About this Spiti Valley Tour 5 Nights / 6 Days Package
This Spiti Valley Tour 5 Nights / 6 Days package covers the best of Kinnaur and Spiti – apple orchards and wooden villages along the Sutlej, the cold desert of Spiti with its 1,000-year-old monasteries, the highest villages of the world and the blue Chandratal Lake (Chandertaal) below Kunzum La.
Pickup is at Manali Volvo Parking and the drop at Manali Volvo Parking (Day 6 evening). You stay Chandratal (camp) (1 night), Kaza (3 nights), Manali (1 night) with breakfast and dinner, with a private cab for the whole trip – the price is the same on every date of the season.
Day-wise plan – Day 1: Manali → Atal Tunnel → Batal → Chandratal; Day 2: Chandratal → Kunzum La → Losar → Kaza; Day 3: Key, Kibber (Asia’s Highest Village), Chicham Bridge (Asia’s Highest Hanging Bridge), Langza (Giant Maitreya Buddha Statue), Komic (Highest Village in the World) & Hikkim (Highest Post Office in the World); Day 4: Dhankar & Tabo Monastery (day trip); Day 5: Kaza → Losar → Kunzum La → Atal Tunnel → Manali; Day 6: Manali Local Sightseeing · Evening Drop at Manali Volvo Parking.
Travel Himalayas is an HP Govt. approved tour operator in Manali since 2002 and has been running Spiti tours for over 20 years. See also our Leh Ladakh packages, Himachal packages and booking procedure.
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Spiti Valley Tour 5 Nights / 6 Days – Short Itinerary
- DAY 1Manali → Atal Tunnel → Batal → Chandratalapprox. 115 km6–7 hrs
- DAY 2Chandratal → Kunzum La → Losar → Kazaapprox. 100 km5–6 hrs
- DAY 3Key, Kibber (Asia’s Highest Village), Chicham Bridge (Asia’s Highest Hanging Bridge), Langza (Giant Maitreya Buddha Statue), Komic (Highest Village in the World) & Hikkim (Highest Post Office in the World)approx. 95 km8–9 hrs
- DAY 4Dhankar & Tabo Monastery (day trip)approx. 130 km6–7 hrs
- DAY 5Kaza → Losar → Kunzum La → Atal Tunnel → Manaliapprox. 190 km9–10 hrs
- DAY 6Manali Local Sightseeing · Evening Drop at Manali Volvo Parkingapprox. 20 km4–5 hrs
Route Map – Spiti Valley Tour 5 Nights / 6 Days
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🧭 Drawn from real map coordinates (north is up). Every place of the itinerary is marked; places inside one town are listed in its box. 📏 km = approx. road distance from the nearest night-stay town shown in the label. Road map style: yellow dots = places with altitude, red dots = night stay, ⊟ = mountain pass, blue = lake. Lines join the stops of each day – actual roads curve through the mountains. 🏨 = night stay. Tap a day to highlight its route.
Day-wise Detail Itinerary with Distance & Time
DAY 1Manali → Atal Tunnel → Batal → Chandratal
approx. 115 km6–7 hrs▼
Pickup from Manali Volvo Parking or your Manali hotel at 7 AM. The overnight Volvos from Delhi usually arrive between 7 and 10 AM, so we suggest arriving in Manali a day earlier to rest before the high-altitude drive.
Through the Atal Tunnel into Lahaul and up the wild Chandra valley to Batal. In the afternoon walk to Chandratal Lake and stay the night in a Swiss camp near the lake:
- Atal Tunnel · 9.02 km long · South Portal approx. 25 km
Opened in 2020, one of the world's longest highway tunnels above 10,000 ft. It links Lahaul with Solang side in about 10 minutes. - Chhatru · Chandra valley
Small camp and dhaba halt on the rough road along the Chandra river. - Batal · 3,960 m · Chandra valley
Tiny halt on the Chandra river below Kunzum La, known for the Chacha Chachi dhaba. - Chandratal Lake · 4,300 m · Moon Lake
Crescent-shaped lake of changing blue colours below the Chandra Bhaga peaks, reached by a short walk from the parking.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Manali → Solang → Atal Tunnel → Khoksar | approx. 42 km | 1.5 hrs |
| Khoksar → Gramphu → Chhatru | approx. 22 km | 1 hr |
| Chhatru → Batal | approx. 31 km | 2 hrs |
| Batal → Chandratal camps | approx. 15 km | 45 min |
🌙 Overnight stay in a Swiss camp at Chandratal (Chandertaal)
DAY 2Chandratal → Kunzum La → Losar → Kaza
approx. 100 km5–6 hrs▼
Sunrise at the lake, then over Kunzum La – with its temple and prayer flags – into the Spiti valley. Drive down the Spiti river past Losar to Kaza, the main town of Spiti:
- Chandratal Lake · 4,300 m · Moon Lake
Crescent-shaped lake of changing blue colours below the Chandra Bhaga peaks, reached by a short walk from the parking. - Kunzum La · 4,551 m · high pass
High pass between Spiti and Lahaul with the Kunzum Mata temple, prayer flags and views of the Bara Shigri glacier peaks. - Losar · 4,079 m · last village of Spiti
Last village of Spiti before Kunzum La, with green fields, a small monastery and homestays. - Kaza Market · Kaza
Small market with cafés, woollens, Tibetan handicrafts and the Sakya Tangyud monastery nearby.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Chandratal → Kunzum La | approx. 22 km | 1 hr |
| Kunzum La → Losar | approx. 19 km | 1 hr |
| Losar → Kiato → Kaza | approx. 57 km | 2 hrs |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Kaza
DAY 3Key, Kibber (Asia’s Highest Village), Chicham Bridge (Asia’s Highest Hanging Bridge), Langza (Giant Maitreya Buddha Statue), Komic (Highest Village in the World) & Hikkim (Highest Post Office in the World)
approx. 95 km8–9 hrs▼
A full day of the best of Spiti around Kaza. Morning: Key Monastery, Kibber village and Chicham Bridge. Afternoon: the high villages of Langza, Komic and Hikkim:
- Key Monastery · 4,166 m · approx. 12 km
The biggest monastery of Spiti, built like a fort on a conical hill, with monks, prayer halls and old murals. - Kibber · Asia’s Highest Village · 4,270 m
High village of white houses on a rocky ledge, base for snow leopard spotting in winter. - Chicham Bridge · Asia’s Highest Hanging Bridge
One of the highest bridges in Asia, hanging over a deep gorge between Kibber and Chicham. - Langza · Giant Maitreya Buddha Statue · 4,400 m
High village with a giant golden Buddha statue looking over the valley, known for marine fossils found in its fields. - Komic · Highest Village in the World · 4,587 m
One of the highest motorable villages in the world, with the old Tangyud monastery. - Hikkim Post Office · Highest Post Office in the World · 4,400 m
One of the highest post offices in the world – send a postcard home from here.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kaza → Key Monastery → Kibber → Chicham Bridge | approx. 24 km | 1.5 hrs |
| Chicham → Kibber → Kaza | approx. 26 km | 1 hr |
| Kaza → Langza → Komic → Hikkim → Kaza | approx. 45 km | 2.5 hrs |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Kaza
DAY 4Dhankar & Tabo Monastery (day trip)
approx. 130 km6–7 hrs▼
Day trip down the Spiti river to the cliff-top Dhankar Monastery and the 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery, returning to Kaza by evening:
- Dhankar Monastery · 3,894 m · on a cliff
Old monastery and fort built on a crumbling cliff above the meeting point of the Spiti and Pin rivers. - Dhankar Lake · approx. 1 hr hike
High-altitude lake above Dhankar village, reached by a steep walk of about one hour (optional). - Tabo Monastery · 3,280 m · founded 996 AD
More than 1,000 years old, the Ajanta of the Himalayas, with mud temples full of ancient murals and statues. - Tabo Caves · Above Tabo village
Meditation caves cut into the cliff above Tabo, still used by monks, with a view over the whole village.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kaza → Dhankar | approx. 38 km | 1.5 hrs |
| Dhankar → Tabo | approx. 32 km | 1.5 hrs |
| Tabo → Kaza | approx. 47 km | 1.5–2 hrs |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Kaza
DAY 5Kaza → Losar → Kunzum La → Atal Tunnel → Manali
approx. 190 km9–10 hrs▼
An early start (6 AM) for the long drive back over Kunzum La and down the Chandra valley, through the Atal Tunnel to Manali:
- Losar · 4,079 m · last village of Spiti
Last village of Spiti before Kunzum La, with green fields, a small monastery and homestays. - Kunzum La · 4,551 m · high pass
High pass between Spiti and Lahaul with the Kunzum Mata temple, prayer flags and views of the Bara Shigri glacier peaks. - Batal · 3,960 m · Chandra valley
Tiny halt on the Chandra river below Kunzum La, known for the Chacha Chachi dhaba. - Chhatru · Chandra valley
Small camp and dhaba halt on the rough road along the Chandra river. - Atal Tunnel · 9.02 km long · South Portal approx. 25 km
Opened in 2020, one of the world's longest highway tunnels above 10,000 ft. It links Lahaul with Solang side in about 10 minutes.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Kaza → Losar → Kunzum La | approx. 76 km | 3 hrs |
| Kunzum La → Batal → Chhatru | approx. 43 km | 2.5 hrs |
| Chhatru → Gramphu → Atal Tunnel → Manali | approx. 72 km | 2.5–3 hrs |
🌙 Overnight stay at hotel in Manali
DAY 6Manali Local Sightseeing – Evening Drop at Manali Volvo Parking
approx. 20 km4–5 hrs▼
After breakfast, check out from the hotel (your luggage stays in the car).
Visit the main sights of Manali town:
- Hadimba Devi Temple · Dhungri forest · 2 km
Four-tier pagoda wooden temple built in 1553, dedicated to Hidimba, wife of Bhima. Set in a tall deodar forest, with the Ghatotkach shrine nearby. Yak rides and photos in local Himachali dress. - Club House · Old Manali road · 2 km
Fun spot on the Manalsu stream with indoor games, river crossing and small amusement rides. Good for families, with a small market for woollens. - Tibetan Monastery · Near Mall Road
Colourful Gadhan Thekchhokling monastery built by Tibetan settlers, with a large Buddha statue, murals and prayer wheels. Tibetan market for handicrafts nearby. - Van Vihar · On the Beas river
Peaceful park of giant deodar trees on the bank of the Beas, opposite Mall Road. Small lake with boating in season. - Mall Road · Heart of Manali
Manali's main street for an evening walk, cafes, local food and shopping for shawls, woollens and dry fruits.
| Route | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Manali local sightseeing (round) | approx. 20 km | 4–5 hrs |
| Manali → Volvo Parking drop | 2–5 km | 10–20 min |
In the evening we drop you at Manali Volvo Parking for your return Volvo (most leave between 4 PM and 6:30 PM). Tour ends.
Spiti Valley 5N/6D Package Price 2026 – Complete Package Cost
| 🏨 5 nights hotels & camps (breakfast & dinner) | |
| 🚗 Private cab for the whole tour (6 days) |
💡 The amount is the complete package cost for your whole group (not per person), and it is the same on every date. Hotels & camps: ₹1,500 per person per night with breakfast & dinner (Chandratal Swiss camp ₹2,500). Rooms as per group (max 3 adults per room, or 2 adults + 2 children below 12). Single person in a room: 80% of the double-room rate (e.g. ₹2,400 instead of ₹3,000 at ₹1,500 per person). Children below 5 years are complimentary (no hotel cost; they still count for vehicle seats). Cab per day: Ertiga ₹4,500 · Toyota Innova ₹5,500 · Toyota Innova Crysta ₹6,500 · Mahindra Scorpio N ₹6,500 · Tempo Traveller 12 Seater ₹7,000 · Tempo Traveller 14 Seater ₹7,000 · Tempo Traveller 17 Seater ₹7,500 – 6 days, the same vehicle for the whole tour (tours shorter than 6 days: +₹500 per day, Tempo Traveller +₹1,000 per day). This tour runs from 15 June – 15 October. 🔒 Fixed rates – no bargaining please 😊. 20% advance confirms booking, balance on arrival.
Hotels & Camps – Chandratal, Kaza, Manali
| Category | Chandratal camp (1N) | Kaza (3N) | Manali (1N) | Meal Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | Hotel name | Hotel name | Hotel name | MAP |
| Deluxe (3★) | Hotel name | Hotel name | Hotel name | MAP |
| Super Deluxe | Hotel name | Hotel name | Hotel name | MAP |
| Premium (4★) | Hotel name | Hotel name | Hotel name | MAP |
MAP = Breakfast + Dinner. Hotels shown are "or similar". At Chandratal you stay in Swiss tents with attached or common washrooms (no hotels near the lake). In Chitkul, Tabo and Losar hotels are simple but clean. Check-in 12 noon, check-out 10 AM. Early check-in subject to availability. Hotel photos and options shared on WhatsApp.
Inclusions – What the Package Includes
- Pickup from Manali Volvo Parking on Day 1 and drop at Manali Volvo Parking (Day 6 evening) on Day 6
- Manali local sightseeing on the last day
- 5 nights stay on twin / triple sharing – Chandratal (camp) 1 night, Kaza 3 nights, Manali 1 night
- Daily breakfast & dinner (MAP plan)
- Private cab for the whole tour as per itinerary & vehicle selected
- Fuel, toll tax, parking, state tax, green tax & driver allowance (driver food & accommodation)
Exclusions – Not Included
- Monument & Museum Entrance Fees for the sights mentioned in the Itinerary.
- Any Kind of Personal Expenses or Optional Tours / Extra Meals Ordered.
- Cost of Oxygen Cylinder, Diamox Tablets for high altitude sickness.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”.
- Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone Calls.
- Train / flight / bus tickets to the pickup point and from the drop point.
- Inner line permit for foreign nationals (Sumdo – Kaza – Kinnaur border area) – arranged on request.
- The Services of Vehicle is not included on leisure days & after finishing the sightseeing tour as per the Itinerary.
- Any Kind of Drinks (Alcoholic, Mineral, Aerated).
- Guide fee, camera fee, Soft or Hard drinks, Starters.
- Medical & Travel insurance.
- Additional costs due to landslides, road blocks, snowfall, bad weather etc.
- Any changes you may choose to make during your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the pickup and drop?
Pickup is at Manali Volvo Parking on Day 1 and the drop at Manali Volvo Parking (Day 6 evening) on Day 6.
What is the best time for this Spiti tour?
Mid-June to mid-October, when Kunzum La and the Chandratal road are open. July to September is the most popular time. From mid-December to mid-March choose our Winter Spiti Tour or the 4x4 Expedition instead.
Is a permit needed for Spiti?
Indian travellers only need a photo ID card at the Sumdo check post. Foreign nationals need an inner line permit for the border area between Kinnaur and Spiti, which we can arrange on request.
How do we avoid altitude sickness?
The tour climbs slowly from Kinnaur into Spiti, which helps you get used to the altitude. Drink plenty of water, avoid alcohol and walk slowly in Kaza and at Kunzum La. Oxygen cylinders and Diamox are not included.
Which vehicles are used on the Spiti route?
Ertiga, Toyota Innova, Innova Crysta and Mahindra Scorpio N for up to 6 persons, and Tempo Traveller for 12, 14 or 17 persons. Thar, Jimny and Hilux 4x4 are available only on self-drive rent in winter. Small cars like Alto or Dzire are not used on the Spiti roads.
Is the price the same on all dates?
Yes. The cab has one per-day rate for the whole year and hotels and camps have one fixed rate, so the calculator shows the same complete amount on every date. Tours shorter than 6 days have ₹500 per day extra on the cab (₹1,000 per day on a Tempo Traveller).
Do children pay for the hotel?
Children below 5 years stay free in the hotel. Children from 5 years are charged per person, and a room takes up to 3 adults or 2 adults with 2 children below 12.
How much advance is needed to book?
20% advance confirms the booking and the balance is paid on arrival. 5% GST is added only if you need a GST bill.