Spiti Valley · 7 Nights / 8 Days
The classic circuit up through Kinnaur for gradual acclimatisation and out over Kunzum La to Manali.
By starting in Shimla and rising through Sarahan, Sangla and Kalpa, you gain altitude gradually. Two nights in Kaza give time for the high villages before you leave via Kunzum La and Chandratal country to Manali.
It works in the main summer window, roughly mid-June to late September, when the Manali road is open.
Sample itinerary. These are sample itineraries, designed as relaxed tour options. For a customised, detailed and personalised itinerary built around your dates, interests and pace, please contact us. Plan your journey or call +91 97755 97771.
Arrive Shimla and drive to Sarahan (around five to six hours), visiting the Bhimakali temple in the evening. Overnight at around 2,000 metres.
Drive into the Baspa Valley (around four hours). Walk through apple orchards and village paths in the afternoon.
Visit Chitkul, a high village near the border, then drive to Kalpa for views of the Kinner Kailash range.
Via Nako and its lake into Spiti (around six to seven hours). Visit Tabo monastery if time allows.
Drive via Dhankar monastery to Kaza (around four hours with stops). Rest in the afternoon at around 3,800 metres.
Visit Key, Kibber and Chicham bridge, then Langza and Hikkim if you feel well. Keep an easy pace.
A long drive (around nine to ten hours) over Kunzum La, passing the Chandratal turn-off and the Atal Tunnel, subject to road conditions.
Transfer to Bhuntar airport or onward to Chandigarh or Delhi.
Suited to roughly mid-June to late September, when both the Kinnaur and Manali approaches are generally open. Conditions vary each year.
Kaza is around 3,800 metres, villages higher. We ascend gradually and keep rest in the plan. Consult your doctor beforehand.
Landslides, river crossings and rough surfaces are common. Long drive days can run late and we keep buffers.
ATMs, mobile coverage and fuel are limited beyond Kaza. Carry cash, medication and warm clothing.
This is a sample itinerary, not a fixed departure. Sequence, stays and activities are confirmed when we plan your journey, subject to availability, season, permits and local conditions.
Spiti Valley · 5 Nights / 6 Days
A short taste of Spiti: up from Manali over Kunzum La, two nights in Kaza and out through Kinnaur.
Suits: Travellers short on time who still want to see Spiti, and who accept some very long driving days.
Spiti Valley · 9 Nights / 10 Days
Kinnaur, Spiti and Chandratal with three nights in Kaza to include Pin Valley and the highest villages.
Suits: Fit, adaptable travellers who love remote landscapes and accept basic camp and homestay comfort.
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