Himachal Pradesh is a glorious mountain state, of crystal lakes, vast stretches of brilliant flowers, ancient shrines and beautiful people. This state lies in the northern part of the country, in the lap of the mighty "Himalayas" - The most important amongst the seven principal mountain ranges of India. The Himalayas or "The Valley of Gods" run across the top of the Indian subcontinent stretching over some 2500 kilometres. These mountains were formed between 50 to 60 million years ago.
This
Valley of Gods is sprawled by the Beas river. Rising from 4000 ft. to
peaks over 20,000 ft., the riverhead of the Beas is located on the northwest
slopes. The raw magnificence of Beas's natural beauty has to be seen,
and experienced, to be believed.
Span Holistic Resorts is located on the right bank of the river Beas. Span's neighboring peak is 5 km. Away, towering to a height of 17000 Ft. above sea level. The Resort is approximately 5000 Ft. above sea level and enjoys cool weather all round the year with summer midday highs of 280 c to winter night lows of (-) 20 c.
Snowy peaks, rugged slopes and wide valleys offer splendid opportunities, not only for mountaineering, rock climbing and skiing, but also for para gliding and river rafting. It is an ideal place for trekking enthusiasts, and the trekking routes in the state take you to remote, undisturbed spots. Courses and competitions in skiing and mountaineering, carnivals and cultural evenings form the traditional part of winter sports.
From
the cultivable lowlands, to the broad, glacier worn inner valleys, to
the arid, high-desert trans-Himalayan region, you can discover the magic
of the world's most magnificent mountain range - all while your stay at
The Span Resorts.
By Air
The closest international airport is New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Domestic airlines fly from Delhi's Indira Gandhi Domestic Airport to Bhuntar Airport at Kullu. Flights are available daily and the duration of the flight is one hour ten minutes. You can reach the resort in forty minutes from Bhuntar Airport.
By Rail
The
Indian Railways runs efficient daily train service.The Shatabdi Express,
to and from New Delhi
Railway Station to the closest railhead Chandigarh, covers the distance
in three hours. From there you can catch a flight to Kullu (20 minutes)
or travel by road (8 hours).
By Road
The distance from Delhi to Span Resorts at Kullu is 550 kms. On the National Highway, the route takes you through many important cities: Panipat, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Chandigarh and Kiratpur Sahib and picturesque valleys of Bilaspur, Sundar Nagar and Mandi. Himachal Pradesh tourism also runs luxury coaches from Delhi.
By Private Charters
Private Charters can also be arranged which take approximately two hours to reach the resort by Helicopters. For further details and booking visit http://www.span-air.com
Places of Visit
The famous Rohtang Pass at 13,800 Ft. is a glamorous adventure spot for tourists, which is just 60 km and a 2 hours journey by car, including stops for sightseeing. We take our visitors regularly for a supreme "Roof of The World" experience. Imagine, being 90% of the way up Mont Blanc! Such access to the real mountains is unparalleled.
We often have get togethers with mountaineers, since Manali has one of the leading Mountaineering Institutes of the world (The youngest individual to climb Mount Everest, Dickie Dolma, is a graduate of this Institute).
So, we have a lot to offer, whether it is a 3 day whirlwind trip between other pressing engagements or a nice long relaxed vacation.
Leh is the capital of the state of Ladakh and located 13,000 Ft. above Sea level. It is a drive of 475 k, from Manali through the Lahaul area. This involves camping for 2 nights at high altitude, but the area is famous for the many ancient Buddhist Monastries and places of Pilgrimage.
You may read about us, in the book "Grand Mother's Footsteps" by Imogne Lycett Green, the grand daughter of lady Penelope Betteman, travel writer and wife of Sir John Betteman ( Poet Laureato).
