8 Days Spiti Circuit Biking Trip with Himalayan
Challenging Terrains, high passes, exhilarating views and one hell of a machine is what all bikers dream of. If you too are one of those who have a passion to ride on seemingly endless roads, then perhaps a bike trip to Spiti Valley is all that you need.
Spiti Valley is a high altitude desert whose beauty unveils after a tough and tricky ride through the most challenging roads of Himalayas. If you feel the need for adrenaline, you got your share of dose right throughout your trip to Spiti.
A bike expedition to Spiti can give you the feel of riding through the passes of Leh Ladakh, as this place is popularly called the mini version of it! As you begin your journey to Spiti from Manali, you travel through the popular Rohtang Pass located in the Pir Panjal Range of Himalayas. This ride will feed your appetite for thrill and vast soul-satiating panoramas.
As you leave behind the chaos of cities, Spiti Valley will happily embrace you into a zone of peace and love. Soak in the holy vibes at Key Monastery, which is an important place of pilgrimage for the Buddhist population residing in Spiti. Explore the long lost stories in the fossils of Langza Village and witness the grandeur of the golden statue of Buddha. Ride upto the highest post office in the world at Hikkim and send a postcard to your loved ones and also to yourself! In short, just forget about the metropolis life for a few days and spend some time in a natural retreat at this high altitude desert!
Our Bikes are already vrooming and we are all set to take you to this less explored paradise through our Spiti Valley Tour Packages for 2024! Time to get #Spitified!
Itinerary
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Day 1
Departure from Delhi to Tirthan Valley. Overnight Journey In Volvo [ Distance: Approx 470 km, Duration: 11-12 Hours ]
Leave from Delhi by evening and reach Aut next morning.
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Day 2
Reach Aut - Transfer to Gushaini - Overnight stay at Gushaini.
Depart for Gushaini (Backpackers)/ Bikers will head to Manali to collect their bikes & test ride from Manali to Gushaini. Check-in to the resort. Breakfast and freshen up ( Bikers will be doing it in Manali). Trek to Choie waterfall (For Backpackers). Dinner and Overnight Sleep.
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Day 3
Departure to Chitkul via Kinnaur Valley. Overnight stay at Chitkul. [ Distance: Approx 230 km, Duration: 10 -11 Hours ]
Early morning, begin the journey to Chitkul, the last Indian village towards China border. Experience the journey through magnificent landscapes of Kinnaur valley along the banks of Satluj River. Reach Chitkul by evening, check-in the camps, dinner and sleep overnight.
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Day 4
Explore Chitkul - Transfer to Kalpa. Overnight stay at Kalpa. [Distance: Approx 80km, Duration: 6-7 Hours]
Wake up early morning to experience one of the most beautiful sunrises. Explore the local village of Chitkul. Depart for Kalpa by Noon. Reach Kalpa by evening, check-in to the hotel, dinner and sleep overnight.
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Day 5
Transfer from Kalpa to Kaza via Nako - Tabo - Ka loops. Overnight stay at Kaza. [Distance: 220 km, Duration: 8- 9 Hours]
Wake-up early morning & after breakfast start your journey to Spiti Valley. Enter Spiti valley through Sumdo Border. Visit Nako Tabo villages en route Kaza. Cross the Ka loops en route Kaza. Reach Kaza by evening. Check-in to the campsite. Dinner & sleep overnight.
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Day 6
Visit Key Monastery - Hikkim - Komic - Langza. Overnight stay at Kaza. [Distance: Approx 80km, Duration: 6-7 Hours]
Being remotely located atop a hill overlooking endless plains, the Key Monastery is a world famous center for learning and is an obvious choice for those seeking peace and calm. Further, drive to the highest suspension bridge in Asia - The Chicham Bridge. Visit some of the highest inhabited regions of the world. The highest village in Asia – Komic, situated at a height of 4513 m, has a population of 84 people and is cut off from rest of the world for most parts of the year. Later, we drive to Hikkim, where we have a chance to send postcards from the world’s highest post office! At Langza, walk back to the prehistoric era when Spiti was submerged by the Tethys Sea, as you explore a land very rich with fossils of Marine animals and plants which were here millions of years ago. Overnight at Kaza.
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Day 7
Depart for Chandra Taal - Overnight stay near Chandra Taal. [Distance: Approx 95 km, Duration: 5 - 6 Hours]
Wake up early morning and after having breakfast check-out of the campsite. Depart for Chandra Taal lake. On the way , take a pit stop for snacks at Losar, the last village of Spiti Valley. Reach Chandra Taal by evening & check-in to the camps. Dinner and stay in tents under the gaze of a million stars and the Milky Way Galaxy.
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Day 8
Depart for Manali - Old Manali café crawl - Overnight stay at Manali. [ Distance: 111 km, Duration: 6 - 7 Hours]
Wake up early morning & after breakfast depart for Manali. Reach Manali by evening Check-in to the hotel. Old Manali café crawl. Dinner and Sleep Overnight.
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Day 9
Self-explore Manali - Departure to Delhi. [ Distance: 510 km, Duration: 10 - 11 Hours]
Wake up early morning & enjoy the beautiful sunrise. Manali self-exploration Places to visit- Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali street, Mall Road. Depart for Delhi by evening. Reach Delhi the next morning.
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Day 10
Depart for Manali - Old Manali café crawl - Overnight stay at Manali. [ Distance: 111 km, Duration: 6 - 7 Hours]
Wake up early morning & after breakfast depart for Manali. Reach Manali by evening Check-in to the hotel. Old Manali café crawl. Dinner and Sleep Overnight.
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Day 11
Reach Delhi by morning
Reach Delhi by morning
Inclusions
- Riding Gears – Helmet, Riding Gloves ( only for riders), Elbow Guards, Knee Pads (Though it is recommended you carry your own helmet for comfort)
- An Oxygen Cylinder 24X7 in the car in case of emergency
- Team Captain throughout the trip
- Driver Night Charges, Toll Tax, Parking Charges, etc
- All inner line permits for the trip
- Mechanical Backup
- A total of 13 meals – 2 Meal on Day 1 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 1 Meal on Day 2 (Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 3 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 4 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meals on Day 5 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 2 Meal on Day 6 (Breakfast + Dinner) + 1 Meal on Day 7 (Breakfast) + 1 Meal on Day 8 (Breakfast).
- 7 nights’ accommodation – 1 Night in a resort at Gushaini, 1 Night in camps at Chitkul, 1 Night in hotel at Kalpa, 2 Nights in Camps at Kaza, 1 Night in camps at Chandra Taal, 1 Night in Hotel at Manali, on triple sharing basis
- Entire travel from Aut to Manali by tempo traveler/cab (For Tempo Traveler Option)
- Fuel Expenses for the bike from Manali to Manali
- Bike Rent for 7 days (for biking option)
- Volvo transfer from Delhi to Manali & back ( Not included for self bike option).
Exclusions
- Volvo Transfers are not included for Self Bike option
- Any damage to the bike except engine damage must be borne by the client.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like landslides, roadblocks etc. (to be borne directly by the customer on the spot)
- Any personal expenses like a tip to the drivers, entry to monuments/monasteries, camera/video camera charges, camel safari, river rafting, laundry, telephone bills, tips, etc
- Any personal expenses like a tip to the drivers, entry to monuments/monasteries,
- Any kind of food or beverage that is not included in the package like alcoholic drinks, mineral water, meals/refreshments/lunches on the highway.
- GST (5%) is applicable extra.