Ladakh and Spiti are neighbours and are often planned together, but they feel different. Ladakh is bigger, higher and more dramatic. Spiti is quieter, more village-led and easier to reach by road from Delhi.
Altitude and difficulty
Our Ladakh motorcycle trip crosses Khardung La at 5,359 m and starts in Leh at about 3,500 m, so it is the more demanding choice. The summer Spiti circuit tops out at Kunzum Pass, 4,551 m, and is graded moderate.
Season
Ladakh runs roughly April to October. Spiti has a summer circuit and a winter option, which is the main reason people pick it for a snow trip.
How you travel
In Ladakh you can ride a Royal Enfield Himalayan as a group, or take the Moon Land tour by SUV. In Spiti you can backpack in a group vehicle from Delhi, or drive the snow roads in a 4WD in winter.
Price at a glance
Prices below are per person, starting rates, before extras and GST.
- Leh Ladakh motorcycle expedition, 5 nights / 6 days: from ₹19,999
- Ladakh Moon Land tour, 6 nights / 7 days: price on request
- Summer Spiti backpacking tour, 8 nights / 9 days: from ₹17,999
- Winter Spiti 4WD expedition, 8 nights / 9 days: from ₹32,999
Questions
Which is cheaper, Ladakh or Spiti?
The summer Spiti backpacking tour starts at ₹17,999 and the Ladakh motorcycle expedition at ₹19,999 per person, so they are close. Winter Spiti costs more because of the 4x4 vehicles.
Is Spiti easier than Ladakh?
Generally yes. The summer Spiti circuit is graded moderate, while the Ladakh motorcycle trip is graded challenging because of the riding and the altitude.
Is Spiti better than Ladakh?
Neither is better. Ladakh is higher and more dramatic, while Spiti is quieter and easier to reach by road from Delhi. Choose by the altitude, season and budget that suit you.
How much does a Spiti trip cost?
Our summer Spiti backpacking tour from Delhi starts at ₹17,999 per person for 8 nights and 9 days. The winter 4WD expedition starts at ₹32,999.
