Quick Info:
- Route: Chandigarh - Narkanda - Chitkul - Kalpa - Kaza - Komic - Langza - Hikkim - Chandra Tal - Manali
- Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
- Start Point: Chandigarh
- End Point: Manali
About the Activity:
- Surely the Gods ought to stay right here, that is no area for men'' a journey to Spiti will make you apprehend why Rudyard Kipling stated the above quote. Drive via the enduring excessive passes at the tough roads with unnumbered waterfalls winding, NatureΓÇÖs surprise may be finely defined via this Spiti valley street journey.
- Breathe in the sparkling air as you take a seat at the remoted slopes of the remaining village - 'Chitkul' at the same time as you soak inside the awesome landscapes surrounding you. Be the first in your institution to fill up your car at the sector's most powerful petrol station in Kaza. Capture an Instagram-worthy moment as you relax in silence with a panoramic view of the Kinnaur Kailash peaks, which are tall enough to leave the world underneath and enter the realm of dreams.
Universal Adventures Recommended:
- Explore World's Highest Village, Komic Uniquely through Yak Ride
- Relax with Sip of Sea buckthorn tea at Cafe Sol, Kaza
- Enjoy mouthing Watering Vegetable Maggie at Hindustan ka Akhri Dhaba, Chitkul
- At Gue Monastery, tell interesting stories of a 500-year-old Self-Mummified Monk.
- On the Kaza Market, get unique items like Merino Wool and Grass Slippers and send postcards to loved ones from the industry's largest post office in Hikkim.
- In a slow-motion film, capture your friend's changing faces as he walks across a fully unsteady bridge that spans the raging Spiti river.
How to Reach:
- By Air: Traveling to Spiti by air is the most convenient option. Chandigarh International Airport is the closest airport, with regular flights throughout the country.
- By Road: The next great opportunity is Shimla, which is well connected with taxes and buses from Delhi, Chandigarh, and the rest of Himachal Pradesh.
- By Rail: The Kalka Railway Station and Chandigarh Railway Station, which are the closest large gauge railway stations to Shimla, are another option.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Chandigarh and continue for Narkanda | The Apple Capital of India
- Arrive in Chandigarh and proceed to the pre-arranged meeting location, where a consultant will assist you with simple transports to the resort.
- Start early to beat the crowds out of Chandigarh and onto the Himalayan Expressway, which will take you closer to the Himalayas.
- On the way, you'll travel via Chail, a hill village in the lower Himalayan range known for its beautiful flower orchards.
- After a quick lunch break, you can make your way closer to Narkanda, well known as Himachal Pradesh's fruit bowl.
- The roadside is lined with apple and cherry trees, while the big Deodhar fir trees emit a sweet perfume all around.
- Finish the day by visiting the resort in Narkanda.
Day 2: Narkanda to Chitkul | The Last Inhabited Village on the Indo-Tibetan Border
- Get up early in the morning to witness one of the most breathtaking sunrises.
- After a delectable breakfast, you may depart for one of Kinnaur Valley's most breathtaking views.
- Travel down the Sutlej river until you reach Karcham, where you can turn around and follow the Baspa river closer to Chitkul.
- Chitkul is the last inhabited settlement before the Indo-China border, and it's also where you can get a delicious lunch at the famed 'Hindustan ka Akhri Dhaba.'
- In Chitkul, stay at a resort/homestay for the night and dinner.
Day 3: Chitkul to Kalpa | Spot the Sacred Shivling Rock Atop the Kailash Mountain
- You may depart for Kalpa after a hearty breakfast.
- You might use it again closer to Karcham, from which you could travel farther into the valley to Powari.
- Take a left at Powari to travel to ReoKong Peo, the district's capital, from where you can continue to Kalpa.
- Spend the night in the beautiful Kalpa village, which looks out over the Kinnaur Kailash mountains.
- Overnight stay at a Kalpa camp or homestay.
Day 4 : Kalpa to Kaza | Explore the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas' at Tabo
- You may be departing for Kaza after early morning breakfast, going through the breathtaking Spiti Valley.
- You could use the Indo-Tiber Highway and bypass the Khab bridge, which marks the confluence of the Spiti and Satluj Rivers, on your journey there.
- Take a quick excursion to Nako Lake for lunch, and you might be in the Spiti Valley proper as soon as you pass through Sumdo.
- Take a detour at the proper via the gate three kilometers after Sumdo to visit the 500-Year-Old Mummy within the Gue Village.
- You'll then make your way closer to Kaza, where you could spend the night in a resort.
Day 5: Sightseeing in Kaza | Walk the Artistically Painted Rooms at Key Monastery
- Exit after an early morning breakfast to enjoy Kaza's breathtaking beauty.
- Visit the tourist attractions, including the Key Gompa Monastery, which is set among the mountains in a bowl-shaped valley near the little village of Langza in the Spiti valley.
- Langza is located at an elevation of around 14,500 feet above sea level and is also considered to be one of the largest communities within the world with a motorable street, with Komic Village being the best village.
- Hikkim is a village in the Spiti district near Kaza, and it is one of India's most year-round populated settlements.
- Return to your Kaza resort for a single day after touring the beautiful villages of Langza, Hikkim, and Komik.
Day 6: Kaza to Chandratal Lake through Kunzum La | Explore Glistening Lake that Changes Colours Throughout the Day
- After breakfast, you can make your way closer to the next destination, the gorgeous crescent-shaped Chandratal Lake.
- After crossing over Kunzum La, you can take a right before Baltal to reach Chandratal Lake.
- The beauty of this location is breathtaking, and you'll leave from the back of the automobile and walk for two kilometers to reach the lake.
- Because of its crescent form, the lake is also known as the "Moon Lake" and is located within the Spiti district of the Lahaul and Spiti area.
- Mountains on one side and a cirque on the other prevent it from being seen. The lake sparkles beneath the starlit sky after dusk, retaining its usual allure.
- Enjoy supper and spend a single day at one of the Chandratal camps.
Day 7:Chandratal Lake to Manali through Rohtang | Witness Spellbinding Views of Geypan Peaks
- You may be forced closer to Manali today when you leave the back of the Spiti Valley.
- You will pass via the Rohtang Pass on your journey to Manali and arrive in the evening.
- This is the last day of your unforgettable Spiti Valley adventure.