With the summer heat giving way to the maddening monsoons of the hills, with landslides and road blockages in most parts of the Himalayas, this road trip to the cold desert is your perfect getaway to escape the scorching heat and humidity of the cities and the endless rains of the mountains. What if you do all this, and more at one of the highest places in India? Where no vegetation grows, and the valleys are flanked by tall, naked, and barren mountains with snow-capped peaks. Where very few vehicles make it because there are no roads, just rubble, and boulders, where there is raw beauty wherever you look!
Spiti, the ‘middle land’, is one of our favorite destinations. It not only gives us respite from the heat but also teaches us how to truly live and let go! But Spiti is not for those who seek a luxurious getaway, or for the fainthearted. If you’re someone looking to explore the local Spitian culture by staying in rustic homestays and eating local food, come on board as we journey through this magical land exploring hidden gems and making countless memories under the stars.

Highlights of the Trip-
Visit age-old temples.
Explore monasteries literally hanging from cliffs.
Experience Upper Himalayas.
Sit by crystal blue lakes and relax.
Send a postcard from the highest post office in the world.
Cross some of the highest passes in the world.
Stay under a billion-star sky.

We have given wings to your desires to unleashing the true beauty of the Himalayas in such rustic landscapes. If you are challenging enough to explore the enthralling experience of the Spiti Valley road trip, book with us today!

Route: Manali – Kaza – Pin Valley – Dhankar – Tabo – Komic – Hikkim – Langza – Key – Chicham – Chandratal– Manali
Tour Type: Road Trip
Highest Altitude: 4,600 m
Total distance covered: 800+ km (approx)
Duration: 4 Nights/ 5 Days
Batch Size: 12

Trip Itinerary:
Day 1: Manali - Atal Tunnel- Kaza
We start early morning from Manali, huddled together in our vehicles, and head off straight to the beautiful town of Kaza (3,800 m). It will be a 7-8 hour journey via Atal Tunnel and Kunzum Pass. At Kaza, we rest the night in our cozy homestay, eating by the Bukhari and warming ourselves in the chilly and windy nights. We also take this day to acclimatize to the high altitude of Spiti by drinking plenty of water and taking short walks around.

Day 2: Kaza- Pin Valley- Dhankar- Tabo
From Kaza, we then move on to explore Pin Valley. We head towards Mudh which is a high-altitude village located in Pin Valley of Spiti District. Pin Valley is known for its Pin Valley National Park, home to the snow leopard and Siberian ibex. With such high reaches and glaciers where humankind seldom goes, Pin Valley might as well one of the highlights of your trip! Mudh is the last motorable village in India on this side and is also the base camp for a number of long treks including the famous Pin Bhabha Pass Trek. Known for its sprouting pink blossoms known as Sia Mentok, Mudh is an enchanting land that is sure to leave you awestruck! From Mudh, we move on to explore Dhankar Monastery. Dhankar used to be the administrative capital of Spiti before Kaza. We explore the village and visit the Dhankar Gompa situated asymmetrically atop a steep cliff. This hill-top fort that overlooks the Spiti Valley also once used to serve as a jail in the olden days. After spending some amazing moments in this peaceful monastery, we finally head towards Tabo where The Dalai Lama has expressed his wishes to Tabo Monastery since it is considered one of the holiest. After a full day of moving around, we finally call it a night at a hotel in Tabo.

Day 3: Tabo- Komic- Hikkim- Langza- Key- Kaza
This day we explore some of the highest inhabited regions of the world. Our first stop will be at Komic, which literally translates to ‘eye of a snow cock’. Komic is the highest motorable village in the world at a height of 4,587 meters! After spending some time taking in the beauty of this enchanting village, we head to Hikkim, home of the highest post office in the world. Next, we visit Langza, situated at an altitude of 4,400 meters. Once at Langza we can stroll around and visit the ancient Lang which is a 1000 years old temple and spot the marine fossils found here in the sedimentary rocks. After lunch we will visit Key, known for its magnificent Key Monastery situated at the foot of steep ridges, it is also the Biggest Gelugpa Sect Monastery in Spiti. This monastery is also known to have a training centre for the Lamas. Overlooking the Spiti River, looking down at the valley from any spot of this upland country is a great sight. Spending some time in the peace and quiet of this monastery can really be a soulful experience, something to remember for a lifetime. We return back to Kaza and you are free to explore the market at Kaza and buy souvenirs for your family and friends. We return back to our homestay for dinner and a night's stay.

Day 4: Kaza- Kibber- Chicham- Kunzum La- Chandratal
From Kaza, we drive to Kibber. Kibber is also home to the majestic snow leopard and gives a breath-taking view of Kanamo Peak at 19, 600 feet. From Kibber, we visit the famous Chicham Bridge, the highest bridge in Asia, and hear stories about the ancient method of using pulley trolleys. We now drive through the least populated village of Spiti- Losar, to reach India’s highest motorable mountain pass which connects Kullu and Lahaul to Spiti valley- Kunzum La at 15,000 feet. From Kunzum La, we head towards one of the most photogenic places in Spiti Valley- the breath-taking Chandratal Lake, also known as the lake of the moon. This magnificent lake has surprisingly no visible source of water, concluding that the water for this lake comes from underground. We spend the night in camps and spend our evening gazing at millions of stars on a clear night.

Day 5: Chandratal- Chhatru- Atal Tunnel- Manali
To celebrate our last day in Spiti Valley, we depart from Chandratal Lake and make our way to Batal, home to the famous Chachi Chachi ka Chandra Dhaba. From there we continue our journey on Kaza – Manali Highway while taking a lunch halt at Chhatru. Driving beside the Chandra river we pass Gramphoo village and enter Atal Tunnel (Rohtang Tunnel) to reach Manali, thus entering the Kullu District. The tunnel is intended to create an all-weather route to Leh and Lahaul and Spiti valleys in Himachal Pradesh. The 9.02 km-long tunnel passes under the Rohtang Pass in the eastern Pir Panjal range on the Leh-Manali highway. We reach Manali, only to head back home with a heart full of happy memories.

Buffer Day– It is important to have an extra day as any bad weather conditions or landslides may delay your journey. In case another day is utilized, you need to pay ₹ 2000 for buffer day expenses.

INCLUSIONS
-Accommodation in Hotel/Homestay/Camps (4 nights)
-Transportation from Manali to Manali in Innova or Tempo Traveller.
-MAP meal plan (4 Breakfast and 4 Dinner)
-Experienced and Local Driver cum Guide
-Tour Leader
-First-Aid Kit/Oxygen Cylinder
-GST

EXCLUSIONS
-Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list
-Meals during Transportation (Lunch)
-Expenses of personal nature
-Expenses raised due to any road blockage or natural calamity (The itinerary is subject to change and is flexible due to any circumstances which are not in our control)

Fixed Departure Dates:
19-23 June
24-28 July
21-25 August
25-29 September
9-13 October
*You may also plan a custom trip to Spiti Valley on any dates of your preference with different pricing plans.

*Tourist is allowed under the following new conditions in Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh:
You need to carry a negative Covid-19 test report (72 hours before) or Covid-19 Vaccine Certificate (double doses) or RAT Negative report not older than 24 hours.

Cost: ₹ 13,500 p.p (Early-Bird Price)
The same trip can be arranged from Delhi to Delhi in Volvo bus and with 1 Night initial stay at Manali (1 Dinner+1 Breakfast) at a total cost of 17,000 per person.

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What should I wear/carry in Spiti Valley?
– Inner Thermals (must-have)
– Down Jacket
– 2x Trek Pants/Jeans
– A fleece jacket or windcheater jacket or windproof jacket to prevent the winds (must-have)
– A good sturdy pair of shoes
– A 50-65 L backpack (Do not carry suitcases or trolley bags please)
– Woollen socks
– Heavy woolens 2-3 sets (Sweatshirts/Fleece/pullovers/warm hoodie)
– Carry a cap and Sunscreen Lotion to protect yourself from direct sunlight as it is too harsh in this region to protect yourself from UV rays
– Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the hard sun
– Hand gloves are a must-have in the months of October to June.
– Wollen Cap (must-have)
– Lip balm
– Carry your own water bottle and refill it
– Powerbank
– Camera Bag if you use DSLR/GoPro
– Any personal medicine for allergies/Medical conditions
– Spare contact lenses or glasses
– Towel especially lightweight quick-dry type
– Reading materials, Games, Cards. (Optional)
– Bsnl/Jio Simcard
– Identification proof like Passport, Driving license, Aadhar card etc.
Other Guidance
Travellers are reminded that there is a 15 kg limit on personal luggage for all trips.
Cameras, whether video or film, needed to be protected against the severe cold either in a warm pouch or the interior pockets of your clothing. Do not keep your camera in your backpack at higher elevations.
No insurance is provided during the trip of any kind.
When you travel, please never litter.
Remember – “Take nothing but photographs, leave nothing but footprints”. So, keep the mountains clean and green.
Aspirins and Paracetamols are highly recommended for headaches and because they also thin the blood that will help improve circulation & oxygen delivery to the body. Strong painkillers are not recommended as they can suppress respiration.
Personal expenses of any kind will not be entertained.
REFUND & CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation of booking of tour 31 days or more before the date of Departure will result in a 20% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
Cancellation of booking of tour 21-30 days before the date of Departure will result in a 40% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
Cancellation of booking of tour 11-20 days before the date of Departure will result in a 60% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
Cancellation of booking of tour 6-10 days before the date of Departure will result in an 80% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
Cancellation of booking of tour 1-5 days before the date of Departure will result in a 100% deduction from the total cost of the tour.