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Spiti Valley and Lahaul Valley are two distinct Himalayan valleys located in the ‘land of gods’, Himachal Pradesh. Spiti Valley is situated at an altitude of 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) above sea level. Both Spiti and Lahaul are situated along the Indian-Tibet border.
Although Lahaul and Spiti are within the same district, they each possess their own distinct geographical and cultural features. Spiti Valley is famous for its awe-inspiring landscapes, ancient monasteries, a few world-famous tourist attractions, and cultural heritage. The Spiti Valley offers a blend of unforgettable adventure, serenity and nature’s allure.
A cold and deserted valley, Spiti Valley, where you hardly get to see trees because it neither receives ample rainfall nor has a favourable temperature for the growth of plants. Even on such a cold, deserted land, farmers practice cultivation.
The best time to visit the Spiti Valley is from early to late May to October, as during this time the place is accessible, less crowded, and has favourable weather conditions. The Spiti Valley road trip needs to be avoided during monsoon months due to the elevated risk of landslides and heavy rainfall.
There are two primary routes to reach the Spiti Valley. The first route is from Manali to Rohtang Pass, Kunjum Pass, Chandratal Lake and Spiti Valley. Manali to Spiti Valley distance is roughly 178 kilometres.
Due to road closures caused by severely cold temperatures, this route becomes inaccessible for six months. Travellers also take another route to reach Spiti Valley, which passes through Shimla, Narkanda, Recong Peo, Nako, and Tabo. The distance from Shimla to Spiti Valley is nearly 420 kilometres from this route which is quite long but accessible most of the time.
Kaza: Kaza is located in the heart of the Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh, India. Kaza’s height is around 3800 meters (12,000 feet) above sea level. Kaza is often referred to as the commercial hub.
To reach Kaza from Manali, it takes 8–9 hours, and this is the shortest route to reach Spiti Valley. Kaza is the largest township in the Lahaul and Spiti Valley. The Spiti River can be seen meandering through the Spiti Valley.
Kaza is prominent for its striking landscapes, like snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear rivers, barren flat plains, and the local wildlife. Kaza is the central hub of ancient monasteries. Kaza is a doorway to various ancient monasteries, including the world’s highest post office, the Hikkim Post Office, at a height of 4400 meters (14,436 feet).
Kaza is famous for the Key Monastery. The route to Kaza through Shimla and Kinnaur remains accessible throughout the year. One can visit the most famous cafe in Kaza, the Himalayan Cafe.
Dhankar Fort: Dhankar Fort is located in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. It is built at an altitude of 12,774 feet (3894 meters). Witness the local wildlife, such as the Himalayan yak, sheep, snow leopard and more.
On the way to Dhankar Fort and Dhankar Monastery, you will encounter the Pin River flowing through. Dhankar is quite close to the Pin Valley, another magnificent place to explore and quite prominent for the Pin Valley National Park.
Travellers also make a visit to the Kungri monastery in the Pin Valley. Dhankar is a prime spot in Spiti. Travellers are compelled to visit the well-known Dhankar Fort and Dhankar Monastery due to their widespread popularity.
Komic: The world’s highest motorable village is Komic Village, situated at an altitude of 15,050 feet (4,587 meters). Hardly 60 people live in Komic. Despite the high altitude, barley and peas are cultivated here.
The houses constructed from mud, interestingly, keep the inhabitants warm. People read scriptures in their homes when people get housebound due to cold temperatures.
You might catch a glimpse of the snow leopards and some grazing herds. Komic village experienced snowfall by the end of October,
Langza Village: Langza is located in Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, famous for being a fossil village. The massive Buddha statue overlooking Langza Village is one of the top tourist attractions in Spiti.
This landmark holds spiritual value and surrounds the area with divinity. Langza remains one of the highest villages in the world. Also, from Kaza to Langza Village, you might spot the ibex.
Chandratal Lake: Chandratal Lake is often referred to as the “Moon Lake” for strikingly resembling a moon. The Chandratal Lake is located in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India, at a height of 4,300 meters (14,100 feet).
The Chandratal Lake is renowned for its crystal-clear water that reflects the Himalayan landscape, creating a wonderful sight. Chandratal Lake is famous among adventure enthusiasts and nature lovers for the Chandratal Trek, which is undertaken by various trekkers across the world seeking a calming escape amidst the Himalayas.
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On the Spiti Valley Road Trip, based on your location, a cozy hotel or a comfortable camp on a sharing basis will be your accommodation.
The Spiti Valley Road Trip has a long duration of 7 nights and 8 days, enough for exploring the best of the Spiti Valley with your loved ones or solo.
In Spiti Valley, travellers can witness snow in the months of mid-October to December. The valley transforms into a winter wonderland, a soothing sight to your eyes.
Different routes make you reach the Spiti Valley from Delhi. If you’re taking the route via NH44, it is nearly 690 kilometres from Delhi. To reach Spiti Valley it takes around 14-15 hours.
Spiti Valley is located at a height of 12,500 feet (3,800 meters) in the Spiti and Lahaul districts of Himachal Pradesh, India.
Yes, driving expertise is required to drive on some of the narrow and uneven routes. One should also remain cautious of the blind turns on the Spiti Valley Road trip and go slow. Be mindful of excessive snow that can block the routes. Take proper precautions and get ready for a safe drive.
If you’re planning to visit Spiti Valley, explore Spiti between late March and June when there are no risks of landslides, as in monsoons and no extreme temperatures. The temperature in summer lies between 0 and 14 °C.
The Spiti Valley is famous for the Tabo monastery (the oldest monastery in India), Dhankar and Key monastery. The Kaza town (the old headquarters of Spiti Valley), Chicham Bridge (the largest suspension bridge in Asia), Kunjum Pass, Pin Valley’s Kungri monastery, the world’s highest post office (Hikkim Post Office), Dhankar Fort, a huge Buddha statue in Langza village, Komic Village (the world’s highest motorable village), the moon resembling Chandratal Lake, and so forth.
Yes, the Spiti Valley is open in October, and the weather is quite pleasant, which gets colder as November approaches. Prepare accordingly.
During the colder months, travellers are expected to wear woollen clothes, woollen socks, warmers, leather jackets, woollen caps and good-quality shoes that provide great comfort and grip.
The distance of Lahaul Spiti from Manali is approximately 117 kilometres. It takes around 4–5 hours to reach Lahaul Spiti from Manali.
The network availability depends on the specific location, as only the MTNL (Mahanagar Telephone Limited) and BSNL ( Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited) networks work best in the Spiti Valley. Most of the networks work decently well in Spiti’s Kinnaur.
Kinnaur is a district in Himachal Pradesh, surrounded by the Zanskar range and the Dhauladhar range. Kinnaur is about 258 kilometres from Shimla, and can be covered in around 15-17 hours.
If you’re on the way to Spiti, a vehicle permit is required for the Rohtang Pass via the Manali route. Also, international travellers are required to photocopy an inner line permit, which enables them to enter restricted areas.
The Chandratal (4300 meters) to Baralacha (4850 meters) Trek, Pin Bhaba Pass Trek (4877 meters), Pin Parvati Pass Trek (5319 meters), Parang La Trek (5600 meters), are a few of the best treks one can go on for their journey to Spiti Valley.
comfort and preference.
By Car: The distance by road to cover is roughly 650-750 kilometres. The journey might get 2-3 days long depending on the stretches, road conditions and breaks.
The route that is followed is as follows:
Delhi → Shimla (350-400 km) → Kinnaur (595 km) → Spiti Valley (175 km).
By Bus: Take a bus from Delhi to either Manali or Shimla. After reaching Manali or Shimla, again board a bus that takes you directly to the Spiti Valley.
By Fight: Take a 1-hour flight from Delhi to Bhuntar airport in Kullu. From Kullu, take a taxi to Manali; from Manali, continue your road journey to the Spiti Valley.
It will take around 6-8 hours to reach Spiti from Manali, depending on the road conditions.
Located in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, the Chandratal Lake is found at a height of 14,100 feet (4300 meters).
Parana Pass connects Spiti to Ladakh.
There are quite limited options available to shop in the Spiti Valley. The Spiti Valley’s administrative capital, Kaza, the town in Spiti, Tabo village and monastery shops are among the best options for shopping for local handicrafts, clothing, jewellery, paintings, herbal products and much more.
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