7-Day Adventure Itinerary in Lahaul Spiti

1. Day 1: Chandigarh to Shimla
   4 hours 26 minutes (113 km)

   Breathtaking drive to Shimla, former summer capital of British India. Explore the Mall Road.

2. Day 2: Shimla to Kaza via Sarahan
   12 hours 34 minutes (356 km)

   Visit the fascinating Bhimakali temple at Sarahan, drive on to Kaza and take a walk around the township.

3. Day 3: Visit Key Monastery and Kibber Village
   1 hour (16 km)

   Marvel at Key Monastery's ancient architecture and red and mustard shaded walls. Visit Kibber Village, also known as the world’s highest motorable village.

4. Day 4: Drive to Dhankar Lake and Pin Valley National Park
   1 hour 30 minutes (28.8 km)

   Go hiking to Dhankar Lake and explore Pin Valley National Park. Look to spot some snow leopards.

5. Day 5: Visit Spiti Valley and Langza Village
   2 hours (41 km)

   Explore the vastness of Spiti Valley with its captivating views and visit fossil-rich Langza Village.

6. Day 6: Visit Rangrik Tungri Monastery and Lhalung Monastery
   3 hours (59 km)

   Visit Rangrik Tungri Monastery, which is famous for its wall paintings and the Lhalung Monastery, which perches on a rocky outcrop above the River Lingti.

7. Day 7: Kaza to Manali
   4 hours (201 km)

   Drive to Manali, a beautiful hill town and explore its ancient temples and monasteries. Visit to Solang Valley and end the day with a dip at Vashisht Hot Springs.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Transportation (rental car or private taxi): 7 days (INR 21,000)
• Accommodation (budget to mid-range): 7 nights (INR 7,000 - INR 14,000)
• Food and Drink (budget to mid-range): 7 days (INR 5,000 - INR 10,000)
• Entrance fees: Key Monastery (INR 20 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 33,020 - INR 45,020

Useful Tips

For more adventure, consider a yak safari at Pin Valley National Park or a rafting trip on the Spiti River. If you have more time, add a visit to Tabo Monastery and the Chandra Tal Lake. If you have less time, skip the hot springs and Langza Village.