Spiti Valley
Conquer cold desert roads to monasteries in the clouds.
Overview
Spiti Valley, a breathtaking high-altitude cold desert in Himachal Pradesh famed for its moon-like terrain, ancient monasteries, and pristine alpine lakes.
Trip Highlights
Kinnaur approach through Kalpa and Nako
Tabo and Dhankar monasteries
Key monastery, Kibber and the high villages
Kunzum Pass and Chandratal when open
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Chandigarh to Shimla
Drive distance: 120 km.Highlights: Scenic drive from the plains into the lower Shivalik hills. Evening leisure walk on Shimla's Mall Road.Stay: Shimla
Day 2: Shimla to Kalpa
Drive distance: 240 km. Highlights: Gradual altitude gain begins. Pass through Narkanda and witness views of the Kinner Kailash,peaks from Kalpa. •Stay: Kalpa.
Day 3: Kalpa to Tabo
Drive distance: 160 km. Cross into the cold desert landscape of Spiti. Visit the Nako Lake and Nako Monastery en route. • Stay: Tabo
Day 4: Tabo to Kaza
• Drive distance: 50 km • Highlights: Explore the 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery. Visit the cliffside Dhankar Monastery and its old fort on the way to Kaza. • Stay: Kaza
Day 5: Kaza Local Sightseeing (High Altitude Villages)
Visit the iconic Key Monastery. Drive to Langza (fossil village), Hikkim (world's highest post office), and Komic (highest village connected by a motorable road). • Stay: Kaza
Day 6: Kaza to Chandratal Lake
Drive distance: 90 km.Drive via the high-altitude Kunzum Pass. Afternoon trek or walk to the crescent-shaped Chandratal Lake. • Stay: Swiss Camps near Chandrata
Day 7: Chandratal to Manali
Drive distance: 125 km.Drive through the Atal Tunnel and Batal. Experience the rugged terrain giving way to the lush green Kullu Valley. • Stay: Manal
Day 8: Manali to Chandigarh Departure
• Drive distance: 310 km. Morning departure from Manali down to Chandigarh for your onward journey home.
What’s Included
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Dates & Pricing
Starting from ₹40,000 per person. Departure dates are arranged around you — tell us when you want to go and we will send a quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can the full Spiti circuit be done?
While Kunzum Pass is open, usually from about June to October. Outside that window Spiti is reached and left by the Kinnaur road.
Is altitude sickness a risk?
Yes. Kaza is at about 3,700 m. Entering through Kinnaur lets you gain height gradually; drink water, avoid alcohol at first and descend if symptoms worsen.
Do I need a permit?
Indian citizens need only a photo ID. Foreign nationals need a permit for the stretch between Kinnaur and Spiti.
Can this trip be customised?
Yes. Tell us your dates, pace and interests through Plan My Trip and we will adapt the plan and send a written quote.
What is included in the price?
Inclusions depend on the vehicle and stays you choose. They are listed in full in your written quote before you confirm anything.
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