Spiti Trailblazer – From Hill Towns to Himalayan Moonscapes! 🌌
Tour Overview
Experience the iconic Shimla–Spiti route on this unforgettable Himalayan road journey — a soul-stirring adventure through apple-laden valleys, ancient monasteries, and high-altitude desert terrain. From the colonial charm of Shimla to the remote village of Chitkul and the surreal beauty of Chandra Taal, this expedition promises a perfect blend of culture, altitude, and raw Himalayan magic.
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Destinations Covered: Delhi, Shimla, Kufri, Narkanda, Chitkul, Rakchham, Nako, Tabo, Dhankar, Kaza, Key Monastery, Chicham Bridge, Komic, Hikkim, Langza, Chandra Taal, Manali
Tour Type: Tempo Traveller Expedition
Day-wise Itinerary
Day 0: Delhi → Tirthan Valley (Overnight AC Coach)
Board the AC coach in Delhi, stow your riding kit, and soak in the anticipation.
Stop at a classic highway dhaba and dig into hot paneer parathas with lassi.
Return to your sleeper seat and drift to sleep to the gentle hum of the highway.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Volvo AC Sleeper Coach
🍽 Meals Included: Dinner onboard only
🛣️ Travel Distance: 470 km
Day 1: Aut → Manali → Jibhi | Jibhi Waterfall
Arrive at Aut at dawn and breathe in the crisp mountain air.
Head to Manali, collect your Royal Enfield, test its rumble, and gear up for the ride ahead.
Cruise towards Jibhi, winding through pine forests beside the murmuring Tirthan River.
Trek 2 km to the cascading Jibhi Waterfall—feel the cool spray and snap some stunning photos.
Try a hot thattudosa drizzled with honey at a cozy local café.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Homestay/Campsite in Jibhi
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 80 km
Day 2: Jibhi → Chitkul (Via Kinnaur Valley)
Enjoy hot aloo-parathas served with homemade apricot jam for breakfast.
Ride through the scenic Kinnaur Valley, stopping at roadside apple stalls for fresh fruit.
Enter Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibet border, and explore its wooden cottages.
Visit the ancient Mathi Temple and admire its beautifully hand-carved stone architecture.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Homestay/Hotel in Chitkul
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 120 km
Day 3: Chitkul → Kalpa
Begin the day with an optional sunrise hike to witness the golden light on Kinner Kailash.
Ride through rhododendron-lined trails as you ascend toward Kalpa.
Unwind with a cup of spiced chai while gazing at a sea of clouds from your balcony.
Treat yourself to a slice of freshly baked apple pie from a warm local bakery.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Homestay/Hotel in Kalpa
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 80 km
Day 4: Kalpa → Kaza (Via Nako, Tabo & the Ka-Loops)
Fuel up with porridge, toast, and honey before heading into higher terrain.
Navigate the dizzying Ka-Loops—32 dramatic hairpins slicing into Spiti’s desert.
Pause at Nako Lake and capture mirror-like reflections in its turquoise waters.
Explore the frescoed prayer halls of the 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Homestay/Hotel in Kaza
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 220 km
Day 5: Spiti Circuit — Key, Chicham, Komic, Hikkim & Langza
Begin with a peaceful morning visit to Key Monastery perched on a hilltop.
Cross Asia’s highest suspension bridge at Chicham and feel the adrenaline rush.
Ride to Hikkim and post a card from the world’s highest post office.
Explore Langza village and hunt for ancient marine fossils near the Buddha statue.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Homestay/Hotel in Kaza
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 80 km (circuit)
Day 6: Kaza → Chandra Taal (Moon Lake Magic)
Ride out early in the morning toward the crescent-shaped Chandra Taal Lake.
Warm up with butter tea and suji halwa at the final roadside eatery near Losar.
Arrive at Chandra Taal, pitch your tents beside the lake, and relax by the bonfire under the stars.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Campsite at Chandra Taal/Batal
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 95 km
Day 7: Chandra Taal → Manali (Via Atal Tunnel)
Watch the sunrise over Chandra Taal as the lake reflects hues of pink and gold.
Ride through rugged Spiti terrain and pass through the Atal Tunnel into Lahaul Valley.
Indulge in wood-fired pizza and celebrate the journey at Johnson’s Café in Manali.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Hotel in Manali
🍽 Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner
🛣️ Travel Distance: 130 km
Day 8: Manali → Delhi Departure
Take a short morning ride to visit Hadimba Devi Temple and explore the Manali bazaar.
Relish a plate of spicy momos with chutney from a local street stall.
Board the AC sleeper coach in the evening for your return journey to Delhi.
🏨 Overnight Stay: Volvo AC Sleeper Coach
🍽 Meals Included: Dinner onboard only
🛣️ Travel Distance: 510 km
Day 9: Delhi Arrival
Arrive in Delhi at sunrise with dusty boots, full hearts, and stories to last a lifetime.