Spiti Valley Travel Guide
Spiti Valley is a high-altitude cold desert in Himachal Pradesh, known for dramatic landscapes, ancient monasteries, and remote Himalayan villages. Often called “Little Tibet”, Spiti offers raw mountain beauty, starry skies, and spiritual calm.
📍 Quick Facts
StateHimachal Pradesh
Famous ForMonasteries & Cold Desert
Ideal Duration5–7 Days
LanguagesHindi, English, Bhoti
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkBSNL (limited)
🌐 InternetVery limited / slow
🗓 Best Time to Visit
May – JunRoads open & pleasant
Jul – SepBest travel season
Oct – AprExtreme winter (snowbound)
FestivalsLosar & local fairs
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Key MonasteryLargest monastery in Spiti
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KazaMain town of Spiti
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Chandratal LakeHigh-altitude moon lake
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Dhankar MonasteryCliff-top monastery
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ThukpaTibetan noodle soup
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MomosLocal dumplings
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Tibetan BreadSimple mountain food
☕
Butter TeaTraditional drink
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Prayer FlagsBuddhist souvenirs
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WoollensHandmade caps & shawls
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Local CraftsSmall handicrafts
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Kaza MarketLimited shopping
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CampingHigh-altitude camping
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Road TripManali–Spiti circuit
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StargazingClear night skies
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MeditationMonastery stays
🗺 Suggested Spiti Valley Itinerary
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Day 1Manali → Kaza
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Day 2Key Monastery · Kibber
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Day 3Dhankar · Pin Valley
🚆 How to Reach Spiti Valley
✈️
Kullu Airport (KUU)Approx 250 km
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Shimla RailwayVia Kinnaur route
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HRTC BusesSeasonal connectivity
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TaxiManali ↔ Spiti ₹15,000+
🏨 Where to Stay in Spiti Valley
Best Comfort
Mid-Range
Homestays
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Hotel DeyzorBest comfort option
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Spiti SaraiEco-friendly stay
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Hotel Sakya AbodePopular in Kaza
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Hotel Snow LionValue stay
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Village HomestaysAuthentic experience
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Monastery GuesthousesBasic facilities
🍴 Popular Food Places
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Sol CaféKaza favorite
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Tara CaféLocal meals
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Village KitchensHomestyle food
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Small CafésLimited but cozy
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Kaza · Base TownCentral Spiti
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Pin ValleyNational park
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ChandratalHigh-altitude lake
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Warm layers
Winter – Heavy woolens
Night – Thermal wear
Trekking – Strong shoes
🎉 Festivals
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LosarTibetan New Year
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Ladarcha FairTraditional fair
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DiwaliSmall celebrations