Head back to NH-5 and take the turnoff at Karcham into the Baspa Valley. The road climbs steeply alongside a thundering river.

Arrive in Sangla — a lush green village unlike anything in Himachal. Explore the Kamru Fort and Kamakhya Devi Temple perched above town.

Try local Kinnauri cuisine — siddu with ghee and dal, or fresh trout if available.

Drive further up the Baspa Valley to the traditional wooden villages of Batseri and Rakchham — stone alleys, carved doorways, and prayer flags.

Return to Sangla for dinner and overnight stay in a riverside camp or cozy homestay.

Make the short but spectacular 28 km drive from Sangla to Chitkul — the last inhabited village on the India-Tibet border.

Wander the village lanes, visit the ancient Mathi temple, and walk to the border post. The Baspa river runs turquoise just below.

Eat at one of Chitkul's small dhabas with views of snow peaks. Try Maggi, parathas, or local rajma-chawal.

Head back to Sangla, stopping for photos at meadow viewpoints along the way.

Descend from Sangla back to Karcham and drive up to Reckong Peo — the district headquarters of Kinnaur.

Collect or verify your Inner Line Permit at the DC office if heading beyond Peo towards Spiti.

Arrive in Kalpa, a hilltop village offering the most iconic views of Kinnaur Kailash. Check into your accommodation.

Walk along Kalpa's apple orchards and ancient temples as the Kinnaur Kailash peak blazes orange-gold in the setting sun.