Exploring Spiti Valley in 4 Days

Day 1: Exploring Kaza

Kaza, India

8:00AM

Visit Key Monastery

Start your day by exploring the ancient Key Monastery, perched high in the Himalayas, offering breathtaking views of the valley.
Key Monastery is located 15km from Kaza. Hire a local taxi which takes around 45 minutes to reach.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Walk around Kaza Town

Take a leisurely stroll through the quaint streets of Kaza, interact with locals, and explore the unique shops and cafes.
Kaza town is easily walkable from Key Monastery.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional Spitian meal at a local restaurant, savoring the flavours of the region.
Choose a restaurant in Kaza town for lunch.
£10, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Sakya Tangyud Monastery

Explore the Sakya Tangyud Monastery with its unique architecture and serene ambiance.
The monastery is a short drive from Kaza town, around 30 minutes away.
Free, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Relax at Hotel

Check into your hotel, freshen up, and relax after a day of exploration.
Head back to your accommodation in Kaza town.
£50, Rest of the day
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Day 2: Discovering Tabo

Tabo, India

9:00AM

Visit Tabo Monastery

Start your day by exploring the ancient Tabo Monastery, known for its ancient paintings and sculptures.
Tabo Monastery is around 50km from Kaza, hire a local taxi which takes about 1.5 hours to reach.
Free, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Local Eatery

Enjoy a traditional lunch at a local eatery in Tabo, experiencing the local cuisine.
There are eateries near Tabo Monastery for lunch.
£10, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Tabo Caves

Discover the ancient Tabo Caves, a collection of caves used by monks for meditation and solitude.
The caves are a short walk from Tabo Monastery.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Visit Tabo Village

Take a stroll through the charming Tabo Village, interacting with locals and experiencing their way of life.
Tabo Village is adjacent to Tabo Monastery.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Check into Hotel in Tabo

Check into your accommodation in Tabo, relax and unwind after a day of exploration.
Head to your hotel in Tabo village.
£40, Rest of the day
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Day 3: Exploring Dhankar

Dhankar, India

8:00AM

Visit Dhankar Monastery

Begin your day by exploring the ancient Dhankar Monastery, perched precariously on a cliff, offering stunning views.
Dhankar Monastery is around 40km from Tabo. Hire a local taxi which takes approximately 1 hour to reach.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Trek to Dhankar Lake

Embark on a scenic trek to Dhankar Lake, surrounded by majestic mountains and offering a peaceful retreat.
The trek to Dhankar Lake starts from Dhankar Monastery and takes around 2 hours one way.
Free, 4 hours

4:00PM

Lunch at Local Eatery

Enjoy a hearty meal at a local eatery in Dhankar, relishing the local flavours.
There are eateries in Dhankar village for lunch.
£15, 1 hour

5:00PM

Explore Dhankar Village

Take a stroll through the picturesque Dhankar Village, interacting with locals and immersing in the local culture.
Dhankar Village is a short walk from Dhankar Monastery.
Free, 1 hour

7:00PM

Check into Guesthouse

Check into a cozy guesthouse in Dhankar, relax and enjoy the evening surrounded by the tranquillity of the village.
Head to your guesthouse in Dhankar village.
£30, Rest of the day
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Day 4: Experience Key Monastery

Key Monastery, India

9:00AM

Attend Morning Prayer at Key Monastery

Start your day by witnessing the serene morning prayers at Key Monastery, experiencing the spiritual essence of the place.
Key Monastery is around 30km from Dhankar. Hire a local taxi which takes approximately 1 hour to reach.
Free, 1 hour

11:00AM

Explore Key Village

Take a walk through the quaint Key Village, surrounded by snow-capped mountains and traditional mud-brick houses.
Key Village is adjacent to Key Monastery.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Key Village, sampling the local cuisine.
Choose a restaurant in Key Village for lunch.
£12, 1 hour

3:00PM

Hike to Chicham Bridge

Embark on a scenic hike to Chicham Bridge, one of the highest bridges in Asia, offering stunning views of the valley.
Chicham Bridge is a short drive from Key Village, followed by a hike of around 1 hour.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Sunset at Key Monastery

Witness the mesmerising sunset at Key Monastery, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink.
Head back to Key Monastery to witness the sunset.
Free, 1 hour
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