INTRODUCTION:-

Spiti Valley is a cold desert in the remote parts of Himachal Pradesh.While Himachal is known for it’s greenery,you won’t find much of it in Spiti.However you’ll see lots of stunning landscapes and extraordinary monasteries.This Spiti Valley itinerary focuses on the practical aspects of travelling to Spiti from Delhi.You’ll find the information for planning a trip to Spiti Valley along with the perfect Spiti Valley itinerary for 8 days that covers all major attractions.

BEST TIME TO VISIT SPITI VALLEY:-

APRIL TO JUNE:-This is the best time of the year to visit Spiti Valley.The snow has melted and summer is about to come. You will meet a lot of commuters and bikers around this time.

JULY TO AUGUST:-

While there is no rain in Spiti Valley,Himachal Pradesh has monsoon season due to which frequent landslides and floods are likely to occur in nearby places.It is best to avoid traveling during this season.

SEPTEMBER TO OCTOBER:-

September is a good time to visit Spiti Valley.There is no rain or snow as compared to the summer season and the number of people is less.However,keep in mind that snowfall can start in Spiti anytime in October.The road between Manali and Kaza gets closed when it snows,so you will have to travel via Shimla. The road between Shimla and Kaza is always open.

NOVEMBER-MARCH:-

These are the winter months in Spiti Valley.There will be a lot of snow,the road from Manali to Kaza will be closed and very few people will be seen. If you are a challenger,then you can visit Spiti in the meantime.

HOW TO REACH SPITI VALLEY:-

There are two ways of entering Spiti Valley–via Shimla and via Manali.Take a look at the pros and cons of travelling to Spiti from each of these places:

SHIMLA TO SPITI VALLEY:-

It is a long way as compared to Manali but it is open throughout the year.Also,the plus side is that you can visit Kinnaur Valley on your way from Shimla. Kalpa and Chitkul,in particular,are two places that cannot be missed.The biggest plus point for me was that when you travel to Spiti Valley via Shimla, you climb up slowly. Shimla is at an altitude of 2276 m,Kalpa 2960 m, Chitkul 3480 m and finally Kaza (in Spiti) 3800 m above sea level.Kalpa 2960 meters,Chitkul 3480 meters and finally Kaza (in Spiti) 3800 meters. Climbing up high can suddenly give you AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) but traveling from Shimla to Spiti can help to avoid it.

MANALI TO SPITI VALLEY:-

The route from Manali to Kaza is shorter than the way to Shimla,though the road condition is dire.In fact,most parts do not even have roads.There are just rocks and lots of water crossings.There are two passes on the way–Rohtang Pass and Kunzum Pass which close the moment of snowfall.So you have to keep an eye on the weather conditions.Another downside of this route is the problem of AIIMS.You will cover a distance of 2050 meters to 3800 meters in 10 hours.Some people may have this problem. If you stop at Chandratal,you will be at 4250 meters.On climbing such a height from Manali, a large number of people come down with AMS.Make sure your bike or car is in good working condition and you are all set for the crazy yet beautiful road from Manali to Spiti valley.

DELHI TO SPITI VALLEY:-

It is most likely that you will start your journey to Spiti Valley from Delhi.You

You have two options to go to Shimla or Manali.There are overnight buses for both these cities.Shimla also has a railway station and an airport.If you have little time,take an overnight bus from Delhi to Manali and cover Spiti.However,if you want to make a reasonable trip with 7-10 days,then travel from Delhi to Spiti Valley via Shimla. The route you are following is Delhi-Shimla-Kinnaur-Spiti-Manali-Delhi.This is the best way Cover the best places and enjoy a nice trip to Spiti Valley.

WHAT TO PACK FOR SPITI VALLEY:-

What to pack for Spiti Valley generally depends on the time of year when you visit Spiti. If you are visiting Spiti in April,it can be a bit cold because the snow has just melted.You will need a sweater and a light jacket.A regular T-shirt will be fine from May to August.September can be a bit cold so once again.Carry a sweater and jacket. On the other hand,if you are traveling to Spiti Valley in winter,from October to March, be prepared for snow.Keep in mind that Spiti is a cold desert.The terrain is harsh and there is a lot of dust in the air.Cover yourself by wearing full-sleeved clothing and jeans Or pants down to the ankle.Carry a face mask or buy it from a local shop.It is It is also advisable to carry some dry snacks in case your vehicle breaks down on the Manali-Kaza section or you face a landslide on the Shimla-Kaza section.