Spiti valley Tour from Shimla is a very popular and emerging trip in Himachal Pradesh which is blessed with full Natural and scenic beauty and also places that are perfect for a family getaway. It has many mountain peaks, lush green forests, waterfall & high passes which have many hiking and trekking trails for you to explore in and be closer to nature. Spiti Valley trip is one of the most beautiful valleys in Himachal Pradesh which is well known in India and the world. Spiti Valley is also known as the cold desert of Himachal Pradesh which is located between India and Tibet. The region offers spectacular glimpses of the snow-capped mountains, high-altitude lakes, beautiful landscape with clear blue sky and Buddhist monasteries. Spiti Valley lies at a height of 12000 feet and is entirely surrounded by the Himalayan ranges on all sides.
You can choose “Sparkling Holidays” as the best Spiti Valley DMC to suggest comfortable, memorable, and hassle-free arrangements.
Best places to visit in Spiti Valley tour: We recommend below important and famous sightseeing places in Spiti valley tour which you can experience and enjoy in this adventurous trip.
Chandratal Lake: It is the most scenic and high-altitude lake in India and it shaped like a Crescent moon. This lake is popular for that tourist who is looking for Camping / Trekking.
Dhankar Monastery: A 1200-year old monastery located at top of the rocky mountain It is built by the Gelugpa School of Order.
Kaza: Kaza is the capital of the Spiti valley district. This place is surrounded by mountains on both sides and it is the main populated part of Spiti valley. Kye Gompa
Komic Village: Komic village is the highest village in the world with road proper connectivity. Situated at a height of 18000 Ft. from sea level and 20 Kms distance from Kaza.
Kunzum Pass : Kunzum pass is the Entrance Gate to Spiti Valley from Lahaul and Kullu. It is located at a height of 4,593 meters above sea level and it comes after driving for 20 kilometers from Rohtang pass.
Lahaul Valley: Lahaul Valley is a major center of Buddhist art and culture and we will get various monasteries there. The region has large glaciers and high mountain peaks and also has many photogenic lakes and passes. One can enjoy various adventure sports activities in the region.
Langza Village: Langza village is situated 16 km to the north of Kaza. This region is famous among tourists for its ancient monasteries, historical buildings, and incredible scenery.
The Pin Valley National Park: The Pin Valley was declared a National park in the year of 1987. It is a must visit place for all tourist who comes to Spiti valley and it has various kind of flora and fauna.
Tabo Monastery: It is situated in Tabo village which very old village and the Tabo monastery is the oldest monastery in Himachal Pradesh. It is a famous attraction of all tourists and is known for the Nine Temples of Buddha Maitreya & Tara apart from the many stupas.
Best time to visit Spiti Valley Tour from Shimla: Every year many tourist want to explore this beautiful place and looking for Best time to visit the Spiti valley tour from Shimla is during the months of MID-APRIL to MAY, the snow in the region starts to melt and most of the roads like from Kaza to Losar opened while others like from Kunzum Pass to Manali remain closed until June. Therefore this time is ideal for visiting Spiti valley and nearby places of Manali. Also, the snow-covered mountains are visible this time and make a memorable view for the tourists.
Spiti Valley Weather: Spiti valley Weather always pleasant from April to July in summer season and also considered as the Best time to visit Spiti Valley Tour in the region. Spiti Valley temperature in summers are perfect to enjoy adventure activities planned in the valley.
In June month Manali-Kaza highway always going to opens up and in this summer season time you can enjoy river rafting, and also go for rock climbing, camping and mountain cycling without having any fear of avalanches or landslide. This is the time where you can see local cultural program and festivals by local. Spiti Valley Temperature in summer time average 15 degrees Celsius in day time and 4 to 6 degrees Celsius in night time.
Best itinerary for Spiti Valley Tour from Shimla: Our recommendation to start a beautiful and adventurous Spiti Valley Tour from Shimla and exit from Manali especially from April- June month. Because while starting the journey from Shimla you will cover Kinnaur Valley & Spiti Valley both. So before starting your journey please keep these advantages in your mind.
Spiti valley tours becoming more popular in Indian metropolitan cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai. West Bengal People also looking to enjoy this Spiti Valley tour from Kolkata and they can have a flight to Delhi or Chandigarh. After reaching, start Spiti valley tour from Delhi they can take Volvo to Shimla or hire a private cab. The same program needs to follow by every tourist who is coming to enjoy Spiti Valley Tour from Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, etc.
Spiti valley tour is an emerging trip due to this many tourists have doubts about Spiti Valley best tour plan and tour cost. To solve all queries we are providing the below importation information:-
How to reach Spiti Valley from Shimla:
If you start from the Manali side then you reach quite quickly in high altitude terrain from the low altitude which may increase the chances of mountain sickness that can spoil the trip.
We recommend each one to follow below Spiti Valley Tour plan from Shimla for a safe and comfortable journey.
Welcome greetings on arrival at Chandigarh airport to start Spiti Valley Tour from Shimla, after that start drive to Shimla which is the former summer residence of the British Raj to escape the heat of the plains with stunning views of the foothills of the Himalayas. On arrival transfer to hotel and have dinner and overnight stay at Shimla hotel.
After Breakfast proceed to Sangla through the thick woods of Narkanda and alongside the River Sutlej. If you reach Tapri at lunch time then don’t forgot to have food at kangri dhaba. On the way you can enjoy beautiful lake hydro project at karcham dam. In the evening reach and check in hotel. Enjoy the evening in beautiful surroundings in the river valley of Baspa at a height of 9000ft. This is one of the most beautiful valleys in the Himalayas and is often compared to the famous valley of Kashmir. Known for its rich Kinnauri culture and apple orchards, this valley was opened for tourists only in 1993 for its close proximity to the Tibetien border.
Evening checks in to the hotel and have Dinner and overnight stay in Sarahan hotel.
Morning breakfast and checkout and proceed to explore the vicinity around including an ancient Kamru Fort & Temple dedicated to the Goddess Kamakhya Devi which was brought from Assam & Nages God. Proceed to an excursion to Chitkul – a last Village on Old Indo – Tibetan Trade Route. Walk through green orchards & brilliant stream. Evening drive to Kalpa and night stay.
Proceed to sightseeing of Kalpa – District Headquarter of Kinnaur, glance the magnificent view of the Kinner Kailash Peaks, considered as one of the mythical homes of Lord Shiva & by its side is a 79 foot rock formation that resembles a Shivlinga that changes the colour as the day passes & is visible to the naked eye on a clear day. After that proceed to visit Suicide Point And Roghi Village (beautiful village in kalpa). Evening return back to hotel and night stay.
After breakfast check out and proceed to Tabo, on the way Visit confluence of Sutlej & Spiti rivers at Khab. Further proceed to Tabo. Then On the way visit Geu village where the 500 yrs old mummy of Tibetan monk has been displayed.
The evening reached Tabo and have Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel.
After breakfast check out and proceed to visit Tabo Monastery. Then visit Tabo Caves: Next to the main road, NH- 22 in Tabo, on the northern side, just opposite to the village, there is a rising hill containing caves. Then we will leave for Kaza before that we can stop at Dhankar. Dhankar Monastery (Dhankar Gompa is a village and also a Gompa, a Buddhist temple in the district of Lahaul and Spiti in India. It is situated at an elevation of 3,894 metres in the Spiti Valley above Dhankar Village, between the towns of Kaza and Tabo) and Continue drive to Kaza.
Evening check in to Kaza Hotel and overnight stay.
After breakfast will do full day excursion to Ki, Kibber, Hikkim, Komic & Langza village.While driving back to Kaza will stop at Kee Monastery. Kee Monastery – The learning center of Buddhism.
Evening return back to Kaza hotel and have Dinner and overnight stay.
After early breakfast start drive to Chandra Taal, enroute will cross Kunzum La. Dinner & Overnight stay at Camp.
Early check out from tents and proceed to Manali via Koksar and Atal tunnel.
Evening checks in to Manali hotel and have Dinner and overnight stay.
The morning after breakfast proceed for local sightseeing of Manali. First Visit the Hidimba Devi Temple, a small temple situated in the dense deodar forest is very interesting. Hidimba is said to be the wife of Bhima from the epic of Mahabharata. After that visit oldest temple of Manali Manu Temple and dedicated to the sage Manu, who known as the creator of the world and the writer of Manusmriti. Its located in old Manali and approx three kilometers from the main market. After that visit newly constructed Buddhist Monastery.
Enjoy lunch in the various local restaurant at Mall road on direct payment. After that visit Vashist Kund which is also called Hot Spring, hot baths where a natural sulfur spring is piped into a modern bathhouse. After that Mall road for shopping and buy shawls or handmade woolen clothes. Evening return to the hotel and have dinner and night stay.
The morning after breakfast proceeds to Chandigarh airport or railway station after completing memorable Spiti Valley Tour from Shimla.