5-Day Adventure Trip to Spiti Valley from Chandigarh Excluding Chandratal Lake

Day 1: Travel and Arrival

Chandigarh to Kaza, India on June 13, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House, Chandigarh

Enjoy a hearty Indian-style breakfast in this iconic cafe open from 7am, perfect before the long journey ahead.
INR100, 1h

8:30AM

Drive from Chandigarh to Kaza

Begin your scenic 12-14 hour drive passing through beautiful landscapes and mountain roads en route to Kaza, the heart of Spiti Valley.
Transport Cost Varies, 13h

9:00PM

Dinner and Rest in Kaza

Check-in to your hotel and enjoy local Spitian cuisine such as Thukpa or Momos at a recommended eatery like Gesmo Restaurant, open till 10pm.
INR250, 1h

Day 2: Kaza Local Explore

Kaza, India on June 14, 2025

8:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a traditional Himachali breakfast served at your hotel, featuring local organic ingredients.
Included in stay, 1h

9:30AM

Visit Key Monastery

Explore the ancient Key Monastery, a stunning Buddhist monastery dating back over a thousand years, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR30, 2h

12:00PM

Lunch at Ye Olde Cafe Kaza

Enjoy fresh, organic, and Tibetan-inspired dishes in a cozy setting with views of the valley.
INR300, 1h

2:00PM

Explore Kibber Village

Visit Kibber, one of the highest inhabited villages in the world, to see traditional Spitian lifestyles and panoramic mountain views. Open all day.
Free, 3h

5:30PM

Return to Kaza and Dinner

Dine at Losar's Social Cafe, offering local and Indian dishes with a cozy ambiance. Open till 9pm.
INR350, 1h

Day 3: Village Exploration

Spiti Valley, India on June 15, 2025

7:30AM

Early Breakfast at hotel

Fuel up early with a wholesome breakfast before a day of village touring.
Included in stay, 1h

8:30AM

Day trip to Langza and Hikkim

Visit Langza, famous for its fossil-rich terrain and the large Buddha statue, then Hikkim, where you can visit the world’s highest post office. Both open all day.
Entry free, Postage costs apply, 6h

3:00PM

Lunch picnic in Langza

Enjoy a packed lunch amid spectacular high-altitude desert landscapes.
Self-arranged, 1h

5:30PM

Return to Kaza and Dinner

Dinner at Culture Cafe in Kaza, known for its tasty momos and thukpa. Open till 9pm.
INR300, 1h

Day 4: Monasteries and History

Dhankar and Tabo, India on June 16, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a nutritious breakfast to prepare for the day's excursion.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00AM

Visit Dhankar Monastery

Tour the dramatic Dhankar Monastery perched on a cliff, dating to the 12th century; open from 9am to 6pm.
INR20, 2h

11:00AM

Drive to Tabo Monastery

Arrive at Tabo Monastery, called the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas', famous for its extensive ancient murals dating back to 996 AD. Open from 9am to 5pm.
INR50, 3h

2:30PM

Lunch at a local dhaba in Tabo

Experience local Spitian flavors with simple but delicious meal options at a dhaba open till 4pm.
INR200, 1h

4:00PM

Return to Kaza

Drive back to Kaza for rest and leisure.
Transport included, 2h

7:00PM

Dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dinner featuring Tibetan and Indian cuisine to reflect on your day.
INR300, 1h

Day 5: Return Journey

Kaza to Chandigarh, India on June 17, 2025

7:00AM

Early breakfast and checkout

Have an early breakfast, prepare for departure and check out from your hotel.
Included in stay, 1h

8:00AM

Drive back to Chandigarh

Begin the long journey back to Chandigarh, enjoying the beautiful sunrise over the Himalayas.
Transport cost varies, 13h

9:00PM

Late Dinner in Chandigarh

Arrive back in Chandigarh and have a light dinner at Black Pepper restaurant known for North Indian cuisine, open till 11pm.
INR400, 1h