Spiti, which means “The middle land” signified the land between Tibet and India in olden times. It’s a cold desert in trans-himalayan region, with majority of local population following Vajrayana Buddhism similar to that found in Tibet and Ladakh.
Travel with us on our journey to Spiti, visiting some of the highest mountain passes of the world, beautiful monasteries and alpine lakes such as Chandratal.
Briefing
- Duration: 9 days
- Transportation: Motorcycle
- Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
- Accomodation: Hotel/Homestay/Camp
Itinerary
DAY 1 – Arrival to Manali
- Board overnight bus from Delhi to Manali. Test bikes by taking it on a short ride and get adjusted to your machine which will take you over some of the most rugged terrains of the world.
DAY 2 – Manali to Jibhi
- sumptuous breakfast, your dream of exploring the roads starts. Enjoy the scenic beauty and gear up for more adventurous ride. Reach Jibhi and stay overnight.
DAY 3 – Jibhi to Sangla
- Start your journey after breakfast and be excited to cross the scenic Jalori pass. Reach Sangla by evening and enjoy the stay in the midst of Himalayas.
DAY 4 – Sangla to Chitkul to Kalpa
- Today you will be visiting India’s last village – Chitkul village. The experience of mountains with flowing water and with chirping birds makes you feel the heaven. Reach Kalpa by evening, check in to hotel and relax for the day.
DAY 5 – Kalpa to Tabo
- After getting up for fresh air, start your journey further. You will cross one of the world’s dangerous roads and don’t be surprised by seeing the sign boards. Visit the famous Tabo monastery and stay overnight in Tabo.
DAY 6 – Tabo to Pin Valley to Kaza
- Gear up your ride to experience the Mudh village and show your riding skills. Words would be short enough to explain the beauty of Pin valley. Post lunch, start your ride towards Kaza where the adventurous ride begins from now on.
DAY 7 – Kaza sightseeing
- Visit local places in Kaza today and get acclimatized. You will be visiting Langza buddha statue, Komic village, Hikkim where you will find world’s highest post office. In the evening roam around Kaza market road to enjoy the local culture.
DAY 8 – Kaza to Key Monastery to Chandrataal
- Start your journey after breakfast from Kaza. You will be visiting famous Key monastery. Going further, Kunzum pass and Chicham bridge will be marked in the list. Be ready to be mesmerised by seeing the beauty of it. Reach Chandrataal by evening and enjoy taking a ride towards the lake and stay overnight.
DAY 9 – Chandrataal to Manali
- Today will be the most challenging ride of the entire trip. Be ready for water crossings and enjoy the feeling of achievement. We will be crossing Rohtang pass today and capture the scenic beauty in your memories. Reach Manali by evening, freshen up and take an overnight bus to Delhi. Rest in the bus by cherishing all the beautiful memories of Himalayas.
Includes
- Bikes: 350CC Royal Enfield for single rider and 500CC Royal Enfield for Double Rider (Depends on package)
- Helmets for rider and pillion
- Accomodation on twin sharing basis for couples and triple sharing basis for others
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Spare parts for bike(Any damage or change of spares should be payable directly)
- First aid kit
- Tour leader and Mechanic
- Backup vehicle
Excludes
- Riding gear
- Parking fees for bikes and entry fees for museums, monasteries etc
- Fuel for bikes
- Personal expenses like telephone bill, laundry etc
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Cost of any spare part used
- Insurance of any type such as Medical, Travel etc
- Lunch or any other meal not mentioned in inclusions
- GST
- Any additional costs incurred due to nature's fury
Some Frequently asked questions about places to visit in Coorg
Question: Can I get different bike?
Answer: Definitely. However there will be extra charges applicable based on which bike you choose.
Question: Can I customise plan?
Answer: You can customise the plan if you’re coming with a group of minimum 10 people.
Question: Will there be backup fuel in case of emergency?
Answer: Yes. We’ll carry backup fuel and it’ll be charged based on usage.
You Should Know
- Please avoid wearing jewellery and other valuable items
- Rain gears are mandatory for all participants.
- The team/Organizers are not responsible for any loss of your valuables
- We do not entertain Alcohol/any kind of Drug during the event
- We strictly follow the "Litter free Atmosphere", do co-operate
- Kindly adhere to the instructions of the Leads in order to enjoy the road trip in a safe manner
Pandemic Measures
We will be following below measures to keep our fellow travelers safe during this pandemic -
- Participants should get masks and sanitizers of their own
- People falling under the age group of below 16 and above 50 are not allowed (having their health as our concern)
- Participants with any symptoms of cough/cold/fever are advised to stay back
- We ensure that the place of stay is well sanitized and safe for travelers
You Should Carry
- Identity proof
- Face Mask
- Trekking shoes – good trekking shoes with a good grip and ankle support. Avoid carrying the sports shoes
- Minimum two layers of warm clothes – two to three layers of jackets including the padded and fleece
jackets
- Trek Pants – two to three trek pants are required. Jeans/Denims are not suitable for trekking
- Sunglasses – it is essential because sometimes the humongous amount of snow could lead to snow
blindness
- Thermals – top and bottom thermals are important
- Water proof hand gloves – avoid woollen gloves as it might get wet while touching the snow
- Cap – sunrays are quite strong at height so keep a cap to protect yourself
- Socks – keep 3-4 pairs of sports socks with a pair of woollen socks especially for the night time
- LED torch/ Headlamp – it’s a Must
- Ponchos/Raincoats – snowfall and rain are very common at high altitudes and poncho and raincoats could
help in avoiding getting wet. If possible, carry a backpack cover to protect your belongings.
- Toiletries – it is mandatory
- Snacks – like dry fruits, light biscuits, energy bars, etc.
- Medication – personal medication is also required
- Water Bottles – carrying your own good quality water bottle is a must
Please check the travel instructions issued by the state govrenment/local authorities
before booking, as some destinations may have COVID-19 related travel/camping restrictions.