Spiti Circuit
7 nights, 8 days. The full Spiti loop: up through Kinnaur to Kaza, out over Kunzum La to Chandratal and Manali.
The Spiti Circuit is a 7-night, 8-day private trip covering Narkanda, Kalpa, Tabo, Kaza, Chandratal and Manali. It starts at Chandigarh and ends at Chandigarh. Prices start at ₹22,000 per person on twin sharing (approx. AED 920), land only, before 5% GST. Season: Mid-June to September, when Kunzum La is open
Route
- Narkanda1 night
- 160 km, about 6 hours
- Kalpa1 night
- 150 km via Nako, about 6 hours
- Tabo1 night
- 50 km via Dhankar, about 2 hours
- Kaza2 nights
- 95 km over Kunzum La, about 5 hours on rough road
- Chandratal1 night
- 115 km via the Atal Tunnel, about 6 hours
- Manali1 night
Distances and drive times are approximate and depend on traffic and weather.
Spec sheet
| Duration | 7 nights, 8 days |
|---|---|
| Start | Chandigarh. Narkanda is about 5.5 hours away. |
| End | Chandigarh, about 8 hours from Manali |
| Meals | Breakfast and dinner every day |
| Car | Innova, Xylo or a 4x4 for the rough Kaza to Manali stretch. |
| Longest drive | About 8 hours, Manali to Chandigarh |
| Highest point | Kunzum La, about 4,551 m |
| Highest night | Chandratal camps, about 4,250 m |
| Why this direction | Entering from the Shimla side gains height slowly, which helps the body adjust. |
| Permits | Indian travellers need no permit. Foreign nationals need an Inner Line Permit between Reckong Peo and Kaza. |
| Stays | Simple hotels and homestays. Chandratal is a tented camp with shared or basic bathrooms. |
| Flights | Not included. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan. |
| Season | Mid-June to September, when Kunzum La is open |
Stays by category
| Stop | Standard | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Narkanda and Kalpa, 2N | Standard hotel | Best available hotel |
| Tabo and Kaza, 3N | Homestay or guesthouse | Best available hotel |
| Chandratal, 1N | Standard camp | Deluxe camp |
| Manali, 1N | 3-star hotel | 4-star hotel |
Hotel and houseboat names are confirmed in writing before you pay.
Day by day
- Day 1
Chandigarh to Narkanda
Pickup in Chandigarh. Drive past Shimla to Narkanda.
- Day 2
Narkanda to Kalpa
Along the Sutlej river into Kinnaur. Views of the Kinner Kailash range from Kalpa.
- Day 3
Kalpa to Tabo
Past the Khab river confluence and Nako lake to Tabo. Visit Tabo monastery, founded in 996.
- Day 4
Tabo to Kaza
Short drive with a stop at Dhankar monastery.
- Day 5
Around Kaza
Key monastery, Kibber, and the high villages of Langza, Hikkim and Komic.
- Day 6
Kaza to Chandratal
Over Kunzum La to the Chandratal camps. Short walk to the lake.
- Day 7
Chandratal to Manali
A rough road to Gramphu, then through the Atal Tunnel to Manali.
- Day 8
Manali to Chandigarh
Drive back to Chandigarh.
What the price covers
Included
- Stays in your chosen category, twin sharing
- Breakfast and dinner every day
- Private car with driver for all transfers and the sightseeing listed
- Pickup and drop in Chandigarh
- Driver costs, fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- Inner Line Permit fees for foreign nationals
- Monastery entry fees
- Flights or trains
- Lunch and entry fees
- 5% GST
- Travel insurance
- Anything not listed as included
Payment and cancellation
30% advance confirms your booking. The balance is due 15 days before arrival.
| You cancel | Charge |
|---|---|
| 30 or more days before | 10% |
| 15 to 29 days before | 25% |
| 7 to 14 days before | 50% |
| 3 to 6 days before | 75% |
| 0 to 2 days, or no-show | 100% |
If roads close or a government advisory stops travel, you get a credit note valid for 12 months, or a refund minus costs suppliers will not return. Read the full policy.
Questions and answers
How much does the Spiti Circuit cost?
Standard from ₹22,000, Deluxe from ₹32,000 per person on twin sharing, land only, before 5% GST. Prices are valid until 31 March 2027 and are confirmed on enquiry.
Are flights included?
No. The price covers stays, breakfast and dinner, and a private car with driver. We suggest flight timings that fit the plan.
When does the Spiti Circuit run?
Mid-June to September, when Kunzum La is open
Is the Spiti Circuit suitable for children or seniors?
It is a demanding trip with rough roads, basic stays and one night above 4,200 m. We suggest it for fit adults and older children. Ask us about a shorter Kinnaur-only version.
How do I book?
Send an enquiry on WhatsApp or the form on this page. We reply with a written plan that names the hotels. A 30% advance confirms the booking and the balance is due 15 days before arrival.