Spiti Valley Tour Packages From Delhi Delhi is the most common place to begin a Spiti road trip, and the whole journey is built around that. From here you can head into Himachal through Chandigarh, Shimla or Manali, which lets you choose between the gentle full circuit through Kinnaur and the faster, more adventurous run via Manali to Kaza , Key Monastery and Chandratal . We run it as group fixed departures, private SUV journeys and bike trips, with couple-friendly and family options. Pickup can be from anywhere in Delhi NCR or an overnight Volvo to Manali or Shimla, and we can drop you back in Delhi, Chandigarh, Manali or Shimla. Start Your Spiti Journey From Delhi Something shifts when you leave Delhi's heat and traffic behind and, a couple of days later, find yourself in the quiet of the high Himalaya. A Spiti Valley tour package from Delhi is less a holiday and more a slow change of scenery, from the plains to one of the most remote corners of the country. The drive leaves Delhi and climbs into Himachal through Chandigarh, then either up the Kinnaur valleys via Shimla or over to Manali and the Atal Tunnel. From there it reaches Kaza and Key Monastery, wanders the high villages, touches Chandratal, and finally comes back out through Manali or the Shimla side. Coming from Delhi, the stillness feels strange at first. Long winding roads, mountains that look like they have been waiting forever, and a phone that quietly gives up looking for signal. That gap between where you start and where you end is the whole reason people make this trip. Why Delhi Is the Most Practical Starting Point for Spiti Valley The Default Base for Spiti Trips Most Spiti group departures and private trips are planned around Delhi, so you get the widest choice of dates, routes and budgets. Whether you want a fixed departure or a fully private journey, starting from Delhi keeps the options open. Strong Connectivity to Himachal Delhi connects easily to all three Himachal entry points. Overnight Volvos run to Manali and Shimla, trains reach Chandigarh and Kalka, and the road north is straightforward, so you are never locked into one way in. Door-to-Door Delhi NCR Pickup We arrange pickup from across Delhi NCR, including Gurgaon, Noida, Dwarka, Saket, Rohini and Indirapuram, as well as the airport and the main Volvo points at Kashmere Gate and RK Ashram. For many travellers this door-to-door start is the easiest part of the plan. Better for Road Trip Travellers From Delhi you can do the whole thing by road. Private SUV, Tempo Traveller, self-drive or a group pickup all work, so you can travel at your own pace and watch the landscape change the entire way. Route Choice Matters Not every Delhi traveller should take the same route. Families and first-time high-altitude travellers do better entering through Shimla and Kinnaur, where the height builds gradually. Young, road-ready groups can take the Manali to Kaza side when the road is open. Best Routes for a Spiti Valley Trip From Delhi Route 1: Delhi to Spiti via Shimla and Kinnaur The route runs Delhi to Chandigarh or Shimla, then Narkanda, Sangla or Chitkul , Kalpa , Nako , Tabo , Kaza, Chandratal and out via Manali back to Delhi. Best for families, couples, first-time Spiti travellers, photographers and slow road trip lovers. It gives gradual altitude gain and covers the complete Kinnaur, Spiti and Manali circuit. For most travellers who want a comfortable, well-paced trip, this is the better option. Route 2: Delhi to Spiti via Manali The route runs Delhi to Manali, then the Atal Tunnel , Sissu or Koksar , Gramphu, Batal, Kunzum Pass , Losar , Kaza, Chandratal and back. Best for short trips, bikers, friend groups and people who want Kaza and Chandratal in fewer days. The Manali side depends on Kunzum Pass, road conditions, snow clearance and weather. The Atal Tunnel has replaced the old Rohtang Pass crossing and makes reaching Lahaul far easier, but it does not guarantee that the full Manali to Kaza route is open. Route 3: Delhi to Manali or Shimla by Volvo, Then Cab The route runs an overnight Volvo from Delhi to Manali or Shimla, then continues by private cab or Tempo Traveller that we arrange. Best for families and working professionals who would rather start fresh in the hills than drive the first long stretch themselves. It is one of our most popular Delhi upgrades. Places Covered in Our Spiti Valley Tour Package From Delhi You do not just cover places on this route. You feel the landscape change from the plains to Himachal's forests, the Kinnaur valleys and finally Spiti's cold desert. Delhi to Himachal Entry The trip begins in Delhi and crosses into Himachal through Chandigarh, Shimla, Narkanda or Manali, depending on the route you choose. This is the easy, familiar half, where the plains slowly give way to hills. Kinnaur Route Highlights On the Shimla side, the road moves through Sangla and Chitkul in the green Baspa valley, up to Kalpa with its views of the Kinner Kailash range above Reckong Peo , and on past Nako and Tabo as the land turns dry and bare. Spiti Core Highlights Kaza is the heart of it all. From here you reach Key Monastery on its ridge, Kibber and the Chicham bridge over a deep gorge, and the high trio of Langza , Hikkim and Komic . Culture and Monastery Circuit There is a quieter, older Spiti to meet too. Tabo holds a thousand-year-old monastery, Dhankar sits dramatically above the river, Pin Valley opens green and calm, and village homestays let you slow down properly. Chandratal and Manali Exit The final stretch crosses Kunzum Pass to Chandratal, a high lake whose access depends on road and weather. The trip then drops through Batal, Sissu and the Atal Tunnel into Manali before the long run back to Delhi. Best Spiti Valley Itineraries From Delhi Short Delhi to Spiti via Manali, 6N/7D. Best for friends, bikers, adventure travellers and people short on time. The route runs Delhi to Manali to Kaza, the local villages, Chandratal and back. Fast-paced and not ideal for senior travellers or families with young children. Best-selling full circuit from Delhi, 8N/9D. The option most travellers should look at first. Delhi to Shimla or Narkanda, then Sangla or Chitkul, Kalpa, Tabo, Kaza, Chandratal and out via Manali back to Delhi. The full circuit at a pace that couples, families and first-timers can actually enjoy. Comfortable Kinnaur Spiti circuit, 9N/10D. Built for families, senior-friendly groups, photographers and slow travellers. Delhi to Shimla, then Narkanda or Sarahan, Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Nako, Tabo, Kaza, Chandratal and Manali. The extra day is all about pacing, acclimatisation and time for photography. Winter Spiti from Delhi, 7N/8D or 8N/9D. Best for snow lovers, experienced travellers and photographers. Delhi to Shimla or Kinnaur, then Tabo, Kaza and the Key, Kibber and Chicham loop, returning via the Shimla side. Chandratal should not be counted as a guaranteed winter stop. Recommended Delhi to Spiti Valley Itinerary Day 1, Delhi to Shimla or Narkanda. Pickup from your Delhi NCR home, the airport or an overnight Volvo, then on towards Shimla or Narkanda depending on your arrival. Overnight in the hills. Day 2, Shimla or Narkanda to Sangla or Chitkul. The road drops to Rampur and turns up into Kinnaur along the river. Overnight in Sangla or Chitkul, deep in the green Baspa valley. Day 3, Sangla or Chitkul to Kalpa. Spend time at Chitkul if you have not already, then continue to Kalpa for evening views of the Kinner Kailash range. Day 4, Kalpa to Tabo via Nako. The drive moves into the cold desert belt, passing Nako and its small lake. Overnight in Tabo. Day 5, Tabo to Kaza via Dhankar and Pin Valley. Visit Tabo Monastery and Dhankar, with a detour into Pin Valley if the route and timing allow. Reach Kaza by evening. Day 6, Kaza local sightseeing. A slower, altitude-aware day around Key Monastery, Kibber, the Chicham bridge, Langza, Hikkim and Komic. Day 7, Kaza to Chandratal via Kunzum Pass. Drive towards Losar, over Kunzum Pass and on to Chandratal if the road is open, staying near authorised camps where they are operational. To be clear, Chandratal depends on road, weather and camp availability. Day 8, Chandratal to Manali. Exit through Batal, Gramphu, Sissu and the Atal Tunnel, reaching Manali by evening. Day 9, Manali to Delhi. The long drive back to Delhi, or an overnight Volvo if that suits you better. Optional Day 10, buffer day. Worth adding for families, senior travellers, photographers or shoulder-season departures, so one uncertain day does not unravel the plan. Delhi to Spiti via Manali or Shimla: Which Is Better? The Delhi to Manali route is best for short trips, bikers, friend groups, adventure travellers, Chandratal-focused plans and travellers comfortable with rough roads. The limitations are real: faster altitude gain, more weather dependency, Kunzum Pass dependency, no winter access, and it is not the best choice for senior travellers. The Delhi to Shimla route is best for first-time travellers, families and couples who want slower travel, the full circuit, gradual acclimatisation and the complete Kinnaur plus Spiti experience. Our recommendation: if you have 8 to 10 days, enter Spiti through Shimla and Kinnaur and exit via Manali. If you have only 6 to 7 days and want a more adventurous route, choose the Manali-side short circuit, and only when the road is open. Pickup and Drop Options for Delhi to Spiti Tour Packages Pickup options: Delhi airport, your Delhi NCR home in Gurgaon, Noida, Dwarka, Saket, Rohini or Indirapuram, the Kashmere Gate or RK Ashram Volvo points, a Chandigarh or Kalka rail transfer, and a custom private SUV pickup. Drop options: Delhi drop, Chandigarh drop, Manali drop, Shimla return drop, overnight Volvo from Manali or Shimla, and a custom drop for private SUV trips. The right plan depends on the group tour schedule, your selected route, the duration and whether you want a fixed departure or a private trip. Tell us how you are setting out and where you need to be afterwards, and we will arrange the rest around it. Types of Spiti Valley Tour Packages From Delhi Spiti Group Tour From Delhi Shared transport and fixed departures for solo travellers, friends and budget travellers who enjoy a social trip on the road. Private SUV Spiti Tour From Delhi Flexibility, comfort and custom stops for families, couples and small groups who want the trip on their own terms. Spiti Honeymoon Package From Delhi Private cab travel, scenic stays, slower pacing and a Chandratal experience if it is open, planned for couples who want privacy. Spiti Family Tour Package From Delhi Better stays, reliable vehicles, altitude-safe pacing and practical drive days, built around children and parents alike. Delhi to Spiti Bike Trip A plains to Himachal to Spiti adventure route for experienced riders, with backup support where applicable. Volvo Plus Cab Spiti Package For Delhi travellers who would rather take an overnight Volvo to the hills and start the road trip fresh from Manali or Shimla. Photography Focused Spiti Trip Built around the light, with room for sunrise, the night sky, monasteries, villages, Chandratal and wide landscapes. Best Time to Book a Spiti Valley Tour Package From Delhi April to May: good for the Shimla, Kinnaur, Tabo and Kaza route, though the Chandratal area and the Manali exit may not yet be open. June to September: the best window for the full circuit with Chandratal, always subject to road and weather conditions. October: cold, clear and lovely, but Chandratal and Kunzum access can grow uncertain as the snow risk rises. November to March: winter Spiti is planned through the Shimla and Kinnaur side, and Chandratal is not sold as a winter inclusion. Road Conditions for Delhi to Spiti Valley Trip Plains to Himachal road. The Delhi to Shimla, Chandigarh or Manali section is the easiest part of the trip, a straightforward run before the real mountains begin. Shimla and Kinnaur side. The better way in for gradual altitude gain and first-time travellers, with the height building over several days. Manali and Kunzum side. More dramatic but rougher and strictly seasonal, with rough patches and water crossings along the way. Chandratal access. This depends on road opening, weather and camp availability, and we never treat it as a certainty. Vehicle advice. An SUV or Tempo Traveller handles the comfort and the road better. We do not recommend low-ground-clearance vehicles for the rough Spiti sections. Altitude advice. Drink water often, move slowly on the first high days, eat light and avoid alcohol while your body adjusts. Fuel and cash. Carry cash before entering remote sections, as networks are patchy. Fill up at Tandi, the last reliable petrol pump before Kaza on the Manali side. Delhi to Spiti Valley Trip Cost There is no single fixed price for this trip, because the cost follows your choices. As a guide, group departures start from around ₹14,999 per person, with the final cost depending on the factors below. The main factors are trip duration, the route selected, private SUV or group travel, your pickup point, stay category, meal plan, vehicle type, whether Chandratal camping is included, the travel month, the number of travellers, the bike or cab option, and the level of customisation. For the exact Spiti Valley trip cost from Delhi, share your travel dates, number of travellers, pickup point and preferred route with Travel Coffee, and we will send a clear quote. What Is Included in Our Delhi to Spiti Tour Package Usually included: stay in hotels, homestays or camps as per the package; breakfast and dinner as per the plan; transport by SUV, cab, Tempo Traveller or bike as selected; driver charges, tolls and parking as per the itinerary; sightseeing listed in the plan; pickup and drop as selected; Kaza local sightseeing; Chandratal stay if included and operational; route planning based on road and weather status; and trip coordination before and during the journey. What Is Usually Not Included Flights or train tickets unless added, lunch and snacks and personal expenses, entry tickets where applicable, adventure activities, bike security deposit where applicable, anything not listed under inclusions, and extra costs from road closure, weather disruption or itinerary change. Why Book Your Spiti Tour From Delhi With Travel Coffee? We are a Himachal-based team, and our main job for a Delhi traveller is to get the route right before anything else. That starts with an honest conversation about which way in suits your group. We point families and first-timers towards the gentler Shimla and Kinnaur circuit, and steer road-ready groups towards the Manali side when it is open and worth it. Whether you want a fully private trip, a group departure or a Volvo plus cab plan to keep the first day easy, we shape the logistics around how you are travelling. On the ground, we coordinate local drivers and stays, pace the altitude carefully, and read the Chandratal and Kunzum situation against current road status rather than wishful thinking. If the weather shifts or a stretch closes, we have a backup ready, and you can reach us before the trip and right through it. Travel Tips for Delhi to Spiti Valley Road Trip Choose the Shimla route if this is your first high-altitude trip. Choose the Manali route only when Kunzum Pass and Chandratal access are confirmed. Take an overnight Volvo for the first leg if you want to start the drive fresh. Keep one buffer day if you are travelling with family. Carry thermals even if you are travelling in summer. Avoid alcohol on your first high-altitude nights. Carry cash, as UPI and network can be unreliable in remote areas. Keep sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm and basic medicines handy. Carry ORS or hydration salts and a thermos for the long drive days. Do not compare Spiti drive times with normal plains or highway driving. Avoid very rushed 5-day plans for families and senior travellers. Keep Chandratal flexible in early season, late season or bad weather. What the Delhi to Spiti Journey Feels Like It begins with everything you know. The traffic, the heat, the flat open run north out of Delhi under a wide sky. For the first few hours, it feels like any other drive towards the hills. Then the road starts taking things away. Depending on your route, Shimla's forests or Manali's valleys close in, the Kinnaur apple belts slide past, and Chitkul and Kalpa hand you the first real mountain quiet. By Nako and Tabo the green is mostly gone, and Kaza arrives as a small town with slow evenings at the edge of a cold desert. What stays with you is the silence. Key Monastery above the valley, the Buddha at Langza watching the fields, a postcard sent from Hikkim, the deep stillness of Komic, and Chandratal under a sky thick with stars. The drive back through Manali and the Atal Tunnel returns the noise just as gradually, and by the time Delhi's traffic closes back in, the trip already feels like it belongs to a quieter world than the one you set out from. Plan Your Spiti Valley Tour Package From Delhi From the right pickup point to the right route, the right vehicle, good stays, a driver who knows the mountains and honest planning for the parts that depend on weather, we can put together the complete Delhi to Spiti trip around your dates and your group. Tell us whether you lean towards the gentle full circuit or the faster Manali run, and we will take it from there. Plan your Spiti Valley tour package from Delhi with Travel Coffee.
A broad green valley along the Baspa, with orchards, old wooden homes and cobbled lanes. One of the loveliest stops on the Kinnaur approach and a gentle place to spend a night.
The last village on the road, on the banks of the Baspa near the old Indo-Tibet route. Wide skies, cold clean air, and a real end-of-the-road feeling that sets up the journey ahead.
A village high above Reckong Peo with a clear morning view of the Kinner Kailash range, old wooden temples, and apple orchards on every slope. A highlight of the Kinnaur leg.
A high village beside a small lake where the land turns dry and bare, the gateway between green Kinnaur and the cold desert of Spiti. A natural pause on the road to Tabo.
Founded in 996 and often called the Ajanta of the Himalayas, with ancient frescoes inside mud-walled halls. More than a thousand years of unbroken Buddhist tradition.
A monastery that seems suspended between cliff and river, once the capital of Spiti. A short hike above leads to Dhankar Lake and unreal views over the valley confluence.
Greener and softer than the rest of Spiti, a protected reserve for snow leopards and ibex. A short detour off the main road and a calm contrast to the bare hills around it.
The administrative and cultural heart of Spiti, and the base for everything around it. Cafes, a local market, monasteries nearby, and a warm town feel at the edge of the cold desert.
Spiti's most famous landmark, a thousand-year-old Tibetan monastery stacked like a fortress on its hill above the river. The defining image of the valley.
One of the highest villages with a motorable road, near the Chicham bridge spanning a deep gorge. Old Spiti homes, wide views, and a glimpse of high-altitude village life.
A high village watched over by a giant Buddha statue, with fields that hide marine fossils from an ancient seabed. One of the most photogenic stops near Kaza.
Home to the world's highest post office, where you can post a card to yourself from the clouds, with Komic, one of the highest villages with a road, just beyond.
The Moon Lake, a turquoise sheet at around 4,300 metres near Kunzum, reached on the way out towards Manali. Overnight camping here, when the camps are open, gives some of the clearest night skies in the country.
One of India's great road trips, where the land changes completely from the flat northern plains through Himachal's forests and the green Baspa valleys to the bare cold desert of Spiti. The whole journey in one long, unfolding drive.
Visit the Ancient Monasteries
Sit with centuries of unbroken tradition at Key, Tabo and Dhankar, where old murals, mud-walled halls and morning chants bring the past close.
Camp at Chandratal Lake
Sleep beside the Moon Lake at around 4,300 metres, under a sky thick with stars, and wake to the turquoise water ringed by bare peaks. Camps and access depend on the season.
Catch Sunrise on Kinner Kailash from Kalpa
Wake to a clear morning view of the Kinner Kailash range from Kalpa, high above Reckong Peo, with apple orchards falling away to the river below. One of the great Himalayan sunrises.
Post a Card from Hikkim
Post a card to yourself from the world's highest post office at Hikkim, a small ritual that travels back home long after you do.
Stay in a Spiti Homestay
Share stories near the stove with a local family over buckwheat rotis and butter tea. The simplest and best way to feel Spiti life from the inside.
Look for Snow Leopards in Pin Valley
Spiti's rarest resident lives in Pin Valley, and with a skilled local guide and a lot of patience, you might just catch a glimpse of the snow leopard's world.
Hunt for Fossils at Langza
The fields around Langza hide marine fossils from an ancient seabed lifted into the high Himalaya. A quiet thrill for geology lovers and curious wanderers alike.
What to know before visiting Delhi To Spiti
Local weather
Summer
13°3°
Summer
Monsoon
15°2°
Monsoon
Autumn
7°-5°
Autumn
Winter
-7°-20°
Winter
General info
Time zone
GMT +05:30
5 hours 30 minutes ahead
Currency
Indian rupee
1USD = 83.00 INR
Official languages
Hindi, English, Lahauli, Spitian
Best time to visit
APR – MAY
Good for the Shimla, Kinnaur, Tabo and Kaza route, though the Chandratal area and the Manali exit may not yet be open.
JUN – SEP
The best window for the full circuit with Chandratal, always subject to road and weather conditions.
OCT
Cold, clear and lovely, but Chandratal and Kunzum access can grow uncertain as the snow risk rises.
NOV – MAR
Winter Spiti is planned through the Shimla and Kinnaur side. Chandratal is not sold as a winter inclusion.
Recommended trip duration
9 Days
Packages available on Travel Coffee
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You travel by road, heading into Himachal through Chandigarh, Shimla or Manali and then on to Kaza. Most Delhi travellers do this by overnight Volvo plus cab, private SUV, group tour or bike, and we arrange pickup across Delhi NCR or a hill-station joining point.
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I recently completed the Spiti Valley full circuit with Travel Coffee along with two friends, and overall, it was a mixed experience of incredible highs and frustrating logistical lows. On the positive side, we successfully covered almost …
Had an absolutely incredible trip exploring Manali, Solang, Sethan, Khokhsar, Sissu, and Darcha, all the way up to Shinkula Pass and Shinkula Top, thanks to Travel Coffee! A huge shoutout to Preeti Jasyal, who helped us a lot throughout the process. She is an amazing person and went above and beyond to help us create the perfect booking. The entire service was seamless and highly effective, and the hotels she selected for us were absolutely amazing with great comfort and views. Driving through those massive mountain terrains can be daunting, but their flawless coordination made the entire journey stress-free. If you're planning a trip to Leh, Ladakh, Spiti, or any of these mountain regions, Travel Coffee is the way to go!
I, being a senior citizen travelled solo with Travel Coffee for Spiti Valley and Chandratal Lake for 8N/9D. It was an amazing trip, well organised with decent hotels. Vanshika from Travel Coffee supported me, took great care of me till the very end. I enjoyed a lot and am looking forward to join any upcoming trips in future
Our Delhi to Kaza round-trip with Travel Coffee was incredible! Huge thanks to Manju ma'am (Manju Mehta) for her flawless management and organization throughout. Special gratitude to our driver, Negi bhai (Prakash Negi), whose expert driving skills kept us completely safe on the challenging Spiti roads. Highly recommend them for a seamless, unforgettable adventure!
We had an amazing experience on our Spiti Valley trip organised by Travel Coffee. Everything was well organized, from the itinerary and accommodations to transportation. The entire journey was smooth and hassle-free, allowing us to truly enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Spiti. A special thanks to Preeti Jaysal and the team for their constant support before and during the trip. They were always available to help and ensured that everything went as planned. Our driver was experienced, friendly, and made us feel safe on the challenging mountain roads. We made unforgettable memories, visited stunning places, and had an incredible overall experience. I would definitely recommend them to anyone planning a Spiti trip. Thank you for making our journey so special!
We did a spiti bike trip with travel coffee this early June. We had a very new experience this time as we travelled with travel coffee for the first time. We booked 7 bikes, a Bolero Camper to travel as backup vehicle …