Avneet talks about her delightful solo trip to Spiti Valley which was organized by TravelTriangle. Describing her journey to be a surreal experience, she elaborates on the beauty, culture, and the hospitality that she witnessed in the hills. She booked her package from TravelTriangle for INR 10,999 and it included her transport, accommodation, sightseeing, treks, and meals. Let us hear her story.
Spiti Valley Solo Trip Details
Trip type: Solo traveler on group journey!
Duration: 5 nights 6 days (More than a week of adventure, yay!!)
Budget: INR 10,999 per person + a little extra money for miscellaneous expenses
Destination: Spiti Valley and all the charming places on its way (Delhi-Manali-Kaza-Tabo-Kunzum Pass-Chandratal Lake)
Inclusions: Accommodation, meals (breakfast and dinner at all hotel & camps), transfers (tempo/Xylo/Innova), treks and walks, and bonfire dinner at select places
Solo Trip To Spiti Valley Itinerary
Day 1: Overnight journey to Manali
Day 2: Arrival in Manali, check-in at the hotel, drive to Kaza
Day 3: Sightseeing in Kaza
Day 4: Drive till Tabo Monastery, Sightseeing
Day 5: Chandratal Trek, ovenight stay at the camp
Day 6: Head back to Manali, departure
I am a solo traveler and have visited almost all corners of the country. However lately I was longing for a holiday to the hills, preferably at an offbeat place that would dazzle my mind and decided to take Spiti solo trip. Luckily, my wish was granted, thanks to TravelTriangle.
I found TravelTriangle on Facebook and saw their Spiti Valley trip details on their page. Upon inquiring, I was happy to know that a solo traveler like me was also welcome on a group trip. Thus, my decision was made and it was now time to answer the call of the mountains and take the solo trip to Spiti!
So post some more queries and their answers, I finalized my solo trip to Spiti and was now all set for a mountain adventure.
Day 1: Overnight Road Journey To Manali
(Friday) – 23rd Sept Delhi to Manali (560 km/ 12 hrs )
I boarded the bus from R.K. Ashram Metro Station and after everyone had arrived and all the verification was done, the journey started. The night road trip was a smooth one and had multiple stops for refreshments and other things. In the morning, when we had almost reached Manali, we took one more stop to soak in the mesmerizing views of the mountains and also to have some tea and snacks.
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Day 2: Feeling The Magic Of Mountains And The Journey Onward
(Saturday )- 24th Sept Manali- Kaza (205 km / 6-7 hrs)
Upon our arrival in Manali, we were taken to a hotel that had temporary rooms for us to change and freshen up. This hotel was nice and was located at a little distance from the mall road. On my solo trip to Spiti Valley I made a few crazy friends that I could chill and roam around the destination with. Taking advantage of its offbeat location, we roamed around a bit on our own and soaked in the beauty that the surroundings offered.
After we were given permission to proceed for Spiti, the group soon got into the traveler and our journey to Kaza began. On our way to Kaza, we passed by Batal and the Lohar village. The treacherous roads, mountains, and valleys, all added to the charm of the journey and by the time we reached Kaza, my head was full of wonder and awe for nature. My Spiti Valley trip certainly started feeling worth it!
We reached Kaza by 1AM and after we had checked in, we proceeded on for dinner. Surprisingly, the hotel staff was very active and served us a hot and delicious meal even at 1:30AM in the night. Tired but happy, I retired for the night.
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Day 3: Exploring In And Around Kaza
(Sunday) 25th Sept Kaza – Local Kaza sightseeing
This was an exciting day for us since we were to visit a lot of places today. After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, we went on to visit the famous Key Monastery and boy it was an awesome experience! I interacted with locals and monks here and speaking to them about life had a profound impact on me. Post the monastery, we visited the Kibber village which was also the highest village in the valley. It was very nice visiting this place and again we met a lot of local people and children here. Everyone was nice and seeing their smiling faces truly made me feel happy.
Next stop was Komic village which is also the highest village in the world and being here naturally made me feel very special. We also visited the post office here which was once again the highest post office in the world and I even wrote a postcard to my loved ones – something which I had never done before. This solo trip to Spiti Valley was turning out to be one of the most amazing getaways I have ever experienced.
This day was well spent and ended beautifully with a sumptuous dinner.
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Day 4: Indulging In History At Tabo
(Monday)- 26th Sept Kaza- Tabo – Kaza ( 50 Kms/ 3 Hrs )
We visited the Tabo Monastery or the ‘Ajanta of the Himalayas’ today and it was a fabulous experience and I was so glad to go for this Spiti solo trip. The ancient monastery has idols that were hundreds of years old and it was truly fascinating to hear tales about the place. I also interacted with a few monks here in hope of gaining some wisdom which I definitely did. Moving on, we also explored the local areas of Tabo and bought souvenirs from the place.
Overall, it was a beautiful experience and the day on my spiti valley solo trip ended on a happy and peaceful note for me.
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Day 5: Chandratal Lake And The Magic Of Spiti Valley
(Tuesday) – 27th Sept Kaza – Kunzum Pass- Chandratal Lake (Trekking 5-6 hr)
We were to do the legendary Chandratal lake trek today and to be on time, we started early in the morning. We reached Kunzum Pass on time and even saw a very beautiful monastery before beginning our trek.
This was a 12 km trek that would take us to the famous Chandratal lake that sits proudly in the middle of the cold mountain desert of Spiti Valley.
Finally, our trek started from Kunzum Pass and I was too excited since it was my first trekking experience and that too on my spiti valley solo trip. Naturally, I was moving way faster than the group and in the end, when the trek was about to finish, I was far ahead than the lot. So there I was at a turn, contemplating, whether I should go towards the lake or towards the camp. I finally took the turn towards the camp thinking that the rest of the group will first assemble here but I was wrong. Waiting at the campsite for a while, I realized that the group had not yet reached, I started enquiring and that is when I got to know that the group was at Chandratal lake. So after freshening up at the camp, I headed towards the lake on my own and that is when I met Shubham, the coordinator from TravelTriangle who was on his way back to the camp to look for me. Relieved, we went back to the lake together to witness it in its full glory.
True to its fame, the lake was magnificent. It was nestled comfortably between the mountains and offered us a calm, serene, and pristine ambience. I loved my time that was spent here and the views that I saw have forever been etched in my mind. So after we had watched the mesmerizing sunset, we set off for the camp that was setup near the lake.
The camp stay was amazing and had tents that were nothing short of luxury. It was good staying at this place where everything was managed properly no matter how many feet we up in the mountains.
The night was spent in the warm embrace of the burning coals and it felt heavenly sitting under the clear night sky watching shooting stars pass by. I was up with a couple till about 3AM in the morning – talking and enjoying the peace that the mountains offered.
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Day 6: Back To Square One
(Wednesday) 28th Sept Chandra Tal – Batal – Rohtang Pass- Manali – Delhi (125 km/ 4 hrs)
It was time to return from my spiti valley solo trip so in the morning after breakfast, we all set off for Manali. Upon our arrival in Manali, Shubham, our trip coordinator upon request, arranged for a hotel for us to change and freshen up for the journey back to Delhi. Post this, we checked out of the hotel and then boarded the bus for Delhi.
“The trip had ended but the memories and nostalgia for the mountains were about to begin”.
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My solo trip to Spiti was a special one for many reasons. It was one of those trips that showed me the true spirit of mountains in the form of its people, culture, and of course the nature. During this trip, I witnessed the charm of nature taking over my senses and I could feel my mind adjusting to the calm and peace that the valley offered. And although, this was a solo trip for me but the warmth and welcome that I received from the group led to a lot of beautiful memories and friends. In the end, it is safe to say, I am not the same as I was before I visited the mountains. And I love it.
High Points
- The overall experience of the journey was excellent. Everything from the hotels to transport to food and services was great and managed well.
- Experiences at Tabo Monastery and Chandratal Lake are forever etched in my mind.
Spiti Travel Tips For Travelers
- Everyone should go to Spiti at least once in their lifetime for this place has the power to refresh your mind and rejuvenate your soul.
- Make sure to wear sturdy shoes and carry essential medicines
- Pack according to the weather. However carrying light warm layers is a must.
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A Few Questions You Might Need Answers To
What should one wear to Spiti Valley?
Weather in Spiti Valley is a bit chilly. Thermals, jackets, woolens, and good trekking shoes are advised to wear on your trip to Spiti Valley.
Is Spiti valley open in December?
Yes it is. However, you can visit Spiti only via Shimla.
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