Kedarnath (6,940 m/22,770 ft) and Kedarnath Do. The road to Spiti Valley from Manali side mainly has an exciting part from Manali to Kaza. Hi Sir , we have planned Manali-to-Kaza trip on 1ST week of october as below : 1. Well, at least we were in Sangla. However, I have seen hatchbacks (including Altos and Nano) and sedans traveling to Spiti Valley from Manali side as well. It is this period when the BRO clears the snow on Gramphu to Batal route, and both Rohtang Pass and Kunzum Pass are open. Bus couldn't go further. You can follow me on Instagram and subscribe to my YouTube channel to ask your travel questions in a direct message on Instagram or comments on my YouTube videos. It is located 4 km ahead of Kasol and about 35 km from kullu. How to reach Lahaul and Spiti Valley. Because now we were without a plan. Climbing down the descending narrow trail full of 5 feet snow, we headed towards the river. Can you help me to decide from Manali? On Day 4, you can travel to Chandratal by evening after covering the above places, if you do not feel to do so then otherwise the above plan is OK. Just that Kaza – Chandratal – Kasol will be long day but doable. You'd be amazed by the explanations and suggestions they give you. At the end we were travelers. Kasol. As Peo got closer, the light brown terrain drastically changed to all white and blue. I will recommend that if you are not making a circuit trip, then you can follow my itinerary of a trip to Spiti over Kaza – Manali road only. It has to! On waking up, all we saw through window was fresh snowfall. The month of September is one of the best times to visit Spiti Valley from Manali or Shimla’s side. Comments section gets closed in 90 days. Also we got some souvenirs to take back home, because why not? Traveling to Leh Ladakh in 2021 - COVID Restrictions, Hardships & Ladakh Road Status Updates, YouTube Video VVUyR2s3ZEFRT3I1LXZJN2ljUEh3LTN3LjloeHg4SF8xRWhj, Q102. Also, do not forget to get your vehicle (car/bike) serviced about 2-3 weeks before the start of the trans-Himalayan journey. Regular bus services ply to and fro the city of Kasol; buses being operated both by private and government owners. If you have a couple of days, then go ahead and stay at Jispa for these extra days and explore around Lahaul Valley. . Day 1 : Reach Manali by overnight and stay overnight at Solang Valley as preferred for acclimatization Here are some tips which will help to acclimatize the body faster in the first few days of the trip: For more information on Acute Mountain Sickness and all above acclimatization tips, please refer the following link at least once Acute Mountain Sickness and Importance of Acclimatization. [Top 9 Mistakes People Commit], YouTube Video VVUyR2s3ZEFRT3I1LXZJN2ljUEh3LTN3LmpJbjZvakZZY0NZ, Q99. To which there's another interesting story is related, which shades light on the beliefs of folklore about deity in the valley, religion and that those small temples were built in the memories of people who died in those accidents. … Unlike Hindustan – Tibet Highway, there isn’t much to think about accommodation when traveling to Spiti Valley via Manali. One of the best cafe in Kasol. . Everything was so beautiful that I couldn't believe I was witnessing that with my naked eye! & Left side is "Hot water Spring", Are there any Punjabi in the house?? . Here's another advise: If you're hunting for delicious Local Food, Muskan is the place you go to. Rohtang Pass permits. Day 7 | Lallung – Pin Valley And may be when we take a bird's eye view on that, it doesn't seem bad at all.I've always believed that whatever happens in life, happens for good only and these experiences made that belief even stronger. (Sorry I forget his name). I walked around 15 kms that day and enjoyed the scenery of Beas river flowing between the mountains. The former option was too uncertain and the later option means we won't get to see the Toy Train Ride. Day 2: Kasol Many of them suggested us to get back to Shimla, because the weather may not recover for at least few days. After 7PM the Bus to Manikaran from Bhuntar aren't available. Are you planning to go to Spiti Valley via Kaza – Manali or Kinnaur Valley? Arrival at Manali bus stand pick up and transfers to the hotel by private vehicle Reach Manali in the morning by 10:00 Am Check-in to hotel. In our own words..!" Oh the Snow! Hence, it becomes important that you understand what to expect on this adventurous route to Spiti. In between, you can also buy yourself a seat in a shared taxi which runs between various places within Spiti Valley. "This journey taught me to be flexible. — Hikkim, Komik, Langza circuit Hey i am planning for spiti valley in end of June or in the first week of July for 10-15 days solo trip. After A walk for around 2 kilometers, We were there at the Suicide Point, all covered in snow. Hence, another reason to start your Spiti road trip from Shimla side and end the trip at Manali. Nov 3, 2020 - This Pin was discovered by The Land Of Wanderlust. They followed us till Baspa Riverbank. Looking at all those locally dressed people, we couldn't help but get ourselves the Kinnauri Cap and a bright scarf. Then secondly, you can board a bus leaving from Manali to Spiti Valley. Be it Summer or Winter or any season, The visible change in the terrain of Mountains, turning from Green, Forestry to Light Brown, Rocky is nothing but soothing. Sometimes it is better to traverse the road to Spiti Valley over Manali – Rohtang Pass route in three days. Day 4 : Kaza – Ki – Kibber – Langza – Komik – Hikkim – Chandratal The trail was sort of risky, took about an hour, but worth it when we reach down to the river. DO NOT forget to help other fellow travelers in need on the route. Copyright © 2009-21 Devil On Wheels™ (OPC) Pvt. Day 13 | Manali – Delhi, Thanks Dheeraj for this useful information . Two HRTC buses run between Manali and Kaza every morning. However, if you plan to travel from Delhi over Hindustan Tibet Road to Spiti Valley, then it takes three days to reach Tabo with night stops at Narkanda and Kalpa. Though going all the way to Tabo will mean 2 hrs more journey as compared to Kaza, being 45 odd KMs ahead. If we couldn't go to Spiti, Why spend the rest money in other places? Certain deviations are obvious when you plan a trip like this on your own. (Shimla, Manali) As much pretty it actually is, It's Harsh, too. Also, there is a good parking available at Manikaran, if you are in your personal vehicle. In the last article of the series “Comprehensive Travel Guide to Spiti Valley,” we talked about how to plan a journey on the road to Spiti Valley via Kinnaur Valley OR Hindustan – Tibet Highway. The first bus from Bhuntar for Manikaran via Kasol leaves at 6 AM and then hourly after that. Hi Dheeraj,