The Adventure Route – Amritsar to Spiti Experience

Your thrilling journey begins with a scenic drive from Amritsar to Shimla, the colonial hill town nestled in Himachal’s pine-clad hills. Enjoy a relaxed evening walking down the Mall Road, visiting Christ Church, and soaking in the cool mountain air. Overnight stay at a hotel in Shimla.

After breakfast, drive through Kufri, Narkanda, and Rampur to reach Kalpa in the Kinnaur district. The route offers beautiful glimpses of apple orchards, pine forests, and the Sutlej River. By evening, arrive in Kalpa, a serene village with stunning views of the Kinnaur Kailash range. Overnight at a local guesthouse.

Today, continue your drive deeper into the mountains, entering the magical world of Spiti Valley. Drive past the rugged terrain of Pooh, Nako (stop by the Nako Lake), and cross the Malling Nallah. Reach Tabo, home to one of the oldest Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayas. Overnight in Tabo.

Start the day with a visit to the ancient Tabo Monastery. Then head to Dhankar, a cliff-top village once the capital of Spiti. After exploring Dhankar Monastery, begin your short but steep trek to Dhankar Lake – a serene alpine water body nestled high in the mountains. Return to Dhankar or continue to Kaza for the night.

After a relaxed morning in Kaza, head to Langza, the fossil village located at over 14,000 ft. Begin a half-day trek around Langza to explore fossil sites, the towering Buddha statue, and the breathtaking views of Chau Chau Kang Nilda peak. Overnight in a homestay, experiencing Spitian hospitality.

Begin your trek from Langza to Hikkim, home to the world’s highest post office, and continue towards Komic, one of the highest motorable villages in Asia. The hike is moderately challenging but rewarding with panoramic mountain views and Buddhist spirituality. Return to Kaza by vehicle and rest overnight.

Drive towards the high-altitude Chandratal Lake, one of the most surreal lakes in the region. En route, cross Kunzum Pass, offering snow-capped peaks and fluttering prayer flags. The final 2 km to Chandratal can be done by a short trek. Camp by the lake under the stars for a magical experience.

After sunrise at Chandratal, begin your journey back to Manali via Batal, Chatru, and the scenic Atal Tunnel. The road is rugged but stunning with waterfalls, glaciers, and rocky paths. Reach Manali by evening and unwind in a comfortable hotel after the long adventure.

Leave Manali after breakfast and drive back to Amritsar. The drive winds down from the Himalayas into the plains of Punjab. Reach Amritsar by evening and enjoy a well-deserved rest or an optional visit to the Golden Temple at night.