6-Day Adventure Itinerary for Spiti Valley

1. Day 1: Chandigarh to Narkanda
   5 hours and 180 km from Chandigarh

   Start your adventure by driving through scenic routes and reach Narkanda, a small town located at an altitude of 2,708 meters, and surrounded by apple orchards and pine trees. Enjoy the peace and beauty of this place and take a walk to Hatu Peak for stunning views of the valley and Himalayas.

2. Day 2: Narkanda to Kalpa via Sarahan
   7 hours and 180 km from Narkanda

   Explore the Bhimkali Temple in Sarahan and continue your journey towards Kalpa, a mesmerizing village known for its apple orchards and Kinnaur Kailash mountain view. Visit the historic Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar monastery in the evening, located at a height of 3,660m.

3. Day 3: Kalpa to Nako and Tabo
   6 hours and 150 km from Kalpa

   Drive to Nako, a charming and serene village, and visit the Nako Lake. Continue to Tabo, a small spiritual town, and explore the Tabo Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient caves. Also, the town offers scenic views of mountains and river.

4. Day 4: Tabo to Kibber via Dhankar
   5 hours and 70 km from Tabo

   Visit the Dhankar Monastery, an architectural marvel, located at a high altitude, and explore the Dhankar fort ruins while enjoying the spectacular views. Then, visit the highest altitude village in Asia, Kibber, located at an altitude of 4,270m and the nearby scenic Ki Monastery which offers grand views of the valley.

5. Day 5: Kibber to Chandra Taal Lake
   6.5 hours and 110 km from Kibber

   Drive to the beautiful Chandra Taal Lake, known for its unique crescent shape and crystal-clear waters. Hike to the nearby mountains for stunning views and picturesque camp at the lakeside. Explore the beauty of Milkyway Galaxy at night and enjoy stargazing.

6. Day 6: Chandra Taal to Chandigarh
   12 hours and 430 km from Chandra Taal

   Start your journey back to Chandigarh with some beautiful memories of your adventure trip in Spiti Valley.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Car rental for six days (time and cost depend on the type of vehicle and rental company)
• Accommodation for 5 nights (prices varies from INR 500 to INR 3000 per night based on the type of accommodation and comfort level)
• Food (prices range from INR 200 to INR 800 per meal based on the type of restaurant and food preference)
• Entry tickets to the monasteries (prices vary from INR 20 to INR 100 based on the place)
Total Estimated Costs: INR 35,000 to INR 50,000

Useful Tips

If you have more days, you can explore nearby places like Keylong, Manali, and Leh Ladakh. If you have less time, you can skip visiting Kibber and Chandra Taal. Make sure to carry warm clothing, as the temperature can drastically drop at night. Carry enough cash as ATM facilities are limited in these remote areas. Don't forget to carry a camera to capture the beauty of Spiti Valley.