Spiti Valley Full Circuit – Shimla | Kaza | Chandratal
📍 Himachal Pradesh
Overview
Experience the ultimate Spiti Valley Full Circuit from Jaipur / Delhi — an unforgettable Himalayan road trip through Kinnaur and Spiti.
Your route:
- Shimla → Sangla → Chitkul → Nako → Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza
- Hikkim, Langza, Komic, Key Monastery, Chicham Bridge → Chandratal Lake → Manali
Why you'll love it:
- High-altitude villages and ancient monasteries
- Dramatic mountain passes
- The crystal-clear waters of Chandratal Lake
- A full loop: in via Shimla, out via Manali
Highlights
- ✔ Jaipur/Delhi to Shimla overnight Volvo journey
- ✔ Explore Kinnaur Gate and Karcham Dam
- ✔ Visit Chitkul – the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border
- ✔ Visit Khab Sangam – confluence of Spiti and Sutlej Rivers
- ✔ Explore the ancient Tabo Monastery
- ✔ Visit Dhankar Monastery
- ✔ Explore Kaza – the capital of Spiti Valley
- ✔ Visit Hikkim – world's highest post office
- ✔ Visit Langza – famous for its world's highest Buddha statue
- ✔ Visit Komic – world's highest motorable village
- ✔ Explore Key Monastery
- ✔ Cross Chicham Bridge – Asia's highest and longest suspension bridge
- ✔ Drive through the stunning Spiti Valley landscapes
- ✔ Visit Chandratal Lake
- ✔ Overnight camping near Chandratal
- ✔ Scenic drive from Chandratal to Manali
- ✔ Free time to explore Manali
- ✔ Overnight Volvo journey from Manali to Delhi/Jaipur
Day-wise Itinerary
- Day 1: Jaipur/Delhi to Shimla | Overnight Volvo Journey
Overnight Volvo to Shimla
- Jaipur boarding: Sindhi Camp / Transport Nagar, 8–10 PM
- Delhi boarding: Kashmiri Gate, 10–11 PM
- Overnight journey to Shimla to meet your trip captain and fellow travellers
- Meals: Dinner self-paid
- Day 2: Shimla to Sangla / Chitkul
Shimla → Sangla / Chitkul
- Reach Shimla around 7–8 AM and freshen up at a local restaurant
- Board the Tempo Traveller / Mini Bus towards Sangla
- En route: Kinnaur Gate and Karcham Dam
- Arrive at Sangla / Chitkul around 6–8 PM
- Meals: Breakfast self-paid · Dinner included
- Day 3: Sangla to Nako
Sangla → Chitkul → Nako
- Chitkul — the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border
- Khab Sangam — where the Spiti and Sutlej rivers meet
- Gue Village — famous for its 500-year-old mummy
- Reach Nako around 8–9 PM, check in and enjoy dinner
- Day 4: Nako to Kaza
Nako → Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza
- Check out around 9 AM after breakfast
- Explore the historic Tabo Monastery
- Visit Dhankar Monastery, surrounded by spectacular landscapes
- Browse the local markets
- Reach Kaza around 7–9 PM, check in and enjoy dinner
- Day 5: Kaza Exploration
Kaza exploration
- Hikkim — the famous high-altitude post office
- Langza — the iconic Buddha statue
- Komic — one of the highest motorable villages
- Lunch at the World's Highest Café and a treat at the World's Highest Ice Cream Shop (both self-paid)
- Chicham Bridge and Key Monastery
- Kaza market, then dinner at the hotel
- Day 6: Kaza to Chandratal
Kaza → Chandratal Lake
- A 4–5 hour drive, reaching the Chandratal region around 12–1 PM
- Explore the lake and valley until around 4–5 PM
- Extra charges: ₹300 forest fee + ₹400 private 4x4 vehicle
- Registration is managed by the Union of Spiti Valley; travellers can't go beyond the designated point
- Stay: Overnight camping beside the lake
- Day 7: Chandratal to Manali
Chandratal → Manali
- Check out around 10 AM after breakfast
- A relaxed, scenic drive after days of rugged Spiti roads
- Reach Manali around 4–6 PM and check in
- Evening free to explore Manali at your own pace
- Meals: Dinner at the hotel at own expense
- Day 8: Manali to Delhi / Jaipur
Manali → Delhi / Jaipur · Trip ends
- Check out around 10–11 AM after breakfast
- Head to the Volvo stand for your return journey
- Drop-off: Delhi travellers in Delhi, Jaipur travellers in Jaipur, as per bus schedules
Inclusions
- ✅ Jaipur to Shimla / Delhi to Shimla Volvo journey
- ✅ Manali to Jaipur / Manali to Delhi Volvo journey
- ✅ Tempo Traveller / Mini Bus transportation during the trip
- ✅ Accommodation as per itinerary
- ✅ Hotel stay in Sangla/Chitkul
- ✅ Hotel stay in Nako
- ✅ Hotel stay in Kaza
- ✅ Camping stay near Chandratal
- ✅ Hotel stay in Manali
- ✅ Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
- ✅ Trip captain / trip leader
- ✅ Sightseeing as mentioned in the itinerary
- ✅ Chitkul visit
- ✅ Khab Sangam visit
- ✅ Tabo Monastery visit
- ✅ Dhankar Monastery visit
- ✅ Kaza sightseeing
- ✅ Hikkim, Langza and Komic visit
- ✅ Key Monastery visit
- ✅ Chicham Bridge visit
- ✅ Chandratal Lake visit
Exclusions
- ❌ Breakfasts/meals mentioned as self-paid
- ❌ Lunch at World's Highest Café
- ❌ Food/drinks at World's Highest Ice Cream Shop
- ❌ ₹300 forest fee as applicable
- ❌ ₹400 private 4x4 vehicle charge as applicable
- ❌ Personal expenses
- ❌ Travel insurance
- ❌ Any additional transportation not mentioned in the itinerary
- ❌ Room heaters or additional hotel amenities
- ❌ Early check-in or late check-out
- ❌ Medical expenses
- ❌ Any expenses arising due to personal reasons
- ❌ Any additional expenses caused by weather, road conditions or itinerary changes
- ❌ Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
Things to Carry
Cancellation Policy
- Booking amount: Strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Remaining Trip Amount (if paid in advance):
- 15 days or more before departure: 75% refund of the remaining trip amount (excluding the booking amount).
- 7–14 days before departure: 50% refund of the remaining trip amount (excluding the booking amount).
- Less than 7 days before departure: No refund.
- No-show & unused services: No refund for no-show, late arrival, early departure or unused services.
Note: Trekking Mantra reserves the right to modify or cancel the itinerary due to weather conditions, road closures, operational requirements or government regulations.
FAQs
Is this trip safe?
The trip is led by a trip captain, and the itinerary may be modified or rearranged in the interest of traveller safety.
What is the registration amount?
₹5,000 per person, which is non-refundable and adjusted against the total trip cost.
What is the starting price?
The Spiti Valley Full Circuit starts at ₹16,999 per person on triple sharing.
What are the other room-sharing prices?
Triple sharing ₹16,999/person, double sharing ₹17,499/person and single room ₹19,999/person.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is not included where the itinerary specifically mentions it as self-paid.
Is lunch included?
Lunch is not included and lunch at the World's Highest Café is self-paid.
Is travel insurance included?
No. Travel insurance is not included. Participants are advised to arrange personal travel insurance.
What identification is required?
Indian participants must carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence or Voter ID. International participants must carry a valid passport.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes. Since the trip covers high-altitude and weather-sensitive destinations, the itinerary may be modified, delayed or rearranged in the interest of safety.
Are AC rooms provided?
AC rooms are not included due to the hilly regions covered.
Is the Chandratal 4x4 vehicle included?
The itinerary mentions an additional ₹400 charge for the private 4x4 vehicle as applicable.
What are the departure points?
Jaipur travellers will board from Sindhi Camp / Transport Nagar between approximately 8:00 PM–10:00 PM, while Delhi travellers will board from Kashmiri Gate between approximately 10:00 PM–11:00 PM.
Where will I be dropped after the trip?
Jaipur travellers will be dropped back in Jaipur, while Delhi travellers will be dropped back in Delhi through their respective return buses.
Is transportation from Jaipur included?
Yes, Jaipur to Shimla and Manali to Jaipur transportation is included for travellers selecting Jaipur as their pickup location.
Is transportation from Delhi included?
Yes, Delhi to Shimla and Manali to Delhi transportation is included for travellers selecting Delhi as their pickup location.
What happens if I miss an activity or meal?
No refund is provided for unused services, missed activities, meals or sightseeing due to personal reasons or late arrival.