Spiti Valley Package
Adventure
Manali to Spiti Valley Package
The valley lies at a height of 3,800 m above sea level. Summer in this valley is cool and pleasant with green grass and alpine flowers. There are little monsoon in both these valleys and this enables climbers & trekkers to enjoy a long and unbroken season in perpetual sunshine to explore the wilderness and grandeur of the inner Himalaya.
Duration: 04 Nights & 05 Days.
Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Manali to Kaza via Atal Tunnel and Kunzum Pass
- Exciting journey awaits on a road less traveled as you start from Manali. You drive – Atal Tunnel and Kunzum Pass, over the river beds & boulders along Chandra River surrounded by mile long glaciers and Snow peaks, before you enter the magnificent Spiti Valley in the fading hours to witness the golden mountains of Spiti.
- Overnight stay in Kaza.
Day 02: Kaza to Mudh Village (Pin Valley) – Tabo
- Drive to Pin Valley – a tributary of the Spiti river, ‘Pin’ originates deep in the Trans Himalayan mountains leading to one of the ancient trade routes and popular trek of Bhaba Pass. It is also home to the magnificent Snow Leopard and several Trans Himalayan animals and rare birds protected under the National Parks of India. You’ll drive through this beautiful valley up to last village of Mudh before heading towards Tabo. Tabo is the second most popular town in Spiti Valley know for its Chos Khor Gompa (1020 AD) – a monastery which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site depicts the lineage of Buddhism.
- Overnight stay in Tabo.
Day 03: Tabo to Dhankar to Hikkim, Komic and Langza Village.
- Drive to Dhankar Monastery, perched on the edge of a 300m cliff is a sight to behold and looks straight out of a movie set. An hour trek takes you to the beautiful Dhankar Lake situated above the Dhankar village is a great way to get introduced to High Himalayan Trekking. After Dhankar we drive on the twisting high roads of Spiti to reach Komic, the highest village in the world with a motor-able road at 4580m. Have the most amazing expereince of sending postcards to your loved ones from World’s Highest post office at Hikkim (4440m). Continue driving on these high roads above 4300m with the magnificent Himalayas jutting in front of your eyes to reach Langza – the most beautiful Himalayan Village with a 6303m Peak Mt. CCKN adorning its backdrop.
- Overnight stay at hotel in Kaza
Day 04: Kaza to Key Monastery, Kibber Village and Chandratal Lake
- A trip to Spiti is incomplete without a visit to its iconic monastery at Kee. Built on top of a hill the main shrine is surrounded by residential quarters, administrative buildings are built in the shape of a pyramid. This ancient marvel is a photographers delight. You’ll further visit the villages high villages of Kibber, Chicham before continuing to Chandratal. The drive retraces your path back towards Manali over Kunzum Pass before heading upstream of Chandra river till you reach the Hidden Jewel of the Himalayan mountains, the blue Jewel, Chandratal literally translated as Moon Lake. From the roadhead you will have to trek for 15 min to reach the lake and if you feel energetic enough you can do the Parikrama or Circumambulation of the lake to witness its true glory.
- Overnight stay at camps in Chandratal.
Day 05: Chandratal to Manali
- After breakfast, departure for Manali.
- Tour ends here.
Package Includes
Manali to Spiti Valey Package Includes:
- SUV car (New and serviced) with extra fuel, first-aid, water etc.
- All Hotel and Camps Accommodation for 04 Night and 05 Days.
- Meals: Breakfast and dinner.
- Includes all toll tax, green tax, parking charges and driver stays.
Things to Know
Spiti Valley is a high-altitude desert mountain valley in the Himalayas.
- Peak/Best Season (Mid-May to Mid-October): The weather is generally pleasant (daytime temperatures 15 ∘ C to 20 ∘ C), and both major routes are usually open. This is ideal for all activities like trekking and camping.
- Spiti is at a high altitude (Kaza is around 3,800m or 12,500ft). Altitude Sickness (AMS) is a risk.
- Road Conditions: Mountain roads are often narrow, winding, and steep.
- Clothing: Layered warm clothing is essential, even in summer. Include heavy jackets, thermals, gloves, a cap, and wool socks.
- Footwear: Sturdy, comfortable hiking boots with good grip are a must, especially if you plan to trek. Carry an extra pair of comfortable shoes for relaxing.
- Sun Protection: High SPF sunscreen, lip balm, and polarized sunglasses (the mountain sun is intense, especially with snow).
- Medication: A basic first-aid kit including pain relievers, cold/fever meds, and medication for altitude sickness (consult your doctor).
- Hydration: A reusable water bottle.
- Electronics: Power bank, chargers, and possibly a universal adapter.
- Do not stand near the edge of cliffs or on riverbanks/boulders. River currents are deceptively strong.
