CYCLING SPITI
- Overview
- Itinerary
- Inclusions
- Exclusions
Connect Spiti is journey born out of love for the Himalayas and its people. We’re local, passionate about conservation and mountain travel, and deeply committed to creating a sustainable future. We’re committed, not just to sustainable development for the mountains and its people, but also to YOU – the mindful and curious traveller. Few things bring us more joy than sharing this rich natural and cultural heritage with others. Our Cycling tour to Spiti gives you the high of biking in the Himachal without having to push your body to its limits. Himachal Spiti Cycling tour is physically less demanding, but the landscape is just as otherworldly. Starting out at the altitude of 2700m above sea level, the route through Spiti Valley takes you as low as 980m and as high as 4590m. On the way, you will come upon ancient trade routes, pass by quaint villages, and visit famous monasteries. Buddhism is the major religion of people in Spiti region and the local culture is a far cry from urban ways. The itinerary has been drawn to give you the best cycling experience under the circumstances. There may be some short steep ascents on which you gain more than 800m while cycling over a distance of just 15 km, but such challenges are par for the course. No two days of rough and tough cycling are put back-to-back. Our experienced guides and support staff for Cycling in Spiti Valley in Himachal will always be at hand throughout the tour, should you need any assistance.
| Starting point // Endpoint | Chandigarh |
|---|---|
| Destination Covered | Narkanda, Kalpa, Nako, Tabo, Mud, Kaza, Hikkim, Komic, Langza, Kibber, Chicham, Losar, Kunzum Pass, Chandertaal, Manali |
| Maximum Altitude | 4550 mtrs |
| Difficulty Level | The difficulty level of this cycling adventure is from moderate to difficult. The trail will be challenging enough for experienced cyclist to get exhausted. |
| Transport | We provide backup vehicle at all times during cycling trip. If in any case, you don’t feel like riding you can always use the vehicle. |
| What to bring | Bike shoes • A nice pair of socks and footwear • Bike Helmet • Cycling shorts • T-shirts and good quality warm clothes • Water resistant Jacket • Safety gloves • Torch • Sunscreen Lotion (At least SPF 50) • Cap / Hat • Eyewear |
| Is a First Aid kit advisable? | You must carry a first aid kit with you. Sometimes you could have symptoms of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) also which includes a headache, nausea and vomiting. During your trip, our team will carry a first aid kit and fully equipped oxygen cans for such situations. Drinking water is very essential. |
| Precautions | Bring all the important medications and OTC medications. Do not ignore to have the brands as well as the general titles of the medications one needs to have.Use a sun hat when revealed.Consume a lot of liquids. Don’t drink tap water. Use only bottled water which is always kept in the back of your automobile.Bring your personal medical kit and pest resilient.To avoid fungus and parasitic attacks, keep legs clean and dry, and do not go without shoes.Do not eat food bought from road providers.Do not drink drinks with ice.Do not eat milk products unless it is known that they have been pasteurized. |
Day 01: Arrive Chandigarh – Narkanda
Total distance: 173Km | Driving time: 06 hours
Day 02: Narkanda – Rampur
Total distance: 70Km | Riding time: 05 – 06 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate
Day 03: Rampur – Wangtu
Total distance: 60Km | Riding time: 05 – 06 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate
Day 04: Wangtu – Kalpa
Total distance: 50Km | Riding time: 06 – 07 hours | Difficulty level: High | Starting Altitude: 1570m | Highest Altitude: 2825m | Resting Altitude: 2825m
Day 05: Kalpa – Pooh
Total distance: 75Km | Riding time: 06 – 07 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate | Starting Altitude: 2825m | Highest Altitude: 2825m | Resting Altitude: 2767m
Day 06: Pooh – Nako
Total distance: 40Km | Riding time: 06 hours | Difficulty level: High | Starting Altitude: 2767m | Highest Altitude: 3625m | Resting Altitude: 3625m
Day 07: Nako – Tabo
Total distance: 65Km | Riding time: 05 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate | Starting Altitude: 3625m | Highest Altitude: 3850m | Resting Altitude: 3625m
Day 08: Tabo – Mud
Total distance: 65Km | Riding time: 06 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate | Starting Altitude: 3280m | Highest Altitude: 3894m | Resting Altitude: 3770m
Day 09: Mud – Kaza
Total distance: 50Km | Riding time: 05 hours | Difficulty level: Moderate | Starting Altitude: 3770m | Highest Altitude: 3770m | Resting Altitude: 3700m
Day 10: Kaza – Hikkim – Komic – Langza
Total distance: 30Km | Riding time: 03 hours | Difficulty level: Extreme | Starting Altitude: 3700m | Highest Altitude: 4587m | Resting Altitude: 4420m
Day 11: Langza – Key – Kibber – Chicham
Total distance: 35Km | Riding time: 03 hours | Difficulty level: Extreme | Starting Altitude: 4420m | Highest Altitude: 4454m | Resting Altitude: 4454m
Day 12: Chicham – Losar
Total distance: 70Km | Riding time: 07 hours | Difficulty level: Extreme | Starting Altitude: 4454m | Highest Altitude: 4454m | Resting Altitude: 4090m
Day 13: Losar – Chandertaal
Total distance: 32Km | Riding time: 04 hours | Difficulty level: Extreme | Starting Altitude: 4090m | Highest Altitude: 4550m | Resting Altitude: 4300m
Day 14: Chandertaal – Manali
Total distance: 110Km | Driving time: 04 hours
Day 15: Manali – Chandigarh
Total distance: 270Km | Driving time: 08 hours
A. Accommodation
- As mentioned in twin sharing Homestays / Guest houses / Tents (14 nights).
- For those who want single room – Single room supplement is mentioned separately.
B. Meals & Beverages
- Accommodation on full board basis i.e. inclusive of breakfast and dinner at all places.
- Fresh fruits and refreshment (Only cycling part).
- Bottled mineral water during cycling (Only cycling part).
C. Transport
- Backup vehicle throughout the expedition i.e. from Chandigarh arrival till Chandigarh departure.
D. Support
- Experienced Expedition leader, Support staff and Mechanic throughout the expedition.
- Portable oxygen cylinders.
F. Permits / Environment fee
- Permit fee and environment fee.
G. Add ons.
- Personalized Jersey.
All presently applicable taxes.
Exclusions
Any visa fee.
Any meals, refreshments or beverages during the tour, unless specified.
Items of personal nature such as laundry, table drinks, telephone bills etc.
Any Air fare.
Any kind of tips.
Any meals / snacks / beverages other than the ones mentioned above.
Any early Check-in or late check-out.
Any additional cost incurred due to Flight cancellations / Landslides / Roadblocks or any other natural calamities.
Anything not mentioned in the “Inclusions” column.