Spiti Valley Cycle Expedition

8 Days

Overview

Get ready to ride on a classic biking tour exploring the remote valleys of Himachal Pradesh. This exciting trip journeys through incredible mountain scenery, visiting ancient Buddhist monasteries and traditional villages en route.

07 days cycling tour to Spiti Valley, to have bold experience in the cold desert of North India Kaza- Spiti.

Grade: Challenging

Duration: 10 days(07 Cycling + 02 Road Trip)

Max Altitude: 4551m

Batch Dates: Custom Tour from June – till Oct.

– Unmatchable topography of contrasting barren desert fields and green farmlands to soak in –
Bike past a formidable mountain pass in the lower Himalayas which connects Lahual Valley to Spiti Valley – KunzumLa.

– Have an intimate tryst with Spitian life in local homes, village-side shops and in conversations with a passing shepherd

– Push the boundaries with sweat and sinew behind one of the toughest but best cycling trails in India

– This one will be a wholesome fill of cycling in one of the most spectacular trails of India, with an infusion of local food,
culture and the pleasant simplicity that you will encounter with locals.

Support: A Van follows the group of riders throughout the trip and carries all belongings. If at any point riding seems a little hard, the van takes you for as long or as little as you wish it to.

This is a custom cycle touring and so please contact us for prepration and guidance before booking or planing for this tour as it is a very
different then Leh cycling and challenging event.

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Manali

On Arrival Pick and Hotel Transfers, followed by checking your gears, allocations of bikes and meet the team session. Enjoys the day and gear up for upcoming exciting adventure cycling tours to leh ladakh.

Inclusions : Accomodation at Hotel Night Stay , Lunch, Dinner & Transit.

The journey starts from the smooth roads of Manali. We take a series of hairpin bends to leave the Pine and Deodar forests surrounding Manali, cycle through the villages of Palchan, Kothi and Gulaba to reach the alpine meadows at Marhi - the base of the Rohtang Pass.

Inclusions : Fully Guided Backed up Journey, Accomodation at Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and Medical Assistance.

Marhi - Chota Dara (50 kms)
We start the day with a steep climb to the top of Rohtang Pass at nearly 4000m. The descent from the pass is the beginning of the mix of metalled and unmetalled roads that we go on for the rest of the trip. The road forks at Gramphu, one goes to Leh and the other leads to Spiti. We follow the Chandra river here on to reach the camping grounds at Chatru.

Inclusions : Fully Guided Backed up Journey, Accomodation at Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and Medical Assistance.

Chota Dara - Chandratal (40 kms)
We continue to ride along the Chandra river and pass numerous nallas on the way, including the infamous Pagal Nalla. The road today offers expansive views of the Chandrabhaga mountain range as we make our way to Batal. We leave the highway at Batal and start the journey to Chandratal. The lakes emerald waters are surrounded by gravelly mountains. On a still day, view the reflection of the surrounding mountains on its clear waters. Camping at the lake is not allowed. We camp a few kilometres away and spend the evening at the lake.

Inclusions : Fully Guided Backed up Journey, Accomodation at Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and Medical Assistance.

This entire stretch is a badly broken and narrow dirt road filled with numerous water crossings, loose stones, gravel, mud, and slush so ride carefully as half of todays journey will be a downhill.We will pass incredible rock formations and dramatic sandstone scenery after crossing the Kunzum La (4,551m) and reaching the 1st village of Spiti Valley -Losar will camp here for the night.

Inclusions : Fully Guided Backed up Journey, Accomodation at Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and Medical Assistance.

Losar - Hansa - Kaza(55 Kms).
Mixed riding Uphill,Flat and Downhill but it will be amazing view upon enter the magnificent Spiti Valley in the fading hours to witness the golden mountains of Spiti.
Our Cycle Tour ends at Kaza- District HQ of Spiti Valley with loads of memories.

Inclusions : Fully Guided Backed up Journey, Accomodation at hotel Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner and Medical Assistance.

Day 7 :
Kaza Local

Full Day Kaza Local Excursion Covering Dhankar and Tabo Monastery via four Wheeler.

Inclusions : Accomodation at Hotel/Swiss Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Dinner and Transit.

Checkout from Kaza of to Manali via Atal Rohtang tunnel then to Manali.Distance 183 Kms.

Inclusions : Accomodation at Hotel/Swiss Tent Night Stay , Breakfast, Lunch and Transit.

Spiti Valley Cycle Tour Ends here with Loads of Memories.

Inclusions

  • Costing 22500/Person for 10 Bikers.
  • Mountain Bikes on Rents
  • Highly advanced & Skilled Mountain biking guide from Fireballs Adventures, who has ample knowledge of the route.
  • Logistics vehicle to carry all our equipment.
  • Backup vehicle will be provided.
  • Mechanic for any basic problems.
  • Basic tools for Mountain bike.
  • Vegetarian meals on the trip (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
  • Cooks/Helper and other requisite staff.
  • Equipments – Tents on sharing basis / Sleeping bags / Sleeping Mats
  • Basic medical aid will be carried along in the route such as oxygen cylinders, basic first aid kit, pulse oxymeter, bp monitor, etc.
  • Tented accommodation will be on three or four sharing basis, home stay will be in group as per availability, in hotel stay it will be on triple sharing basis.
  • Forest Permits, wild life fees and camping charges.

Exclusions

  • Personal insurance or cost of emergency evacuation.
  • Any damage in cycle or change of parts required will be charged extra.
  • For BYOB please Carry Extra tubes, Extra spares for cycles, Mechanic for the same will be from our side.
Bike Rental

Included in the base Pricing Manali to Manali. Refundable Security Deposit of 5000/Bike.

Any Bike Damage

In this case Damage will be handled by the Rider.

You can send your enquiry via the form below.

Spiti Valley Cycle Expedition