Spiti Valley Road Trip (Ex-Delhi)

On this 10-day Spiti Valley road trip, explore the surreal, scenic beauty of Spiti's barren landscapes and high mountains. You'll visit the 1,000-year old monastery at Key and stroll through one of the world's highest inhabited villages at Komic. Explore the bustling town of Kaza, the largest city in the valley, and visit Langza, where fossils are often uncovered by travellers. Send a postcard from the world's highest post office at Hikkim and spend a night under the Milky Way at Chandratal. You'll travel in a trusty Tempo Traveller and ride through the cold and desolate mountains, going as high as 15,000 feet.

Destination

The Spiti Valley lies at the intersection of India and Tibet, and offers some of the best mountain views in the entire world. The barren mountains and the cold arid landscape of Spiti, in stark contrast to Manali's lush forests and meadows, is truly a heavenly sight. The valley is enclosed by towering snow-capped mountains that are home to some of the highest villages and roads in the world, such as like the villages of Komic or Hikkim and the roads at Rohtang-La and Kunzum-La.

Destination highlights

Travel over high-altitude mountain passes like Rohtang and Kumzum-La. | Sleep in remote villages tucked away in Spiti Valley. | Get awe-inspiring photos of Spiti's barren and brown landscape. | Spend a night at the famous, crescent-shaped Chandratal Lake.

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1 Instructor for every 4 Participants

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14 and above years

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Yes

Vidhan Sabha Metro Station, New Delhi

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Vidhan Sabha Metro Station, New Delhi

Volvo or similar vehicle

Delhi

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18:30

09:30

You will be picked up from the Vidhan Sabha metro station at 18:30 hrs in a Volvo and settle in for the long drive to Aur. Overnight in transit.

Overnight in transit.

You will begin your overnight journey from Delhi to Aut in the evening. No meals will be provided today, so make sure to have dinner before reporting to the pick-up point. You'll spend the night travelling in a Volvo bus.

Food

No meals are included today

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Day 1 Milestone

Delhi

Delhi

18:30 PM

You will arrive in Aut by morning, depart for Gushaini and check-in to the hotel. Have a hearty breakfast and freshen up before you head to explore the Choie waterfall. 

Overnight in a hotel at Gushaini.

You will reach the Gushaini in the morning. Breakfast will be served once you check in at the hotel. You will then head out to explore Choie Waterfall.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 2 Milestone

Aut

Gushaini

07:00 AM

Today, you will begin your drive to Chitkul, the last village before the Chinese border. Experience the lush landscape of Kinnaur Valley during your drive along the banks of the Satluj River. Overnight in camps.

Overnight in camps in Chitkul

Today, you will begin your drive to Chitkul, the last village before the Chinese border. Experience the lush landscape of Kinnaur Valley during your drive along the banks of the Satluj River. Overnight in camps.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 3 Milestone

Gushaini

Chitkul

07:00 AM

Wake up early to experience the gorgeous sun rise before you send the day exploring the village of Chitkul. You will depart for Kalpa by noon and reach by evening and check-in to the hotel. 

Overnight in a hotel or tents at Kalpa.

Every day, you'll stop at a restaurant or eatery at any of the destinations you're visiting to have lunch at your own expense.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 4 Milestone

Chitkul

Kalpa

07:00 AM

After an early breakfast you will depart for Kaza and enter the Spiti Valley via the Sumdo Border. Visit the Nako Tabo villages en route to Kaza. You will reach Kaza by the evening and check-in to the campsite where you will served a piping hot dinner.

Overnight in a campsite at Kaza.

After an early breakfast you will depart for Kaza and enter the Spiti Valley via the Sumdo Border. Visit the Nako Tabo villages en route to Kaza. You will reach Kaza by the evening and check-in to the campsite where you will served a piping hot dinner.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 5 Milestone

Kalza

Kaza

07:00 AM

Travel to some of the highest inhabited villages of the world. Beginning with Komic, a small village that is the highest inhabited village of Asia, you'll also visit Hikkim, home to the highest post office in the world. You'll end the day at Langza, known as the fossil village of India due to the abundance of tiny fossils around the village. Return back to Kaza by evening. Overnight at campsite in Kaza.

Overnight at campsite in Kaza.

Travel to some of the highest inhabited villages of the world. Beginning with Komic, a small village that is the highest inhabited village of Asia, you'll also visit Hikkim, home to the highest post office in the world. You'll end the day at Langza, known as the fossil village of India due to the abundance of tiny fossils around the village. Return back to Kaza by evening. Overnight at campsite in Kaza.

Food

Breakfast | Dinner

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Day 6 Milestone

Kaza

Kaza

07:00 AM

Today you will be driving to a Spiti wonder, the Chandratal Lake! En route you will visit the hightest bridge in Asia at Chicham village, before heading to Losar for lunch. Crossing Kunzum La Pass you will arrive at your campsite near the lake by evening. You'll visit the moon-shaped Chandratal lake for some time, before returning to your campsite for dinner and some star gazing. Overnight in campsite.

Overnight in camps near Chandratal Lake.

Today you will be driving to a Spiti wonder, the Chandratal Lake! En route you will visit the hightest bridge in Asia at Chicham village, before heading to Losar for lunch. Crossing Kunzum La Pass you will arrive at your campsite near the lake by evening. You'll visit the moon-shaped Chandratal lake for some time, before returning to your campsite for dinner and some star gazing. Overnight in campsite.

Food

Breakfast

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Day 7 Milestone

Kaza

Chandratal Lake

07:00 AM

Wake up early for a hearty breakfast by the Lake before you begin your return trip to Manali. You will reach Manali by evening, and after checking in to your hotel you can partake in the famous Manali cafe crawl. 

Your trip ends by morning.

Wake up early for a hearty breakfast by the Lake before you begin your return trip to Manali. You will reach Manali by evening, and after checking in to your hotel you can partake in the famous Manali cafe crawl. 

Food

Breakfast

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Day 8 Milestone

Chandratal Lake

Manali

07:00 AM

Wake up early simply to enjoy the gorgeous Manali sunrise along with a hot cup of tea. Spend the day exploring this popular hill town before you depart for Delhi in the evening. Must see places include the Mall Road, Hadimba Devi Temple and Old Manali Street. Overnight on the Volvo.

Food

Breakfast

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Day 9 Milestone

Manali

05:30 AM

You will arrive in Delhi in the morning with amazing memories of Spiti.

You will arrive in Delhi in the morning with amazing memories of Spiti.

Food

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Day 10 Milestone

Delhi

05:30 AM

Includes / Excludes

Includes

  • Travel arrangements, as per itinerary, in a Volvo or similar vehicle
  • Volvo tickets for transport between Delhi and Manali
  • Accommodation for 8 nights in a hotel, hostels or camps on a triple-sharing basis
  • A total of 13 meals – 2 Meal on Day 1 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 1 Meal on Day 2 (Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 3 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 4 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 5 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meal on Day 6 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 1 Meal on Day 7 (Breakfast) + 1 Meal on Day 8 (Breakfast)
  • Services of experienced tour guide and support staff
  • All government permits and charges
  • First aid kit (including an oxygen cylinder)
  • All applicable taxes

Excludes

  • Travel arrangements between your home city and Delhi
  • Lunch, throughout the trip
  • Entry fees, video/photography charges at sightseeing locations
  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, road blocks etc.
  • Personal expenses such as additional meals and beverages etc.
  • Anything not mentioned in inclusions

What to Wear

What to Wear

  • Full-sleeved t-shirts/shirts
  • Full-length jeans/track pants
  • Fleece jacket
  • Trekking/sports shoes
  • Sweater and thermal innerwear
  • Raincoat or poncho
  • Woollen gloves and socks
  • Monkey cap or muffler
  • Not to wear - Expensive gadgets or jewellery
  • Hard luggage like suitcases, trolley bags etc.

What not to Wear

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

Equipment / Gear

We Provide

  • Volvo for transport between Delhi and Manali
  • Tempo Traveller or similar vehicle for transport, as per itinerary

You need to get

  • Backpack
  • Govt-issued ID card
  • Towel and napkins
  • Camera (with batteries)
  • Sunscreen lotion or moisturizing cream
  • Toilet paper
  • Personal toiletries
  • Dry snacks (granola bars, biscuits etc.)

Medical Kit

  • Please carry any prescribed medication and a personal first-aid kit.

Cancellation policy

For cancellations made more than 30 days before departure of the Spiti Valley road trip: 50% refund.

For cancellations made 15-30 days before departure of the Spiti Valley road trip: 25% refund.

For cancellations made less than 15 days before departure of the Spiti Valley road trip: no refund.

In case of no show: no refund.

All refunds will be processed after deducting a transaction fee of INR 200 per person. This fee is charged by The Great Next.

Rules on trip

Travellers are required to follow instructions of the tour guide during the road trip.

Travellers are requested to treat the local culture with respect and avoid littering, defacing property and monuments and causing general disturbance.

Consumption of drugs is strictly prohibited during the road trip to Spiti Valley.

Travellers are required to carry a driver's license and a valid government-issued photo ID.

Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions

Travellers are requested to report at the pick-up point in Delhi by 18:30 hrs. Delay in arriving at the pick-up point may lead to missing the departure.

The car's AC will be switched off during unsuitable road conditions, uphill travel on mountainous roads and waiting time.

This road trip to Spiti Valley takes travellers to destinations at altitudes from 9,000 ft to 14,500 ft, with low cellular connectivity and limited access to services.

The tour operator takes utmost care to ensure safety of the travellers and shall not be held responsible for any mishap or accident during the road trip to Spiti Valley.

The tour operator reserves the right to change or cancel the itinerary of this trip due to bad weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances to ensure maximum safety of travellers and staff.

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