Salubrious Spiti Tour 2023- 11 Days 10 Nights

Time to get back on your steeds and ride through the most scenic routes of Spiti and Lahaul Valley.

Chitkul For The Starters, Pin Valley for Appetizer and Chandratal for Dessert

Type: Off Road Tour Level: Intermediate

Temperature Range:

Cold weather – Chandrataal Camps Min 0 and Max 7 Degree Celcius (Rain/ Light Snow   Probability on Kunzum La)

The only heat you will feel, will be of your engines…. Be Ready for spending nights at freezing temperatures

Summary of Mobile Networks in Spiti & Kinnaur

Places & Routes	Mobile Phone Network
Shimla – Narkanda – Rampur – Sarahan – Tapri	BSNL, Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vodafone
Karcham – Sangla Valley	BSNL, Airtel, Reliance Jio
Rakcham – Chitkul	BSNL / JIO works, Airtel is spotty.
Reckong Peo – Kalpa	BSNL, Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vodafone
Akpa – Ribba – Jangi – Spello	JIO/Airtel, BSNL – Spotty
Spello – Khab – Ka Zigs	JIO/No network zone mostly
Nako	BSNL / JIO
Chango – Sumdo (enter Spiti Valley)	JIO /No network zone mostly
Giu Village – Hurling – before Tabo	JIO /No network zone mostly
Tabo – Dhankar – Guling (Pin Valley)	BSNL / JIO– Spotty outside villages
Pin Valley – Mudh Village	No network zone mostly
Kaza – Rangrik – Khurik – Moorang	BSNL, Reliance Jio
Ki, Kibber, Langza, Komic	BSNL / JIO– Spotty outside villages
Hal – Pangmo – Kiato – Hansa	No network zone mostly
Losar	BSNL / JIO
Kunzum Pass – Chandratal – Batal	No network zone, Batal has a Satellite payphone
Batal – Chatru – Gramphu	No network zone
Gramphu – Rohtang Pass – Marhi	Airtel, BSNL / JIO – Spotty
Marhi – Manali – Mandi – Delhi	BSNL, Airtel, Reliance Jio, Vodafone

A JOURNEY TO THE “ MIDDLE LAND” —— SPITI

Separated from fertile Lahaul by the soaring 4551m Kunzum Pass, the trans-Himalayan region of Spiti is another chunk of Tibet marooned within India, a kind of ‘mini-Ladakh’ with fewer tourists. The scattered villages in this serrated moonscape arrive like mirages while the turquoise-grey ribbon of the Spiti River is your near-constant companion, albeit sometimes way below in precipitous gorges.

We will make sure to make your Journey full of Adventure when Sun is shining and as luxurious as possible when Night falls.

WELCOME TO LAND OF GODS—- HIMACHAL PRADESH

In our adventurous journey to the Middle Land (Spiti) we will be traversing through some of the most breathtaking views available on planet earth . We also will be charting on some of the most gruel some routes that used to be main trade routes viz. Hindustan Tibet road.

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day	From	TO	KMS	HRS (Approx.)
1	Arrival	CHANDIGARH	–	–
2	CHANDIGARH	THEOG	145	5
3	THEOG	Chitkul Village (SANGLA)	190	6
4	SANGLA	KALPA	80	5
5	KALPA	TABO	190	6
6	TABO	KAZA	100	4
7	KAZA	KAZA (Leisure Day)	60	3
8	KAZA	CHANDRATAAL	80	4
9	CHANDRATAAL	MANALI	108	5
10	MANALI	CHANDIGARH	306	9
11	CHANDIGARH	DEPARTURE	–	–

NOTE: Itinerary can be customized as per your requirement. To decrease the duration of trip, client can remove Chitkul (SANGLA) stay (10 Days 09 Nights)

Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Chandigarh.

As all riders arrive to Chandigarh, a warm and comfortable stay is must. Self Check in to Hotel 1400 Hrs onwards. After check in, visit the beautiful Rose Garden, which is spread over 30 acres and has over 1600 varieties of roses. It is a great place to unwind and take a stroll, or simply admire the beauty of the flowers. Next, head to the Government Museum and Art Gallery, which houses a vast collection of art, antiquities, and sculptures from across India. Overnight and Dinner at Hotel

Evening: Take a stroll around Sector 17, which is known as the commercial hub of the city. It has plenty of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, and is a great place to soak up the local culture. End your day by visiting the famous Open Hand Monument, which is a symbol of the city’s modernity and openness to the world.

Dinner and overnight stay in Chandigarh.
Chandigarh Airport Code: IXC

Day 2: Chandigarh To Theog 145 Kms – 5 Hrs

Highlights: You will witness the beauty of the Dhauladhar mountain range and valleys of the lesser Himalayas.

Start your ride from chandigarh after a sumptuous breakfast and load your luggage in Backup Vehicle as we depart from Chandigarh to Himachal via the NH 5. depart for Theog. After check in at Hotel, spend your afternoon by visiting the Hatu Peak, the highest point in the town. You can reach there by riding your superbikes/cars. The view from the top is breathtaking, with snow-capped mountains and lush green valleys. Spend some time soaking in the natural beauty and taking pictures. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel
Dinner and Overnight at Hotel in Theog

Day 3: Theog – Rampur Bushahr – Kamru Fort – Sangla 190 Kms – 6 Hrs

Leave early, from Theog and enjoy the vistas en route – Narkanda, Tanni Jubbar Lake, Padam Palace

Start your day with breakfast and head out by visiting the Taani Jubbar Lake en route. Tani jubbar lake is situated within the apple country of Shimla district between Narkanda and Thanedar. Tucked away from the main road the lake is a hidden gem. The lake is encircled with high mountains full of Deodar and their reflection on the rippling waters look beautiful. After that, head to the Padam Palace, which was once the residence of the royal family of Rampur. The palace has a rich history and is known for its stunning architecture.

Continue your ride towards Sangla, which is a picturesque little town located in the Kinnaur district. On your way, stop at the Kamru Fort, which is a historical fort that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Evening: End your day by visiting the quaint little village of Chitkul, which is located at an altitude of 3,450 meters. It is the last inhabited village on the old Indo-Tibetan trade route and is famous for its stunning views of the Kinnaur Kailash range. After that, head to the Trout Farm in Sangla, where you can enjoy some freshly caught trout for dinner (Optional). Top-rated restaurants in Rampur and Sangla include The Riverview and The Trout Farm.

Overnight at Hotel in Sangla / chitkul
Note: Evening Optional Gala Dinner: Indulge in optional licensed trout fishing or Cocktail BBQ snacks with Bonfire can be arranged for evening gala dinner on chargeable basis

Day 4: Sangla –Chitkul Photostop – Kalpa   80 Kms – 5 HRS

After breakfast, start your day by visiting the quaint little village of Chitkul, which is located at an altitude of 3,450 meters. We ride to get our self clicked at Chitkul (Last Village of India Tibet Border) for some Instagrammable pictures. It is the last inhabited village on the old Indo-Tibetan trade route and is famous for its stunning views of the Kinnaur Kailash range. Therafter return to Hotel and load your luggage in service back up vehicle.

Ride from Sangla Hotel to Kalpa via Reckong Peo. Take a short trip to nearby Roghi village to get a glimpse of Kinnauri rustic life and get yourself clicked on the edge of that famous cliff known as “Suicide Point”. Stay at hotel in Kalpa at night. Views from the hotel are nothing but stunning.

·       Day at Leisure in Kalpa and Dinner /Overnight stay in Kalpa overlooking the Kinner Kailash mountainous view

Day 5: Kalpa to Tabo via Nako & Gue 190 Kms – 6 Hrs

Start your day early and watch the vistas en route over Hindustan Tibet Highway. After a sumptious breakfast, we depart for our next destination, with a photostop at Khab – which is a confluence of 2 rivers Spiti and Satluj Rivers, overlooking the Leo Purygal Peak from Khab Bridge. Next we head to visit the Nako Lake. This beautiful lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and provides a serene atmosphere for visitors. You can also take a walk around the lake and enjoy the scenic beauty.

Afternoon: After lunch at Nako Lake, we head out to cross the dreaded MALLING NALLA. For an adventurous experience, we shall visit the Gue Mummy. This mummy is over 500 years old and is one of the best-preserved mummies in the world. You can learn about the fascinating story behind the mummy and even take a picture with it.

We check in at our hotel in Tabo and proceed for a short walk to the famous Tabo caves. The magnificent Tabo Caves are located just above the ancient Tabo Monastery, which was founded more than 1000 years ago. This ancient monastery has been hollowed out by several caves that serve as dwellings for monks during the harsh winters of the Himalayas. Termed as ‘Tabo Caves,’ these magnificent caverns are artificially excavated for monks and were initially used as an assembly hall.  Dinner and Overnight at TABO. 

Day 6: Tabo to Mud (Pin Valley) via Dhankar – Kaza (100 Kms -4 Hrs)

Early morning after tea, we visit the Tabo Monastery on foot. This ancient monastery is over 1,000 years old and is one of the oldest monasteries in India. You can explore the various temples and murals within the monastery and learn about the rich history of Buddhism in the region. Return to Hotel for breakfast and thereafter set out for our next destination.  Start your ride with a visit to Dhankar Monastery, which is one of the most popular monasteries in the region. This ancient monastery is perched on a rocky cliff and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

Day 7: Key – Langza, Hikkim, Komic – Kaza (60 Kms – 3 Hrs)

Today visit the road less traveled near Kaza. Start your second day in Kaza, with a visit to Key Monastery, which is one of the largest and oldest monasteries in the Spiti Valley. This 11th-century monastery is home to a collection of rare thangkas and ancient murals. After that, head to Langza, which is a small picturesque village with stunning views of the Himalayas.

Day 8: Kaza to Kibber – Chicham –Chandrataal – (100 Kms 5 Hrs)

Start from Kaza towards the Kibber Village, which is one of the highest inhabited villages in the world. This village is located at an altitude of 4,205 meters and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas. 

Next, head to Kunzum La, which is a high mountain pass located at an altitude of 4,590 meters. The ride to Kunzum La offers stunning views of the Himalayan ranges, and you can also stop at the Kunzum Devi Temple, which is located at the top of the pass. Take a parikrama on bike as this is considered to be auspicious for journey ahead.

Day 9: Chandrataal – Batal – Gramphu – Manali – 108 Kms 5 Hrs

The most dangerous thing you can do in life is play it safe.

Later Proceed to Manali via Atal Tunnel (105 KMs/ 5 hrs). Click pictures or have option to return back take atal tunnel via sissu. Once you cross Atal Tunnel, you will soon reach Manali and your phone and internet will start working after many days. Check in to Hotel in manali, relax and have some good food in Dinner.

Day 10: Manali – Chandigarh 306 Kms 9 Hrs

After breakfast, depart for Chandigarh. Lunch en routre in and Check in to hotel in Chandigarh. Later in evening take a stroll in sukhna lake or visit some of the best night clubs of chandigarh for after party.
Dinner and Overnight stay in Chandigarh

Day 11: Chandigarh – Depart