Spiti Valley Adventure – 13 Nights - 14 Days
New Delhi – Chandigarh – Manali – Chandra Tal – Kaza – Tabo – Langza
Details of this tour
Duration: 14 days
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Overview & Tour At Glance
Detailed Itinerary
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Perched at an average height of 10,000 ft ( over 3,000 meters) above sea level, Spiti Valley has historically been a bridge between India and the Tibetan plateau. The word “Spiti” in fact means “the middle land.”
This remote valley of Himachal Pradesh is surrounded by snow-clad mountains, has several rivers and tributaries meandering through it, and much of it is a massive cold desert that is a visual spectacle to behold. All of this makes an otherworldly backdrop for an epic hiking adventure.
The unique centuries-old Tibetan culture of the region adds further allure to your travel experience with villages along the way offering warm hospitality to visitors.
Our “Spiti Valley Adventure” takes you on a 14-day adventure to this mesmerizing part of India that’s surrounded by Tibet and Ladakh, and the towering mountains of the Higher Himalayas.
Itinerary at a Glance
01
Day
Arrival in New Delhi | Capital of India
02
Day
Delhi | Exploring Mughal Landmarks and New Delhi
03
Day
Chandigarh | Drive
04
Day
Manali | Drive
05
Day
Manali | “Queen of Himachal Pradesh”
06
Day
Chandra Tal | “Lake of the Moon”
07
Day
Kaza |Land of the Sacred Sakya Tangyud Monastery
08
Day
Tabo | Drive
09
Day
Tabo | Ancient Realm of Buddhist Spirituality
10
Day
Langza | Drive
11
Day
Langza | The Ideal Spiti Valley Experience
12
Day
Manali | Drive Back to Manali
13
Day
Chandigarh | Drive
14
Day
Cochin | Fly Out | End of Tour
Itineraries
01
Day
Delhi | Arrival and Start of Tour
Upon arrival at the international airport in New Delhi, our representative will receive you warmly, and transport you to your accommodation.
02
Day
Delhi | Exploring Mughal Landmarks and New Delhi
After breakfast at the hotel, full day of heritage and cultural exploration of New and Old Delhi.
Sites covered in Old Delhi: Red Fort, Qutab Minar Humayun’s Tomb, Jama Masjid (Grand Mosque of Delhi), and a Rickshaw ride through the markets of Old Delhi to give you a glimpse of how Delhi-Wallah live and go about their lives.
Sites covered in New Delhi: a drive through Rajpath overlooking the Parliament and President’s House to give you a sense of the majesty and prestige of the Republic of India.
03
Day
Chandigarh | Drive
Drive to Chandigarh (Haryana) from Delhi. Chandigarh is a gateway to the Himalayan region from the plains of northern India.
Spend the afternoon and evening exploring the city.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Chandigarh.
Attractions: Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, Government Museum and Art Gallery.
Drive time: 4.5 Hrs/ 240 km or 150 miles.
04
Day
Manali | Drive
After breakfast drive to Manali.
Average height: 2,050 meters above sea level.
Overnight stay at Manali. Dinner at the Hotel.
Drive time: 6 Hrs/ 270 kms or 165 miles.
05
Day
Manali | Queen of Himachal Pradesh
Affectionately known as the “Queen of Himachal Pradesh,” Manali is one of India’s favorite hill stations, known for its ancient Hadimba Temple, scenic Solang Valley, and Rohtang Pass.
In ancient times, it was an important crossroads in the Silk Road trade between Tibet and India.
Plenty of nature and heritage to explore on day 5.
Breakfast, dinner and stay the hotel.
06
Day
Chandra Taal | “Lake of the Moon”
Drive to Chandra Taal. A lovely lake that springs from the Chandra Taal River. Surrounded by tall mountains that are reflected in the water of the lake making for a dream-like view.
Average drive time: 3 Hrs/ 115 kms or 65 miles.
Average height: 4,300 meters (14,100 ft)
07
Day
Kaza | Land of the Sacred Sakya Tangyud Monastery
Drive to Kaza. The largest town in the region is known for its Sakya Tangyud Monastery, snowy crowns, rivers, streams, and the cold desert in its outskirts.
Drive time: 3 Hrs 15 mins/ 100 kms or 60 miles.
08
Day
Tabo | Drive
Drive to Tabo village.
Drive time: 1.5 Hrs/ 50 km/ 30 miles.
09
Day
Tabo | Ancient Realm of Buddhist Spirituality
You will spend day 9 exploring the ancient Tabo Village— the “oldest continuously operating Buddhist enclave in both India and the Himalayas.” The Tabo Monastery dates back to 996 AD.
Meet the monks, stroll in the village, have tea at the Tabo Monastery (offered to all visitors), star-gaze in the evening, and meditate in the nearby “meditation caves.”
10
Day
Langza | Drive
Drive to the visit of Langza.
Drive time: 40 Mins/ 15 km or 10 miles.
11
Day
Langza | The Ideal Spiti Village Experience
Located at a height of 4,500 meters above sea level, Langza is the most picturesque village in the Spiti Valley with stunning views of the region’s snowclad peaks.
A giant Buddha Statue stands in the middle of the village, guarding it.
12
Day
Manali | Drive Back to Manali
Your journey back from Spiti begins.
Drive time: 5 Hrs/ 190 km or 120 miles.
Overnight stay at Manali.
13
Day
Chandigarh | Drive
Drive back to Chandigarh.
Overnight stay.
Drive time: 6 Hrs/ 270 kms or 165 miles.
14
Day
Drive to Delhi | Fly Out | End of Tour
Drive back to Delhi from Chandigarh. End of tour.
Drive time: 4.5 Hrs/ 240 kms or 150 miles.
