Spiti Valley

Spiti Valley Travel Itinerary | Infinite Journeys Across the Globe

Destination: Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India
Trip Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights (ideal minimum)
Best Time to Visit: Mid-May to October (roads open), avoid winters unless prepared for extreme cold

🧭 Day 1: Arrival in Manali & Acclimatization

• Arrival: Reach Manali (via bus, taxi, or flight to Bhuntar)

• Purpose: Essential acclimatization day before entering high-altitude Spiti

• Afternoon:

  • Stroll through Old Manali or visit Hadimba Temple

  • Check gear, stock up on essentials, and rest well

• Tip: Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol to help acclimatize

🏔 Day 2: Manali to Kaza via Kunzum La (200 km / 9–10 hrs)

• Scenic Drive:

  • Cross Rohtang Pass and Kunzum Pass (4,551 m) – raw, wild Himalayan terrain

  • Stop at Chandratal Lake en route (optional detour + camping possible)

• Evening:

  • Reach Kaza (Spiti HQ, 3,800 m)

  • Light dinner and early rest

🏞 Day 3: Kaza – Key Monastery & Villages Circuit

• Morning:

  • Visit Key Monastery – Spiti’s most iconic Tibetan Buddhist monastery

  • Drive to Kibber Village – spot Himalayan ibex or snow leopard (if lucky)

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Chicham Bridge – Asia’s highest suspension bridge

  • Lunch in Kibber or back in Kaza

• Evening:

  • Chill at The Himalayan Café or Sol Café, stargaze at night

🛕 Day 4: Pin Valley & Dhankar Monastery

• Morning:

  • Day trip to Pin Valley National Park (home to snow leopards, red foxes)

  • Visit Mud Village – a remote gem with dramatic landscapes

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Dhankar Monastery & Lake (short hike if you’re up for it)

• Evening:

  • Return to Kaza or stay overnight in Dhankar homestay

🏘 Day 5: Hikkim, Komic & Langza – The Highest Villages

• Morning to Afternoon:

  • Explore the highest villages in Asia:

    • 🏚 Hikkim – send a postcard from the world’s highest post office

    • 🙏 Komic – the highest motorable village (4,587 m)

    • 🦖 Langza – fossil hunting and photo ops with the giant Buddha

• Evening:

  • Return to Kaza

  • Optional: Cultural dinner with a local family

🛤 Day 6: Kaza to Kalpa / Nako (Start Return Journey)

• Morning:

  • Begin descent from Kaza toward Kalpa (via Tabo – oldest monastery)

  • Stop at Nako Lake and Gue Village (mummy of Lama Sangha Tenzin)

• Evening: Overnight stay at Kalpa or Nako, depending on route and pace

🚗 Day 7: Kalpa / Nako to Shimla / Chandigarh

• Scenic drive through: Reckong Peo, Rampur, and apple orchards

• End Point Options:

  • Shimla (ideal for those continuing to explore)

  • Chandigarh (for return flights/trains)

✈️ Travel Tips

• How to Reach:

  • Enter via Manali (quicker but tougher route) or Shimla–Kinnaur (gradual ascent)

• Permit Info: No permits needed for Indians; foreigners need Inner Line Permit (available in Kaza or Reckong Peo)

• Altitude Advice:

  • Go slow, hydrate often

  • Avoid strenuous activity the first few days

• Pack Essentials:

  • Thermals, down jackets, sunscreen, water bottles, first aid, offline maps, cash

📌 Highlights of Spiti Valley

• 🏯 Ancient Buddhist monasteries & culture

• ⛰ Stark, high-altitude desert landscapes

• 🌌 Milky Way night skies

• 🛖 Remote, untouched Himalayan villages

• 🧘 Disconnect to reconnect with nature and self

Spiti is not just a destination—it’s a revelation. Rugged, raw, and humbling.
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