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Spiti Ladarcha Festival Group Tour With Chandratal

10D/9N
1

Day In

Sangla
1

Day In

Kalpa
1

Day In

Tabo
Highlights
  • Built around Ladarcha Fair, Spiti's biggest cultural event of the year, held only once each year in the third week of August, right after Independence Day
  • Three nights in Kaza instead of the usual two. More time for the festival, gentler acclimatisation, and a deeper look at the high villages
  • Witness the modern Ladarcha Fair in Kaza and walk the historic Kibber and Chicham belt where the old trans Himalayan trade gathering once happened before 1962
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10 days
₹ 21,999

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Itinerary

Your journey begins from Delhi in the evening. Board the overnight Volvo, settle in, and rest well. This is the first step towards the mountains and the festival week ahead in Spiti.

Board Overnight Volvo from Delhi

20:00 - 21:00

Location:Delhi Pickup Point

Overnight Journey to Shimla

21:00 - 06:00

Location:Delhi to Shimla (Volvo)

Inclusions
  • Overnight Volvo from Delhi to Shimla and Manali to Delhi
  • Tempo Traveller or group vehicle for all mountain transfers and sightseeing as per itinerary
  • 9 nights accommodation: Sangla (1N), Kalpa (1N), Tabo (1N), Kaza (3N), Chandratal designated campsite (1N), and overnight Volvo (2N)
  • 7 breakfasts (Day 3 to Day 9) and 7 dinners (Day 2 to Day 8) on the MAP plan
  • Ladarcha Fair experience in Kaza, planned flexibly around the final local festival schedule
  • Full Spiti circuit sightseeing: Chitkul, Kalpa, Khab, Nako, Tabo Monastery, Dhankar Monastery, Pin Valley, Langza, Hikkim, Komik, Key Monastery, Kibber, Chicham Bridge
  • Kunzum Pass and Chandratal excursion (condition based)
  • Verified local drivers experienced with the Spiti circuit and local support across Kinnaur, Spiti, and Lahaul
  • Permits and green tax support wherever applicable
  • Emergency oxygen cylinder carried in the vehicle (chargeable only if used)
  • Driver allowance, fuel, tolls, and parking
  • All taxes included
  • Travel Coffee trip coordination and on ground assistance
Exclusions
  • Lunches, snacks, water, and beverages
  • Meals during the Volvo journeys (Day 1 and Day 9 evening)
  • Entry tickets, monastery donations, and camera fees
  • Room heater charges
  • Travel insurance
  • Medical or evacuation expenses
  • Backup vehicle cost unless specifically added to the booking
  • Any extra cost due to weather, landslides, road closures, diversions, or local authority rules
  • Personal expenses: laundry, tips, and room service
  • Anything not mentioned in the Inclusions
Your Trip in a Nutshell
Duration
9 Nights / 10 Days
Start / End Point
Delhi
Stay
Sangla (1N) • Kalpa (1N) • Tabo (1N) • Kaza (3N) • Chandratal Designated Campsite (1N) • Overnight Volvo (2N)
Meals
Breakfast and dinner on all 7 stay nights (14 meals total, MAP plan)
Main Highlight
Special August Spiti circuit timed for Ladarcha Fair, Spiti's biggest annual festival, with 3 nights in Kaza, the Kibber and Chicham heritage belt, the full Kinnaur to Spiti route, Kunzum Pass, and Chandratal
Best Season
August, timed for Ladarcha Fair (third week of August, right after Independence Day)
Ideal For
Friends, solo travellers, culture lovers, photographers, offbeat travellers, and Spiti first timers who want landscapes and living festival culture in one trip
Know Before You Go
Ladarcha Fair is held in the third week of August in Kaza, right after Independence Day, but the exact daily program and timings are announced locally each year. Travel Coffee plans the Kaza days flexibly so the group gets the best possible festival experience based on the final on ground schedule
Even in the rare case a specific performance or program shifts, this trip is fully worth it on its own. You still get the complete Spiti circuit, 3 nights in Kaza, the high villages, the Kibber and Chicham heritage belt, Kunzum Pass, and Chandratal. The festival is the bonus on top of an already complete journey
Accommodation around Kaza fills up fast during Ladarcha week, which is exactly why this batch books 3 nights in Kaza in advance. Seats are limited and booking early is strongly recommended
Chandratal access depends completely on road clearance, weather, and local permissions. Camping is only at the designated campsite near Chandratal, never at the lake shore, since the lake is a protected wetland. You walk a short distance from the campsite to the lake. If Chandratal is not accessible, the stay and route shift to the safest available alternative
Spiti is high altitude. Stay hydrated, eat light, avoid alcohol, and follow the coordinator's guidance. The Shimla and Kinnaur entry is designed to help you acclimatise gradually, and Chandratal sits late in the route for the same reason
August can bring rain and landslide risk on the Kinnaur side. Road timings can shift. Keep your schedule flexible and avoid booking a tight onward connection on the morning you reach Delhi
Network is limited beyond Kaza and internet may not work in many areas. ATMs are unreliable in Spiti, so carry enough cash. Hotels and camps in remote areas are basic, hot water may be limited, and power cuts can happen
Long travel hours are expected on several days. This is a real Himalayan circuit, not a relaxed holiday
Carry warm layers, personal medicines, sunscreen, sunglasses, a reusable water bottle, and basic snacks. Respect local culture, monasteries, people, and village rules, and do not litter

Frequently Asked Questions

Ladarcha Fair is the biggest annual event in Spiti, held in the third week of August in Kaza, right after Independence Day. This special departure is timed so your Kaza days fall during festival season. The exact daily program is announced locally each year, so Travel Coffee plans the Kaza days flexibly to give you the best possible festival experience.

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Himanshi Kumrawat3.0
Verified·10 Jul 2026viaGoogle

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 …

owais khan5.0
Verified·10 Jul 2026viaGoogle

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!

Khianush Dadabhoy5.0
Verified·9 Jul 2026viaGoogle

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

SANJEEV KUMAR SINGH5.0
Verified·4 Jul 2026viaGoogle

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!

Moksh Godani5.0
Verified·4 Jul 2026viaGoogle

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!

Shivam Garg4.0
Verified·20 Jun 2026viaGoogle

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 …

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