SPITI VALLEY - BIKE EXPEDITION 2022
Spiti Valley (pronounced as Piti in Bhoti Language) is a cold desert mountain valley located high in the Himalayas in the north-eastern part of the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The name "Spiti" means "The middle land", i.e. the land between Tibet and India.
The local population follows Vajrayana Buddhism similar to that found in the nearby Tibet and Ladakh regions. The valley and surrounding region are among the least populated regions in India. Spiti valley is a gateway to the northernmost reaches of the nation. Spiti forms part of the Lahaul and Spiti district. The sub-divisional headquarters (capital) is Kaza, Himachal Pradesh which is situated on the Spiti River at an elevation of about 12,500 feet (3,800 m) above mean sea level.
Spiti valley is surrounded by high mountain ranges. Spiti valley is separated from Lahaul valley by the high Kunzum Pass, at 15,059 feet (4,590 m). A road connects these two divisions of Lahaul and Spiti district but is cut off frequently in winter and spring due to heavy snow. A southern route to India proper, via the Sutlej in the Kinnaur district and Shimla, is periodically closed for brief periods in the winter storms of November through June, but road access is usually restored a few days after the storm ends.
The local population follows Vajrayana Buddhism similar to that found in the nearby Tibet and Ladakh regions. The valley and surrounding region are among the least populated regions in India. Spiti valley is a gateway to the northernmost reaches of the nation. Spiti forms part of the Lahaul and Spiti district. The sub-divisional headquarters (capital) is Kaza, Himachal Pradesh which is situated on the Spiti River at an elevation of about 12,500 feet (3,800 m) above mean sea level.
Spiti valley is surrounded by high mountain ranges. Spiti valley is separated from Lahaul valley by the high Kunzum Pass, at 15,059 feet (4,590 m). A road connects these two divisions of Lahaul and Spiti district but is cut off frequently in winter and spring due to heavy snow. A southern route to India proper, via the Sutlej in the Kinnaur district and Shimla, is periodically closed for brief periods in the winter storms of November through June, but road access is usually restored a few days after the storm ends.
Batch dates -
Outing Date - 11th to 18th Sept 2022
SHORT INFORMATION -
Category: Bike Expedition
Mode of Transport: Bike
Duration : 8 Nights / 9 Days
Batch Size: 30
Mode of Transport: Bike
Duration : 8 Nights / 9 Days
Batch Size: 30
Itinerary -
Day-01: Arrival at Manali & Explore the nearby region
Early morning arrival at Manali and drive to Hotel. Afternoon visit to the Solang Valley-a famous picnic & adventure spot. Enjoy the adventure activities; Paragliding, Skiing, Zorbing & short Trek to Shivlinga & the option of Rope way Ride etc which can be provided at extra cost. Late afternoon return to Manali & you can visit Mall road and local market for shopping. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day-02 : Manali - Chandertal
Drive from Manali to Chandertal over Rohtang Pass (3978mtr) in the morning. Arrival at Chandertal in the evening. One can go for a hike or chill out at the nearby lake, also trek towards Kunzum Pass can be considered as another option subject to the availability of time & weather conditions. Main Attractions: Rohtang pass on the way
Accommodation: Tent Stay.
Day-03 : Chandertal - Kaza
Drive to Kaza is approximately 70 km from Chandertal. The Journey winds through the mountain roads of Kunzum La with worthwhile scenery and a visit to the first village at Spiti- Loser. The tour will then proceed to the beautiful village of Kaza. Night stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel / Home Stay in Kaza
Day-04 : Kibber Village & Ki Monastery
Sight Seeing in the Morning as we visit the Ki monastery, which is 12 kms from Kaza. This century-old gompa is a labyrinth of rooms and corridors and at one time also acted as a fort. We can also visit the small gompa at Kibber, 9 km further ahead subject to time & weather conditions.
Accommodation: Guest House / Hotel
Day-5 : Kaza / Pin Valley / Mud
Drive to Pin Valley - a tributary of the Spiti River ('Pin' originates deep in the Trans Himalayan Mountains leading to one of the ancient trade routes and popular trek of Bhaba Pass. It is also home to the magnificent Snow Leopard and several Trans Himalayan animals and rare birds protected under the National Parks of India). On the way visit to Kungri which is Spiti's second oldest monastery, built around 1330. The gompa consists of three detached rectangular blocks facing east. Kungri recently received large foreign donations for its renovation. You'll drive through this beautiful valley up to the last village of Mudh.
Evening arrival and check-in at the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day-06 : Mud - Tabo
Drive to Tabo. Tabo is the second most popular town in Spiti Valley known for its Chos Khor Gompa (1020 AD) - a monastery that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and depicts the lineage of Buddhism. Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
Accommodation: Guest House
Day-07 : Tabo - Dhankar - Kaza
Travel from Tabo to Dhankar gompa. This gompa rests high over the valley and is a stupendous example of local architecture. We can also visit the Lalung Gompa traveling onwards to Kaza. Accommodation: Guest House
Day-08 : Kaza / Manali (202 kms)
Travel back from Kaza to Manali enroute crossing over Kunzam Pass providing beautiful views of Rohtang Pass. Evening arrival and check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Tour Concludes with lifetime memories :)
Early morning arrival at Manali and drive to Hotel. Afternoon visit to the Solang Valley-a famous picnic & adventure spot. Enjoy the adventure activities; Paragliding, Skiing, Zorbing & short Trek to Shivlinga & the option of Rope way Ride etc which can be provided at extra cost. Late afternoon return to Manali & you can visit Mall road and local market for shopping. Overnight stay at Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Day-02 : Manali - Chandertal
Drive from Manali to Chandertal over Rohtang Pass (3978mtr) in the morning. Arrival at Chandertal in the evening. One can go for a hike or chill out at the nearby lake, also trek towards Kunzum Pass can be considered as another option subject to the availability of time & weather conditions. Main Attractions: Rohtang pass on the way
Accommodation: Tent Stay.
Day-03 : Chandertal - Kaza
Drive to Kaza is approximately 70 km from Chandertal. The Journey winds through the mountain roads of Kunzum La with worthwhile scenery and a visit to the first village at Spiti- Loser. The tour will then proceed to the beautiful village of Kaza. Night stay at hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel / Home Stay in Kaza
Day-04 : Kibber Village & Ki Monastery
Sight Seeing in the Morning as we visit the Ki monastery, which is 12 kms from Kaza. This century-old gompa is a labyrinth of rooms and corridors and at one time also acted as a fort. We can also visit the small gompa at Kibber, 9 km further ahead subject to time & weather conditions.
Accommodation: Guest House / Hotel
Day-5 : Kaza / Pin Valley / Mud
Drive to Pin Valley - a tributary of the Spiti River ('Pin' originates deep in the Trans Himalayan Mountains leading to one of the ancient trade routes and popular trek of Bhaba Pass. It is also home to the magnificent Snow Leopard and several Trans Himalayan animals and rare birds protected under the National Parks of India). On the way visit to Kungri which is Spiti's second oldest monastery, built around 1330. The gompa consists of three detached rectangular blocks facing east. Kungri recently received large foreign donations for its renovation. You'll drive through this beautiful valley up to the last village of Mudh.
Evening arrival and check-in at the hotel for an overnight stay.
Day-06 : Mud - Tabo
Drive to Tabo. Tabo is the second most popular town in Spiti Valley known for its Chos Khor Gompa (1020 AD) - a monastery that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and depicts the lineage of Buddhism. Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
Accommodation: Guest House
Day-07 : Tabo - Dhankar - Kaza
Travel from Tabo to Dhankar gompa. This gompa rests high over the valley and is a stupendous example of local architecture. We can also visit the Lalung Gompa traveling onwards to Kaza. Accommodation: Guest House
Day-08 : Kaza / Manali (202 kms)
Travel back from Kaza to Manali enroute crossing over Kunzam Pass providing beautiful views of Rohtang Pass. Evening arrival and check-in at the hotel for overnight stay.
Tour Concludes with lifetime memories :)
Trip Cost -
INR 32,000/- Only Per Person ! (Double Rider)
INR 41,000/- Only Per Person ! (Single Rider)
Please note: Registration would only be considered once the entire amount of the Tour is paid. Bookings need to be done well in advance as per the suggested timelines.
Cost Includes
1. Stay Charges- From Day 1 to Day 8 (Twin sharing basis)
2. Bike Rent (Royal Enfield Himalayan)
3. Bike Fuel for the trip
4. All Inner line Permits
5. Backup XUV Van for transporting the Luggage
6. Backup Mechanic for the bikes
7. Breakfast & Dinner - From Day 1 to Day 8
Cost Excludes
1. Travelling and stay from your base city to Manali and back.
2. Lunch - Day 1 to Day 8
3. Any kind of monastery entry or any nature fee charged by local authorities
4. Any changes due to climatic conditions.
5. Any small or major damage of the bikes, bcoz bikes will only have third-party insurance.
6. Any kind of insurance.
7. Any damage to the bike during the trip.
8. Or Any other expense than the above-mentioned Inclusions incurred during the Trip
INR 41,000/- Only Per Person ! (Single Rider)
Please note: Registration would only be considered once the entire amount of the Tour is paid. Bookings need to be done well in advance as per the suggested timelines.
Cost Includes
1. Stay Charges- From Day 1 to Day 8 (Twin sharing basis)
2. Bike Rent (Royal Enfield Himalayan)
3. Bike Fuel for the trip
4. All Inner line Permits
5. Backup XUV Van for transporting the Luggage
6. Backup Mechanic for the bikes
7. Breakfast & Dinner - From Day 1 to Day 8
Cost Excludes
1. Travelling and stay from your base city to Manali and back.
2. Lunch - Day 1 to Day 8
3. Any kind of monastery entry or any nature fee charged by local authorities
4. Any changes due to climatic conditions.
5. Any small or major damage of the bikes, bcoz bikes will only have third-party insurance.
6. Any kind of insurance.
7. Any damage to the bike during the trip.
8. Or Any other expense than the above-mentioned Inclusions incurred during the Trip
Belongings to be Taken -
Compulsary -
For Bikers -
1. Riding Gears / Riding Jacket + Knee & Elbow Guard for both Rider and Pillion
2. Full Faced Helmets for both Rider and Pillion
3. Good quality Shoes
4. Riding Gloves
For All -
1. Personal Photo ID Proof
2. Personal Medicines (if any)
3. Personal Toiletries and other necessities.
4. Ointments (If any)
Optional-
1) Camera, Selfie Stick
2) Personal Snacks .
3) Glares.
4) Personal Blankets
For any further details, you can Contact us :
Sachin Deshmukh- 9022708087
Rohan Sawant - 9870460076
Vipul Sawant- 9821123491
Pratik Gokhale - 9833815329
Please Note-
1) The above-given Schedule should be strictly followed by every member.
2) Reach the starting Point right on the specified date, No delays shall be entertained.
3) If Any Changes in the schedule, it would be conveyed to you by us.
4) Avoid wearing Precious Ornaments during the trip.
INSTA PROFILE LINK - ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK PROFILE LINK- ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK PAGE LINK - ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK GROUP LINK- ( CLICK HERE )
For Bikers -
1. Riding Gears / Riding Jacket + Knee & Elbow Guard for both Rider and Pillion
2. Full Faced Helmets for both Rider and Pillion
3. Good quality Shoes
4. Riding Gloves
For All -
1. Personal Photo ID Proof
2. Personal Medicines (if any)
3. Personal Toiletries and other necessities.
4. Ointments (If any)
Optional-
1) Camera, Selfie Stick
2) Personal Snacks .
3) Glares.
4) Personal Blankets
For any further details, you can Contact us :
Sachin Deshmukh- 9022708087
Rohan Sawant - 9870460076
Vipul Sawant- 9821123491
Pratik Gokhale - 9833815329
Please Note-
1) The above-given Schedule should be strictly followed by every member.
2) Reach the starting Point right on the specified date, No delays shall be entertained.
3) If Any Changes in the schedule, it would be conveyed to you by us.
4) Avoid wearing Precious Ornaments during the trip.
INSTA PROFILE LINK - ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK PROFILE LINK- ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK PAGE LINK - ( CLICK HERE )
FACEBOOK GROUP LINK- ( CLICK HERE )
Disclaimer : Cancellation charges would apply as per the situation and date of cancellation. Team offbeat reserves all the rights for the final decision.
