Spiti Valley Road Trip

Overview 

Spiti Valley is a remote cold desert known for its stark landscapes, ancient monasteries, and timeless villages. The name “Spiti” means “The Middle Land”, as it lies between India and Tibet — and that influence is evident in its culture, architecture, and spirituality.

Expect dramatic valleys, lunar-like terrain, snow-capped peaks, and surreal silence. From the blue waters of Chandratal Lake to the cliff-perched Dhankar Monastery, from the world’s highest post office in Hikkim to the moonlit stillness of Nako, Spiti offers a raw, unforgettable experience far from the chaos of city life.

This is not your typical hill station — Spiti is for the wanderer, the soul-searcher, and the mountain lover.

9-Days Spiti Valley Itinerary

• Day 1: Delhi to Shimla

  Assemble early in Delhi and board your Tempo Traveller for a scenic drive to Shimla. Enjoy your first taste of the hills and cool pine air. Reach by evening and rest.

• Day 2: Shimla – Kufri – Narkanda – Karcham – Chitkul

  Start your journey into Himachal’s interiors. Pass through Kufri, Narkanda, and the Kinnaur Gate before following the Sutlej River to Sangla Valley. Reach Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border, by evening.

• Day 3: Chitkul – Kalpa – Suicide Point – Khab Sangam – Nako

  Explore Chitkul in the morning, then drive past Kalpa’s apple orchards to Suicide Point for epic cliff views. Stop at Khab Sangam, where Spiti and Sutlej rivers meet. Reach the peaceful lakeside village of Nako for dinner and rest.

• Day 4: Nako – Gue – Tabo – Mane Bridge – Dhankar

  Stroll around Nako Lake, then visit the Gue Mummy Monastery and historic Tabo Monastery. Cross the charming Mane Bridge before reaching Dhankar, a cliffside village known for its monastery and unreal views.

• Day 5: Dhankar – Dhankar Lake Trek – Pin Valley – Kaza

  Trek to the high-altitude Dhankar Lake for panoramic views of Manirang Peak. After lunch, drive through the green meadows of Pin Valley, a stark contrast to Spiti’s arid desert. Reach Kaza, Spiti’s main town, by evening.

• Day  6: Kaza – Hikkim – Komic – Langza – Kaza

  Explore Spiti’s iconic high-altitude villages. Post a card from Hikkim, visit the world’s highest village Komic, and admire the Buddha statue in Langza. Return to Kaza for market strolls and dinner.

• Day 7: Kaza – Key – Kibber – Chicham – Losar – Kunzum Pass – Chandratal

  Visit Key Monastery, the hilltop heart of Spiti. Cross Chicham Bridge and stop at Losar before ascending rugged Kunzum Pass. Reach Chandratal Lake, the mystical "Moon Lake," by evening. Camp under the stars.

• Day  8: Chandratal – Batal – Chattru – Atal Tunnel – Manali

  Leave Chandratal after breakfast and travel through wild terrain. Stop at Chacha-Chachi Dhaba, drive along rivers and boulders, and cross the Atal Tunnel into Manali. Optional: explore Solang Valley or relax at the market.

• Day 9: Manali to Delhi

  Enjoy a laid-back morning in Manali. Post breakfast, board your Tempo Traveller for a 12–14 hour return journey to Delhi. Reflect on your unforgettable Spiti journey as you descend from the high mountains.