India · Village Tours

8-Day Spiti Valley Road Trip with Kinnaur and Chandratal

8 Days Round trip from Spiti Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Scenic Baspa River and rugged Kinnaur terrain
02 Chitkul's clean air and Indo-Tibetan border views
03 Kinner Kailash views from Kalpa
04 Ancient Tabo Monastery, the "Ajanta of the Himalayas"
05 Dhankar Monastery's cliff-top views
06 Pin Valley's unique landscapes
07 Kaza's high-altitude villages and Key Monastery
08 Asia's highest suspension bridge at Chicham

A typical Spiti Valley tour from Shimla is a 6 to 8-day road trip along the Hindustan-Tibet Highway, designed for gradual altitude acclimatization. The journey is renowned for its dramatic shift from the lush green Kinnaur Valley to the barren, high-altitude cold desert of Spiti.

The journey is renowned for its dramatic shift from the lush green Kinnaur Valley to the barren, high-altitude cold desert of Spiti.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Chandigarh, Shimla, Manali, Kaza, Spiti Valley, Kinnaur

Languages English, Hindi, Punjabi

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chandigarh to Shimla and Mall Road Exploration

Arrive in Chandigarh and proceed towards Shimla.
Check in to your hotel and spend the evening exploring Mall Road.

Overnight stay in Shimla.

Day 02

Shimla to Sarahan and Bhimakali Temple Visit

Head towards Sarahan, known for the Bhimakali Temple.
Visit the temple and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Overnight stay in Sarahan.

Day 03

Sarahan to Sangla through Kinnaur Valley

Drive to Sangla in the Kinnaur Valley.
Explore the beautiful Sangla Valley and visit Kamru Fort.

Overnight stay in Sangla.

Day 04

Sangla to Kalpa with Kinner Kailash Views

Proceed to Kalpa and visit the ancient Kalpa Fort.
Enjoy panoramic views of the Kinner Kailash range.

Overnight stay in Kalpa.

Day 05

Kalpa to Tabo and Monastery Exploration

Drive to Tabo, home to ancient monasteries and cave paintings.
Explore the Tabo Monastery and surrounding areas.

Overnight stay in Tabo.

Day 06

Tabo to Kaza via Key Monastery and Kibber

Head to Kaza, the largest town in Spiti Valley.
Visit Key Monastery and Kibber Village, and enjoy the breathtaking landscapes.

Overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 07

Kaza to Chandratal Lake for High-Altitude Camping

Travel to Chandratal Lake, a high-altitude lake with stunning views.
Spend time at the lake, surrounded by snow-capped peaks.

Overnight camping near Chandratal Lake.

Day 08

Chandratal Lake to Manali via Rohtang Pass

Drive to Manali, passing through the scenic Rohtang Pass.
Explore Manali and its attractions.
Conclude your Spiti Valley tour in Manali.

Where this trip takes you

Kinner Kailash views, Tabo Monastery cliff-top, Chandratal Lake high-altitude waters, Sangla Valley

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Spiti 6 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation (Shimla to Shimla)
Accommodation (shared/private rooms)
Meals (breakfast and dinner)
Permits for restricted areas
Sightseeing as per itinerary
Driver's expenses and parking fees

What's Not Included

Lunch, snacks, and personal expenses
Any additional activities or sightseeing
Vehicle costs if deviating from the itinerary

What to bring

Warm clothes (it gets cold, especially in Spiti)
Comfortable trekking shoes
Sunglasses, sunscreen, and lip balm
Water bottle and personal medications
Power bank and camera
Permits and ID proof

Know before you go

Altitude: Spiti is high (Kaza: 3,600 m); acclimatize.
Weather: Cold nights and mild days (May-Oct); snow is possible.
Roads: High-altitude roads can be rough.
Permits: Inner Line Permits are required for Spiti; arrange them in Shimla/Kaza.
Local culture: Respect local customs and monasteries.

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