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Manali to Chandratal Lake Road Trip

5D/4N
1

Day In

Sissu
1

Day In

Chandratal Camp
Highlights
  • The best short Chandratal road trip starting from Delhi with overnight Volvo to Manali and a comfortable night halt in Sissu before heading to the lake
  • Scenic drive through the 9 km Atal Tunnel into Lahaul Valley where the entire landscape flips from green to raw brown in minutes
  • One night in Sissu at 3,100 metres gives your body time to adjust so the Chandratal push the next day feels natural instead of rushed
Package Options

Duration

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5 days
₹ 19,999
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6 days
₹ 26,999
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10 days
₹ 29,999

Vehicle Type

Stay

Itinerary

Board your overnight Volvo from Delhi in the evening and settle in for the journey to Manali. Rest well on the bus because the real trip starts tomorrow morning when you wake up in the mountains.

Board Overnight Volvo from Delhi

18:00 - 19:00

Location:Delhi ISBT / Pickup Point

Overnight Journey to Manali

19:00 - 07:00

Location:Delhi to Manali (Volvo)

Inclusions
  • Overnight Volvo transfers on both legs: Delhi to Manali and Manali to Delhi
  • Private AC cab for the full mountain trip from Manali to Manali (Ertiga, Bolero, or similar as per availability)
  • 1 night stay in Sissu in a clean, warm hotel or guesthouse
  • 1 night camp stay near Chandratal at the designated camping zone with sleeping tent and mess tent
  • Breakfast and dinner on all mountain stay nights (MAP plan: 2 breakfasts and 2 dinners)
  • Experienced local mountain driver who knows the Chandratal route inside out
  • Driver allowance, tolls, parking, fuel, and all applicable taxes including GST
  • On ground support and basic trip coordination throughout the journey
Exclusions
  • Lunch, snacks, tea, and personal expenses throughout the trip
  • Meals during the Volvo journey are not included
  • Entry fees wherever applicable
  • Camera fees or additional activity charges
  • Medical expenses or oxygen support if required
  • Room heater charges where applicable at the Sissu hotel
  • Costs due to weather, road conditions, landslide, or force majeure
  • Any extra night stay if the trip extends due to road closure or weather
  • Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions is excluded
Your Trip in a Nutshell
Duration
4 Nights / 5 Days
Start / End Point
Delhi
Stay
Sissu (1N) • Chandratal Camp (1N) • Overnight Volvo (2N)
Meals
Breakfast & Dinner (MAP) on mountain stay nights
Main Highlight
Short Chandratal road trip from Delhi with overnight Volvo, Sissu comfort halt, and a lakeside camp night at 4,300 metres
Best Season
Mid June to Mid September
Ideal For
Couples, friends, working professionals, and anyone in Delhi NCR looking for a quick 5 day Chandratal escape
Know Before You Go
The overnight Volvo from Delhi takes approximately 12 to 14 hours to reach Manali. Carry a neck pillow, light blanket, and snacks for the bus journey
A night in Sissu after the Volvo journey gives your body time to recover and adjust to altitude before the Chandratal push the next day
Camp conditions near Chandratal are basic: sleeping tents, shared toilet facilities, and a mess tent with simple hot meals. The setting at 4,300 metres with an unobstructed sky more than makes up for it
Mobile network is patchy beyond Sissu (BSNL works in some spots) and completely absent at Chandratal. Inform your family before you leave and carry offline maps
Carry sufficient cash (Rs 3,000 to 5,000 recommended) as there are no ATMs after Manali on this route
Carry warm layers even in summer. Sissu nights are cool (8 to 12 degrees) and Chandratal nights drop to near zero even in July
Wear sturdy shoes for the 1.5 km walk from the parking area to the lake. The path is rocky and uneven
Stay hydrated throughout. High altitude dehydrates you faster than you think
If you are travelling from outside Delhi, plan to reach Delhi by evening on Day 1 to board the Volvo

FAQ's

Yes, for most travellers. The Sissu halt breaks the journey naturally, lets your body adjust to the altitude, and means you arrive at Chandratal fresher and with more energy to enjoy the lake. A direct push from Manali to Chandratal in one day after an overnight bus is tiring and increases the chance of altitude discomfort.

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Thruptha Yashavanth5.0
Verified·20 Apr 2026viaGoogle

We recently completed our Spiti Valley trip, and it was an amazing experience. A big thanks to Travel Coffee for organizing everything so smoothly, and special appreciation to our driver Ravi for guiding us throughout the journey. We truly had the best time

Abrar Mansuri5.0
Verified·18 Apr 2026viaGoogle

We had gone to Spiti Valley with our friends through Travel Coffee, and we would like to share our review. The journey was very enjoyable. The hotels and food provided were also very good. The vehicle and the driver, Mr. Vicky, were excellent, and his nature was very friendly and helpful. Overall, Travel Coffee organized a wonderful and very well-managed tour for us. Even though oxygen problems are common in Spiti Valley, no one in our group faced any difficulty because the entire tour was very well organized by Travel Coffee. Special Thanks to Mr. Sachin & Ms. Vanshika.

Praveen Kumar5.0
Verified·18 Mar 2026viaGoogle

Title: The Gold Standard for Winter Spiti Expeditions "Exploring Spiti Valley in the dead of winter is an extreme challenge, but Travel Coffee turned a difficult expedition into a seamless, high-end experience. A massive, special thanks to Preeti Jasyal for her incredible, continuous support. From the very first inquiry to the last day of the trip, she was there to handle all our concerns and logistical needs. Having that level of reliability both prior to and during the trip made all the difference in our peace of mind. The logistics on the ground were handled with military precision. Our Tour Captain and Driver, Amit Kumar, was exceptional. Navigating a 4x4 Jimny through heavy snow and icy mountain passes requires immense skill, and Amit’s expert driving made us feel completely safe in the harshest conditions. Despite the sub-zero (-25c) temperatures and limited resources typical of this season, Travel Coffee ensured we had top-class food and stays. A rare highlight for a winter trip was having accommodations with separate washrooms and a reliable water supply—a luxury that is almost impossible to find in Spiti this time of year. Special thanks also to Sachin Thakur and Saurabh for their flawless coordination. If you want to experience the 'Middle Land' in winter without compromising on safety or essential comforts, Travel Coffee is the only way to go. 5/5 stars!"

Prem Reddy5.0
Verified·18 Mar 2026viaGoogle

We had an amazing experience on our Spiti trip with Travel Coffe! Everything was well organized and we truly enjoyed every moment of the journey. A special thanks to our coordinator Ishita, who planned the trip very well and ensured everything went smoothly from start to finish. Her coordination made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable. Our driver Ravi bayya was also excellent. He is very friendly, professional, and an experienced driver who handled the challenging mountain roads with great skill. Thanks to him, we felt safe and comfortable throughout the journey. One of the highlights of the trip was experiencing beautiful snowfall, which made our Spiti journey even more memorable. Overall, it was a wonderful trip filled with great memories. Thank you TravelCoffe, Ishita, and Ravi bayya for making our Spiti adventure so special!

Smita Birwadkar5.0
Verified·18 Jan 2026viaGoogle

We went on a customised trip to Spiti with Travel Coffee. Had a wonderful experience enjoying the picturesquare landscape and visiting high altitude places of India. All the hotels / stays were very comfortable. Drivers were excellent and guide us very well. Our tour coordinator Saurabh is very helpful and attentive and always communicate very well through shifting one to another place. OVERALL IT WAS A FANTASTIC TRIP WITH LIFETIME MEMORIES. THANK U TRAVEL COFFEE, SAURABH, ALL THE BEST.

vijay thorat5.0
Verified·18 Nov 2025viaGoogle

One of the best experience we had on Spiti valley Trip. Sourabh who did all management on hotel booking and food is lovely also he gave us vehicle and Kulvir paji who take care of us. Saurabh did us call on every day and asked about us Very good experience.

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