Escape to the vast and expansive landscape where historic Buddhist Sanctuaries meet lofty snow-capped peaks that transcend you to the most wonderful journey of your life. The scintillating and enthralling odyssey into the lap of Himalayas is immersed with tranquility and sublime magnificence.
What is stopping you from embarking on a thrilling Spiti Road Trip where you challenge yourself to the rough terrains of the Valley. Here is the ultimate Spiti Valley Travel Guide that gives you the best of this Himachal wonder!
Best Time To Visit
For the perfect Spiti Road Trip you should plan your trip to Spiti Valley from June to October. The weather is favourable with temperatures ranging from 5℃ to 10℃.
How To Reach
Spiti Valley is accessible via two routes namely- Manali to Kaza Route (Seasonal from June to October) which is approximately 175 km long and Shimla Route (Open All-Year Round) is around 422 km.
You can take either of those routes in your Spiti Valley Trip Package.
Ideal Spiti Valley Itinerary
For first time adventurers planning a Spiti Valley Tour, it is recommended to go through our Spiti Valley Travel guide for understanding the terrain a little better, and for the best experience reserve Go4Explore’s Spiti Valley Package that takes you through majestic landscapes.
Your Spiti Road Trip commences either from Manali to Shimla. From Manali, your journey is only 175 km long which can take you anywhere between 5-7 hours. The Manali to Kaza route includes:
Manali → Rohtang Pass → Kunzum Pass → Kaza (Spiti Valley)
If you are taking the Shimla Route which is open all year. Your route and Day-to-Day itinerary will look something like this:
Shimla → Reckong Peo → Nako → Tabo → Kaza (Spiti Valley)
It may take you approximately 2 days of travel to reach Spiti Valley if you take the Shimla to Kaza route.
- DAY 3- Just as you cross Kalpa and arrive at Nako, your journey to Spiti truly begins! Drive through lofty peaks and picturesque landscapes of Nako Lake. Do not forget to stop at Tabo to discover the secrets of Tabo Monastery, one of India’s oldest monasteries. Walk through cave dwellings, a site where Buddhist monks once meditated in isolation.
- DAY 4- Head to Dhankar monastery and Dig up for ancient fossils in the villages of Langza and Hikkim. Dhankar literally translates to “Fort on a Cliff”, and it is situated at an elevation of 12,774 feet. The distance between Dhankar Monastery and Hikkim and Langza is approximately 49 km, offers a smooth and convenient commute, allowing travelers to seamlessly explore both destinations within a single day.
The antiquity of these quiet hamlets give you the perfect opportunity to uncover monumental souvenirs from your Spiti Tour Package.
- DAY 5- Unveil the sublime sanctity of Key Monastery and capture the majestic architecture of the Gompa set against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains. After that, your Spiti Valley Itinerary brings you to Kibber, the highest motorable village in the world. You can spot various snow-dwelling animals here. After that, venture to the Chicham bridge, one of the highest suspension bridges in Asia and capture beautiful shots of your Spiti Road Trip.
- DAY 6- Head to the Kunzum Pass to arrive at the last leg of your journey: Chandratal! A pristine azure lake that is situated at an elevation of 14,100 ft above sea level. Immerse yourself in the serenity and high level adventures at Chandratal. Hike up to the highs of this crescent-shaped lake, set up a camp, gaze at the sky shimmering like a jewel and complete your Spiti Valley Road Trip Itinerary like a champ!
- DAY 7- Wander through the colorful markets of Kaza and prepare to depart, having made unforgettable memories you will cherish for a lifetime!
Final Remarks
Don’t just count the kilometres, let the countless kilometres transcend you through a journey of lifetime in this majestic landscape where raw beauty meets rich Buddhist culture.
