Spiti Valley Adventure – 10 Days Himalayan Expedition
Overview
On this 10-day trip from Chandigarh to Manali, discover the unadulterated splendor of Spiti Valley. Discover gorgeous scenery, historic monasteries, towns at great altitudes, and the magnificent Chandratal Lake, which offers the ideal fusion of culture, adventure, and Himalayan tranquility.
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Day 1/ Chandigarh (Arrival) - Narkanda (180 kms/ 7 hrs):
Arrive at Chandigarh railway station/airport & drive to Narkanda. Shimla is also called the “Queen of Hill Stations”. It is one of the most popular and biggest hill stations surrounded by pine, deodar, oak and rhododendron forests. Arrive and check in at the hotel. Fagu which allures everyone. Local sight seeing to Hatu Peak and Tanni Jubbar lake heaven on earth. Dinner and overnight in Narkanda.(D)
Day 2/ Narkanda - Sangla (160 kms/ 6 hrs):
After breakfast, checkout from hotel and transfer to Sangla. Sangla is a picturesque hill town situated in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh. Located in the valley of Baspa, this place lies in proximity to the Tibetan border. The town has been named after a village of the same name, which means 'Pass of Light' in the Tibetan language. The scenic beauty of the region is mesmerizing as it rests in the Greater Himalayas and is enveloped with forest slopes and mountains. Check into the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Sangla. (B, D)
Day 3/ Sangla - Chitkul - Sangla (23 kms/ 1 hrs):
After breakfast, leave from Sangla for Chitkul, the last Indian Village on Indo - Tibetan old Road, via Batseri, Rakcham, Mastrang village. Enjoy visit to Temple, River side, Valley & Villages. After some time leave for Sangla back. Later, visit Nag Temple, Monasteries, Trout Firm. Dinner and overnight in Sangla. (B, D)
Day 4/ Sangla - Kalpa (51 kms/ 2 hrs 30 min):
After breakfast, checkout from hotel and transfer to Kalpa via Karcham, Powari. After reaching Majestic 20,000 ft High Kinnaur Kailash Peak, & Shivalingam. From here, visit rogi village, its about 6-7 Kms from Kalpa and is known for its traditional lifestyle of Himachal surrounded by apple Orchids. Visit kothi village, this village has a Chanadika devi temple which has an unusual architectural style and fine sculpture set amidst a picturesque mountain backdrop. Dinner and overnight in Kalpa. (B, D)
Day 5/ Kalpa - Tabo (150 kms/ 3 hrs 30 min):
After breakfast, check out from hotel & drive to Tabo. On your way, visit Kinnaur's most picturesque hamlet & the Nako Lake. Dinner & overnight in Tabo. (B, D)
Day 6/ Tabo - Kaza (50 kms/ 1 hrs 30 min):
After breakfast, checkout from hotel and head to Kaza (3870 metres above sea level). On your way to Kaza (the capital of Spiti Valley), visit Dhankar Gompa, the traditional capital of Spiti. This hilltop fort that overlooks the Spiti Valley used to be a jail earlier. Today, more than 160 lamas reside here. Notable sights at Dhankar Gompa include a statue of Vairochana (Dhayan Buddha) consisting of 4 figures seated back to back in addition to various crumbling Thangkas. Visit Kibber Village, Komic Village. Dinner and overnight in Kaza. (B, D)
Day 7/ Kaza:
After breakfast in Kaza, start your drive towards key monestry, visit monestry and then move towards world s highest motrable village in the world with the electricity (Komic 4560 mtrs). Have lunch in a local home in Lang za and start walking towards million years old fossil park in Lang za. In evening the drive back to Kaza. Dinner and overnight in Kaza. (B, D)
Day 8/ Kaza - Loshar - Kumzum la - Chandratal (96.7 kms/ 3 hrs 18 min)
We drive to one of the most photogenic places of the Spiti Valley – the Chandratal Lake. On the way, we pass through the high altitude pass of Kunzum La. Stop at the stupa and pay tribute to the local goddess, “Kuzum Mata” as she is called. At 15,000 feet above sealevel the Kuzum Pass connects Kullu and Lahaul to the Spiti Valley. Chandratal Lake – A visual marvel, this stunning blue coloured Lake is set at an altitude of 4300 meters above sea level in the heart of high Himalayas and is a must see on a full moon night. Dinner& overnight at a camp 2 kms away from Chandratal Lake. (tent stay) (B, D)
Day 9/ Chandratal - Manali (111.3 kms/ 3 hrs 27 min):
After breakfast we drive from Chandratal Lake towards Manali. We take a quick stop at Batal for a cup of tea at a small tea-shop run by a beautiful old couple. From there, we continue driving on the Kaza - Manali highway and stop at Chatru for lunch. Drive through the famous Rohtang Pass and return to Manali to end your breath-taking Spiti Valley. Dinner and overnight in Manali. (B, D)
Day 10/ Manali - Chandigarh (Departure) (275 kms/ 6 hrs)
After breakfast, check out from hotel and drive to Chandigarh airport or railway station. (B)
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What's Included
- Accommodation in hotels/camps (as per selected category)
- Daily breakfast and dinner as mentioned in itinerary
- All transfers and sightseeing by private vehicle (AC in plains & Non-AC in hills)
- Pick-up and drop from Chandigarh (airport/railway station)
- Experienced driver with all travel expenses (fuel, toll, parking, driver allowance)
- Local sightseeing in Narkanda, Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Tabo, Kaza, Chandratal, and Manali
- Visit to key attractions including Hatu Peak, Chitkul Village, Nako Lake, Dhankar Gompa, Key Monastery, Kibber, Komic, Langza, Chandratal Lake, Rohtang Pass
- All applicable taxes
What's Not Included
- Airfare or train tickets
- Travel insurance
- Lunch and any meals not mentioned
- Entry fees, monument charges, and camera fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, beverages, etc.)
- Permit charges (Rohtang Pass / Inner Line Permits if applicable)
- Heater charges in hotels/camps
- Any adventure activities or optional tours
- Early check-in / late check-out at hotels
- Any increase in fuel, taxes, or government charges
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
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