Drive to Narkanda by self-driven car from RBTS. The journey will take a distance of around 180 km and will take 6 hours to reach. On the way, we will cross Shimla, Kufri & some other places. One is constantly treated to a bird's-eye view of the different valleys as the road twists and turns from one spur to another. Especially breathtaking is the view of Narkanda from Fagu, a small village en route.
On arrived at Narkanda, check in to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay with dinner.
In the Morning, After breakfast Drive to Sangla which is around 160km journey took 5-6 Hours. A small town on the banks of the Baspa River, Sangla is a picturesque and serene place. Many restaurants, cafes, and accommodation options make it an apt stop on the way to the Spiti Valley.
Dinner and overnight stay at the campsite.
Post breakfast, Chandigarh to Spiti Self Drive Tour will take you to Tabo. On the way, make a small stop at Nako – a scenic hamlet – known for its namesake lake. Later, continue driving towards Gyu village, which has a 550-year-old mummy, and then head out to the town of Tabo. The highlight of this place is the 10th century Tabo Monastery, built by the revered Tibetan Buddhist, Rinchen Zangpo. On reaching the town, check-in at the hotel and rest for the night.
In the morning, pack your bags and head to Dhankar. Take a shortcut via Latilung and Rama village, to reach the Lingti Valley. Flanked by the soaring Himalayan peaks on all sides, Lingti Valley is an enchanting place. While here, click pictures against the backdrop of snow-clad mountains. Lying in the Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, the place is renowned for its diversity of flora and fauna. Snow leopard, red fox, Siberian ibex, and marten, along with hundreds of plant species are found here. After capturing the mesmerizing beauty of the valley in your cameras, transfer to the hotel in Kaza, on the banks of the Spiti River.
Dinner & enjoy a relaxing sleep.
After having breakfast set out on an excursion to Langza and Komik. Langza, a small village in the heart of Spiti Valley, is known for the fossil reserves of marine creatures. Komik is one of the highest villages in Asia. It has only a few houses, and the major highlight of this place is its monastery. If you want, you can also drive to the small Hikkim village. While here, you can send some postcards to your family, telling them about this amazing Spiti self-drive tour. After lunch, pay a visit to Ki Monastery – the biggest Buddhist learning center in the Spiti Valley. Originally built in the 11th century, the gompa was once home to about 350 lamas. Also, visit Kibber, famed as the highest village in the world.
Thereafter, retreat to the hotel in Kaza and enjoy dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Relish a hearty meal in the morning, and later head to Chandratal. Often referred to as The Moon Lake, Chandratal derived its name from its crescent shape. Positioned at a height of over 14000 feet above sea level, this pristine lake looks even more charming in the backdrop of high mountain peaks. Spend your day admiring the beauty of the lake, and later move to the campsite to rest for the night.
Savour a delicious meal in the morning and drive to Manali. The journey will include crossing the Rohtang pass and passing by Gramphu, Chhatru, and Batal. Visit Sightseeing Hadimba Devi Temple, Solang Valley. In the evening, participate in a gala celebration that includes a mouth-watering dinner along with handcrafted cocktails. It is the perfect way to end this memorable tour. Thereafter, dinner and sleep comfortably in your hotel room.
Post a delectable breakfast, drive back to Chandigarh, where this Chandigarh to Spiti Self Drive Tour ends.