Spiti Valley Short Circuit – Manali | Kaza | Chandratal

Overview

Experience the raw beauty of the Himalayas on our Spiti Valley Short Circuit from Jaipur / Delhi — a 6-day adventure covering Spiti's most iconic destinations in a shorter itinerary.Your route:Jaipur / Delhi → Manali → Kaza → Chandratal → Shimla → Jaipur / DelhiTrip highlights:The dramatic landscapes around KazaHikkim, Langza and Komic — Spiti's famous high-altitude villagesKey Monastery and Chicham BridgeThe breathtaking Chandratal Lake

Highlights

• Jaipur to Manali Volvo journey
• Delhi to Manali Volvo journey
• Manali local exploration and acclimatisation
• Scenic drive from Manali to Kaza
• Explore the spectacular Spiti Valley landscapes
• Visit Hikkim – World's Highest Post Office
• Visit Langza and its iconic Buddha Statue
• Visit Komic – one of the highest motorable villages
• Explore Key Monastery
• Visit Chicham Bridge
• Explore Kaza and its local markets
• Visit World's Highest Café
• Visit World's Highest Ice Cream Shop
• Drive to the stunning Chandratal Lake
• Overnight camping near Chandratal
• Scenic return journey towards Shimla
• Shimla to Delhi / Jaipur return journey

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Jaipur/Delhi to Manali by Volvo

   Overnight Volvo to ManaliJaipur boarding: Sindhi Camp / Transport Nagar, 8–10 PMDelhi boarding: Kashmiri Gate, 10–11 PMOvernight journey to Manali, where you'll meet your trip captain and fellow travellersMeals: Dinner self-paid

2. Day 2: Manali Acclimatisation & Local Exploration

   Manali: acclimatisation & free timeCheck in and acclimatise before heading to high-altitude SpitiExplore Mall Road, local markets and cafés at your own paceOr simply relax and enjoy the mountain surroundings

3. Day 3: Manali to Kaza

   Manali → KazaScenic drive into the heart of Spiti ValleyWatch lush green mountains turn into Spiti's famous barren landscapesSubject to road and arrival conditions: Chicham Bridge, Key Monastery and the local marketStay: Kaza — dinner and overnight at the hotel

4. Day 4: Kaza Exploration

   Kaza explorationHikkim — famous for its high-altitude post officeLangza — the iconic Buddha statue and spectacular viewsKomic — one of the highest villages connected by a motorable roadLunch at the World's Highest Café (own cost) and a stop at the World's Highest Ice Cream ShopExplore Kaza market, then dinner at the hotel

5. Day 5: Kaza to Chandratal

   Kaza → Chandratal LakeEarly start through Spiti's most rugged and spectacular landscapesTime to explore Chandratal Lake and its surrounding mountainsExtra charges (payable separately): ₹300 Forest/Union charge + ₹400 private 4x4 vehicle (regular vehicles can't go all the way to the lake)Stay: Overnight at the campsite

6. Day 6: Chandratal to Shimla & Return to Jaipur/Delhi

   Chandratal → Shimla → Jaipur / DelhiCheck out after breakfast and drive to ShimlaBoard your designated bus to Delhi or JaipurArrive as per your bus schedule — the end of the Spiti Valley Short Circuit

Inclusions & Exclusions

Things to Carry

• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Warm clothes
• Thermal innerwear
• Heavy jacket
• Gloves
• Woollen cap
• Comfortable trekking shoes
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm
• Personal medicines
• Personal toiletries
• Power bank
• Water bottle
• Small backpack/daypack
• Rain protection
• Torch
• Necessary cash

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.