7-Day Itinerary for Manali, Spiti, and Kasol

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Manali
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    Explore the local markets, buy souvenirs and warm clothes for the trip. Have dinner at Hotel Johnson's Cafe.

  2. Day 2: Rohtang Pass and Beas Kund Trek
    2 hours (50 km) from Manali

    Drive to Rohtang Pass, enjoy picturesque views and click photos. Later trek to Beas Kund and return by evening.

  3. Day 3: Chandratal Lake Visit
    10 hours (200 km) from Manali

    Drive to Chandratal Lake and spend the day hiking around the lake. Have lunch at the campsite and watch the sunset over the lake.

  4. Day 4: Kaza and Key Monastery Visit
    6 hours (200 km) from Chandratal Lake

    Drive to Kaza and visit the ancient Key Monastery. Explore the village and valley and have dinner at Hotel Snow Lion.

  5. Day 5: Pin Valley National Park and Komic Village Visit
    3 hours (25 km) from Kaza

    Visit the beautiful Pin Valley National Park and see the snow leopard and other animals. Later drive to Komic, one of the highest villages in Asia and visit the Tangyud Gompa.

  6. Day 6: Trek to Kheerganga and Parvati River Visit
    7 hours (100 km) from Komic Village

    Drive to Barshaini and start the 12 km trek to Kheerganga. Relax in hot water springs and enjoy the countryside. Drive to Kasol and visit Parvati River in the evening.

  7. Day 7: Manikaran Sahib and Departure
    30 minutes (4 km) from Kasol

    Visit Manikaran Sahib Gurudwara, take a dip in the hot springs. Drive back to Bhuntar Airport or onward destination.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Rohtang Pass and Beas Kund Trek (10 hours, INR 4000)
  • Chandratal Lake Visit (14 hours, INR 6000)
  • Kaza and Key Monastery Visit (12 hours, INR 5500)
  • Pin Valley National Park and Komic Village Visit (7 hours, INR 4000)
  • Trek to Kheerganga and Parvati River Visit (12 hours, INR 5000)
  • Total Estimated Costs (INR 24500)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day trip to Dhankar Lake and Nako Village. If you have less time, you can skip the Rohtang Pass and Beas Kund Trek. Carry warm clothes and comfortable shoes as the weather can be cold and treks can be tiring. Always carry enough water and dry food for the trip.

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