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Duration9 Nights / 10 Days
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DifficultyChallenging
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Bike DistanceApprox. 900 km
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Max ElevationApprox. 4,551 m
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BikeRoyal Enfield Himalayan 411cc
About Spiti Bike Expedition
The Spiti Bike Expedition is a thrilling guided motorcycle adventure through Himachal Pradesh, Kinnaur and the remote Spiti Valley. This 9 Nights / 10 Days expedition combines challenging Himalayan riding, high-altitude villages, ancient monasteries, dramatic mountain landscapes and some of the most spectacular roads in the Indian Himalayas.
Starting from Majnu-ka-Tilla, New Aruna Nagar, Delhi, the journey travels through Manali, Jibhi, Sojha, Jalori Pass, Sangla, Chitkul, Kalpa, Nako, Tabo, Dhankar, Hikkim, Komic, Langza, Kaza, Kunzum Pass and Chandratal before returning to Manali.
Ride a Royal Enfield Himalayan 411cc through paved highways, gravel roads, rocky sections, water crossings, narrow mountain roads and high-altitude passes while being supported by a tour marshal, mechanic, backup support vehicle and oxygen cylinder.
RouteMain Expedition Route
Delhi → Manali → Jibhi/Sojha → Jalori Pass → Sangla → Chitkul → Reckong Peo → Kalpa → Pooh → Nako → Tabo → Dhankar → Hikkim → Komic → Langza → Kaza → Losar → Kunzum Pass → Chandratal → Batal → Manali
Major Attractions
- Kullu Valley and Jibhi/Sojha
- Jalori Pass
- Sangla Valley and Chitkul
- Kinnaur Kailash views
- Kalpa and Reckong Peo
- Nako Lake
- Tabo Monastery
- Gue Monastery and ancient mummy
- Dhankar Monastery
- Hikkim and Komic
- Langza and fossil village
- Kaza and Key Monastery
- Losar and Kunzum Pass
- Chandratal Lake
- Batal and Atal Tunnel
Detailed Itinerary
The expedition covers approximately 900 km across Himachal Pradesh, Kinnaur and Spiti Valley. Road conditions vary from smooth highways to gravel, rocky tracks, water crossings and narrow mountain roads.
The expedition begins from Majnu-ka-Tilla, New Aruna Nagar, Delhi. Travel overnight by Volvo bus towards Manali through the Himalayan foothills.
- Route: Delhi → Manali
- Distance: Approx. 540 km / 336 miles
- Altitude: Manali – 2,050 m / 6,726 ft
- Overnight: Volvo bus
The objective of the day is to reach Manali, where the motorcycle adventure officially begins.
After arriving in Manali and freshening up, travel by Tempo Traveller around noon towards Sethan Valley and Hamta Valley.
- Approximately 36 sharp bends over 12 km
- Lunch surrounded by Himalayan scenery
- Return to Manali around 3 PM
- Visit Manali Mall Road for essentials
- Overnight: Manali hotel
- Altitude: 2,050 m / 6,726 ft
Ride through the lush Kullu Valley towards Banjar and Sojha/Jibhi. The route follows beautiful forests and the Tirthan River.
- Route: Manali → Kullu → Aut → Banjar → Sojha
- Distance: Approx. 110 km
- Duration: 4–5 hours
- Altitude: Sojha – approx. 2,640–2,650 m
One of the major riding days of the expedition. Ride through Jalori Pass towards the spectacular Sangla Valley and Chitkul.
- Route: Sojha → Jalori Pass → Ani → Rampur → Karcham → Sangla → Chitkul
- Distance: Approx. 160 km
- Riding Time: Around 7 hours
- Chitkul Altitude: Approx. 3,450 m / 11,319 ft
- Kinnaur Kailash views
- Baspa River
- Apple orchards
- Mountain forests
- Remote Himalayan roads
Continue through Kinnaur from Chitkul and Sangla towards Reckong Peo and Kalpa.
- Route: Chitkul → Sangla → Reckong Peo → Kalpa
- Distance: Approx. 70–73 km
- Kalpa Altitude: 2,960 m / 9,711 ft
- Kinnaur Kailash views
- Apple orchards
- Pine forests
- Baspa River scenery
From Reckong Peo, Kalpa is approximately 7 km away.
Leave the lush Kinnaur landscape behind and enter the stark high-altitude landscape of Spiti Valley.
- Route: Kalpa → Pooh → Nako → Tabo
- Distance: Approx. 150–160 km
- Duration: 5–7 hours
- Tabo Altitude: 3,280 m / 10,761 ft
- Nako Lake
- Nako Monastery
- Hangrang Valley
- Tabo Monastery
- Gue Monastery and ancient mummy
Tabo Monastery is often referred to as the “Ajanta of the Himalayas” because of its ancient artwork and spiritual heritage.
Explore the cultural and spiritual heart of Spiti as the route climbs through some of the highest inhabited villages in the region.
- Route: Tabo → Dhankar → Hikkim → Komic → Langza → Kaza
- Distance: Approx. 100–120 km
- Duration: Around 6 hours
- Kaza Altitude: Approx. 3,800 m / 12,467 ft
- Dhankar Monastery
- Hikkim high-altitude post office
- Komic village and monastery
- Langza fossil village
- Giant Buddha statue
- Kaza town
Start early for one of the most spectacular riding days of the expedition. Ride towards Losar, cross Kunzum Pass and continue towards Chandratal Lake.
- Route: Kaza → Rangrik → Losar → Kunzum Pass → Chandratal
- Distance: Approx. 100–103 km
- Duration: Around 6 hours
- Kunzum Pass: Approx. 4,590 m
- Chandratal: Approx. 4,300 m / 14,108 ft
- Kunzum La Temple
- Panoramic Himalayan views
- Rocky terrain and sharp turns
- Approx. 14 km final detour towards Chandratal
- Approx. 1.5 km walk from parking to the lake
Overnight camping/stay around Chandratal.
After breakfast, begin the return journey from Chandratal through Batal and towards Manali.
- Route: Chandratal → Batal → Rohtang Pass / Atal Tunnel → Manali
- Distance: Approx. 140 km
- Duration: 6–7 hours
- Manali Altitude: Approx. 2,050 m
- Batal
- Rohtang region
- Atal Tunnel
- Return to Manali
Enjoy breakfast and check out from the hotel. The Spiti Bike Expedition officially concludes in Manali.
- Breakfast
- Hotel checkout
- Departure from Manali
- Option to extend your stay at your own expense
Farewell and conclusion of the expedition.
Tour Highlights
- Approximately 900 km of Himalayan motorcycle riding
- Ride through spectacular Himalayan passes
- Explore remote high-altitude villages
- Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries
- Kinnaur Kailash mountain views
- Ride through Sangla Valley and Chitkul
- Visit Nako Lake and Tabo Monastery
- Explore Dhankar, Hikkim, Komic and Langza
- Experience Kaza and Key Monastery
- Cross Kunzum Pass
- Visit the spectacular Chandratal Lake
- Backup support vehicle
- Tour marshal and skilled mechanic
- Oxygen cylinder in support vehicle
- Daily bike maintenance and spare parts support
- Riding gear provided
Getting to / From the Expedition
- Starting Point: Majnu-ka-Tilla, New Aruna Nagar, Delhi – 110054
- Delhi to Manali Volvo bus is included as per the package itinerary.
- The motorcycle expedition starts from Manali.
- Final tour endpoint: Manali.
- Participants can depart from Manali after completion or extend their stay at their own expense.
Inclusions
- Tour completion certificate
- Accommodation throughout the tour
- Triple sharing accommodation
- Double sharing for couples
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Inner Line Permits wherever applicable
- Royal Enfield Himalayan 411cc
- Fuel for the itinerary
- Riding jacket
- Knee guard
- Elbow guard
- Helmet for rider / pillion
- Backup support vehicle
- Skilled mechanic
- Tour marshal
- Daily bike maintenance
- Required spare parts support
- First-aid box
- 24/7 oxygen cylinder in support vehicle
- Sightseeing and excursions mentioned in itinerary
- Delhi–Manali Volvo ticket as per package
Exclusions
- Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions
- Bike damage costs
- Monument and monastery entrance fees
- Additional expenses caused by landslides
- Road blocks and unforeseen route closures
- Additional expenses due to bad weather
- Additional hotel, transportation or meals caused by unforeseen circumstances
- GST @ 5%
Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in hotels, camps, homestays or similar properties depending on availability and location.
- Jibhi / Sojha: Green Alpine / Upvassa Woods / Mehak Resort
- Sangla: Tenzin Brothers / Yiga Homestay / Grand Baspa Resort / Baspa Mud House
- Kaza: Hotel / homestay accommodation as assigned
- Tabo / Lari: Hotel / homestay accommodation as assigned
- Manali: Dare the Himalaya / Keylinga Inn
- Chandratal: Camping
Property names and photographs are reference examples and may change depending on availability.
Things to Carry
- Thermal shirts
- Valid driving licence
- Valid government ID
- Comfortable riding boots
- Airtel / Jio SIM
- Warm clothes
- Camera
- Power bank
- Comfortable clothes
- Cap
- Warm jacket
- Raincoat
- Personal medication
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Personal toiletries
Terms & Conditions
- Hotel check-in is generally at 12 noon. Early check-in is subject to availability.
- Any additional cost caused by bad weather or circumstances outside the operator's control will be payable by the participant.
- The itinerary sequence may change due to traffic, local restrictions, road conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
- If a participant leaves the group during the tour, transportation of the bike from the departure point to the endpoint will be at the participant's expense.
- Valid government-issued ID is mandatory.
- A valid driving licence is mandatory for riders.
- Participants are responsible for their own luggage.
- Only backpacks should be carried during the expedition.
- Maximum recommended backpack capacity is 50 litres per person.
- Extra luggage may attract a charge of ₹500 per kg.
- Any damage or accident-related compensation caused by the participant will be payable by the responsible participant.
- Cancellation after arrival may result in total billing becoming payable.
- The operator reserves the right to cancel the tour if minimum group strength is not achieved.
- If the operator cancels the tour because minimum participation is not achieved, the applicable booking amount will be refunded as per the operator's policy.
- Participants must carry medicines suitable for their personal requirements.
- The Road Captain manages the group and all participants must follow safety instructions.
Minimum Group Size
The minimum group size is 6 riders. The operator may cancel or reschedule the expedition if the minimum group strength is not achieved.
Payment & Cancellation
- Booking amount: ₹5,000 per person
- Booking amount is non-refundable.
- More than 15 days before travel: one-time complimentary rescheduling may be available.
- Within 15 days of travel: applicable amendment charges may apply.
- Hotel and transportation amendment charges, if applicable, are payable by the participant.
- Rescheduling requests should be made through the official contact email.
Booking Process
- Pay the booking amount of ₹5,000 per person.
- Payment can be made through UPI / IMPS / NEFT.
- Share the payment proof with the tour operator.
- Booking confirmation is generally provided within 24 hours.
For security, bank account details are not displayed on this page. Please request official payment details directly from the operator.
Road Conditions
- Paved highways
- Gravel roads
- Rough tracks
- Rocky sections
- Mud
- Water crossings
- Narrow mountain roads
- Sharp turns
- High-altitude passes
The Spiti route is a challenging Himalayan motorcycle route. Participants should be comfortable riding in changing terrain and weather.
Mobile Connectivity
Mobile connectivity can be patchy throughout remote Spiti. BSNL generally provides the widest coverage, while Jio and Airtel may work in selected locations. Participants should inform family members about limited connectivity before entering remote sections.
Medical & Altitude Information
- First-aid box included
- Oxygen cylinder available in support vehicle
- Carry your own regular medicines
- Inform the tour marshal about any medical concerns
- Stay hydrated at high altitude
- Follow the Road Captain's safety instructions
Medical facilities are limited in remote Himalayan areas. Kaza has basic medical facilities, while serious medical situations may require transfer towards Manali or Shimla.
Fuel Availability
Fuel stations become increasingly sparse in remote sections of Spiti. Riders should fill their tanks whenever fuel is available, particularly around Manali, Reckong Peo and Kaza. Carrying additional fuel where permitted and practical is recommended.
Food
Depending on the destination, travellers may find momos, thukpa, Himachali cuisine, Indian meals and some continental options. Food choices become limited in remote villages, so carrying dry snacks is recommended.
Winter Travel
Winter travel in Spiti can be significantly more difficult because of snowfall, extreme cold, road closures and limited accommodation. Winter expeditions require specialised planning, suitable equipment and experienced riders.
Contact & Booking Information
- Operator: Mototour Ladakh
- Phone: +91 9622969775
- Landline: +91 01982 25883
- Email: themightyhimalayatrek@gmail.com
- Alternate Email: mightyhimalaya034@gmail.com
