MountainBea Expedition · Spiti
Spiti Bike Trip: Full Circuit with Shipki La
Ride the full Spiti circuit on a Royal Enfield Himalayan: Sarahan, Chitkul, the Shipki La route, Kaza and Chandratal.
- Length
- 9 nights, 10 days
- Route
- Delhi to Delhi
- Season
- June – September
- Highest point
- 4,650 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Group
- Up to 15 bikes per batch, with a tour captain, mechanic and backup vehicle
- From
- ₹32,999 per person
- Next batch
- Dates being scheduled
Day by day
Day 1. Delhi to Bhuntar (overnight Volvo)
Assemble at the Delhi pickup point and board the overnight Volvo to Bhuntar. The night drive crosses the plains of Haryana and Punjab, with short refreshment halts at your own cost, and climbs into the Himalayan foothills.
Stay: Overnight journey · Meals: Not applicable · Distance: ~500 km · Drive: 10–12 hrs
Day 2. Acclimatisation and activity day in Bhuntar
Check in, rest after the night journey and take an acclimatisation session with light activities such as a riverside walk. River rafting is optional at extra cost, and bikes are not included today. The evening has a team briefing, a ride orientation and safety instructions.
Stay: Hotel in Kullu · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: Local movement only
Day 3. Bhuntar to Sarahan via Jibhi and Jalori Pass
After bike allocation and final checks, ride up through Jibhi and over Jalori Pass at 10,282 ft, along river valleys and forested mountain roads. Pass through the Rampur Bushahr region with a lunch halt, and reach Sarahan for an evening with views of the Shrikhand range.
Stay: Sarahan · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~170 km · Drive: 6–7 hrs
Day 4. Sarahan to Chitkul, Sangla and Kalpa
Visit the Bhimakali Temple if you skipped it the evening before, then ride via Karcham Dam into the Baspa Valley. Reach Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibet border, and stop at the "last dhaba of India". Descend through Sangla to Kalpa, and see Kalpa village in the evening if time permits.
Stay: Recong Peo or Kalpa · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~175 km · Drive: 5–6 hrs
Day 5. Kalpa to Nako via Khab Sangam and the Shipki La route
Leave early from Kalpa with views of the Kinner Kailash range and ride the remote Shipki La route through stark, high-altitude, border terrain. The route depends on permissions and weather, and you should carry your Aadhaar card. Stop at Khab Sangam, where the Sutlej and Spiti rivers meet, and reach Nako by evening.
Stay: Nako · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~160 km · Drive: 6–7 hrs
Day 6. Nako to Tabo, Gue, Dhankar and Kaza
Start with an early look at Nako Lake, then ride to Gue to see its famous mummy and on to Tabo Monastery. Stop at Dhankar Monastery, perched above the valley, and arrive in Kaza, the heart of Spiti, with the evening free to rest and acclimatise.
Stay: Kaza · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~140 km · Drive: 5–6 hrs
Day 7. Kaza local sightseeing with Tashigang
A local ride through Spiti's villages and monasteries: Key Monastery, Chicham Bridge, Hikkim post office, Komic and Langza with panoramic views. In the evening visit Tashigang, home of the world's highest polling station at 15,256 ft, and Pinjoor, then return to Kaza to explore the local market or rest.
Stay: Kaza · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~50–70 km · Drive: 3–4 hrs
Day 8. Kaza to Chandratal over Kunzum La
Ride the rough and scenic high-altitude track toward Chandratal, with a water crossing on the way. Reach Kunzum La at 4,551 m (14,931 ft) and then Chandratal Lake, with a short walk to its clear water. Check in to the camps for a night under the stars in the cold desert.
Stay: Camp at Chandratal · Meals: Breakfast, dinner · Distance: ~80–110 km · Drive: 5–6 hrs
Day 9. Chandratal to Manali, then overnight Volvo to Delhi
Leave early after breakfast and ride via Batal, the Chacha Chachi dhaba and lush valleys as the barren mountains turn to green forest, down to Manali through the Atal Tunnel. Board the overnight Volvo to Delhi. If you would rather stay in Manali, we can arrange it at extra cost, and your Volvo ticket moves to the next day.
Stay: Overnight journey · Meals: Breakfast · Distance: ~110 km to Manali · Drive: 4–5 hrs
Day 10. Arrive in Delhi
Reach Delhi in the morning with your memories of the Himalaya. The tour ends.
Distance: ~500 km · Drive: 10–12 hrs
Included
- 7 nights in hotels, hostels and camps on triple or quad sharing (double sharing is extra), with a mattress for any extra person
- Breakfast and dinner at the designated stays, as per the itinerary
- Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 or 450 for 8 days, from the morning of day 3 to the evening of day 9 (Kullu to Manali), with fuel for the whole ride
- Complimentary helmet for rider and pillion for the 8 days
- Tour captain, a Royal Enfield mechanic with spare parts for minor on-route repairs, and tour marshals
- Backup (luggage) vehicle, with an oxygen cylinder available 24×7 for emergencies and an oximeter
- Volvo tickets for the overnight journeys from Delhi and back, with pickup and drop at the designated Volvo points
- All Inner Line Permits and required local permissions. The Chandratal permit is included in every plan except for guests with their own bike or car
- First-aid kit, safety briefing and acclimatisation guidance
- 24×7 on-ground and customer support, and help with luggage at remote locations
- Official expedition completion certificate
Not included
- 5% GST unless stated as included
- Lunches, snacks, drinks and any meal not in the itinerary. Non-vegetarian meals are charged extra
- Entry, camera and activity fees, including optional river rafting
- Tips, porterage, laundry, phone calls, room service and shopping
- Room-heater charges where applicable, paid at the property
- Extra stay or meals caused by bad weather, road closures, snowfall or delays outside our control
- Medical emergencies, evacuation and costs from natural calamities, landslides or roadblocks
- Bike damage from negligence or mishandling; a refundable ₹6,000 security deposit per bike is taken before the ride
Prices
| Option | Details | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan / Scram 411 | Two riders, one bike (dual sharing) | ₹32,999 |
| Himalayan / Scram 411 | Solo rider, one bike | ₹36,999 |
| Himalayan 450 (recommended) | Two riders, one bike (dual sharing) | ₹41,999 |
| Himalayan 450 (recommended) | Solo rider, one bike | ₹45,999 |
| Seat in the taxi | Travel in the support vehicle, added to the group | ₹32,999 |
- Bring your own motorcycle: ₹22,999 per person, with fuel, added to the group.
- Double-sharing room stay: ₹2,000 extra per person.
- Seat in the backup vehicle: ₹1,500 per day. Extra rider: ₹2,000 per day.
- Luggage limit is 15 kg per rider; extra luggage is ₹1,000 per kg.
- Refundable security deposit of ₹6,000 per bike, returned after inspection (engine damage excluded).
- Optional extras: full riding gear set ₹2,000 per person for the tour, GoPro or Insta360 with mic and helmet mount ₹800 per day, professional tour video and photography (200+ photos) ₹5,000 per person, bike backup loading ₹2,500 per day.
- Prices exclude 5% GST. Ask us about early-bird offers.
Payment
- Slot booking: ₹3,000 per person, non-refundable.
- Confirmation: 20% of the tour cost secures your booking. Payment can be made in instalments.
- The balance is due before the second day of the trip.
- We accept cards, net banking and UPI through a secure payment link.
Cancellation
- 30 days or more before departure: batch shifting allowed, booking amount non-refundable.
- 29–21 days: 25% of trip amount charged.
- 21–15 days: 50% of trip amount charged.
- 14–0 days: 100% of trip amount charged (no refund).
- The booking token is non-refundable within 45 days of departure; 50% is refundable if you cancel earlier.
- All bookings are first come, first served and are non-transferable. Only the names on the confirmation may travel.
What to carry
- Riding helmet if you bring your own
- Down jacket comfortable to -15°C
- 2–3 winter trek pants and 3 T-shirts
- 2 woollen fleeces and thermal inner wear (2 pairs)
- Waterproof woollen gloves, woollen cap and neck warmer
- Sun cap, UV sunglasses, SPF 50+ sunscreen and lip balm
- Quick-dry towel and 3–4 pairs of undergarments
- Personal medicines and altitude-sickness medicine (a must)
- Original government photo ID (Aadhaar, licence, voter ID or passport)
MountainBea Expedition · +91 76500 92001 · info@mountainbea.com · www.mountainbea.com
Book at www.mountainbea.com/expeditions/spiti-bike-trip-full-circuit/book. Itineraries can change for weather or road closures. Details as of 7 November 2026.