Spiti valley: monasteries and high lakes: 3-day itinerary

3 daysBest time: Jun–SepHillsNature

Day 1

9:00 AMTabo MonasteryOne of the oldest monasteries in the Himalaya Map
1:00 PMDhankar MonasteryCliff-top monastery above the river Map
2:30 PMDhankar LakeSteep walk up; carry water Map
6:00 PMKazaRest early; the altitude is high Map

Day 2

9:00 AMKey MonasterySpiti's largest monastery, on a hill Map
11:30 AMKibberHigh village with wide valley views Map
3:00 PMLangzaFossil village with a big Buddha statue Map
4:30 PMHikkimPost a card from a very high post office Map

Day 3

9:30 AMKunzum PassHigh pass; dress warm Map
12:30 PMChandratal LakeMoon-shaped lake; walk the last stretch Map

What a 3-day trip to Spiti Valley costs

Budget: about ₹2,800–₹6,000 per person
Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹14,500 per person
Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹31,800 per person

A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Spiti Valley is not included.

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