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- Customization 3: Monastery Overnight Stay
For a truly unique experience, add an overnight stay in a monastery. Stay in one of the quieter monasteries in Spiti, such as Key Monastery, and experience the peaceful atmosphere and morning rituals firsthand. - Customization 4: Trekking to Chandratal Lake
If you’re up for an adventure, include a trek to Chandratal Lake for an additional day. The lake’s turquoise waters and surrounding high-altitude landscapes offer a breathtaking view that’s worth the physical effort.
Spiti Valley Tour (6 Days / 5 Nights) – Land of Lamas
Arrive in Kullu or Manali and begin your scenic journey to Spiti Valley, known as the “Land of Lamas.” The road journey will take you through rugged mountain terrain and picturesque villages. On the way, stop at Rohtang Pass for a quick photo session and enjoy the panoramic views. Continue the drive to Kunzum Pass, the gateway to Spiti, before reaching your overnight stay in Kaza, the administrative headquarters of Spiti Valley.
Included and Excluded
- Accommodation:
- 5 nights stay in guesthouses, homestays, or hotels in Kaza, Tabo, and Manali.
- Meals:
- Breakfast and dinner at the hotels or guesthouses (lunch is typically not included but can be arranged separately).
- Transportation:
- Pick-up and drop from Manali or Chandigarh (depending on the starting point of your tour).
- Private vehicle for the entire tour (usually a jeep or SUV for navigating the rough terrain).
- Sightseeing:
- Sightseeing as per the itinerary, including visits to Key Monastery, Tabo Monastery, Kibber Village, Chicham Bridge, Nako Village, and Rohtang Pass.
- Driver and Guide:
- Local driver to navigate the difficult terrain and a tour guide (in some packages).
- Taxes:
- GST and other applicable taxes for services included in the tour.
- Lunch:
- Lunch is not included and needs to be arranged separately.
- Transportation to Spiti Valley:
- The cost of traveling to Manali (whether by train, flight, or bus) is not included in the package.
- Adventure Activities:
- Activities like trekking or river rafting may not be included unless specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal Expenses:
- Personal expenses such as shopping, snacks, souvenirs, and other purchases are not covered.
- Travel Insurance:
- Travel insurance is not included but is highly recommended, especially for high-altitude travel.
- Entry Fees:
- Some attractions may charge entry fees, such as the Rohtang Pass, monasteries, or parks.
Highlights of the Tour
Itinerary
- Morning: Arrival in Manali: Arrive in Manali, a popular hill station in Himachal Pradesh. It's best to arrive by early morning or previous night to have enough time to rest and begin your journey towards Spiti Valley.
- Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel or a local café in Manali.
- Late Morning / Afternoon:
- Drive to Spiti Valley: Start your journey to Spiti Valley from Manali. You will travel through Rohtang Pass (which may be closed in winters), Atal Tunnel, and the Keylong route. The journey takes about 8–10 hours (depending on road conditions), with breathtaking views of the mountains, valleys, and villages.
- Lunch on the Way: Stop for lunch in small dhabas or cafés along the route.
- Evening: Arrival in Kaza: Arrive in Kaza, the main town of Spiti Valley, in the evening. Kaza is situated at an altitude of 3,800 meters and is the administrative center of the valley.
- Check-in: Check-in to your hotel or guesthouse in Kaza, freshen up, and rest.
- Night: Dinner: Enjoy a warm, hearty meal at your hotel or in a local café. Rest for the night to acclimatize to the high altitude.
- Morning: Breakfast: Have a delicious breakfast at your hotel.
- Drive to Kibber Village: Begin your exploration with a drive to Kibber Village (approx. 9 km from Kaza), one of the highest villages in the world, situated at 4,150 meters. Kibber is known for its monasteries and stunning landscapes.
- Late Morning: Visit Kibber Monastery: Visit the Kibber Monastery, perched on the cliffs and offering panoramic views of the Spiti Valley. It’s an important monastery and is famous for its annual festival.
- Afternoon: Drive to Tashigang: Continue to Tashigang Village, one of the highest settlements in Spiti. You can enjoy a short walk around the village and interact with the locals.
- Visit Chicham Bridge: Head towards Chicham Bridge, the highest bridge in Asia. It connects the Kibber Village with the Spiti Valley and offers amazing views of the deep gorges and barren landscapes of Spiti.
- Evening: Return to Kaza: After your exploration, return to Kaza in the evening.
- Dinner: Enjoy dinner at your accommodation in Kaza.
- Morning: Breakfast: After breakfast, leave for a full day of exploration.
- Drive to Pin Valley: Head to the Pin Valley National Park, known for its diverse wildlife and rugged terrain. The park is home to the endangered snow leopard, Himalayan ibex, and many other species of animals and birds.
- Afternoon: Visit Mud Village: Explore the charming village of Mud, located inside Pin Valley National Park. This small village is famous for its beautiful setting and monasteries.
- Lunch: Have a packed lunch or enjoy a meal in a small village café.
- Drive to Langza Village: After lunch, drive towards Langza Village, known for its iconic Buddha statue and views of the snow-capped mountains. Langza is often called the "Fossil Village" due to the many marine fossils found in the area.
- Evening: Visit Langza Monastery: Spend some time exploring the Langza Monastery and enjoy the serene environment and panoramic views.
- Return to Kaza: Head back to Kaza in the evening.
- Night: Dinner: Return to your hotel, enjoy a warm dinner, and relax.
- Morning: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Kaza.
- Drive to Hikkim: Head out for a day trip to Hikkim Village, famous for being home to the highest post office in the world, situated at 4,440 meters.
- Send a Postcard: Visit the post office and send a postcard from this unique place.
- Late Morning: Drive to Komik: From Hikkim, drive to Komik Village, the highest village in Asia at an altitude of 4,513 meters. Komik is known for its stunning landscapes and is home to a small monastery.
- Visit Komik Monastery: Explore the Komik Monastery, which provides a breathtaking view of the Spiti Valley.
- Afternoon: Drive to Demul Village: Proceed to Demul Village, another remote village offering spectacular views of the valley and mountains.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Demul and spend some time exploring the peaceful village life.
- Evening:
- Return to Kaza: Return to Kaza by evening and check in at your accommodation.
- Night:
- Dinner: Have a relaxing dinner and rest for the night.
- Morning: Breakfast: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Kaza.
- Drive to Hikkim: Head out for a day trip to Hikkim Village, famous for being home to the highest post office in the world, situated at 4,440 meters.
- Send a Postcard: Visit the post office and send a postcard from this unique place.
- Late Morning: Drive to Komik: From Hikkim, drive to Komik Village, the highest village in Asia at an altitude of 4,513 meters. Komik is known for its stunning landscapes and is home to a small monastery.
- Visit Komik Monastery: Explore the Komik Monastery, which provides a breathtaking view of the Spiti Valley.
- Afternoon: Drive to Demul Village: Proceed to Demul Village, another remote village offering spectacular views of the valley and mountains.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch in Demul and spend some time exploring the peaceful village life.
- Evening:
- Return to Kaza: Return to Kaza by evening and check in at your accommodation.
- Night: Dinner: Have a relaxing dinner and rest for the night.
- Kaza – Key Monastery – Tabo Monastery
- Morning: Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast in Kaza.
- Visit Key Monastery: Drive to Key Monastery (approx. 15 km from Kaza), one of the most important monasteries in the Spiti Valley. It is located at an altitude of 4,166 meters and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the valley below. Key Monastery is known for its Tibetan Buddhist culture and history.
- Late Morning: Drive to Tabo: After visiting Key, drive to Tabo Village (approximately 50 km). Tabo is known for the Tabo Monastery, which is over 1,000 years old and is often referred to as the “Ajanta of the Himalayas” due to its ancient murals and paintings.
- Afternoon: Visit Tabo Monastery: Explore the monastery and the ancient murals. The monastery complex also has several small temples, meditation rooms, and prayer halls
- Evening:
- Return to Kaza: Head back to Kaza in the evening after visiting Tabo.
- Dinner: Enjoy a warm meal at your accommodation.
- Morning:
- Breakfast: Have breakfast and check out of your accommodation in Kaza.
- Drive to Manali: Begin your journey back to Manali. The journey takes 8-10 hours, and you will retrace your route through Rohtang Pass and Keylong.
- Afternoon:
- Lunch on the Way: Stop for lunch at a roadside restaurant on the way back.
- Arrive in Manali: Arrive in Manali by evening.
- Night:
- Departure: Depending on your onward travel arrangements, you can either relax for the night in Manali or catch a bus back to your next destination.
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