Cold Desert Road Trip (Spiti Circuit)
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June to October are indeed the best months to visit Spiti Valley. This road trip is unlike any other. Check out all the key attractions on the entire stretch of Spiti Circuit in just a week! Leave behind the routine as we mount higher on the Hindustan-Tibet road, passing through the lush greens of Shimla to get closer to the snow-clad peaks of Kinnaur. From the pretty landscape of Nako to the heavenly beauty of the moon lake. Let the wanderer in you come alive amidst the naked raw beauty of Spiti, the ‘middle land’. We have given wings to your desires to unleash the true beauty of the Himalayas in such rustic landscapes. If you are challenging enough to embark on this adventure of a lifetime, book with us today!
Highlights
-A road tripper’s paradise
-Unravel a completely new world and simpler way of life
-Uncover the mystery of a 500-year-old mummy
-Sit by crystal blue lakes and relax
-Send a postcard from the highest post office in the world
-Cross some of the highest passes in the world
Route: Shimla – Kufri – Chitkul – Kalpa – Nako – Giu – Tabo – Dhankar – Pin Valley – Kaza – Losar – Kunzum Pass – Chandratal – Chhatru – Atal Tunnel – Manal
Tour Type: Road Trip
Highest Altitude: 4,600
Total distance covered: 1000+ km (approx
Batch Size: 12-16
Day 1 - DELHI - SHIMLA (OVERNIGHT TRAVEL)
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Hotel
Dinner
- Board an overnight Volvo bus from Delhi to Shimla.
- Delhi Pick-up Point: ISBT Kashmiri Gate/ Majnu ka Tilla
- Pick-up Time: 10-11 pm (average time)
Day 2 - SHIMLA- NARKANDA- CHITKUL (250km-9hrs)
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Hotel
Breakfast, Dinner
- Begin your journey at Shimla to Sangla/Chitkul through Kufri, Theog, Narkanda, and Rampur.
- Stop for breakfast and freshen up.
- Reach Sangla/Chitkul, check in at the hotel, and engage in group bonding activities.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Rakcham.
Day 3 - CHITKUL- KALPA
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Homestay
Breakfast, Dinner
- After breakfast, visit Chitkul.
- Then, head to Kalpa for its scenic landscapes.
- Spend your leisure time in Kalpa.
- Visit Kalpa Monastery and the famous Suicide Point.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Kalpa.
Day 4 - KALPA- NAKO- GIU-TABO
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Homestay
Breakfast, Dinner
- After breakfast, continue the journey to Nako, a small village in the trans-Himalayan ranges.
- Stop at Khab, the confluence of the Sutlej and Spiti rivers.
- Explore Nako village and lake.
- Enter Spiti Valley, passing through the Sumdo check post.
- Take a detour to visit Mummy of Giu.
- Reach Tabo village and stay overnight.
Day 5 - TABO- DHANKAR- PIN VALLEY- KAZA
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Homestay
Breakfast, Dinner
- Morning breakfast, then head to Tabo Monastery.
- Visit Dhankar Monastery for a stunning view of the Spiti and Pin River confluence.
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Pin Valley.
- Reach Kaza for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6 - KAZA- HIKKIM- KOMIC- LANGZA- KEY- KAZA
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Tents
Breakfast, Dinner
- After breakfast, we travel towards Hikkim, home to the world's highest post office.
- Move to Komic village, one of the highest motorable villages.
- Visit Langza, known for fossils and the Buddha statue.
- Visit Key Monastery.
- Return to Kaza for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7 - KAZA- KIBBER- CHICHAM- KUNZUM PASS- CHANDRATAL
Private Vehicle (Tempo Traveller/Innova)
Breakfast
- We start tracing our steps towards Chandratal via Losar.
- Enroute we visit Kibber and Chicham bridge.
- Reach Chandratal and hike to visit the Lake.
- Later check in to the Campsite near Chandratal Lake, and overnight stay in the tents under the gaze of a million stars and the Milky Way Galaxy.
Day 8 - CHANDRATAL- CHHATRU- ATAL TUNNEL- MANALI
- Begin the journey to Manali via Chatru, Atal Tunnel, and Solang.
- Pass through stunning landscapes.
- Reach Manali by evening.
- Board the Volvo bus back to Delhi.
Day 9 - DELHI ARRIVAL
- Arrive in Delhi early in the morning (6-10 am).
- The trip ends with good memories.
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Inclusions
- Accommodation in Hotel/Homestay/Camps (6 nights)
- Delhi to Shimla/Manali to Delhi by overnight Volvo bus
- Transportation from Shimla to Manali in Tempo Traveller or Innova.
- MAP meal plan (6 Breakfast and 6 Dinner)
- Experienced Local Driver and Tour Captain
- First-aid kit/Oxygen Cylinder
- Tax and Permits
Exclusions
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusion list.
- Meals during Transportation (Lunch)
- Monument Fees
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Expenses raised due to any road blockage or natural calamity. (The itinerary is subject to change and is flexible due to any circumstances which are not in our control)
Things to carry
- Inner Thermals
- Down Jacket
- 2x Trek Pants/Jeans
- A fleece jacket or windcheater jacket or windproof jacket to prevent the winds (must-have)
- A good sturdy pair of shoes
- A 50-65 L backpack (Do not carry suitcases or trolley bags please)
- Woollen socks
- Heavy woolens 2-3 sets (Sweatshirts/Fleece/pullovers/warm hoodie)
- Carry a cap and Sunscreen Lotion to protect yourself from direct sunlight as it is too harsh in this region to protect yourself from UV rays
- Sunglasses to protect your eyes from the hard sun
- Hand gloves are a must-have from October to June
- Wollen Cap (must-have)
- Lip balm
- Carry your own water bottle and refill it
- Powerbank
- Camera Bag if you use DSLR/GoPro
- Any personal medicine for allergies/Medical conditions
- Spare contact lenses or glasses
- Towel especially lightweight quick-dry type
- Reading materials, Games, Cards. (Optional)
- Bsnl/Jio Simcard
- Identification proof like Passport, Driving license, Aadhar card etc.
HOW TO REACH
Delhi to Shimla transfer in comfortable Volvo bus on the night of Day 1 for those travelers who want to opt from Delhi
1) Delhi Pick-up Point: ISBT Kashmiri Gate/ Majnu ka Till
Pick-up Time: 10-11 pm (average time
2) Shimla Pick-up Point: ISBT Shimla/Victory Tunnel/Lakkar Bazaar Bus Stan
Pickup Time: 7-8 am (average time)
Policy and more
- Cancellation of booking of tour 31 days or more before the date of Departure will result in a 20% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
- Cancellation of booking of tour 21-30 days before the date of Departure will result in a 40% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
- Cancellation of booking of tour 11-20 days before the date of Departure will result in a 60% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
- Cancellation of booking of tour 6-10 days before the date of Departure will result in an 80% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
- Cancellation of booking of tour 1-5 days before the date of Departure will result in a 100% deduction from the total cost of the tour.
Terms and Conditions
- You need to pay 50% of the total cost of the trip to confirm your booking.
- The remaining amount has to be paid on the arrival day of commencement of the trip.
- We strictly follow the refund policy.
- Do not litter anywhere during your travel time.
- Respect local culture and customs.
- We provide sanitized Transportation, follow Covid norms and provide a hygienic stay. Please ensure to bring sanitizers and masks along.
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