Trekking in Spiti

Remote villages and Tibetan Buddhisme of Spiti

After exploring the Manali (Kullu valley) you will drive over the Rohtang pass (4050 m) through the summer pasture of the local shepherd to the barren land of Spiti also known as the Little Tibet. The topography of the Spiti is marked by high mountains and narrow rivers, valleys with flat land being an uncommon occurrence. The rugged climate and high altitude makes the region somewhat difficult for human habitation. The great range of the main Himalayas in the back ground is beautiful and refreshing. Wild life such as Ibex and Thar can be seen in the herds as well as the snow wolves too. You will explore the centuries old monasteries belonging to Tibetan Buddhism where the monks practice meditation and other monastic rituals, preserving old Stucco images and Thangkas depicting different life stories of Guru Padmasambhava, the founder of Gelug-Pa sect. People of Spiti live with their herds of Yak, Sheep and goats. They grow Barely and other vegetables; the people are hospitable and in villages still maintain the century old tradition. This is leisure trek, accessible for all.


DAY 1: Arrival Delhi

DAY 2: Delhi to Manali (2000 m) 570 kms 16 hours by tourist bus

DAY 3: Manali

DAY 4: Manali to Lossar (4050 m) 6 to7hrs

DAY 5: Lossar to Kibber via Kaza (4200 m) 50 km

DAY 6: Kibber to Tashigang via Gete 4300 mtrs via Kye, 4 hours; Trek 1

DAY 7: Tashigang to Langza (4100mtrs) 4hrs 30 minutes; Trek 2

DAY 8: Langza to Komic (4500mtrs) via Hikkim 3 hours; Trek 3

DAY 9: Komic to Damul (4150 Mtrs) 4 hrs; Trek 4

DAY 10: Damul to Lalung (3800 mtrs) 5 hours Trek 5

Day 11: Lalung to Tabo via Dhankar 3hours; trek 6

DAY 12: Tabo to Pin valley-Guling-Kaza (3600mtrs) Kaza 72 kms

DAY 13: Kaza to Manali 180kms

DAY 14: Manali to Delhi

DAY 15: Visit Delhi and Departure


DAY 1:-Arrival Delhi

Reception in airport, transfer to the hotel, a relaxing overnight in hotel.

DAY 2:-Delhi to Manali (2000 m) 570 kms 16 hours by tourist bus

Enjoy full day sight seen in Delhi, transfer to bus station, night in a comfortable bus.

DAY 3:-Manali

Reeach Manali by morning, check- into the hotel, visit old Manali, Hadimba temple, Shiva temple and the monastery in town which are the main attraction of the town. Afternoon is free in town, night in a hotel.

DAY 4:-Manali to Lossar (4050 m) 6 to7hrs

Drive along the true left bank through the several villages to Rohtang pass (3950 m). Follow the rough road towards the east in Chandra valley. Drive to the Kunzum pass (4700 m) which offers an extensive view of C.B. range; descend next 11 km to the first campsite before Lossar village, overnight in a camp.

DAY 5:-Lossar to Kibber via Kaza (4200 m) 50 km

After breakfast visit gompa of Lossar and the village, passing through several villages, a short visit to Kaza. Now leave to visit the famous monastery perched high on a pyramid like mountain, belongs to the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism and Kibber. Kibber is one of the highest permanent inhabited village in the region, visit the village and gompa (Monastery), overnight in the camp.

DAY 6:- Kibber to Tashigang via Gete 4300 mtrs via Kye, 4 hours; Trek 1

Trek starts by a gradual path in higher region of Spiti through the field of barley and peas. Visit Gete a beautiful hamlet with its few houses; further 45 minutes trek to Tashigang. By evening one can visit to the family, overnight in the camp.

DAY 7:-Tashigang to Langza (4100mtrs) 4hrs 30 minutes; Trek 2

Gradual trail in the beginning and then half an hour’s descend to the river bed of Shila Nalla (stream). As we have to cross it, therefore early departure is advised. Steady long climb to reach Langza, campsite close to the village (most of time temporary). (Please note that if river is not crossable and temporary bridge is washed away, then in that case one has to return to the road side and look for an alternate transport or may have to walk longer than expected time to get to the campsite).

DAY 8:- Langza to Komic (4500mtrs) via Hikkim 3 hours; Trek 3

Day starts with an easy trek, on the way visit Hikkim village. After half an hour’s walk reach at Comic, known for one of the highest monastery in the world and for fossils? After lunch stroll to collect the fossils, by the evening one can visit the family house to know the life of the people, overnight in the camp.

DAY 9:-Komic to Damul (4150 Mtrs) 4 hrs; Trek 4

Join morning Puja in the monastery, easy trail; command the breathtaking view of the Mountains, at the end gradual descend to the village, overnight in the camp.

DAY 10:-Damul to Lalung (3800 mtrs) 5 hours Trek 5

Steep descend to the Lingti valley, again gradual climb to Lalung village, visit the second most interesting monastery of Spiti. The monastic site of Lalung once consisted of nine temples, together with the unusually rich interior of Lalung, main Chapel and the fact that the building of the temple is also attributed to Rinchen Zangpo.

Day 11:-Lalung to Tabo via Dhankar 3hours; trek 6

3 hours trek to Dhankar, the ancient capital of Spiti kingdom, the most incredibly situated gompa, perched high on the barren rocky mountain slopes. After visit vehicle will pick you up for further drive of 30 kms to Tabo  via Schilling. Tabo monastery has been founded in 996 A.D., which is often called the Ajanta of Himalayas. In Trans Himalayas Buddhism, Tabo sanctity is next only to Tibet’s Tholing gompa.

DAY 12:-Tabo to Pin valley-Guling-Kaza (3600mtrs) Kaza 72 kms

Drive to Guling in Pin valley also known for its wild life; visit the monastery of Kungri the main centre of Nyingmapa sect in Spiti. Back to Kaza, the camp out of Kaza town.

DAY 13:-Kaza to Manali 180kms

Same way back over Kunzum pass (4700 m), Chandra valley over Rohtang pass (3950 m), overnight in the hotel.

DAY 14:-Manali to Delhi

Enjoy free day to explore Manali, by night bus to Delhi, night in bus.

DAY 15:-Visit Delhi and Departure

Arrive in Delhi, transfer to the hotel, and visit Bahia Temple, Huymaun Tomb. After lunch, free visit in Delhi; transfer to international airport by evening for onward flight.



COST INCLUDE

  • Ground transport as per itinerary.

  • Airport / Railway Station & Bus Stand transfer

  • AC Volvo bus ticket for Delhi-Manali-Delhi.

  • English speaking local Guide

  • Full board (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)

  • Twin sharing specious tent & foam mattress

  • Dinning tent for 4 person onward, 2/3 person will eat in kitchen tent.

  • All meals during trekking-lunch will be served as packed

  • During the trek transport by jeep/pony, mule or porter

  • Kitchen team with all necessary items

  • Camping fee / permit

  • Medical box with oxygen cylinder

  • COST EXCLUDE

  • International flight ticket,

  • Monument fees,

  • Visa and airport tax,

  • Sleeping bag,

  • Beverages and personal expenses,

  • Medical expenses and evacuation,

  • Insurance,

  • Porters to carry your personal gears

  • Personal gears used for trekking / expedition,

  • Tipping,


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    All the cancellation must be in written and signed by the person who signed the booking form and will be effective from the date of the reception by the company. 1:60 days or more before departure The agency will refund the entire paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (€ 40 per persons or equivalent in other currency), bank charges subject to the bank policies, when booking domestic flights, the Cancellation fee subject to airline policies at present or if the tickets are non- refundable in that case the full amount of the ticket will be retained. The hotels are reserved and must be paid in advance; the company will apply the cancellation policies of hotels. Cancelation charge for train tickets and other ground transport and related services if needed to be booked in advance. Hence the remaining amount will be refunded after deducting all above cancelling policies applied for different services. 2: 40 Days before departure The agency will refund the 50% of paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (€ 40 per persons or equivalent in other currency), bank charges subject to the bank policies, when booking domestic flights, the Cancellation fee subject to airline policies at present or if the tickets are non- refundable in that case the full amount of the ticket will be retained. The hotels are reserved and must be paid in advance; the company will apply the cancellation policies of hotels. Cancelation charges of train tickets and other ground transport and related services if needed to be booked in advance. Hence the remaining amount will be refunded after deducting all above cancelation policies applied for different services. Less than 30 days before departure The agency will be obliged to withhold the full amount of the deposit paid by the customer. In this case, the customer must inform their insurance as soon as possible and provide as much documentation to support the cancellation of trip. It is therefore h3ly advised to take out cancellation insurance to cover such expenses.
    Itinerary / hotels are sub. to change in case of strike, civil war threatens, I that case you may be will loose expected places you have prepared for but will explore unexpected and for sure will not disappointed. In case of Vehicle break down another mode of transport will be managed at the earliest possible, In that case you are requested to keep patience and co-operate with the situation. Also you can be transferred by alternative vehicle available at the moment as of local bus till you will be not having the proper mode of transport.
    The Company cannot be made liable for the consequences of weather condition, flight cancellations, war or threat of civil war, strikes, industrial action, political unrest or any other force majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstance. The company reserves the right to use alternate transport, or vary the itinerary if breakdown, sickness or any other force major. Any additional that result, such as extra hotel accommodation, flight or road transport will be on your charge and must be paid directly at the spot. Please understand, there are certain hazards involved in your adventurous and culture holidays which you must accept at your own risk. The company will not be liable for any illness major or minor injury, death sustained during neither the trip, nor it will be liable for any uninsured losses of your property and other losses during the trip. It is h3ly advised that clients take out insurance to cover the unexpected and cancellation charges.
    Accommodation is based on 3 star category in Delhi- Manali standard or Charming, In rural of Spiti area there are limited choices of accommodation sub. to the each places. Neat and clean local standards of hotels or guest houses will be provided. While trekking you will be assisted by kitchen team with all necessary items including two men spacious tent, mattress, dining tents from 4 persons onward, toilet tents and all necessary items. Our chef will prepare verities of Indian, Chinese and Continental vegetarian and non vegetarian meals, Chefs on trek are used to cook for the western guest and pay their attention to dose the spice, Breakfast and dinner will be served at camp, lunch is always packed, Afternoon snacks is served with hot beverages as of tea and coffee.
    Sub to the number of person in group, for 2 to 4 Toyota Innova / Scorpia or Zylo, for 5 and more than 5 persons Tempo travellers or mini bus will be provided. All vehicle will be air-conditioned, except in hilly area air-condition of any vehicle can not be regularly used due to steep uphill drive, So you have to co-operate with. For the Autumns and spring season when temperature goes down, if you required heater except minibus each of those mentioned vehicle have the heating facilities and cannot be used too while on uphill drive .
    Road in this part of Himalaya is rough ( very rough at some palces ) in region of Kullu- Manali you can face land slide due to rainfall from july till mid Sep. and can be blocked for hours , a days or more, you may miss the places expected to visit, or will visit the unexpected places, to regulate the situation the team at the spot will do the best possible at the moment. Road in India are being widen So please don’t compare the driving time as estimated in developed nation.
    Warm jacket type of gore axe or else ,Pull over, Trek suite, Raincoat, trekking shoes, Sneakers for river crossing, Camp shoes, Gloves, pairs of warm socks + normal socks, Sunglasses / Spare glasses or contact lenses, Sun hat + cap, sun cream, stick to protect the lips, long and short sleeves Shirts- Loose trousers, breathable water proof over , trousers , Washing kit, toilet kit, A small sewing kit, Safety pins, torch or flash light with spare batteries, Camera with spare memory cards and batteries, battery Charger , day sac, water bottle, pair of gaiters , walking sticks if one required, personal medical kit as per your medical advisor. Sleeping bag (-10/-15°C ) small pillow if you required , A light towel, a knife, a role of toilet paper, a plastic bowl for shaving ( for men, a large plastic bag to protect your clothing inside the bag, wet tissue paper, fanny pack to keep safely your important doc as passport, insurance paper, credit cards, money, Multifunctional knife, lighters, wooden pencils and pen, string of 4-55 meters to dry the clothing or other purpose, English –Hindi dictionary to learn the important words to greet and to communicate with locals and a note book can be useful to engrave your memory in it .

    Trekking in Spiti

    India Easy
    • Region: Spiti, Himachal Pradesh

    • Activity: Trekking

    • Season: Mid June to Mid Oct

    • Duration: 15 Days (6 Days Trek)

    • Grade: Easy

    Highlights

    • Lush Green valley of Kullu & Manali

    • The alpine pastures between Kullu and Spiti

    • Buddhist culture of Spiti so called Little Tibet

    • The ancient monasteries and authentic Tibetan villages

    • Arid landscapes, oases and Snow-capped mountains.


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