This Manali Spiti trip can be completed in 5 days and covers the main places of Spiti and Manali and takes you to Spiti valley crossing various passes and tough roads full of adventure. This route is only possible after May when the Rohtang pass opens.The package plan does not cover everything in Spiti Valley but touches important places so that you can make the best use of limited time. Spiti, similar to little ladakh, is known for its cold mountain desert, its snow-capped peaks and natural surroundings. This 5 days Spiti Valley trip promises a Himalayan trip of a lifetime.
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This Manali Spiti trip can be completed in 5 days and covers the main places of Spiti and Manali and takes you to Spiti valley crossing various passes and tough roads full of adventure. This route is only possible after May when the Rohtang pass opens.The package plan does not cover everything in Spiti Valley but touches important places so that you can make the best use of limited time. Spiti, similar to little ladakh, is known for its cold mountain desert, its snow-capped peaks and natural surroundings. This 5 days Spiti Valley trip promises a Himalayan trip of a lifetime.
This is full of adventure road trips for 5-days specially designed for travellers looking for experience spiti in a short period. Join this astounding tour, get introduced to a number of monasteries, towering peaks romancing the snows, national parks thriving with exotic wildlife and much more!
Spiti Overview
Spiti Valley Tours in Lahaul Spiti, the largest district of Himachal Pradesh is a unique Spiti Valley Road trip. Lahaul Spiti is a high altitude cold desert lies in the Trans Himalayan region beyond Western Himalayas in Northern India at an average altitude of around 3800 meters and kaza is known for sub-divisional headquarters, which is situated along the Spiti River. Spiti are perfect locations for nature lovers, trekkers and spectacular scenery and cinematography.
Spiti Valley consists of the oldest monasteries, (Tabo, Sherkhang and Dhankar- all around 1000 years old), highest motorable villages in Asia (Langza and Komic), Gue Mummy ( mummy is nearly 550 years old.), highest village, post office,polling station, school in the world (Hikkim, kibber etc), ancient small whitewashed mud-homes and Chandratal lake, beautiful and vast landscape declared as 1020-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The valley is open only from May - October, the weather is very pleasant and comfortable. One can enjoy the bright sunshine with a gentle breeze blowing, keeping the temperatures well within 20 degrees. This is also the blooming period when the valley is filled with greenery and vibrant flowers, which further add to the scenic beauty. The valley receives very scanty rainfall during its monsoon. The duration between November to April is when the valley is most prone to snowfall and the temperatures go well below 0 to -10 degrees . Transportation is largely affected during this period and the valley is largely blocked from the rest of the country as there is no other way of entering it. During these spells of winter, the locals have to go through great hardships and survive on stocks preserved during the summer.
Culture and Religious of Lahaul & Spiti valley :-
The languages spoken in the valley include Hindi, Bodh, and Sanskrit. They are very similar to the Ladakhi and Tibetans culturally, as they had been placed under the rule of the Guge and Ladakh kingdoms at occasional intervals. The family acts as the basic unit of kinship among the locals in Lahaul. The extended family system is commonly practiced and the family is headed by a senior male member, known as the Yunda, while his wife, known as the Yundamo, gains authority by being the oldest member in the generation.
Most locals here follow a combination of Hinduism and Tibetan Buddhism of the Drukpa Kagyu order of Tibetan Buddhism of the Gelugpa order. Lahaul has a temple by the name of Trilokinath which is devoted to Lord Shiva. Raja Ghepan is one of the major deities who is widely worshipped by almost all of Lahaul. Before people adapted to Tibetan Buddhism and Hinduism, they followed the religion ‘Lung Pe Chhoi’, which was derived from the Bön religion of Tibet.
The Losar festival (also known as Halda in the local language) is celebrated between the months of January and February every year and has the same significance as the Diwali but is celebrated in a Tibetan fashion. The date of celebration is decided by the Lamas.
The people of Lahaul and Spiti follow a mixture of Hinduism and Buddhism, with a culture that is profoundly impacted by Tibetan Buddhism. Once part of the Maharaja of Kashmir’s empire, Spiti was later exchanged for certain areas in Kangra district. Buddhism initially spread along the Spiti River, extending its influence up to Tibet. In the 10th century AD Rinchen Zangpo, the Great Translator traveled from Tibet across these lands during the rule of the Guge kings of Tibet. Under his tutelage, several important monasteries came up in Lahaul – Spiti, which still continue to follow a pure form of Tibetan Buddhism.
- Trip Duration: 05 Nights & 06 Days
- Experience Type: Group, Couple, Friends, Solo, Adventure, Road Trip
- Trip Start Point: Manali
- Trip End Point: Manali
- Trip Route: Manali - Kaza - Tabo - Pin Valley - Chandratal - Manali
- Right time to visit: Jun to Oct
- Physical Level: Short road trip in short time anyone can do it without any problem
- Places Covered: Kaza, Tabo, Dhankar Monastery, Pin Valley,Losar village, Kunzum pass, Chandratal Lake, Rohtang Pass
Day : 1- Arrival Manali - Rohtang Pass - Chhatru - Batal - Losar - Kaza
Day : 2- Kaza - Key Monastery - Kibber - Langza - Hikkim - Komic - Kaza
Day : 3- Kaza - Dhankar Village - Tabo
Day : 4- Tabo - Pin Valley - Gulling-Mudh Village
Day : 5- Pin Valley - Kaza - Losar - Kunzum La (Pass) - Chandratal
Day : 6- Chandratal - Batal - Chhatru - Rohtang La (Pass) - Manali - Drop
In Early morning, Our Driver will pick you up and start your journey toward Kaza Reach Rohtang Pass (Approx 4000 meters) for a bit of rest, sightseeing and photo opportunities. We’ll then drive towards Batal and stop there for lunch. After lunch start drive toward kaza and on the way take some halt for evening tea at lasor village (Depends upon the Time). Later on continue drive to Kaza. On Arrival at Kaza, Check-In to the Homestay and explore the local kaza market. Dinner and Overnight stay at Kaza.
Kaza,is the sub divisional headquarters of the remote Spiti Valley and known as Heart of Spiti. Kaza is a high altitude or cold desert having close similarities to the neighbouring Tibet and Ladakh regions in terms of terrain, climate and the Buddhist culture.
(Note: Please reach the meeting point as early as possible. Pickup time from Point would be 07:00 AM. Vehicle will pick all the travelers together only. As early as you depart, As early as you will arrive to your destination)
220-250 kms
- Kaza
- 08-09 hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Dinner & Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast, proceed to the famous Key Monastery and Kibber Village. The car will first stop at the base of the monastery hill for the ultimate photo opportunity of this remarkable structure. Spend some time with the monks and have experience of their life, culture, history of spiti and its traditions. Then we will move for the world's second highest villages of Asia situated at 4205 meters and 18 km from Kaza, this formerly highest permanently inhabited village in this region, is also a popular base camp to embark on adventure and treks to adjoining mountains of high altitude. The expanses of beautiful landscapes and immeasurable beauty of the snow-tipped mountains make the place a haven for nature-lovers and photographers alike. Explore the local tibetan cafe and have your lunch on your own. After lunch, we will cover the Langza, Hikkim, Komic village and come back to Kaza. Overnight stay at Kaza
Key Monastery, Founded more than a 1000 years ago by Dromton, Key Gompa Monastery located in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh. Key Monastery or Kye Gompa is an absolutely transcendent place of worship which is now officially the biggest monastery of Spiti Valley and a religious training centre for Lamas.
Kibber, is the best place for travelers in the entire Spiti Valley. Located at a dizzying altitude of 4200m above sea level, Kibber village is famous for a monastery and the Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary
Langza, is famous for its fossil hunting. Due to its close proximity to the China border, most of the population in Langza practice Tibetan Buddhism. It is an interesting place for handicraft lovers as the primary occupation of the villagers is mud craft. Vessels, ornaments, and souvenirs of all shapes and sizes are produced in this village and sold all across the country.
Hikkim, the world’s highest post office in the world. If possible, you might even meet the postmaster and hear his stories and have the experience to send postcard to your family, loved one from the nominated Post Office
Komic, is the world's highest connecting Village with the motorable road which literally translates to ‘eye of a snow cock’, is situated at a height of 4580 meters. This farming village has a population of 84 people, living in utter isolation, cut-off from the rest of the world for most parts of the year. This little hamlet ensures to bring you thousands of miles away from your familiar settings to a place of soft brown pastures and snow-white mountain peaks. Some of the common animals of the region are the Tibetan wolf, blue sheep, red fox, hare, snow cock, Himalayan griffin, rock pigeon etc.
80-100 kms
- Kaza
- 04-06 Hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Dinner & Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast proceed towards Tabo Via Dhankar. On the way, Visit Dhankar village and Gompa which is situated high above the valley. Also explore some cafes and experience the local food. After lunch, start your drive toward Tabo. Check-In to the Guest House/Homestay. In the evening, You can explore the Tabo Market and taste the local Tibetan food if time permits. Later come back for Dinner and Overnight stay at homestay
Dhankar village, is known as a fort and residence of the king of Spiti. The views from this point are mind blowing and also visit Lhalung Gompa & Local People
Tabo,is a small town in the Lahaul and Spiti district on the banks of the Spiti River in Himachal Pradesh, India. The town lies on the road between Reckong Peo and Kaza, the sub-divisional headquarters of Spiti. The town surrounds a Buddhist monastery which, according to legend, is said to be over a thousand years old.
Tabo Monastery which is more than 1000 years old and is considered one of the holiest Buddhist sites in the world. There are several caves nearby which are used by Buddhist monks for meditation in solitude
(Note: For Dhankar Lake it’s a minimum 02-03 Hrs trek for one side from Dhankar village and vehicles can’t go till dhankar lake. Vehicle will drop you at one point and from there onwards you have to do the long trek for Dhankar Lake. Please note it will be only possible if all travelers are ready for this trek and you have to move early in the morning around 5-6 AM from Kaza, Than only it’s possible. For Trek Guide [Depending upon the availability] Cost will be extra. Please also note if you opt for Trek than sightseeing would not be possible).
70-90 kms
- Tabo
- 04-05 Hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Dinner & Breakfast
Today morning after breakfast at Tabo, Drive for Pin Valley sightseeing, Visit Pin National Park, explore village life and spend some time in Kungri monastery.
Later on drive to Gulling/Mudh Village. On Arrival check-in to the Homestay. Homestays in Gulling/Mudh are limited one but the best one. In evening, You can chill out with your buddies nearby Guest house to explore more spiti if time permits. Dinner and Overnight stay at Gulling/Mudh Homestay.
Pin valley, is famous for its wildlife and National Park which includes critically endangered snow leopards, Siberian ibex, Himalayan bear and wolf covering the Mudh village.
Tabo, is a small town in the Lahaul and Spiti district on the banks of the Spiti River in Himachal Pradesh, India. The town lies on the road between Reckong Peo and Kaza, the sub-divisional headquarters of Spiti. The town surrounds a Buddhist monastery which, according to legend, is said to be over a thousand years old.
70-80 kms
- Pin Valley
- 04-05 Hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Dinner & Breakfast
Today morning, After Early Breakfast drive for Chandratal Via Kaza, the best attraction for adventure of trekking & camping experience. On the way, Visit Chicham Bridge, losar village and you can also take a tea break. Drive to chandratal enrouting kunzum pass, Take blessings from Kunzum Mata Mandir for our better welfare. By evening reach to Chandratal campsite and check-in to camps in the midst of overwhelming landscapes and do some hiking nearby at your own. Later on come back to the camp for dinner and overnight stay under the star and have an Amazing experience of Star Stargazing & Milky-way Photography shoots
Chicham Bridge is declared as the highest bridge in Asia. The incredible feat of constructing this bridge took a mind boggling 14 years, as before the construction of the bridge, the locals used a dangerous ropeway to travel. The Chicham Bridge connects Kibber with Chicham village and reduces the journey between Kibber to Losar by 40 kms.
Note: In Chandratal all camps are at the camp site and minimum 2.5-3 Kms distance from the lake - One Side and Don't forget to bring your Camera, DSLR if you have one. Otherwise You will regret it
140-160 kms
- Chandratal
- 07-08 Hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Dinner & Breakfast
This Early Morning, We will go trekking to chandratal lake and enjoy the beautiful view of the lake. Later on, come back to camps and fresh-n-up and have the breakfast. After Breakfast proceed to Manali. On the way you will be fascinated from the snow clad mountains of Rohtang Pass, Emerald Valleys and ferocious waterfalls. You can stop at Rohtang Pass and enjoy some quality time with the Group (If time Permits). In evening, we will be reaching to Manali around 5 PM and you can move to your onwards destination. You will remember this unexplored spiti trip till the lifetime with an amazing group and its beautiful memories- The Unexplored Hidden Gem of India.
(Note: Due to Rush in Rohtang Pass and bad road condition in chhatru vehicle can be stuck in traffic, So please try to move as early as possible from Chandratal. So you can reach manali easily till evening to Catch your return volvo. As this route is adventures as well as road conditions are not too good, Hence we suggest you to prefer to book last volvo from Manali).
130-150 kms
- Manali
- 07-08 Hrs
- Tempo Traveler
- Breakfast
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Kaza
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Kaza
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Tabo
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Pin Valley
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Chandratal
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Day : 1 | Nyingma Guest House / Shego Homestay / Similar | Kaza | # | Standard Room | MAP |
Day : 2 | Nyingma Guest House / Shego Homestay / Similar | Kaza | # | Standard Room | MAP |
Day : 3 | White Lotus Homestay / Sonam Guest House / Similar | Tabo | # | Standard Room | MAP |
Day : 4 | Gulling Homestay / Similar | Pin Valley | # | Homestay | MAP |
Day : 5 | UC Camp / Similar | Chandratal | # | Camp | MAP |
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