Manali Spiti Manali Trip- 8 days Best Time- Mid June to October Manali » » Gramphoo » Batal » » Lohsar » Kaza » Tabo » Dhankar » Pin Valley » Kye » Khibber » Langza » Komic » Chandra Tal » Batal » Gramphoo » Rohtang Pass » Manali » Chandigarh If you have limited time or have visited Kinnaur before, then you should try our 8 days package which starts from Manali, takes you through the high passes into Spiti valley and then you finally come back down and end in Manali. This is a complete action packed trip making sure the important places in Spiti are covered at the right pace. This trip disconnects you from the rest of the world the moment you leave Manali and takes you to a journey to explore within; a journey that will change the way you look at life. Day 1

Reach Manali early in the morning by taking an overnight bus from Delhi. Check-in and take rest. This day is to get used to the altitude and to Manali and help you acclimatize. You can go for a walk through Old Manali, do some shopping, withdraw money if you need to, eat a good meal and get Around ready for the adventure ahead. Night’s stay is in Manali Day 2

Manali to Kaza The adventure begins as we leave Manali and head to the Rohtang Pass. Spend sometime at the pass and head to Spiti valley. Once you via Rohtang cross Gramphoo, the stunning beauty of Spiti valley will leave you speechless. High snow capped mountains, dry and rugged terrain, many Pass (220 Kms/ waterfalls crossing the non-existent roads, the rough Chandra river –these are some of the things that will be waiting for you. Meet Chacha 10-12 Hrs) and Chachi at Chandra Dhaba and head to Kaza. Relax in Kaza Day 3

Take the morning easy and walk through Kaza village if you are feeling up to it. After breakfast we shall head to Kye Monastery and Khibber Kaza to Kye & Village. Kye monastery is on top of a mountain overlooking the Spiti valley and a huge river bed. It is also the main learning centre for Lamas Khibber & Back following Geluk sect of . Kye houses approximately 100 odd monks. We shall climb a little further and visit Khibber Village- which (40 Kms was once the world’s highest village. A short hike from Khibber is Chicham bridge which is known to be the highest bridge above sea level in approx./ 2 Hrs) Asia. Day 4

Kaza to Tabo & Take the morning easy and head out to visit the “Ajanta of the ”- The which is currently close to 1000 years old. Dhankar (65 The murals, thankas and paintings are believed to have been made in a single night by the Gods themselves. You can also hike to the Kms/ 2.5 Hrs) meditation caves, if time permits. Visit Dhankar Monastery - Seat of the King in ancient times - the most beautiful setting of a monument which hangs on a cliff and overlooks the confluence of Spiti and Pin River. You can hike to Dhankar lake, if your lungs permit. Stay overnight in Tabo Day 5

Take the morning easy and head to Pin Valley- home to Snow Leopards, Siberian Ibex and a strong hold of Buchen Lamas. We shall visit Tabo to Langza Khungri Monastery on the way to Mudh (last village in Pin Valley). Spend some time around Mudh and head to , which has the highest via Pin valley and postoffice in the world. Visit the post office and send out some postcards. After Hikkim, we head to Langza for a homestay. Langza at 4300 Hikkim meters is famous for its fossils and a statue of Buddha overlooking the mountain ranges. Stay in a homestay and see the life of locals at this (90 kms/4 hrs) high altitude. Day 6

Langza to Early morning, we drive to Chandra Tal- The lake of the moon after a short visit to Komic- the highest monastery in Asia. We shall cross Chandrataal via Lohsar village and Kunzum Pass on our way to Chandra Tal. Hike to Chandra Tal lake is 20 mins from the barricade. This lake is not as big as Komic the ones in , but it is sure to leave you speechless. We don’t have words to describe it. The night’s stay is at the Parasol camps. (125 kms/5 hrs) Day 7

Chandrataal to Manali via This is the last day of your trip in the secluded beauty of Spiti before you see civilization again. Gaze at the mountains as we approach the Kunzum and hustle and bustle of Rohtang Pass and Manali. You can spend some time at Rohtang if your schedule permits. Stay in Manali Rohtang Pass (120 kms/7 hrs) Day 8

Take the morning easy. Have a nice breakfast in the café at Old Manali. You can also visit the Hidimba Temple, Manu Temple or Vashist OR Manali and Back simply relax next to the river. Take an afternoon bus for Delhi. Trip ends here in the afternoon ☺ TRIP DETAILS

Homestays Budget Hotels Luxury Hotels

• Manali- Dragon Guesthouse/ Hotel • Manali- Banon Resort • Manali- Dragon Guesthouse/ Iceland/ Mountain Trail Hotel Iceland/ Mountain Trail • Tabo- Dewachen Retreat • Tabo- Tow Dhey/ Snow Leopard • Kaza- Sakya Abode/Snow Lion/ • Tabo- Homestay • Kaza- Sakya Abode/Snow Lion/ • Kaza- Homestay Kunphen Guesthouse Kunphen Guesthouse • Langza- Lara Homestay • Langza- Homestay • Langza- Homestay • Chandrataal- Parasol Camps • Chandrataal- Parasol Camps • Chandrataal- Parasol Camps (Attached Toilet) (Attached Toilet) (Attached Toilet)

Inclusions & Exclusions For Homestay, Budget and Luxury Packages

Inclusions Exclusions • Breakfast and Dinner except in Manali • Lunch, snacks and no beverages (except the ones with • Taxi from Day 2 to Day 7 as per the plan meals) • Stay at the list of hotels shared as per the plan on twin • Any kind of insurance sharing basis • Guide • Driver to act as a basic guide • Cost of any emergency • All expenses for the driver are paid for, including all tolls • Bus ticket cost/Monument Entry fee/Cost of permits TRIP DETAILS – COST PER PERSON

Homestay Package Cost Budget Package Cost Luxury Package Cost Per person cost excluding 5% GST Per person cost excluding Service5% GST Tax Per person cost excluding 5% GST Group Sumo/ Scorpio/ Innova Group Sumo/ Scorpio/ Innova Group Scorpio/ Innova Size Tavera Xylo Size Tavera Xylo Size Xylo 2 23300/- 24800/- 26200/- 2 24800/- 26300/- 27700/- 2 32200/- 33700/- 4 17100/- 17800/- 18600/- 4 18600/- 19400/- 20100/- 4 25300/- 26000/- 6 19200/- 20100/- 21100/- 6 20700/- 21700- 22600/- 6 27600/- 28600/- 8 17100/- 17800/- 18600/- 8 18600/- 19400/- 20100/- 8 25300/- 26000/- 10 15800/- 16500/- 17000/- 10 17500/- 18000/- 18600/- 10 23900/- 24500/- 12 17100/- 17800/- 18600/- 12 18600/- 19400/- 20100/- 12 25300/- 26000/-

Cancellation Policy : We don’t have a stringent cancellation policy and we go by actuals in case of any cancellations. Cancellation charges will on be applicable if hotels/ taxi are unable to refill their slots booked by you. TRIP DETAILS – COST PER PERSON

Tempo Traveller Cost for group of 6 and above Per person cost excluding 5% GST

Group Size Homestay trip Budget trip Luxury trip 6 17400/- 18900/- 24800/- 8 15700/- 17300/- 23200/- 10 14800/- 16300/- 22200/- 12 14100/- 15600/- 21600/- Traveller Reviews

Mr. Tapajyoti Saha (Travelled with us May 2017) We visited Spiti Valley on May 2017 . Our route was Chandigarh - - Narkanda - Sangla - Kalpa - Nako - Tabo - Kaza - Jibhi via Kalpa - Manali - Chandigarh . I don't have any words to describe the beauty of Spiti Valley, It is such a stunning place . Every mountain lover should visit Spiti valley once to rediscover himself . Incredible Spiti was our tour planner for this trip and they have done their best to make this trip a memory of a life time . They have guided us on a right track from the beginning so that we can feel eternal bliss through the nature of Spiti Valley . Their arrangements such as accommodation, food , sight seeing was above our expectation level . Chering Ji, Dinesh Ji, Poonam Ji, Mingamar Ji , Vishesh Ji & all of their team members are so enthusiastic that you don't need to worry about any thing. I would like to Thank Team Incredible Spiti & specially Visheshji for being so supportive

Ms. Rajee Nair (Travelled with us in 2016) It is almost a year since I visited Spiti and I can still not get over it ... I remember Vishesh Shourie telling me before I went there that it would change my life ... little did I know that it really would and how ! There is no way to describe the place and what it does to you .. words fall short because nothing can describe the beauty of vast emptiness stretching beyond the horizon ...and the skies so blue ... it makes you want to cry .... Spiti ... calls out to me everyday ... I go through the motions of my "normal life" thinking that one day I will go back ....again ... no better team than Incredible Spiti to contact when visiting Spiti ... for me Vishesh Shourie has become synonymous with Spiti ... his knowledge ... his passion for what he does is beyond comparison ... when I think back to the questions I have hounded him with ... ranging from valid to the most inane ... he answered them all with equanimity ... Thank you Incredible Spiti for making my dream com true and yes ... hasta la vista !

Ms. Kajal Arora (Travelled with us in 2016) Incredible Spiti follows what the name says. The company provides incredible experience to Spiti. Groups are well organised, guide is knowledgeable. They have experienced drivers who know how to keep a car in control in rough terrains. Guest house and home stays are good. And yes, it's v safe to travel with them esp. if you happen to be a female solo traveller.

Mr. Kalpesh Ahire (Travelled with us in 2016) IWhile describing Spiti Rudyard Kipling says "Surely the Gods live here...... this is no place for men". This very compliment made me take up a trip to Spiti Valley and I am so glad I did it with these amazing bunch of people under the name "Incredible Spiti". Even though I registered as a solo traveler I can proudly say I now have some very good friends as the team organized a wonderful trip for few other solo travelers like me. Right from the first phone call to Vishesh I was sure I have made the right decision to explore Spiti with his team. I truly had an incredible time, the hospitality and politeness touched everyone of us in the group. I am surely returning back to experience the wonder called Spiti and recommend everyone to do so soon enough and definitely with Incredible Spiti! Get in touch with us: Email us: [email protected] Call or WhatsApp us: +91 9650675505/ 9418718564 Thank you!