Himachal,India
Duration
9 Days
Type
Domestic
Group Size
20
Languages
English
This summer, shed all your fears and set out for the most amazing road trip of your life! Well, yeah – no kidding, but the Spiti Roadtrip is surely not a joke! You gotta have some courage to put on your warmest clothes and hit the trails that are covered in snow, spend days in quaint valleys, stay disconnected from the rest of the world and listen to your own heartbeats (at times!). If all of it is already giving you goosebumps, then Tripsdoc is all set to take you on the trip of your life! The summer adds to Spiti an added dose of mysticism. The pristine white landscape forms a mantle of purity that leaves you with a blank canvas and challenges you to absorb what lies beneath. Spiti is not only mesmerising but a different “trip” altogether. We call out all nature, adventure, travel, and photography enthusiasts to experience the unexplored and hidden Spiti culture. Drive through the rolling Spiti with us and witness the beauty and the struggle to survive it! Join us on this inward journey, as we feel & explore nature at its harshest and yet its finest, this summer!
Reach Boarding point at 06:00 PM, At sharp 06:30 PM Depart from Majnu ka Tila to Manali. Travel by overnight Ac Deutschland bus from Delhi to Manali (10 – 14hrs). (Manali is also famous for adventure sports like skiing, hiking, mountaineering, paragliding, rafting, trekking, kayaking, and mountain biking. In short, Manali is the “Valley of the Gods” and an ideal place for the ones in search of both adventure and comfort). Travel overnight journey by AC Deluxe Reach in Manali Next Day Morning around
Early morning, we will reach Manali, from where you need to get to the hotel address and you’ll meet the team marshal who will brief you about the routes, rules, regulations, and about the riding in Himalayas and preparing for a thrilling journey to Spiti. O/N Stay at Manali. Meal: Dinner
Manali to Rampur via Jalori (200km) From here you will start your journey fully geared up for Kinnaur. Starting early in the morning as you will be covering close to 200km in a day including a scenic stop at Jalori pass on the altitude of 10,000ft. You will reach Rampur(3350ft) around evening, where you can rest and recharge in your hotel after a long ride. Meal : Breakfast & Dinner
Rampur to kalpa (180km) Riders would have to gear up early in the morning for a long journey to Kalpa in Kinnaur the mighty Kinner Kailash resides, Kalpa (9,711ft) This small hamlet in the corner of Kinnaur is famous for its views of Kailash in the backdrop and house of Kinnauri Apple, said to be the crunchiest apple in the World. Your 4th day will also take you to the remotest of our country and you will get to visit the Last village of India, Chitkul (11,320ft) Covering 180km from Rampur, You will reach Chitkul in afternoon so you can taste local food and go till the last point of the border of India to feel the patriotic rush. After visiting Chitkul, we will head back towards Kalpa. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
A spectacular sunrise from Kalpa Village will set a tone for your entry to Spiti valley. Day 5 journey will take you through the desert landscapes of Spiti. Your first stop will be Gue monastery where a 500year old Mummy of Monk Sangha Tenzin is established in sitting position, one of a kind in the world with its teeth and hair intact. After this brief introduction of History, then our next stop at Dhankar village which is famous for its 1000ft. high fort on cliff over shadowing confluence of Spiti & Pin rivers and 1000year old Lha-O-pa Gompa or monastery. Your destination of the day would be the heart of the Spiti valley, Kaza(12,470ft). Modernized with time Kaza has become a center point of all civilized activity in Spiti so you can buy your souvenir or taste local food here. You will be staying at Kaza for two nights. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Kaza brings many milestones and ticks to the bucket list. You will start your day by visiting the famous Key monastery (13,500ft), said to be the oldest school of Monks in our country. After gathering up this bit of history, you will start for Chicham via Kibber village. Chicham (13,596ft), which is home to Asia’s highest bridge, will give you all the chills and thrills needed. Next you will be posting a postcard to your family & friends from World’s highest post office in Hikkim (14,567 ft) and then we will go off to the highest motorable village in the World i.e. Komic. At Komic (15,500ft), in the highest restaurant in the world you can try out local delicacies and visit the Komic Monastery for a peek into the History on riding back to Kaza, you will cross Langza, where you will witness a gigantic Buddha statue residing with a backdrop of Chow Chow peak which is sure to take your breath away. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
After a good night’s sleep and breakfast, we will begin our ride towards the crescent shaped Chandartal Lake, located at an altitude of 4300m above sea level. On this route, we will pass through several villages of the Spiti Valley, namely Hansa and Loser – proceeding towards Kunzum Pass, the highest mountain pass of The Himalayan Escape Royal Enfield Trip situated at an altitude of 4590m. The majestic and awe-inspiring views of the Chandra Bhaga ranges are a sight for sore eyes! On reaching the Chandratal Camp-site, after check-in and tea/refreshment break we will have a km hike to witness the beauty of moon shaped holy Chandratal Lake. Night camping for overnight in Chandratal camp-site a magnificent experience of which are guaranteed to stay with you forever. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
How quickly these 9 days have passed of adventure trip! On day 8, we ride towards Manali. After crossing Batal and Chota Dhara, we will stop at Khoksar for lunch. As we continue our motorbike ride towards Manali, we will cross world’s longest high altitude tunnel situated at a height of 3050m above sea level going through Pir Panjal mountains range of Himalayas. Evening reach back at Manali. After completing the sensational motorbike expedition, a farewell dinner with our cruise members while all participants share their memorable moments of the journey. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner
Moring will be free to visit Manali town on your own with few highlights like Hadimba Temple dedicated to Hadimba Devi, built in 1553 in a clearing among ancient deodars. Afternoon it’s time to say goodbye to mountains state as we will drop you at Manali Volvo bus stand to board the bus to Delhi with unforgettable memories and exciting stories to recount. Meal: Breakast
Manali to Delhi (531km) It’s time to say Goodbye to mountains, you will reached Delhi around 9-10Am taking a bag full of memories with you. You got Spitified