Spiti Valley Bike Trip from Manali

Itinerary for Spiti Valley Bike Trip from Manali

Day 1 – Manali

One of the most famous holiday destinations in northern India is Manali. Meet your team in the hotel along with the crew who will guide you further on the trip. Today you will also get the briefing done by your road captain about the route and schedule. All the dos and don’ts that you have to follow to make this trip a lifetime experience. You can buy anything that you missed from the market in Manali as almost everything is available here. Have your dinner and take good sleep so that you can wake up fresh for the ride that starts tomorrow.

Day 2 – Manali to Bir (160 Kms)

Bir is a small town in Himachal Pradesh and is the base camp for the people who takes the paragliding adventure from Biling. It is one of the best destinations for paragliding and is also a location where international competitions are taken place. Bir has multiple hotels and restaurants and cafes for you to chill out and relax after the first day’s ride. The weather remains pleasant as you are surrounded by hills on all sides. The accommodation will be in a hotel and dinner will be served at night.

Day 3 – Bir to Khajjiar (185 Kms)

Get ready after breakfast as today’s ride is going to be exciting. You will ride on hilly curvy roads to reach Khajjiar. Khajjiar is a beautiful destination where a lot of people come to enjoy the holidays in the summers and you can see snow-capped mountains around you. Khajjiar is a vast ground with a thick plantation of Oak & Deodar trees making it a treat for your eyes. There is a lake called Khajjiar Lake which we will see and spend some good time for the next day’s briefing. We will stay in a hotel and have dinner before saying adios for the day.

Day 4 – Khajjiar to Bairagarh (110 Kms)

The road conditions which were great till now will change from great to moderate where you will find patches of bumpy roads in between. Well after the breakfast you need some for it to be digested, right? Bairagarh is the gateway to Sach Pass and later it connects the Chamba Valley to the Pangi Valley. Bairagarh is a stop over as it is not possible to cover Sach Pass on the same day as it is difficult to do so in dark. We take the halt and get briefed about the big day, the day when you cross Sach Pass, the most dangerous one as it will test your mental and physical strength. Stay at the hotel and dinner will be served early as next day will be an early start.

Day 5 – Bairagarh to Sach Pass to Killar (75 Kms)

Only 75 Kms? It is going to be a cakewalk.. If you think so, you are mistaken! Today we get ready for an early breakfast and an early start so that the challenges of the mighty Sach can be handled in a timely manner and we reach Killar before sunset. Yes the distance is less but the road is very challenging. Basically, there is no road all you have is gravel and sand and bumps and water crossings flowing right from the middle of the road. The flow increases as sun gets brighter in the day so we start early and get lost in the beautiful adventure. Stay in a hotel/guest house.

Day 6 – Killar to Keylong (135 Kms)

Now that you have tried your hands on offroads you will have just these to ride on. Killar to Keylong is a remote route with narrow path and no tarmac to ride. So we suggest that you do not eat a heavy breakfast as the altitude makes the oxygen useless as you wont be able to inhale it like normal. Also the road ahead makes you a bit tired and so it is essential that you stay fit. The landscapes in the mountain keep changing and keeps you involved with the ride. You will have a smile admiring the nature and beauty that it has while you ride. Keylong is a relatively bigger town at an altitude of 3300 meters. Stay will be in Hotel/Camp.

Day 7 – Keylong to Chandratal (120 Kms)

After having breakfast we get ready as we are going to see the Lake called Chandra Tal, it is the source of the river “Chandra” which later confluences with the River “Bhaga” and flows with the name “Chandrabhaga”. The lake is a high altitude lake situated at over 4200 M above the sea level. This height can make you feel uneasy but by now you have been acclimatized to such altitude. The landscape will now be barren, you will see the green mountains covered with trees turn to brown with almost no vegetation. It is also the first day when you will enjoy a stay at campsite. We will have dinner with some stargazing and sleep as tomorrow is new adventure.

Day 8 – Chandratal to Kaza (100 Kms)

Finally you get Spitified as you will enter the headquarters of Spiti Valley, i.e. Kaza. The ride is going to be small but still will test your mettle. You need a strong back for riding on the stretch of this road as it is just a dirt trail with lots of water crossings and cross another high altitude pass named Kunzum La at an altitude of  4551 M. Kaza is a town where you will finally find some establishments and houses and government offices. Banks and ATMs can also be found in Kaza. Being a bigger town it has good restaurants and cafes and we recommend that you have some local cuisine here in Kaza. You will stay at an exotic campsite where you will be served with dinner.

Day 9 – Kaza Sightseeing / Rest Day

A lot of riding in the last few days with some very challenging roads will definitely leave you tired and your body needs a small break for it to recover. Today is that day when you can sleep a little more than usual. After breakfast we will do some small excursions to places Hikkim, where the highest post office is located and you can also send a postcard from here as an memento. Komic and Langza can also be visited today and we will do that. If you want to opt out of the ride and wish to spend the day just at the hotek or market you are free to do that. We will have dinner and sleep early as tomorrow we enter the Kinnaur Valley.

Day 10 – Kaza to Kalpa (200 Kms)

We start early after breakfast as the distance to be covered is quite long though the road condition improves and the ride becomes more soothing, we see the change in landscape again from barren to green after we move out of the Spiti Valley and enter the kinnaur region. We will cross the towns of Tabo and Nako to reach Kalpa. A large part of the movie Sanam Re was shot here in kalpa. We cross the Pin Valley forest area. Kalpa will give you tremendous peace just looking and admiring the beautiful mountains and the wonders of mother earth. We stay at a hotel where you will be served with dinner.

Day 11 – Kalpa to Chitkul to Sangla (125 Kms)

Wonder what’s next? Brace yourself as today is a special day and a special ride to the last village of India which is called as Chitkul. Chitkul is at Indo-Tibetan border and we are not allowed to go any further from chitkul as the border of Tibet is only a few Kilometers from the village of Chitkul. You will get to see a lot of India Army Jawans posted here and the settlements where they are deployed to serve the country. The road is nice and the ride is smooth. The only thing that remains common is the beauty of Himachal Pradesh the hilly state of India. We ride back to Sangla and stay in a hotel.

Day 12 – Sangla to Jibhi (190 Kms)

Get ready to get going! Remember how many valleys have you been through since the start of this trip? First was the Kullu Valley from there we entered the Chamba Valley from there we entered Pangi Valley via Sach Pass, Then we entered the Lahaul Valley in Keylong, then we entered the Spiti Valley in Kaza from there we entered the Pin Valley in Tabo and further to Kinnaur Valley in Kalpa and Reckong Peo finally we leave the Kinnaur valley and enter the Tirthan Valley. Isn’t that exciting? Trahan Valley is yet another very beautiful valley and here the jewel in the crown is the river which makes it that beautiful. We spend the night in Jibhi and spend time enjoying as tomorrow is the last day of the trip.

Day 13 – Jibhi to Manali

Yes, it is a bit disappointing but yes you will have the sense of achieving something very special. You have seen the remotest areas in the Himalayas and numerous valleys, treacherous water crossings, and high mountain passes. Another one which is the last pass of your journey is Jalori Pass which you will cross to reach the Kullu valley again. The ride is small and easy with good roads all around. The trip ends at the Volvo bus stand in Manali where we bid goodbye with hopes of meeting again on some other quest.

• Accommodation In Hotels / Camps / Guest Houses On Double / Triple Sharing From Day 01 To Day 12
• Meals – Breakfast And Dinner. Breakfast On Day 01 To Breakfast On Day 13
• Services Of Experienced Trip Leader And Motorbike Mechanic
• First Aid Kit And Oxygen Cylinder At Dispersal With The Trip Leader
• Inner Line Permit/Green Tribunal Permit
• Facility To Carry Luggage In A Vehicle Restricted To 1 Rucksack / Duffle Bag Of 60 Liters Per Motorbike
• Royal Enfield 350cc Motorbike
• Motorbike Fuel For The Complete Trip As Per The Itinerary
• Helmet For Both Rider And Pillion
• Extra Fuel For Back Up
• Transport In An Muv Like Tempo Traveller / Toyota
• Innova / Mahindra Xylo / Mahindra Scorpio From Day 01 To Day 13 As Per The Group Size
• Back Up Vehicle
• Bonfire Wherever Possible
• Participation Certificate For Riding Up To Highest Motorable Road Of The World Khardungla Pass And A Goody Bag From Backpackclan Team

• Personal Expenses Like Telephone, Laundry, Tips And Table Drinks Etc.
• Any Type Of Insurancemedical, Accidental, Theft
• Any Airfare / Rail Fare Other Than What In Mentioned In “Inclusions”
• Airport, Railway Station Or Bus Stop Pick Up Or Drop
• Cost Of Any Spare Part Which Will Be Used Due To The Accidental Damage Incurred When The Motorbike Is In Riders Possession.
• Cost Incurred To Transfer Or Tow The Motorbike In Case It Is Dropped On The Way.
• Vehicle Servicing Or Maintenance Cost
• Any Lunch And Other Meals Not Mentioned In Package Inclusions
• Security Deposit Per Motorbike Of Rs. 5,000/ . As Per The Deposit Policy (This Is Refundable At The End Of The Trip If There Is No Damage Or Spare Parts Used.)
• Parking And Monument Entry Fees During Sightseeing.
• Any Cost Incurred Due To Extension, Change Of Itinerary Due To Natural Calamities, Road, Blocks, Vehicle Breakdown, Union Issues And Factors
• Beyond Our Control
• Additional Accommodation / Food Cost Incurred Due To Any Delay
• Riding Gears For Rider Which Can Be Hired (Knee Pads And Elbow Guards Rs. 750/ For The Whole Trip)
• 5% Gst
• Anything That Is Not Mentioned In The Inclusion SectionsDOCUMENTS TO CARRY1) 4 – Passport size photographs
  2) Original Photo ID (voter card/ passport/PAN card/ Aadhar card)
  3) Driving Licence – Original
  4) If bringing your own bike, all documents related to your bike should be submitted along with
  insurance papers important INFORMATIONThe check-in time is 12 noon/early check-in subject to availability of the room.
  We require minimum strength of 6 riders to operate one group. We have the right to cancel the
  group if we do not get minimum strength of riders in any group.
  If there are any additional expenses due to bad weather or any other reason beyond the control of
  the tour operator on account of a hotel stay, transportation, and meals etc. extra bill will be
  raised. Neither BACKPACKCLAN nor the participating partners/hotels will be responsible for the
  additional expenses.
  BACKPACKCLAN is not responsible for any change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control
  like change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances,
  a natural phenomenon, etc
  If any group member wants to leave group in-between the tour then he/she has to pay the cost
  for transportation of bike from point of leaving the tour till Manali drop
  Group members would have to get their own riding gears. Wearing a helmet, carrying a valid ID proof
  & Driving license is mandatory.
  All guests will be responsible for the safety and security of their own luggage. We will not be at all
  responsible for the damage/missing / lost luggage. So carry a small daypack bags to carry all
  the expensive things with you.
  Compensation for any damage/accident done by you during the tour to others property/person
  would be directly payable by youIF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY
  We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to
  your travel arrangements. Occasionally, we may have to make changes due to Force Majeure
  Events and we reserve the right to do so at any time before or during the trip.
  If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date before or during
  the triP based on the Force Majeure Events.
  We also reserve the right under Force Majeure Events to cancel your travel arrangements / offer
  alternative dates / revise the itinerary before or during the trip. Any additional cost incurred due to
  the above-mentioned reasons will have to be borne by the traveller himself. There shall be no
  refund to the traveller under Force Majeure Events.
  Force Majeure Event shall mean and include any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of
  BACKPACKCLAN, including without limitation, any act of nature or the public enemy, accident,
  explosion, fire, storm, earthquake, flood, drought, perils of the sea, casualty, strikes, lock-outs,
  labour troubles, riots, sabotage, terrorist acts, embargo, war (whether or not declared),
  governmental actions, delay in issuance or processing of Visa/permit, change of laws and
  regulations, orders, or decrees, or other causes of like or different character beyond the control
  of BACKPACKCLAN.
  IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY PLAN After you make a full or partial payment, if
  you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or
  accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible.
  Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost
  incurred due to amendment will be borne by the traveller himself.
  ALL DISPUTES ARE SUBJECT TO PRIVACY POLICY
  Road closure/blocks due to snow accumulation on the highway, which may affect the safety or
  smooth operation of the tour may result in a change of itinerary or cancellation of the trip.
  Backpackclan will not provide any refunds in such cases.

DOCUMENTS TO CARRY

1) 4 – Passport size photographs
2) Original Photo ID (voter card/ passport/PAN card/ Aadhar card)
3) Driving Licence – Original
4) If bringing your own bike, all documents related to your bike should be submitted along with
insurance papers

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The check in time is 12 noon/early check in subject to availability of room.
We require minimum strength of 6 riders to operate one group. We have right to cancel the
group if we do not get minimum strength of riders in any group.
If there is any additional expenses due to bad weather or any other reason beyond the control of
the tour operator on account of hotel stay, transportation, and meals etc. extra bill will be
raised. Neither BACKPACKCLAN nor the participating partners/hotels will be responsible for the
additional expenses.

BACKPACKCLAN is not responsible for any change in itinerary due to reasons beyond our control
like change in flight and train schedule, cancellation of flights/trains, political disturbances,
natural phenomenon, etc

If any group member wants to leave group in-between the tour then he/she has to pay the cost for transportation of bike from point of leaving the tour till Manali dropGroup members would have to get own riding gears. Wearing a helmet, carrying a valid ID proof & Driving license is mandatory.

All guests will be responsible for safety and security of their own luggage. We will not be at all
responsible for the damage/missing / lost luggage. So carry a small daypack bags to carry all
expensive things with you.

Compensation for any damage/accident done by you during tour to others property/person
would be directly payable by you

IF WE CHANGE OR CANCEL YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY
We do plan the arrangements in advance. It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to
your travel arrangements. Occasionally, we may have to make changes due to Force Majeure
Events and we reserve the right to do so at any time before or during the trip. If there are any changes, we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date before or during the trip based on the Force Majeure Events.

We also reserve the right under Force Majeure Events to cancel your travel arrangements / offer
alternative dates / revise the itinerary before or during the trip. Any additional cost incurred due to
the above mentioned reasons will have to be borne by the traveller himself. There shall be no
refund to the traveller under Force Majeure Events.

Force Majeure Event shall mean and include any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of
BACKPACKCLAN, including without limitation, any act of nature or the public enemy, accident,
explosion, fire, storm, earthquake, flood, drought, perils of the sea, casualty, strikes, lock-outs,
labour troubles, riots, sabotage, terrorists acts, embargo, war (whether or not declared),
governmental actions, delay in issuance or processing of Visa/permit, change of laws and
regulations, orders, or decrees, or other causes of like or different character beyond the control
of BACKPACKCLAN.

IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE YOUR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY PLAN After you make a full or partial payment, if
you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way (e.g. your chosen departure date or
accommodation), we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible.
Any request for changes must be in writing from the person who made the booking. All cost
incurred due to amendment will be borne by the traveller himself.
ALL DISPUTES ARE SUBJECT TO PRIVACY POLICY
Road closure/blocks due to snow accumulation on the highway, which may affect the safety or
smooth operation of the tour may result in a change of itinerary or cancellation of the trip.
Backpackclan will not provide any refunds in such cases.

Cancellations received more than 60 days prior to the date of tour start will be subject to the
following a Rs.5,000/- per person cancellation fee.
Cancellations received less than 45 days prior to departure will be subject to the following forfeit of
25% tour cost;
45-30 days – 50 % of the tour cost;
30-20 days- 75% of tour cost;
within 20 days- 100% of tour cost.
No exception to this policy can be made for any reason.

• Single sharing Supplement Cost – 10,800
• 500 CC Motorbike Upgrade – 7,000
• Himalayan Motorbike Upgrade – 9,000
• Gear – Elbow Guard + Knee Guard + Gloves – 1,000