Spiti Valley Bike And Backpacking Trip
Overview
Spiti Valley Bike and Backpacking Trip
10D/9N
Day wise Planning
Day 1 Delhi to Jibhi | Overnight Journey
The group will assemble at the pick-up point by 07:00 PM (tentative).
We'll meet the team captains and a small tour briefing session will be conducted.
After which, we’ll head out on an overnight journey to Jibhi
Note: The pickup point would be Kashmere Gate (tentative)
Day 2 Jibhi Arrival | Bike Introduction | Day at Leisure
The travelers who opted for the Tempo Traveller option, will get off at Aut Tunnel and head towards Jibhi directly.
The travelers who opted for a Bike Trip will head down to Manali to collect their bikes, followed by a test run. After which, they will head to Jibhi as well.
Upon reaching Jibhi, we will check into our designated hotel where we will have dinner and spend the night.
Note: Standard Check-In time is 01:00 PM.
Day 3 Jibhi to Chitkul (214 Kms)
After spending a peaceful night and waking up to the sound of birds chirping, we will have breakfast. We'll check out of the hotel and head towards Chitkul, the Last Village on the India-Tibet Border also renowned for the popular Hindustan Ka Aakhri Dhaba.
En route to Chitkul, we'll be traversing Jalori Pass as well as witnessing extremely beautiful views of mountains, valleys, and green meadows.
You will be witnessing a gradual change in the landscapes as we traverse through Kinnaur Valley, the land of gods. En route, we will also witness the iconic Kinnaur Gate.
Upon reaching Chitkul, we will check into our respective Hotels.
Dinner followed by an overnight stay in Chitkul.
Highlight of the Day: India's last village - Chitkul, Kinnaur valley and Kinnaur gate
Day 4 Chitkul to Kalpa (60 Kms)
After breakfast, we will head towards Kalpa which is known for its scenic landscapes
En-route Kalpa, the small town of Reckong Peo serves as the perfect pit stop. If the weather gods are in your favor, you will be able to catch a glimpse of Kinner Kailash Peak.
Upon reaching Kalpa, after spending some leisure time, we’ll head out to visit the 3000-year-old Kalpa Monastery and the Suicide Point which offers a picturesque view of the Kailash ranges.
Post-check-in, Dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Kalpa.
Highlight of the Day: Views of Kinner Kailash, Kalpa Monastery and Suicide Point, Reckong Peo Town
Day 5 Kalpa to Dhankar (200 Kms)
After early morning breakfast, we will head towards our next destination, Dhankar which is the former capital of Spiti Valley.
En-route, we will make a pit stop at Khab, the site of the union between the Sutlej and Spiti rivers. We will also be traversing through Nako Village, a tiny hamlet situated in the trans-Himalayan ranges, and pay our respects at the Tabo Monastery.
Upon arrival, we'll check into our designated stay and enjoy a warm dinner.
Later, a local guide will be giving us an informative session about Dhankar and its intriguing history. He will also throw some light upon its rich culture and its intriguing landscape.
Overnight stay in Dhankar.
Highlight of the Day: Khab, Nako village, and Tabo Monastery
Day 6 Dhankar to Kaza (40 Kms)
After early morning breakfast, we'll go for a sightseeing tour where we'll be visiting the Dhankar Monastery and Dhankar Fort which offer brilliant views of the valley that resembles a Moonland.
Afterward, we'll head towards Kaza. En-route, we will visit Kungri Monastery in Pin Valley which holds extreme significance among the locals.
Upon our arrival in Kaza, we'll check into our designated stay. Travelers are also advised to indulge in cafe hopping in the Kaza Market.
Dinner followed by an overnight stay in Kaza.
Highlight of the Day: Dhankar Monastery, Dhankar Fort, Kungri Monastery
Day 7 Spiti Sightseeing Day
Post breakfast, we’ll head out to visit the Key Monastery locally known as Key Gompa, followed by Chicham Bridge which is Asia’s highest suspension bridge.
Later in the day, we will visit the highest post office in the world, Hikkim.
Afterward, we’ll move towards Komic village which is one of the highest villages in the world connected by a motorable road.
Last but not least, we will visit the land of fossils, Langza, and visit the Buddha statue that sits on top of a hill overlooking the village.
Finally, we’ll head back to Kaza where we will have dinner and spend the night.
Highlight of the Day: Key Monastery, Chicham Bridge, Hikkim, Komic, Langza
Day 8 Kaza to Chandratal (90 Kms)
Post-breakfast, we will head out to visit the pristine Chandratal which is a crescent-shaped lake mimicking the moon. En route, we'll be traversing the iconic Kunzum Pass.
Upon arrival at our designated campsites, we'll check in and then head towards the Chandratal Lake to spend some leisure time by the lakeside.
Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay in the campsites.
Note : If due to bad weather the roads to Chandratal stay closed, our alternate stay for the day will be arranged in Batal/Manali/Kaza.
Highlight of the Day: Kunzum Pass, Pristine views of Chandratal
Day 9 Chandratal to Manali (125 Kms) | Overnight Journey to Delhi
After breakfast, we'll check out of our campsites and head towards Manali.
En-route, we'll be passing through the iconic Atal Tunnel.
We will again head back to our travelers and begin our return journey to Manali. On the way, we will make a stop at the famous Chacha-Chachi Ka Dhaba.
After reaching Manali, we will take an overnight bus from Manali to Delhi.
Highlight of the Day: Atal Tunnel, Chacha Chachi Ka Dhaba
Note: Freshen-up facilities will be arranged in Manali (If time permits)
Day 10 Delhi Arrival | Tour Ends
The group will reach Delhi and part ways with fond memories.
End of tour.
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