Adventurous Spiti Valley Itinerary – 8D/7N
Overview
Traverse remote Himalayan valleys from Shimla to Manali over 8 days. Hike river trails, explore ancient monasteries, camp by glacier lakes, and witness rugged high-altitude deserts.
Highlights
- Chitkul & Kamru Fort
- Sunset at Suicide Point
- Nako Lake & monastery
- Tabo Monastery caves
- Dhankar Monastery & lake trek
- Pin Valley wildlife
- Key & Kibber monasteries
- Chicham Bridge & Hikkim post office
- Langza cliff views
- Camping by Chandratal
Itinerary
Day 1: Shimla → Sangla/Chitkul
8–9 hr drive along the Sutlej. Visit Kamru Fort & Chitkul (India’s last village). Short Baspa River hike. Overnight in Sangla/Chitkul.
Day 2: Sangla → Kalpa
Drive to Kalpa (3 hr). Visit Suicide Point & Roghi Village. Mt. Kinnaur Kailash sunset views. Optional forest hike or biking. Overnight in Kalpa.
Day 3: Kalpa → Nako → Tabo
8 hr drive into Spiti. Stop at Nako Lake & ancient monastery. Descend to Tabo; visit 1,000+ yr-old Tabo Monastery & caves. Overnight in Tabo.
Day 4: Tabo → Dhankar → Pin Valley → Kaza
Visit cliff-perched Dhankar Monastery. 2–3 hr trek to Dhankar Lake. Detour to Pin Valley for wildlife spotting. Overnight in Kaza.
Day 5: Kaza → Key → Kibber → Chicham → Hikkim → Langza
Key Monastery visit. Kibber Village & ibex hikes. Chicham Bridge (Asia’s highest). Hikkim post office & Komic village. Sunset at Langza cliffs. Overnight in Kaza.
Day 6: Kaza → Chandratal
Drive via Kunzum Pass to Chandratal Lake (14,000 ft). Camp by the moon-shaped lake. Short hike around the lake. Overnight at Chandratal.
Day 7: Chandratal → Manali
Scenic drive via Atal Tunnel or Rohtang. Check-in at Manali hotel. Evening café hopping in Old Manali. Overnight in Manali.
Day 8: Departure from Manali
Breakfast & checkout. Transfer to Chandigarh/Delhi. End of adventure.
Trip Details
- Accommodation & camping
- Daily breakfast & trek meals
- All transfers & drives
- Guided trekking & entry fees
- Camping gear & permits
What Travelers Say
Real experiences from our amazing travelers
"Absolutely incredible experience! The itinerary was perfectly planned and every moment was magical. Our guide was knowledgeable and the accommodations exceeded expectations."
Sarah Johnson
New York, USA
"This trip changed my perspective on travel. Every detail was taken care of, and the local experiences were authentic and memorable. Highly recommended!"
Raj Patel
Mumbai, India
"Beautiful destinations and well-organized tour. The food experiences were a highlight, and the group was fantastic. Would definitely book again!"
Emma Chen
Singapore
"Outstanding service from start to finish. The team went above and beyond to make our honeymoon perfect. Every detail was thoughtfully planned."
Michael Rodriguez
Barcelona, Spain
"An unforgettable family vacation! The kids loved every activity, and we adults were equally entertained. Perfect balance of adventure and relaxation."
Priya Sharma
Delhi, India
FAQs
Mid-June to September.
Moderate; some high-altitude sections.
Around 14,000 ft at Chandratal and Kunzum.