Spiti Valley Trip 1 - October to May

Into the Untouched Beauty of Kinnaur. Approx. Distance: 220-240 km. Approx. Driving Time: 8-10 Hours. After breakfast, begin your journey deeper into Kinnaur Valley through Rampur and dramatic mountain roads leading towards Rakchham. En Route: Kinnaur Gate, Tranda Temple, Karchham Dam and Baspa Valley landscapes. Continue towards Chitkul, the last inhabited village on the Indian side of the Indo-Tibetan border. Overnight Stay: Rakchham.

Crossing from Kinnaur into the Magical Spiti Valley. Approx. Distance: 250-270 km. Approx. Driving Time: 9-11 Hours. Leave the peaceful Baspa Valley and begin one of the most spectacular drives towards Kaza, the heart of Spiti Valley. En Route: Khab Sangam, Nako Lake, Gue Monastery (optional), Tabo Monastery, Dhankar Monastery and Dhankar Lake (optional short trek). Landscape gradually changes from green Kinnaur valleys to the rugged barren mountains of Spiti. Overnight Stay: Kaza.

Discover the High-Altitude Villages of Spiti. Approx. Local Driving: 80-100 km. Approx. Duration: 6-8 Hours. Full-Day Spiti Exploration: Key Monastery, Kibber Village, Chicham Bridge, Langza Village, Hikkim (home to one of the world highest post offices) and Komic. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Spiti mountains, traditional villages and vast Himalayan landscapes. Overnight Stay: Kaza.

From the High Desert of Spiti to the Green Valleys of Kinnaur. Approx. Distance: 210-220 km. Approx. Driving Time: 7-9 Hours. Begin the scenic journey back towards Kalpa through the spectacular Spiti-Kinnaur route. En Route: Nako Lake (if missed earlier), panoramic Himalayan viewpoints and scenic mountain roads. At Kalpa: Kalpa Village and magnificent views of the Kinner Kailash Range. Overnight Stay: Kalpa.

Kinnaur Mountain Views and Sacred Heritage. Approx. Distance: 85-100 km. Approx. Driving Time: 4-5 Hours. Explore the beautiful surroundings of Kalpa before driving towards Sarahan. Kalpa Sightseeing: Suicide Point, Kalpa Monastery and Roghi Village. Continue towards Sarahan via Karchham Dam, Tranda Temple and Jeori. Sarahan: Bhimakali Temple, Shrikhand Peak View, Local Market and Scenic Viewpoints. Overnight Stay: Sarahan.

A Scenic Return Through the Hills. Approx. Distance: 175-180 km. Approx. Driving Time: 6-7 Hours. Begin the journey back towards Shimla through Rampur, Narkanda and Kufri. The drive offers beautiful views of Himalayan valleys, forests and mountain settlements. Shimla leisure and sightseeing: Mall Road, Christ Church and Jakhoo Temple. Overnight Stay: Shimla.

A Journey Back with Beautiful Memories. Approx. Distance: 116-120 km. Approx. Driving Time: 4.5-5 Hours. After breakfast, check out and begin the return journey towards Ambala. Drop at Ambala. Your memorable Himachal Pradesh and Spiti Valley journey comes to an end with unforgettable memories of high mountains, ancient monasteries, remote villages and spectacular Himalayan landscapes.