11-Day Spiti Valley Biking Trip (Ex-Manali)

On this 11-day Spiti motorcycling trip, you will ride on Royal Enfield motorcycles on national highways carved into the Himalayan Mountains. En route, you will visit charming villages like Sarahan, Chitkul, Kaza and many more that are brimming with a fascinating blend of the Indo-Tibetan culture. You will also make pit stops at historic landmarks such as the Bhimakali Temple, Key Monastery and others.

One of the highlights of the trip, you will spend a night camping on the banks of the famous Chandratal Lake, a moon-shaped lake at an altitude of 13,900 ft that is only open to travellers in the summer.

Note: Riders are required to pay a refundable security deposit of INR 10,000 per bike. This cost is not included in the booking cost and will be paid directly to the tour operator.

Destination

Spiti Valley is a cold desert mountain valley that connects India and Tibet. On this Spiti motorcycling expedition, you will drive on national highways that cut across the sacred Kinnaur Kailash Mountains covered with rich forests of pine and deodar trees. Your route will begin at Manali and circle across the villages of Banjar, Saharan, Chitkul, Kalpa, Tabo and Kaza and loop back to Manali. Travelling through gorgeous landscapes of lofty mountains, you will visit landmarks such as the 1000-year old Key Monastery. You will spend a night camping under the star-studded night skies at the Chandratal Lake. On this expedition, take the road less travelled and explore the magical Spiti Valley through the eyes of an insider.

Destination highlights

Experience the thrill of motorcycling through the winding roads of the Spiti Valley. | Camp under the starry night sky at Chandratal Lake. | Visit 1000-year old Key Monastery and other landmarks. | Ride through mountain roads at altitudes as high as 14,000 ft.

Off road biking

Yes

No

6700 feet

15000 feet

6700 feet

1100 kms

120 kms

A backup vehicle to carry luggage - fuel - spare parts and support crew-mechanic.

Royal Enfield

500 cc UCE

NA

NA

NA

Yes

Riders are not allowed to bring their own motorcycles.

Yes

120 kgs

NA

Kullu-Manali Airport (KUU) or bus station

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Kullu-Manali Airport (KUU) or bus station

Shared, private vehicle

Manali

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09:00

14:00

Land at the Kullu-Manali Airport or arrive at the bus station where you will board private, shared vehicles to reach the hotel in Manali. At the hotel, you will attend a short briefing session on the upcoming trip to know more about your motorcycles and riding gear such as helmets and Go-Pro cameras. After the session, spend the day with the rest of your group at leisure. Overnight at Manali in hotel rooms.

Overnight at Manali in hotel rooms.

Spend your night in Manali in a cosy hotel room on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at the hotel or visit any of the local restaurants in Manali.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 1 Milestone

Manali

Manali

09:00 AM

Wake up early morning and embark on the first day of your motorcycling expedition. Your destination of Banjar Valley, also known as the Valley of Tranquillity, is renowned for sparkling natural streams, thick meadows of pine and deodar and huge apple orchards. Overnight at Banjar Valley in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Banjar in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Banjar in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Banjar.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 2 Milestone

Manali

Banjar Valley

07:00 AM

Today, you will ride to Saharan. Begin the journey with a ride to Kinnaur, also known as the land of fairy tales. The town of Kinnaur is well known for its enchanting beauty with snow-clad peaks and cold, grey mountains. As you get closer towards Saharan, you will ride alongside apple orchards and gardens of medicinal herbs. After a stop at the Bhimakali Temple to admire its wealth of ancient sculptures, you will reach Sarahan. Overnight at Saharan in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Saharan in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Saharan in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Saharan.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 3 Milestone

Banjar Valley

Saharan

07:00 AM

Today's journey will take you to Chitkul, the last inhabited village closest to the Indo-Tibetan border. Riding through the valley of Sangla, you will drive through dense forests, apple orchards and towering mountains. This tiny village of Chitkul is known for its houses with slate or wooden roofs, its famous Buddhist monastery and tower. Overnight at Chitkul in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Chitkul in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Chitkul in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Chitkul.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 4 Milestone

Saharan

Chitkul

07:00 AM

Your adventure continues as you ride on roads with views of the majestic Kinnaur Kailash mountains to visit Kalpa. The village serves as a great vantage point to catch a crimson coloured sunrise coming up behind the snow-clad mountain peaks. Overnight at Kalpa in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Kalpa in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Kalpa in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Kalpa.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 5 Milestone

Chitkul

Kalpa

07:00 AM

Today, you will travel to the rural community of Tabo. As you begin your journey, the scenery will change from lush, green valleys to cold, grey deserts. Make a pit stop at Nako to visit its 10th century temple and the Nako holy lake. Proceed to Tabo where you will visit the Tabo Monastery, a key part of Buddhist influence over Spiti. Overnight at Tabo in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Tabo in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Tabo in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Tabo.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 6 Milestone

Kalpa

Tabo

07:00 AM

Today's journey will take you to Kaza, the capital of Spiti Valley. As the monsoon rains rarely visit this area, you will ride through dry mountains and cold deserts with only an occasional stretch of greenery. Overnight at Kaza in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Kaza in home stays or tents.

Spend your night in Kaza in a cosy home stay or tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Kaza.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 7 Milestone

Tabo

Kaza

07:00 AM

You will spend the day at Kaza with a day trip to surrounding sights. You will visit the 1000-year old Key Monastery that features Buddhist scrolls and paintings. You will stop at the village of Langza to see the colourful Buddha statue. While ridding back to Kaza, you will also stop at the small villages of Kibber and Komic. Overnight at Kaza in home stays or tents.

Overnight at Kaza in home stays or tents.

After a spending a whole day visiting Kibber, Komic and the Langza Village, return to you twin sharing home stay or camp tent in Kaza. Today's package includes meals of breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your day visit.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 8 Milestone

Kaza

Kaza

07:00 AM

Today, you will ride to another one of Spiti's breathtaking wonders, the Chandratal Lake, a moon-shaped lake that is only open to travellers in summer. Camp under the starry skies and admire the mountain peaks of the Chandra Bhaga ranges that surround the lake. Overnight at Chandratal Lake in tents.

Overnight at Chandratal Lake in tents.

Spend your night at Chandratal Lake in cosy tent on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Chandratal Lake.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 9 Milestone

Kaza

Chandratal Lake

07:00 AM

Today, you will loop back to Manali from the campsite at Chandratal Lake. Drive through a diverse terrain of mountains, valleys, rivers and tiny villages and reach the city of Manali. Overnight at Manali in hotel rooms.

Overnight at Manali in hotel rooms.

Spend your night at Manali in cosy hotel rooms on a twin-sharing basis. Today's meal package includes breakfast and dinner. You can spend extra to have lunch at eateries along your route to Manali.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

Veg | Non Veg

Day 10 Milestone

Chandratal Lake

Manali

07:00 AM

On the last day of your Ladakh expedition, wake up late and spend the day at leisure. You can visit the marketplaces of Manali in the morning for some souvenir shopping and say farewell to the rest of the group. You will be dropped to the Kullu-Manali Airport or bus station. Your trip ends here.

Your trip ends before nightfall.

Today's package only includes breakfast before you leave for the Kullu-Airport or bus station.

Food

Breakfast

Veg | Non Veg

Day 11 Milestone

Manali

Manali

07:00 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • 500cc UCE Royal Enfield Motorcycles
  • Backup vehicle to carry luggage, fuel, spare parts and support crew/mechanic
  • Basic spare parts and tool kits
  • All required camping equipment
  • Services of an experienced road captain, mechanic, back-up rider and support crew
  • Accommodation in hotels, tents and home stays on a twin sharing basis
  • Meal package consisting of breakfast and dinner (lunch will be at additional cost)
  • Farewell party on the last day
  • Pick-up and drop at Kullu-Manali Airport or bus station
  • Photos and videos of the tour
  • Permit charges or entrance fees at sightseeing locations
  • First Aid kit (including oxygen cylinders)
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Airfare from base city to Manali
  • Damage to motorcycle or spare parts (will be recovered from your security deposit)
  • Medical or travel insurance
  • Trip extension cost in case of unforeseen circumstances (road blockages/natural crisis etc.)
  • Riding gear (facemask, riding gloves etc.)
  • Personal expenses like tips to staff, alcohol etc.
  • Any item not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Jeans or track pants
  • Riding gear (jacket, facemask, helmet etc.)
  • Riding boots/footwear
  • Windcheater
  • Sweaters or thermal wear
  • Full sleeved shirts/t-shirts
  • Night clothes
  • Woollen socks and gloves
  • Not to wear - Expensive jewellery or watches
  • Sandals or slippers
  • Suitcases or hard luggage is not allowed

What not to Wear

  • Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
  • Restrictive clothing
  • Flip-flops

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • 500cc UCE Royal Enfield Motorcycles
  • Backup vehicle to carry luggage, fuel, spare parts and support crew/mechanic
  • Basic spare parts and tool kits
  • All required camping equipment
  • First Aid kit

You need to get

  • Rucksack
  • Personal toiletries
  • Torch (with batteries)
  • Swiss knife
  • ID proof
  • Water bottle
  • Dry snacks
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen lotion

Medical Kit

  • Please carry all specific and prescribed medications.

Cancellation policy

Cancellations made more than 30 days before departure of the Spiti Valley motorcycling trip: 40% refund.

Cancellations made on or less than 30 days before departure of the Spiti Valley motorcycling trip: 20% refund.

No show: No refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting any transaction charges.

Rules on trip

Please adhere to the instructions of the road captain during the Spiti Valley motorcycling trip.

Riders will not be allowed to ride without proper apparel and protective gear.

Consumption of alcohol and narcotics is strictly prohibited during or before motorcycling.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

The tour operator is not liable for any physical injuries or loss of life during the Spiti Valley motorcycling trip.

The cost of any major damage to the motorcycle and loss/misuse of any spare parts will be deducted from the security deposit.

The refundable security deposit will be payable to the tour operator directly. Any disputes arising from this will be settled between the tour operator and the rider.

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