon exploring the quaint village of Rakcham and by the Baspa river. In the evening, enjoy dinner and campfire at the hotel.
After breakfast, drive to Kalpa, a small town in the Kinnaur district, known for its apple orchards and stunning views of the Kinner Kailash peak. Visit the Kalpa Fort and the Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar monastery and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, start the drive back to Shimla, stopping at Reckong Peo and Narkanda on the way. Reach Shimla by late evening. Stay overnight in Shimla to catch an early morning flight the next day.
If you have an extra day, consider trekking to the Bering Nag temple from Sangla. You can also visit the Chansu village, the last village on the India-Tibet border, instead of Chitkul. For day trips, you can visit the nearby towns of Kalpa and Sarahan, or go for a thrilling river-rafting experience in the Baspa River. Make sure to try the local Kinnauri cuisine, especially the apple-based dishes, and shop for Kinnauri shawls and caps.
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