Spiti Valley Biking and Backpacking Trip
About The Trip
If adventure flows in your veins and your heart skips a beat every time you hear about a road trip on the Himalayas, this Spiti Valley Backpacking and Biking Road Trip awaits you. We call you for 11 days filled with surprises from 9 places on the vehicle of your choice.
Believe it or not, we are going on a rendezvous of rolling hills, stunning landscapes, offbeat locations, and dramatic enlightenment of our inner self. From insane views from the last inhabited village of India to the highest post office, you will cross paradisiacal monasteries, beautiful temples and babbling rivers.
As a traveller, it would not be easy, but the thrill and adventure will keep you going. The road will take the following route: Delhi -> Jibhi -> Chitkul -> Kalpa -> Dhankar -> Kaza -> Spiti -> Batal -> Manali.
This is going to be too exciting, and we sincerely want you to join us. Here is a brief itinerary of the Spiti Valley Backpacking and Biking Road Trip with Plan the Unplanned:
Trip Highlights
- Meet fellow travellers and kick off your journey from Delhi to Jibhi.
- Enjoy the heavenly Cedar and Pine forests in Jibhi.
- In Chitkul, eat apples, play along the side of river Baspa, and enjoy snow-clad mountains.
- Eat snacks at India’s Akhiri Dhaba in the Sangla Valley.
- Meditate in Kalpa Monastery and go to Suicide Point.
- Exploring Kungri Monastery, Pin Valley and Mud Village in Kaza.
- Go to attain peace in Key Monastery in Spiti and see the breathtaking views from the Chincham bridge – India's highest bridge.
- Also, go to the highest village in the world – Komic village.
- Go shopping, cafe-hopping, talking, exploring in the local market of Manali.
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Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Departure from Delhi to Jibhi with an overnight journey.
Day 2: Arrival at Jibhi, introduction to bikes, and leisure time for the day.
Day 3: Drive from Jibhi to Chitkul, covering a distance of 214 kilometers in 10 hours.
Day 4: Drive from Chitkul to Kalpa, covering a distance of 60 kilometers in 3 hours.
Day 5: Drive from Kalpa to Dhankar, covering a distance of 200 kilometers in 7 hours.
Day 6: Drive from Dhankar to Kaza, covering a distance of 40 kilometers in 4 hours.
Day 7: Sightseeing day in Spiti.
Day 8: Drive from Kaza to Chandratal/Batal, covering a distance of 100 kilometers in 5 hours.
Day 9: Drive from Chandratal to Manali, covering a distance of 250 kilometers in 12 hours.
Day 10: Leisure day in Manali.
Day 11: Arrival in Delhi, and the tour ends.
Inclusions & Exclusions
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Detail Itinerary
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
After meeting, shaking hands with each other, and settling in the bus, trek Leaders will brief about Spiti Valley Backpacking and Biking Road Trip. Strangeness or any shackle of fleeting doubts will disappear into thin air after the initial introduction. Then, you will be free to explore things yourself. We will leave Delhi at 7:00 pm and will reach Jibhi in the morning.
*The pickup point would be RK Ashram or Majnu Ka Tila (tentative).
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
Participants who opt for the Traveller option will get down at Aut Tunnel and head towards Jibhi. As for others, you will head to Manali to collect bikes. Later, after the test run, all will move towards Jibhi.
Jibhi is a small hamlet famous for fishing, hiking and birding. It’s also a hotspot for offbeat trail lovers. Amidst the Cedar and Pine forests, as you will make yourself comfortable, let the sunset into the hills. If you have time, take a stroll around, and Jibhi will not disappoint you.
The evenings are colder, and so we will return to our homestay by sunset. After dinner, rest for the night and gear up for the trek that follows the next day.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
After breakfast, we start to the last inhabited village of India – Chitkul, which is 215 km from Jibhi. We will finally reach the magical Chitkul. Snow-clad mountains, green-red apple orchards, deodar trees, and the gurgling Baspa river contribute to the beauty.
Mathi Temple and Chitkul Fort are sightseeing locations and of religious and historical significance. Take a halt at India’s Akhiri Dhaba in Chitkul and sprawl through the beautiful Sangla Valley.
You can enjoy the sunset on the way to homestay. Post-check-in, a delicious dinner will be served in the evening. Stay here for the night and slip into a deep slumber in Chitkul’s atmosphere.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
Post breakfast, we will be on the road to Kalpa. It lies at a distance of 60 km from Chitkul. Midway we will make a stop at Reckong Peo town. It is a chief village of the Kinnaur region, nestled at the height of 2,768 m and is famously known as “the abode of god”. It also serves as the entry point to Kalpa. As we head towards Kalpa, if the weather is clear, Mount Kailash boldly will offer its panoramic views.
In Kalpa, we will spend the rest of the day in Kalpa Monastery and Suicide Point. This will mark the day as complete, and after a healthy dinner, we will spend the night here.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
After early breakfast, the group will start at Dhankar. It is at a distance of 200 km and is approximately a seven-hour drive. On the journey, we will stop at Tabo Monastery and Nako Village.
Later after check-in, dinner and conversations, we will call off the day and sleep.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
Dhankar to Kaza is the journey of inner realisations. It is known as the largest township in Lahaul and Spiti Valley. Beautiful rocky mountains covered in all shades, crystal clear rivers, peaceful monasteries improves not only the beauty of Kaza but gives it a different angle altogether. What else should we say? Go and find out yourself.
On the way from Dhankar to Kaza, we will stop at Kungri Monastery, Pin Valley and Mud Village.
Slowly the sun will set, and following nature’s rules, we will have our dinner in magical Kaza and stay overnight here.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
We will start the day with a stroll at Key Monastery and Chicham Bridge (Asia’s highest bridge). Later, we will visit Hikkim – the highest post office in the world.
We will then go to one of the highest villages in the world, marooned at the height of 4600 m and connected by motorable roads; Komic village will surely surprise you.
Finally, we will go to Langza – the most beautiful village in Spiti Valley – known as Fossil Village.
Later, we will head back to Kaza, have dinner, play, dance, repeat, and last sleep.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
Head start the day with an energetic breakfast. Move to Chandratal or Batal, midway stop at Kunzum Pass. The whole distance is 100 km. Later, we will serve dinner that will follow an overnight stay.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
Manali is at a distance of 250 km and is an 8 hours dashing ride. Additionally, we will pass the Rohtang pass on the way. We will reach Manali in the afternoon. There is so much to do in Manali that will keep you occupied for the day.
Post dinner, we will either take a stroll of the town or play at the homestay, whichever the group will decide.
Breakfast, Dinner
Bike
Homestay | (Accomodation on sharing basis for both men and women)
Details
The group will be left at their discretion. You can engage in activities that you love doing the most – shopping, cafe hopping, sightseeing, talking to locals, or just taking a break from everything and meditate in a nearby temple.
Then later in the evening, we will start our journey to Delhi.
Breakfast
Bike
Stay Not Applicable
Details
We will reach Delhi early in the morning. With heavy hearts and sweet smiles, it is time to bid goodbye with bundles of memories.
We will ensure that your Spiti Valley Backpacking and Biking road Trip with PTU will not be the last one. You are our companion, and taking you on such trips is always a pleasure. Meanwhile, check out our other itineraries. We will wait for your call. Till then, keep living each second of your life and keep inspiring.
Things To Carry
- Down Jacket (Main jacket)
- Mufflers/ Neck Warmer
- Raincoat/ Poncho
- Sunscreen Lotion
- Sunglasses
- Inner Layer
- Tshirt or Fleece
- Trek Pant
- Extra pair of Socks
- Woolen Cap
- Rucksack (At least 40L)
- Extra pair of Clothes
- Undergarments
- Slippers
- Power Bank
- Torch
- Water Bottle
- Tissue Roll
- Hand Sanitizer
- Personal Toiletries
- Medicines
- First Aid Kit
- *Add extra thermal layers and sweater during the winter season
Policy and Terms
Here's the cancellation policy for Himalayan Treks/Backpacking Trips/Road Trips
- If you cancel before 30 days - 90% of amount will be refunded
- If you cancel between 20 -30 days - 75% % of amount will be refunded
- If you cancel between 15-19 days - 50% will be refunded
- If you cancel between 7-14 days - 25 % amount will be refunded
- If you cancel between 0- 7 days before the departure date - No amount would be refunded.
- *Intimation Period means the number of days before the tour is scheduled to start
- **Cancellation Fee is the amount of money that will be deducted from the total billing amount before offering the refund.
- Refund/Cancellation requests are accepted only by email at [email protected] and not via call or Whatsapp.
Note: For All The Above Refund Cases Transaction Fees/Internet Handling Charges will be dedcuted from the overall amount and balance amount shall be refunded. You can transfer your ticket to anyone so that you could save your hard earned money
For other trips and travels with us, and detailed terms and conditions c
FAQ's
Additional Information
How is the Trip /Trek Organised?
For the proper organization of Backpacking Trips and Himalayan treks, Plan the Unplanned team is associated with a local experienced team that’s registered with ATOAI (Adventure Tour Operators Association of India)
Moreover, we have been working with them for 10 years. Their highly skilled staff with 20+ years of experience, professional local guides and BMC certified trek leaders are the reasons for our continuing partnership with them. The team shall manage all operations, medical and mechanical backup starting from the base location.
Only when we have over 8 bookings from Bangalore, do we send our leaders from Bangalore.
Note: To properly utilize resources, a batch from PTU is clubbed with trekkers who originally book with the local team. This is how all trekking organizations manage their treks. An exclusive PTU batch is only formed when we have a majority of bookings ( over 8 and above ) from PTU
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