Mountain Biking-Spiti Cycling and Chandratal Trek

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The Only way to do justice and see if this is true is to take this most exclusive of adventures through the Spiti Valley. An adventure trip that will make ever the most seasoned of campaigners agree that it is amongst the most memorable outdoor trips that they have undertaken.

The Spiti valley is formed by its synonymous river which rises on the slopes of Kunzum la (4551mts) dividing the Lahaul and Spiti district, and ends at Khab where it meets the Sutlej. From NW to SE the valley extends for 140kms. Along its course the Spiti river traverses beds of clay and rocks, out of which rise peculiar rough monument like masses honeycombed all over with deep holes as if scooped out by a sculptor.

It can be a journey of discovery for those affected by the “mane walls”, fluttering flags, prayer wheels, monks, all beneath an ageless blue sky, in a primordial landscape. We invite you to visit this beautiful land and soak yourself in its beauty, culture and people. Mountain Biking Himachal – the trans-Himalayan challenge runs extensively through Kinnaur and takes you into the interiors, uncharted, unspoiled and un-touristed. And if that is not enough the region is a records every geological age from the Pre-Cambrian to the recent, in pristine formations.

Nature	:	Mountain Biking and Trek
Duration	:	8 days
Season	:	June - September
Location	:	Manali Start
Region	:	Himachal
Difficulty Level	:	Moderate+
Activity Description	:	Mountain Biking, Trekking and Camping

Day 01: MANALI

Arrive in Manali and check into your hotel. Attend a brief orientation session during lunch. The evening is free to explore Manali bazaar. Overnight in Manali.

Day 02: MANALI – TABO (Drive/8 hrs)

An early morning check out from the hotel as we board our vehicles for a grand journey across the high Himalayan Highway. Lunch is served enroute at Losar, as we continue further on the road towards Tabo Monastery. Reach by late afternoon and settle into camp. Attend the prayer meeting in the monastery followed by a brief yet informative tour of the thousand year old monastery. Overnight in tents.

Day 03: TABO – LINGTI (Cycle/59 kms)

After breakfast the riders set out on their bikes and pedal towards Dankar Monastery. A visit is coupled with a lunch stopover and we thereafter continue towards Lallung monastery. Ride further down towards Lingti. Overnight in tents.

Day 04: LINGTI – KAZA – KYE – LIDANG (Cycle/43 kms)

From the camp, board the vehicles towards Kaza, the headquarters of the “Spiti valley” and follow the road till Kye monastery. Thereafter it’s an uphill ride as we gain 600 meters in 22 kms to reach Langza (option of riding or travelling by jeep) to start the ride under the shadow of the Chau- Chau Kal Nilda, the highest peak of Spiti. A five km trail, almost level brings us to Komic Gompa, which further extends towards Demul in the Lingti valley and we end the ride at Lidang. Overnight in tents.

Day 05: LIDANG – KIBBER – GETE – KAZA (Cycle/30 kms)

Board the vehicles in the morning and drive towards Kibber. Enroute stop at the Kye monastery. Drive towards Gete and get on your bikes. Enjoy the thrilling downhill ride towards Kaza. Overnight in tents.

Day 06: KAZA – LOSAR – CHANDRATAL (Cycle/61 kms)

Start early for the 61 kms of riding today, as we traverse the length of the Spiti valley along the Spiti river, to reach Losar. Most of the riding today is on tarmac. Board vehicles at Losar and drive to a point close to the Chandratal Lake. From here we will trek to the lake (4 kms) and we will camp on a meadow above the lake. Overnight in tents.

Day 07: CHANDRATAL – CHATTRU – MANALI (Cycle/41 kms)

The region we ride through today is an interesting area, through a trail, cut through the Chandra river and melting glaciers, as three major mountain ranges of the mighty Himalayas meet together, The Pir Panjals, The Greater Himalayas and the Zanskar range. A 41 kms ride through this region is bound to remain etched in our memories forever, as we reach Chattru. (total 48kms). Board vehicles at Chattru and drive towards Manali. Overnight in Manali.

Day 08: MANALI DEPARTURE

Post breakfast, check out and depart for your onward destination

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Package Price List:

1 Person	:	82800
2 Persons	:	51400
3-5 Persons	:	32800
6+ Persons	:	24999

Fixed Departure Price :

1 Person

24999

*(Prices Mentioned in Indian Rupees and on Per Person basis)

Cost Includes:

All road transfers from and back to Dehradun
Accommodation in 3/4 season tents during the trip when outdoor camping.
Meals – All meals at on the trip.
Professional guide (trained from Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, Uttarkashi) and kitchen staff would accompany the group

Cost does not include:

Service charge of 2.58%.
Travel between Delhi and Dehradun. (can be arranged by us on request)
Any meals/services not mentioned above
Any charges for video cameras, still cameras, park fees etc.
Alcohol, soft drinks, beverages, etc.
Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
Insurance

Trip Starting Point :
MANALI TRAVELLING TO/FROM MANALI Air There are flights that depart from Delhi to Bhuntar (Kullu) and back daily, operated by Kingfisher, Air India, etc. From the airport there are taxis available to ferry you to Manali, which is 50 kms away. Road There are a number of public transport buses that run between Delhi and Manali. They traditionally leave from Delhi/Manali in the evening or night and reach Manali the next day in the morning or afternoon. The buses range from deluxe Volvo coaches to ordinary state transport buses. For information on the coaches run by HP Tourism, you could log on to www.hptdc.nic.in/Trans.htm. If you would like a private taxi for yourself or your group for travel between Delhi and Manali, do get in touch with us and we would be glad to provide you with the relevant costs and organize the same for you.

Fixed Departure Date List:

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2010-06-29

2010-07-17

2010-08-07

2010-08-28

2010-07-06

2010-07-24

2010-08-14

2010-09-04