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8 Days · 7 Nights
8 Days Spiti Valley Chandratal Tour Package
An 8-day Manali–Spiti–Chandratal circuit covering ~1,200 km through the Atal Tunnel, Kunzum Pass, Key Monastery, the world's highest villages, and a night camping at Chandratal Lake at 4,300 m.
Starting from₹6000 per Person
Itinerary
Day 1 / (Chandigarh to Manali)
Manali(1 Night)
Stay: Manali
Pick up and drive through Bilaspur, Mandi and Kullu along the Beas River. Settle into the pine-scented hill town. Manali night stay.
Day 2 / (Acclimatisation · Hadimba · Old Manali)
Manali(1 Night)
Stay: Manali
A relaxed day to let your body adjust before the climb. Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht springs, Old Manali and Mall Road.
- Hadimba Devi Temple
- Vashisht Springs
- Old Manali
- Mall Road
Day 3 / (Atal Tunnel · Kunzum Pass · Losar)
Kaza(1 Night)
Stay: Kaza
Cross the Atal Tunnel and climb over Kunzum Pass (4,551 m) into the cold desert. Forest gives way to bare mountains. Overnight at Kaza.
- Atal Tunnel
- Kunzum Pass (4,551 m)
- Losar Village
Day 4 / (Kaza Local)
Key & Kibber(1 Night)
Stay: Kaza
Visit the iconic Key Monastery (4,166 m), the high village of Kibber, and cross Chicham Bridge — the highest motorable bridge in Asia. Back to Kaza.
- Key Monastery
Largest monastery in Spiti, at 4,166 m
- Kibber Village
One of the highest motorable villages in the world
- Chicham Bridge
Highest motorable bridge in Asia
Day 5 / (Langza · Hikkim · Komic · Tabo · Dhankar)
High Villages(1 Night)
Stay: Kaza
Fossils at Langza, the world's highest post office at Hikkim, Asia's highest village Komic, then down-valley to Tabo and cliff-perched Dhankar. Kaza overnight.
- Langza
Fossil-rich village with giant Buddha statue at 4,400 m
- Hikkim
World's highest post office at 4,440 m
- Komic
Asia's highest motorable village at 4,587 m
- Tabo Monastery
Founded 996 CE — 1,000-year-old murals
- Dhankar
Cliffside monastery perched 300 m above river confluence
- Pin ValleyOptional
Snow leopard and Siberian ibex habitat
Day 6 / (The Moon Lake · 4,300m)
Chandratal(1 Night)
Stay: Camps
Drive over Kunzum Pass to the crescent-shaped "Lake of the Moon." Camp overnight by its mirrored waters — this is the moment the journey is made for.
- Chandratal Lake
Crescent-shaped lake at 4,300 m — the Moon Lake
Day 7 / (Chandratal to Manali)
Manali(1 Night)
Stay: Manali
Early lakeside light, then descend via Batal and the Atal Tunnel. The mountains open and the green valley returns. Manali overnight.
Day 8 / (Manali to Chandigarh)
Return
The road home. Carry the silence with you.
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8 Days Spiti Valley Chandratal Tour Package Overview
8 Days Spiti Valley Chandratal Tour Package is one of the most exciting high altitude road trips in India covering around 1,200 km through Manali and cold desert of Spiti Valley in Himachal Pradesh. The trip will take travellers to Manali, Atal Tunnel, Kunzum Pass, Losar, Kaza, Key Monastery, Kibber, Chicham Bridge, Langza, Hikkim, Komic, Tabo, Dhankar, Pin Valley and Chandratal Lake. The itinerary is a perfect blend of adventure, Buddhist culture, ancient monasteries, the world’s highest villages and a crescent lake at 4,300 metres.
Travel Time
This 8-day Manali–Spiti circuit is designed to provide a gradual climb for acclimatisation while ensuring comfortable daily travel and enough time for sightseeing.
| Route | Distance | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh to Manali | 310 km | 8–9 Hours |
| Manali to Kaza | 200 km | 8–9 Hours |
| Kaza Local (Key, Kibber, Chicham) | 80 km | Full Day |
| Kaza Local (Langza, Hikkim, Komic, Tabo) | 120 km | Full Day |
| Kaza to Chandratal | 95 km | 4–5 Hours |
| Chandratal to Manali | 120 km | 5–6 Hours |
| Manali to Chandigarh | 310 km | 8–9 Hours |
Best Time To Visit Spiti Valley
The Manali – Spiti circuit opens up once the Kunzum Pass is clear of snow, so the best time to drive this is from June to October when the roads are open and Chandratal is accessible.
June:Newly open passes, snow walls along road, less crowds.
July-August: Best time for camping in Chandratal with warm days and occasional water crossings.
September-October: Good weather and clear skies for photography before the passes close.
Brochure
Beyond the
tunnel lies
Spiti.
tunnel lies
Spiti.
8 days from Manali into the cold desert of Spiti — the Atal Tunnel, Kunzum Pass, ancient monasteries, the world's highest villages, and a crescent lake at 4,300 metres.
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We spend our lives in the plains — collecting noise, roles, and urgency.
But Spiti
strips all
of that away.
strips all
of that away.
Past the Atal Tunnel the green of Manali falls behind and a stark cold desert opens up. Among cliffside monasteries and roads carved into bare rock, a different question begins to arise. Not "where next?" But "what is left?"
"What remains when everything unnecessary falls away?"
WHY SPITI VALLEY?
The Cold Desert
A high-altitude desert above 3,800 m where bare mountains glow ochre and grey. Spiti's lunar plateau stretches to peaks you can't name and don't need to.
The Ancient Faith
Thousand-year-old monasteries clinging to cliffs — not as philosophy but as a living, breathing practice, woven into everyday life.
The Highest Villages
Komic, Hikkim and Langza — among the highest inhabited villages on earth, home to the world's highest post office and 500-million-year-old marine fossils.
The Sky & Silence
Under big skies and starfields brighter than any you've ever camped under, your own existence begins to feel smaller and more precise.
Spiti Valley
Cold desert · High-altitude plateau
Tabo Monastery
Founded 996 CE · 1,000-yr murals
Dhankar
Cliffside monastery · 300m above rivers
Manali
Atal Tunnel · Old Manali · Gateway
Pin Valley
Cold desert · Snow leopard territory
Chandratal
The Moon Lake · 4,300m · Camping
Designed as a journey, not just a trip
Manali and Spiti are en route, and so is an inward journey that silently accompanies the drive.
Outer Experience
- Manali & the Atal Tunnel
- Kunzum Pass & Losar
- Kaza, the heart of Spiti
- Key Monastery & Kibber
- Langza, Hikkim & Komic
- Tabo, Dhankar & Pin Valley
- Chandratal Lake camping
Inner Experience
- Slowing down
- Observation
- Reflection
- Perspective
- Stillness
- Presence
- Return
The Itinerary
8 days · 7 nights · Chandigarh to Chandigarh
Day 1
Manali
Chandigarh → Manali
Pick up and drive through Bilaspur, Mandi and Kullu along the Beas River. Settle into the pine-scented hill town. Manali night stay.
Day 2
Manali
Acclimatisation · Hadimba · Old Manali
A relaxed day to let your body adjust before the climb. Visit Hadimba Devi Temple, Vashisht springs, Old Manali and Mall Road. Manali night stay.
Day 3
Kaza
Atal Tunnel · Kunzum Pass · Losar
Cross the Atal Tunnel and climb over Kunzum Pass (4,551 m) into the cold desert. Forest gives way to bare mountains. Overnight at Kaza.
Day 4
Key & Kibber
Key Monastery · Kibber · Chicham Bridge
Visit the iconic Key Monastery (4,166 m), the high village of Kibber, and cross Chicham Bridge — the highest motorable bridge in Asia. Back to Kaza.
Day 5
High Villages
Langza · Hikkim · Komic · Tabo · Dhankar
Fossils at Langza, the world's highest post office at Hikkim, Asia's highest village Komic, then down-valley to Tabo and cliff-perched Dhankar. Kaza overnight.
Day 6
Chandratal
The Moon Lake · 4,300m · Under the stars
Drive over Kunzum Pass to the crescent-shaped "Lake of the Moon." Camp overnight by its mirrored waters — this is the moment the journey is made for.
Day 7
Manali
Chandratal → Batal → Atal Tunnel → Manali
Early lakeside light, then descend via Batal and the Atal Tunnel. The mountains open and the green valley returns. Manali overnight.
Day 8
Return
Manali → Chandigarh
The road home. Carry the silence with you.
Day 6 · The Crown of the Journey
Chandratal
Lake
Lake
The "Lake of the Moon" at 4,300 metres is a crescent of impossibly blue water surrounded by peaks that don't have names on most maps. Its colour shifts from jade green to deep cobalt through the day, and at night the Milky Way arcs overhead so clearly it seems like theatre. This is the time when the trip turns into a memory you'll keep coming back to.
What's Included
- Taxi service for the full 8-day route, Chandigarh to Chandigarh
- Pickup & drop-off at your hotels throughout the journey
- All passes & permits including Spiti Inner Line Permit
- Experienced local driver who knows the high-altitude roads
- Comfortable, well-maintained vehicle for the mountain terrain
- Chandratal camping addon available at checkout
- Flexible departure dates — book for your travel window
- Direct support line throughout your journey: +91 70181 23371
What's Not Included
- Hotel accommodation (we can recommend options for each night)
- Meals, unless specified in your package
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended for high-altitude routes)
- Monastery entry fees, camera charges and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Costs from weather delays, road closures, or altitude-related changes
Important Note
Spiti Valley is a high altitude area, with passes above 4,500 metres. The roads are genuine mountain roads — single lane stretches, water crossings beyond the Atal Tunnel and terrain that commands respect. Your safety will be our top priority, as our drivers have been running these routes for years.
The best time to travel is June to early October, when Kunzum Pass is open. July and August are the best months to reach and camp at Chandratal.
The itinerary keeps two nights in Manali so your body acclimatises before climbing to Kaza. If you have breathing conditions, heart concerns or severe altitude sensitivity, consult your doctor before booking. Altitude medication (Diamox) is available locally and is highly recommended for the Spiti leg.
Some journeys give you memories.
Some give you photographs.
Some quietly change the way you
observe the world and yourself within it.
Some give you photographs.
Some quietly change the way you
observe the world and yourself within it.
Ready to
cross the passes?
cross the passes?
Weather In Spiti Valley
| Month | Temperature |
|---|---|
| June | 5°C to 20°C |
| July | 8°C to 22°C |
| August | 8°C to 20°C |
| September | 3°C to 18°C |
| October | -5°C to 12°C |
Nights at Chandratal stay close to 0°C even in mid-summer, so warm layers are essential for the camping night regardless of the month you travel.
Road Conditions
Conditions are different on the way. The Chandigarh-Manali highway and the Atal Tunnel stretch are mostly smooth, metalled roads. Beyond Gramphu towards Batal, Kunzum Pass and Kaza the roads are rough and adventurous with occasional water crossings and narrow mountain sections. The Kaza–Chandratal stretch is the roughest and a high-clearance or 4WD vehicle is recommended, especially after rains.
How To Reach
Tour Starts From Chandigarh. Chandigarh is well connected with major cities of India like Delhi, Jaipur, Amritsar and Dehradun by flight, trains and road transport. The nearest airport to Manali is Bhuntar (Kullu) which is about 50 km away. If you want we can arrange a custom pickup for you from Delhi, Manali or any other city.
Altitude Information
| Location | Altitude |
|---|---|
| Manali | 2,050 m |
| Atal Tunnel (North Portal) | 3,060 m |
| Kaza | 3,800 m |
| Key Monastery | 4,166 m |
| Chandratal | 4,300 m |
| Langza / Hikkim | 4,400 m |
| Kunzum Pass | 4,551 m |
| Komic | 4,587 m |
Permits Required
Indian nationals do not require any permit for the Manali – Kaza – Chandratal route but a valid government issued photo ID is mandatory for the entire journey. Foreigners need to get an Inner Line Permit (ILP) to visit the restricted areas of Spiti which can be issued at Kaza or Manali.
Inner Line Permit: Foreign persons to get. Available at the offices of the Sub-Divisional Magistrate at Manali, Reckong Peo or Kaza.
No Rohtang Pass permit needed as Atal Tunnel bypasses Rohtang to reach Lahaul and Spiti route.
Packing List For Spiti Valley Tour
- Thermal wear (base layer)
- Warm fleece jacket and windproof outer layer
- Woolen cap, gloves and neck gaiter
- Polarized sunglasses (UV protection essential at altitude)
- Sunscreen SPF 50+ and lip balm
- Portable power bank (charging points are scarce)
- Sturdy trekking or hiking shoes
- Personal medicines including altitude sickness tablets (Diamox)
- Government-issued photo ID (mandatory at checkpoints)
- First-aid kit and rehydration sachets
- Offline maps downloaded (Google Maps or Maps.me)
Accommodation Options
The lodging available changes dramatically as you move along the trail. Manali has hotels for every budget from budget guesthouses to luxury resorts. Kaza has a growing range of places to stay including hotels, homestays and hostels, including a local Spitian homestay. Accommodation at Chandratal is limited to tented camps a few kilometres from the lake, and advance booking is strongly recommended during the peak season (July-September).
Nearby Attractions
- Atal Tunnel — one of the world's longest high-altitude road tunnels
- Key Monastery — largest monastery in Spiti, 4,166 m
- Kibber Village — one of the highest motorable villages
- Chicham Bridge — highest motorable bridge in Asia
- Hikkim — world's highest post office at 4,440 m
- Komic — Asia's highest motorable village at 4,587 m
- Langza — fossil-rich village with giant Buddha statue
- Tabo Monastery — founded 996 CE, 1,000-year-old murals
- Dhankar Monastery — perched 300 m above river confluence
- Pin Valley National Park — snow leopard and Siberian ibex habitat
- Chandratal Lake — crescent-shaped lake at 4,300 m
The most reliable network coverage in Kaza and nearby villages is provided by BSNL and Jio. In remote areas such as Chandratal, Chicham, Langza and the high passes, internet connectivity is scant or non-existent. Download essential documents and offline maps before you leave Manali or Kaza.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the 8 Days Spiti Package good for first time travellers?
Yes. The itinerary includes two nights in Manali (2,050 m) for acclimatisation before ascending to Kaza (3,800 m) and Chandratal (4,300 m). First time visitors should drink lots of fluids, avoid alcohol for the first two days and not over-exert at altitude.
Is Spiti Valley Safe For Families?
Yes, Spiti Valley is safe for families, couples, solo travellers, and senior citizens who are medically fit. The roads are adventurous, but with a good vehicle and an experienced local driver they are manageable.
Is Oxygen Low In Spiti Valley?
At altitudes above 4,000 m, the oxygen content is about 40–50% less than at sea level. The two acclimatisation nights in Manali and the gradual climb help the body adjust before Kaza and Chandratal. Diamox (Acetazolamide) is commonly used for prophylaxis.
What is the condition of the road from Manali to Spiti?
Chandigarh-Manali-Atal Tunnel stretch is a good metalled highway. Past Gramphu, the roads get narrower and rougher towards Batal, Kunzum Pass and Kaza, with sharp turns and water crossings. A high clearance or 4WD vehicle is recommended on the Kaza-Chandratal stretch, especially after rain.
Is Spiti Valley open for Senior Citizens?
Yes. If they have good cardiovascular health and acclimatize well. Medical check-up before travelling is recommended. The first two nights in Manali on this package are a good way for older travellers to get accustomed to the altitude before the high-altitude leg.
What Is The Total Distance Covered In This Package?
This 8-day package covers approximately 1,200 km from Chandigarh through Manali, Spiti Valley, Chandratal Lake, and back via Manali.
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Reviews
Reviews from people who experienced this package.
Average Reviews: 5/5 stars
Meenu Sood
3 Jul 2026, 5:11 pm
Fast, reliable, mostly as mentioned.
Aadish Sood
30 Jun 2026, 1:42 pm
Uncle, thank you so much for taking such great care of us during the Spiti trip from Shimla. Your driving skills and knowledge of the routes made the journey very safe and comfortable. On top of that, your friendly and fun-loving nature made the whole trip even more enjoyable. Because of you, we could truly relax and enjoy every moment of the mountains. Really grateful for your kindness and support throughout 🙏
Shruti Kapoor
30 Jun 2026, 1:20 pm
He guided us about every place we visited and answered all the queries we had.
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