3-Day Adventure Itinerary for Exploring Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh

Day 1: Arrival and Local Exploration

Kaza, India on May 25, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Himalayan Cafe

Start your day with a traditional Himachali breakfast of parathas and chai, enjoyed with beautiful mountain views. The cafe opens at 7am and offers freshly prepared food to fuel your day.
INR300, 1h

9:00am

Visit Key Monastery

Explore Key Monastery, the largest and oldest gompa in Spiti Valley, known for its ancient murals and stunning hilltop views. It typically opens by 9am and is a must-see spiritual site.
INR100, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Guanchen Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Tibetan and local Spitian dishes like thukpa and momos at this popular eatery in Kaza, open till 3pm.
INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Explore Kaza Market

Stroll through Kaza market to shop for local handicrafts, woollens, and souvenirs. The market remains lively till late evening.
Free, 1.5h

4:00pm

Visit Shashur Monastery

Take a short drive to Shashur Monastery, known for its unique architecture overlooking the Spiti valley. Best visited in the afternoon light for great photography.
INR50, 1.5h

7:00pm

Dinner at TSE-Chic

Dine on fusion Tibetan and Indian cuisine at TSE-Chic, a cozy restaurant known for quality meals and warm ambiance. Open till 9pm.
INR600, 1.5h

Day 2: Village Exploration

Langza, Hikkim, Komic, India on May 26, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Have a wholesome breakfast with eggs, local bread, and tea before a day of exploring ancient Spitian villages.
INR250, 1h

8:30am

Visit Langza Village

Explore Langza, famous for its fossil-rich cliffs and the giant Buddha statue overlooking the village. A quiet village with spectacular views of the Himalayas.
Free, 2h

11:00am

Visit Hikkim Village

Visit Hikkim, home to one of the world’s highest post offices. Send postcards and soak in the serene mountain atmosphere.
Cost of postcard, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch packed or local eatery

Have a light packed lunch or eat at the small local dhaba serving simple Tibetan meals in the villages.
INR200, 1h

2:00pm

Visit Komic Village

Explore Komic, among the highest motorable villages globally, with a quaint monastery and traditional mud-brick houses. The monastery opens till about 5pm.
INR50, 2h

5:00pm

Return to Kaza

Drive back to Kaza for a relaxing evening and dinner.
Transport approx. INR500, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Spiti Rasoi

Enjoy homely Spitian dishes in this cozy restaurant known for good momos and thenthuk. Open till 9pm.
INR450, 1.5h

Day 3: Monasteries and Return

Tabo, Kaza, India on May 27, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast at hotel

Fuel up early with a filling breakfast before the day's visit to Tabo Monastery.
INR250, 1h

7:30am

Drive to Tabo Monastery

Depart for Tabo, about 50 km from Kaza, to visit the ancient and UNESCO-recognized Tabo Monastery, famed for its murals and spiritual importance.
Transport approx. INR700, 1.5h

9:00am

Explore Tabo Monastery

Spend ample time exploring Tabo Monastery and its museum; open from 8am to 5pm, this site provides rich history and culture insights.
INR100, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at a local dhaba near Tabo

Have lunch at a local dhaba sampling authentic Himachali and Tibetan specialties before heading back to Kaza.
INR300, 1h

1:00pm

Return to Kaza

Drive back to Kaza for check-out and onward journey preparations.
Transport approx. INR700, 1.5h

3:00pm

Departure or onward travel arrangements

Rest, pack, and prepare for your onward journey from Kaza.
Varies, Variable