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BIKE SAFARI LAHAUL AND SPITI VALLEY





11 Days in
Kinnour, Spiti and Lahaul Valley



Fixed Tour : 21th September to 15th Oct.

Region: Himachal Pradesh



The two twin Valleys Spiti and Lahaul in the north eastern corner of Himachal Pradesh are a region of nature at it wildest. The threshold of the Lahaul Plateau is nourished by the Chandra and Baga Rivers. Dry and very cold, it is surrounded by high mountains on all sides. There are many glaciers, the biggest is Bara Shigri. Lahaul is a fascinating area for Buddist art and culture. The monasteries of Lahaul and Spiti are rich repositories of ancient murals, thankas, wood carvings and golden images of the Padmasambhava. The people are charming, friendly and hospitable with their own traditional dances, ballads, folk tales and legends.

The Valleys lie at a height of 2745 meters above sea level. Summers here are cool and pleasant with green grass, alpine flowers and an abundance of crops. There is no Monsoon, only sunshine and dry crisp air.



Detailed itinary



Day 1



Manali to Jhibi 104 km





Jhibi, a picturesque Village, gives you some time to relax and calm down.



Day 2



Jhibi to Saharan 123 km





Sarahan is a tiny, but beautiful Village in the Sutley Valley surrounded by apple orchards and dominated by the ShrikhandMahadev Peak (5227m). It was the ancient capital of Rampur Bushehr, one of the biggest princely states in the Shimla hills. Here you can visit the Bhimakali Temple with its six silver coated doors. It is a mixture of both, Hindu and Buddhist style and attracts tourist from all over the world



Day 3



Chitkul to RecongPeo to Kalpa 77 km





On the way back to the Sangla Valley you can make a stopover in Sangla. It is situated at an elevation of 2680 m. The Bering Nag Temple and the monastery are worth a visit. There is the famous fair Phulaich, which is celebrated each year in August-September. The wooden houses are a unique example of wooden architecture. One kilometer away is a Saffron farm.

RecongPeo is the headquarter of Kinnaur district. It is one of the most scenic but less known districts. Here the river Sutley flows through and due to the high altitude the summer are short and the winter long. Due to the proximity to Tibet, the lifestyle and religion has been influenced by Buddhism, through the majority of the people practice Hinduism. Kinnour is a land of Legends and mythology.

Kalpa, 51 km away from Sangla, is surrounded by vineyards, which are protected from bears by large sheep dogs, especially trained for that purpose. Here you can buy Kinnauri Shawls and caps.



Day 4



Kalpa to Tabo via Nako lake 191 km





Nako, at an altitude of 3662 m in Hingrang Valley is the famous and largest village. Yaks, kine, horses and donkeys are reared here in abundance.

At the right side of Spiti River, is an ancient Village, flanked on either side by lofty hills, brown and sun burnt, it is the seat of one of the most famous monasteries: The 1000 year old Tabo Monastery.It has exquisite frescoes and stucco.



Day 5



Tabo to Kaza 97 km via Dhankar and Kungri Monastery





Dhankar is the ancient capital of the Spiti king; the most incredibly Gompa is situated high on the barren rocky mountain slopes.

KungriGompa, built around 1330 A.D., provides unmistakable evidence.

Kazais situated on the feet of steep ridges. It has a population of 781 and a traditional fair is celebrated every year in August.

A short trail leads from Kaza to Hikim and to Langza Village situated in the Shila Valley.



Day 6



Kaza to Kibber/ Ki/ Comic back to Kaza 99km





Let’s visit the famous Kyegompa. The gompa is placed high on a mountain looking like a pyramid. It belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism. Kibber, one of the highest permanent inhabited villages is located in a semi bowl-shape. A small Gompa is worth to visit, later we go to Kaza, the headquarter of Spiti Valley.



Day 7



Kaza to Chandratal 116 km





We drive through several villages of Spiti over the Kunzum pass, (4551 m). Our way leads us further to the beautiful Chandratal Lake at an altitude of 4270 meters. Chandratal, which means the Lake of Moon, is shaped like a half moon and is set on a large meadow of edelweiss within a lower ridge and the main KunzumRange. Overnight stay in Camp at Chandertaal.



Day 8



Chandertaal to Keylong 98 km





Keylong is situated at an elevation of 3350m in the heart of the Himalayas in a lonely corner with high cliffs covered with snow. This place is lush green. Only here you can find a permanent Bazar. In Keylong, the headquarter of Lahoul and Spiti Valley, you can visit following attractions:


Gondla on the right bank of the river Chandra, the tall imposing structure up on a hill is also a fortification.

Kardang the largest monastery in the area, it has barrel sized prayer drums that the monks turn during their perambulations, paintings, ancient weapons, musical instruments and large life-size statues of Buddha and the Bodhisattvas.

Shashur monastery perched upon a mountain-side, nearly 600 m above the valley, opposite Khardang.

Overnight stay in Hotel in keylong



Day 9



Keylong to Trilokinath Temple to Udaipur 70 km





Today after a breakfast at your hotel ride to Sarchu passing through beautiful landscapes & mountains over Tanglang LA pass,Nakee La pass and Lachung LA pass.On arrival in Sarchu check in at camps.overnight in camp.



Day 10



Udaipur to Manali 151 km





Today we enter theKullu Valley via Rohtang Pass (3980m) and reach in Manali.

Overnight stay in Manali.

Service and tour ends here.



Cost will be for this tour Rs. /- per person with 5 bikes
Cost will be for this tour Rs. /- per person with 10 bikes



PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES:





  • A Royal Enfield 500 cc Motorbike
  • Petrol for the whole trip (11 Days)
  • A Tour Guide to lead the tour
  • An Experienced Mechanic
  • Back up Vehicle to carry spare parts, Your Luggage, Extra Petrol etc.
  • Accommodation Twin Sharing a Room or Swiss camping tents basis.
  • All Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Tea, Dinner snacks and beverages.
  • Inner line permit
  • All entry fees in monument and monastery
  • 2 nights in Manali with CP Plan (Bad and breakfast)
  • 1 night stay in Jhibi with all meals in hotel / Camp
  • 1 night stay in Sarahan with all meals
  • 1 night Sangla with All Meals
  • 1 night stay in Kalpa with all meals
  • 1 night stay in Tabo with all meals
  • 2 night stay in Kazza with all meals
  • 1 night stay in Chandertaal with all meals
  • 1 night stay in keylong with all meals
  • 1 night stay in Udaipu


Does not include:





  • Air fair
  • Volvo bus from Delhi to Manali or Manali to delhi
  • Camera fees
  • Any Damage or spare part will be charge directly


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