8 Nights 9 Days Spiti Valley Summer Circuit from Chennai (with Chandratal)

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Stay Included

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Flight Included

Overview

8 Nights 9 Days Spiti Valley Summer Circuit from Chennai (with Chandratal) is the complete Spiti story in one immersive loop, designed for travellers flying up from Chennai who want to see everything in a single trip. After a short flight to Delhi, you enter through Shimla and the green Kinnaur valley and exit via Manali, so you never repeat a road. The route is built for safe, gradual altitude gain — easing you up through Sangla, Chitkul, and Kalpa before the high desert around Kaza. Along the way you will explore Tabo’s thousand-year-old monastery, the cliff-hanging gompa at Dhankar, the wildlife-rich Pin Valley, the surreal high villages of Langza, Hikkim, and Komic, the iconic Key Monastery, Kibber, and Chicham Bridge — finishing with a magical camping night beside Chandratal Lake. With more time in the valley and a true full-circuit route, it is our most rewarding summer Spiti experience for South India travellers.

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly Chennai to Delhi – Board Overnight Volvo to Shimla

Take a morning or midday flight from Chennai to Delhi (about 2 hours 45 minutes) and reach the boarding point by evening.
Meet your group and board the overnight Volvo towards Shimla.
Settle in and rest as the bus climbs into the hills.
Overnight journey to Shimla.

Day 2: Shimla to Sangla via Narkanda & the Sutlej Valley (260 km / 9–10 hrs)

Arrive in Shimla and begin a scenic drive deep into Kinnaur, following the Sutlej River.
Pass the apple country around Narkanda and Kufri, with dhaba stops for chai and snacks.
Watch the landscape shift from pine forests to dramatic river gorges.
Reach the beautiful Baspa (Sangla) Valley by evening and check in.
Dinner and overnight stay in Sangla.

Day 3: Sangla – Chitkul Excursion – Kalpa (95 km / 5–6 hrs)

Drive to Chitkul, the last inhabited village on the old Indo-Tibet road, set on the sparkling Baspa River.
Soak in the meadows, wooden houses, and crisp mountain air of this border hamlet.
Continue via Reckong Peo to Kalpa (2,960 m), framed by the towering Kinner Kailash range.
Enjoy sunset views over the snow peaks from your stay.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kalpa.

Day 4: Kalpa to Tabo via Khab Confluence & Nako (200 km / 8–9 hrs)

After breakfast, drive deeper into the arid trans-Himalaya, leaving Kinnaur’s greenery behind.
Stop at the Khab confluence, where the Spiti and Sutlej rivers meet, and at the high village and lake of Nako.
Cross into the Spiti district as the scenery turns starkly beautiful.
Reach Tabo by evening and check in.
Dinner and overnight stay in Tabo.

Day 5: Tabo – Dhankar – Pin Valley – Mud Village – Kaza (120 km / 6–7 hrs)

Explore the 1,000-year-old Tabo Monastery, the “Ajanta of the Himalayas,” famed for its ancient mud-walled murals.
Drive to the spectacular cliff-top Dhankar Monastery, perched between the Spiti and Pin rivers.
Branch into Pin Valley National Park — home to ibex and the elusive snow leopard — up to the last village of Mud.
Continue to Kaza, the lively heart of Spiti, by evening.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 6: Kaza – Langza, Hikkim & Komic High-Village Circuit

Drive up to Langza (4,400 m) with its giant Buddha statue and marine fossils.
Send a postcard from Hikkim, the world’s highest post office.
Visit Komic, among the highest motorable villages on earth, and its Tangyud Monastery.
Return to Kaza for a relaxed evening.
Dinner and overnight stay in Kaza.

Day 7: Kaza – Key Monastery – Kibber – Chicham Bridge – Kunzum Pass – Chandratal

Visit the iconic Key Monastery, stacked dramatically above the river, followed by the high village of Kibber.
Cross Chicham Bridge, Asia’s highest suspension bridge, over a deep gorge.
Drive over Kunzum Pass (4,551 m) towards Chandratal Lake.
Reach the designated camping zone and walk to the crescent-shaped “Moon Lake”.
Dinner and overnight stay at the Chandratal camp (triple-sharing tents).

Day 8: Chandratal – Batal – Manali – Board Overnight Volvo to Delhi

Wake to a serene Himalayan morning and depart Chandratal via Batal.
Cross back into the Lahaul Valley and through the Atal Tunnel to Manali by late afternoon.
Freshen up and board your overnight Volvo towards Delhi.
Overnight journey to Delhi.

Day 9: Arrive Delhi – Fly Home to Chennai (Trip Ends)

Arrive in Delhi in the morning and connect to an afternoon or evening flight back to Chennai.
Trip ends after a complete Spiti circuit.

Inclusions

Overnight Volvo transfers on the Delhi–Shimla and Manali–Delhi legs.
Tempo Traveller / SUV for all mountain transfers and sightseeing as per the group plan.
Accommodation as per itinerary: Sangla (1N), Kalpa (1N), Tabo (1N), Kaza (2N), plus one camping night near Chandratal at the designated camping zone.
Daily breakfast and dinner on all stay nights (MAP plan).
Dedicated trip coordinator and on-ground assistance throughout.
Verified local drivers with full Spiti circuit experience.
Permits and green-tax support where applicable.
Local support network across the Kinnaur, Spiti, and Lahaul sectors.
Emergency oxygen cylinder carried in the vehicle on every departure (chargeable only if used).
Backup vehicle support available on demand (chargeable, subject to availability).
All tolls, parking, driver allowance, and applicable taxes including GST.

Exclusions

Chennai–Delhi return flights and airport transfers unless added to the booking.
Lunches, personal snacks, water, and beverages.
Meals during the Volvo journey.
Monastery entry tickets, donations, and camera fees where applicable.
Room heater charges where applicable.
Personal expenses, tips, and porterage.
Medical and insurance expenses; oxygen cylinder charge if used.
Extra costs from weather disruptions, landslides, road closures, diversions, or local authority rules, including additional night stays if the trip extends.
Backup vehicle cost unless explicitly added.
Anything not specifically mentioned under Inclusions.

Policies

Confirmation Policy

On booking, you will receive a confirmation email with all reservation details. Please review it carefully and contact our support team with any questions.

Cancellation Policy

30 days or more before travel: 25% of the total booking cost is charged.
15 to 30 days before travel: 50% of the total booking cost is charged.
Within 15 days of travel: 100% of the booking cost is charged.

Refund Policy

Applicable refunds are processed within 15–20 business days of cancellation. Exact timelines may vary with your payment method and bank.

Payment Terms

Standard hotel check-in is 11 AM; early check-in is subject to availability.
Transport runs as per the itinerary and is not at personal disposal; air conditioning may not operate efficiently in hilly terrain.
Rates may change without prior notice due to force majeure, weather, strikes, or other circumstances beyond our control; we will arrange suitable alternatives where possible.
We reserve the right to cancel a booking even after payment, in which case any amount received is refunded.
Any misconduct affecting the group or staff may result in dismissal from the tour without refund.
The itinerary may be adjusted for safety or circumstances beyond our control; we will minimise disruption.
Travellers are responsible for their personal belongings throughout the trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to this circuit from Chennai?

Fly Chennai to Delhi (about 2 hours 45 minutes) on Day 1 and board the overnight Volvo to Shimla the same evening. We recommend a flight that lands in Delhi by afternoon so you have buffer time. Flights and airport transfers are not included; the Delhi–Shimla Volvo is.

What is the best time for this summer Spiti circuit with Chandratal?

Mid-June through early October is ideal. Kunzum Pass and the Chandratal camping zone open once snow clears, usually by the second or third week of June; September brings the clearest skies and fewer crowds.

Is this circuit suitable for first-time Spiti travellers?

Yes — entering via Shimla and Kinnaur means you gain altitude gradually over several days before reaching the high villages, which makes it one of the safest and most comfortable ways to experience Spiti for the first time.

Is Chandratal camping guaranteed?

Camping depends entirely on Kunzum Pass opening and current road and weather conditions. When access is unsafe, we adjust the plan with safety first and arrange the best possible alternative.

Where exactly is the Chandratal camp?

Camping is only at the designated camping zone near Chandratal, a short drive from the lake. The lake itself is visited on foot, and there is no camping at the shore, in line with local rules.

How cold does it get at Chandratal and Kaza in summer?

Kaza nights run roughly 5–10°C, while Chandratal and the high passes can drop to 0–5°C even in summer. Carry thermals, a down jacket, and gloves.

Do you provide oxygen support, and how is it charged?

An emergency oxygen cylinder is carried in the vehicle on every departure for support purposes. It is chargeable only if used and is not a substitute for professional medical care.

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8 Nights 9 Days Spiti Valley Summer Circuit from Chennai (with Chandratal)

Transport Included

Sightseeing Included

Stay Included

Meals Included

Flight Included

Overview

Itinerary

Day 1: Fly Chennai to Delhi – Board Overnight Volvo to Shimla

Day 2: Shimla to Sangla via Narkanda & the Sutlej Valley (260 km / 9–10 hrs)

Day 3: Sangla – Chitkul Excursion – Kalpa (95 km / 5–6 hrs)

Day 4: Kalpa to Tabo via Khab Confluence & Nako (200 km / 8–9 hrs)

Day 5: Tabo – Dhankar – Pin Valley – Mud Village – Kaza (120 km / 6–7 hrs)

Day 6: Kaza – Langza, Hikkim & Komic High-Village Circuit

Day 7: Kaza – Key Monastery – Kibber – Chicham Bridge – Kunzum Pass – Chandratal

Day 8: Chandratal – Batal – Manali – Board Overnight Volvo to Delhi

Day 9: Arrive Delhi – Fly Home to Chennai (Trip Ends)

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