Spiti Valley Packages

Day 01 — Arrival in Chandigarh & Drive to Shimla

Distance | Time Required: ~115 km | ~3–4 hours

The Route: Receive guests at the Chandigarh Airport or Railway Station. Begin the smooth climb along the Himalayan Expressway, passing through Solan and Shoghi. Arrive in the historic capital of Shimla by afternoon. Spend the evening walking the legendary Mall Road, Ridge, and visiting the Christ Church.

Sightseeing Highlights:

• Mall Road: Mall Road is the heart of Shimla which is popular for shopping, cafés and leisurely walks.
• Scandal Point: It is a popular viewpoint offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills of Shimla.
• Lakkar Bazaar: A traditional marketplace which is adjoining The Ridge, famous for handcrafted wooden artifacts, walking sticks, carved toys and warm Himachali street food.
• The Ridge: The Ridge offers panoramic views of the Himalayan landscape from its spacious open area.
• Christ Church: A historic landmark and one of Shimla's most recognizable buildings. It is the second oldest Church in Northern India.

After visiting the sightseeing, returning to the hotel.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Shimla.

Day 02 — Shimla to Sarahan (The Gateway to Kinnaur)

Distance | Time Required: ~165 km | 5–6 hours

The Route: Kufri, Fagu, Narkanda, Rampur Bushahr.

The Experience: After breakfast, leave the bustling hill station of Shimla behind as you drive along the scenic Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH5). The landscape gradually changes from forested hills to deep river valleys and rugged mountain slopes. Arrive in the peaceful village of Sarahan, overlooking the majestic Shrikhand Mahadev peak.

Sightseeing:

• Narkanda: Enjoy scenic mountain viewpoints of Narkanda along the way to Sarahan.
• Bhimakali Temple: Visit Sarahan's 800-year-old Bhimakali Temple, a masterpiece of traditional wooden Indo-Tibetan architecture.
• Sarahan Village: Experience local culture and admire the mountain scenery of Sarahan village.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Sarahan.

Day 03 — Sarahan to Sangla via Chitkul (The Last Indian Village)

Distance | Time Required: ~120-150 km | ~5-7 hours

Route Highlights: Tranda Dhank (cliff-hanging roads), Karcham Dam, Baspa Valley.

The Experience: Drive through the thrilling, hand-cut rock tunnels of Kinnaur into the breathtaking Baspa Valley. Head straight to Chitkul, the very last inhabited village on the Indo-Tibetan border, famous for its pristine air, traditional wooden houses and the rushing Baspa River. Explore the village before returning to Sangla.

SightseeingChitkul village border post, Aakhiri Dhaba and Kamru Fort in Sangla.

• Chitkul Village: Chitkul is celebrated as the last inhabited village on the Indian side of the old Indo-Tibetan trade route.
• Baspa River: Enjoy peaceful riverside views and photography along the Baspa river.
• Aakhiri Dhaba: It is one of the most culturally iconic food stops in Himachal Pradesh.
• Kamru Fort: Located near the town of Sangla in the Kinnaur which is one of the oldest and most architecturally significant fortresses in the Indian Himalayas.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Sangla.

Day 04 — Sangla to Kalpa (The Abode of Lord Shiva)

Distance | Time Required: ~40-50 km | ~2-3 hours

Route Highlights: Powari, Reckong Peo, Kalpa.

The Experience: After breakfast, driving to Kalpa. Enjoy a peaceful Himalayan village famous for its spectacular views of the Kinnaur Kailash range. After checking into the hotel, explore the village's traditional architecture, monasteries and nearby viewpoints.

Sightseeing:

• Roghi Village & Suicide Point Viewpoint: Exploring Roghi Village and its infamous approach point - Suicide Point, offers one of the most thrilling and culturally authentic experiences in the Kinnaur valley.
• Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar Monastery: An ancient Tibetan Buddhist sanctuary. Tucked away at an altitude of approximately 2,960 metres (9,710 feet).
• Narayan-Nagini Temple: Temple is a highly revered and visually stunning shrine located in the heart of Chini village. Constructed the temple by using Kath-Kuni architecture, showcasing intricate woodcarvings of snakes and dragons.
• Kalpa Village: Enjoy views of snow-covered peaks and orchards, especially during clear weather in Kalpa Village.

Overnight stay at the hotel in Kalpa.

Day 05 — Kalpa to Tabo via Nako & Gue (Into the Cold Desert)

Distance | Time Required: ~150-190 km | ~6–9 hours

Route Highlight: Khab (Confluence of Sutlej & Spiti Rivers), Nako Loops.

The Experience: After breakfast, continue into the striking cold-desert landscapes of Spiti. Watch the mountain greenery completely vanish. Cross Khab—the confluence where the Sutlej meets the Spiti River. Climb the dusty Nako loops for lunch by a high-altitude lake, then take a stark desert detour to the remote village of Gue known for its naturally preserved mummy. Proceed to Tabo.

Sightseeing Highlights:

• Khab Confluence: In Khab, admire the dramatic meeting of the Sutlej and Spiti rivers.
• Nako Lake: Enjoy the peaceful lake which serves as a prominent spiritual and geographic landmark on the edge of Nako village.
• Gue Mummy: Visit the small monastery housing the naturally preserved mummy of a Buddhist monk.
• Spiti Cold Desert: Experience rugged mountains, barren slopes and striking landscapes.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel in Tabo.

Day 06 — Tabo to Kaza via Dhankar Monastery

Distance | Time Required: ~65 km | ~3-4 hours

Route Highlight: Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza.

The Experience: Spend your morning inside the legendary Tabo Monastery. Afterwards, trace the wide Spiti riverbed and make a steep climb up to Dhankar Monastery, a fort-monastery precariously balanced on the edge of crumbling mud cliffs. Continue onward to Kaza, the main town of Spiti Valley.

Sightseeing Highlights: Old Tabo mud temples, Dhankar Fort & Cliffside Monastery.

• Tabo Monastery: Explore the ancient Buddhist monastery, founded in 996 CE and renowned for its murals and heritage, and often referred to as the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas.'
• Dhankar Monastery: Admire the monastery's spectacular cliffside setting.
• Dhankar Village: Enjoy panoramic views of the Spiti Valley.

Overnight dinner and stay at the hotel in Kaza.

Day 07 — The Highest Villages Loop (Langza, Hikkim & Komic)

Distance | Time Required: ~50 km | ~3–4 hours

Route Highlight: Kaza → Langza → Hikkim → Komic → Kaza.

The Experience: After breakfast, Embark on an iconic high-altitude circuit around Kaza. Discover traditional stone houses, expansive mountain views and the region's distinctive Tibetan Buddhist culture. Take time to interact respectfully with local residents and enjoy the unique atmosphere of these remote settlements.

Sightseeing Highlights:

• Langza Village: A remote, high-altitude hamlet in the Spiti Valley and renowned globally as the "Fossil Village of India".
• Hikkim Post Office: The world's highest operational post office, standing at an altitude of 14,567 feet (4,440 meters).
• Komic Village: It is widely celebrated as the highest village in the world connected by a motorable road.
• Lundup Tsemo Monastery: Discover the Buddhist heritage and peaceful surroundings of Komic.

Overnight dinner and stay at the hotel in Kaza.

Day 08 — Kaza to Chandratal Lake via Key Monastery & Chicham Bridge

Distance | Time Required: ~100-140 km | ~5-8 hours

Route Highlight: Losar, Kunzum Pass.

The Experience: Visit the spectacular, multi-tiered Key Monastery, a fortress-like spiritual sanctuary. After breakfast, visit Key Monastery, one of the most recognisable Buddhist landmarks in Spiti. Continue to Chicham Bridge for dramatic gorge views, then travel through Losar and over Kunzum Pass, weather and road conditions permitting. Take the rugged, adventurous dirt track from Batal to the magical Chandratal (The Moon Lake).

Sightseeing:

• Key Monastery: 1,000-year-old Tibetan Buddhist monastery perched dramatically on a volcanic-looking hill in the Spiti Valley.
• Chicham Bridge: A spectacular steel truss engineering marvel in the Spiti Valley, famous for being Asia’s highest suspension bridge.
• Kunzum Pass: Enjoy high-altitude mountain pass and also visit the Kunzum Mata shrine.
• Chandratal Lake: Discover the spectacular crescent-shaped alpine lake, known for its crystal-clear waters and mountain reflections. Also known as the "Moon Lake".

Overnight dinner and stay at the camps near 3-4 km from the lake.

Day 09 — Chandra Taal to Manali (The Ultimate Off-Roading Thrill)

Distance | Time Required: ~115 km | 5–6 hours

The Route: Batal, Chhatru, Gramphu, Atal Tunnel.

The Experience: Wake up to the peaceful mountain scenery around Chandratal and enjoy breakfast at the campsite. Prepare for the adventurous drive through the rugged terrain of Batal and Chhatru towards Gramphu. After reaching the accessible highway, continue through the Atal Tunnel towards the greener landscapes of Manali.

Sightseeing: Rugged riverbeds of Chhatru, Lahaul Valley views, and a smooth cruise through the 9.02 km Atal Tunnel.

• Batal: High-altitude rest stop located in the desolate Chandra River Valley and the famous Chacha Chachi Dhaba (Chandra Dhaba) is also located here.
• Chhatru: Located along the beautiful Chandra River in Lahaul, Chatru is a small mountain settlement known for its rugged landscapes, dramatic peaks and adventurous roads.
• Atal Tunnel: Travel through the impressive tunnel which connecting Lahaul Valley with the Kullu Valley.

Overnight dinner and stay at the hotel in Manali.

Day 10 — Manali to Chandigarh Departure

Distance | Time Required: ~270 km | 7–8 hours

The Route: Kullu Valley, Mandi, Kiratpur-Nerchowk Expressway.

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the mountains. Drive down through the scenic Kullu valley, moving smoothly along the new expressways. Arrive back in Chandigarh by evening for your drop-off at the Chandigarh Airport / Railway Station.

Tour ends here with happy memories.