How to Book a Kinnaur Spiti Tour from Chandigarh: A Complete Guide

How to Book a Kinnaur–Spiti Tour from Chandigarh: A Complete Guide

If you’ve been dreaming of rugged mountains, deep valleys, and surreal landscapes that look straight out of a postcard, Kinnaur and Spiti Valley should be on your bucket list. Starting from Chandigarh makes your journey smooth and accessible — whether you’re a solo traveller, couple, or group of friends. Here’s a step-by-step guide to booking your Kinnaur–Spiti adventure.

1. Decide Your Travel Season

Kinnaur Spiti is accessible mostly from May Month to mid-October Month via the Shimla–Kinnaur route. If you want green valleys and blooming apple orchards, choose May–June. For golden autumn landscapes, September–October is magical. Winters are harsh, so not recommended for first-timers.

2. Choose Your Route

From Chandigarh, there are two common ways to enter Spiti:

• Via Shimla & Kinnaur (Recommended) – Open most of the year and perfect for gradual altitude gain.
• Via Manali & Kunzum Pass – Usually open June–October, but involves steep climbs.

For a well-paced trip, most travellers take the Shimla–Kinnaur–Spiti–Manali circuit.

3. Select a Tour Type

You can book:

• Group Tours – Budget-friendly and social (₹25,000–₹40,000 per person for 8–10 days).
• Private Tours – Fully customised itinerary, ideal for families/couples.
• Self-Drive / Rental Car – For those who love the thrill of driving on high mountain roads.

4. Book with a Reliable Operator

Look for tour companies with:

• Good reviews on Google 
• Local expertise (knowledge of road conditions, stay options, permits)
• Emergency support (important for remote areas)

Popular Himachal operators:

• Hire Himachal Cab
• Himachal Online Cab
• Hire Himachal Taxi

5. Plan Your Itinerary (8–10 Days)

Sample Chandigarh to Kinnaur–Spiti itinerary:

• Day 1: Chandigarh → Narkanda
• Day 2: Narkanda → Sangla
• Day 3: Sangla → Chitkul → Kalpa
• Day 4: Kalpa → Nako → Tabo
• Day 5: Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza
• Day 6: Kaza → Langza, Hikkim, Komic
• Day 7: Kaza → Chandratal
• Day 8: Chandratal → Manali
• Day 9: Manali → Chandigarh

6. Get Your Permits & Essentials Ready

• Permits: Indian tourists don’t need special permits for Kinnaur–Spiti, but carry ID proofs.
• Clothing: Layered warm clothes, windcheater, gloves, and good trekking shoes.
• Essentials: Suncream, lip balm, cold medicines, power bank for Mobile Charging, and cash (ATMs are Very Less in Spiti).

7. Book in Advance

Especially in peak season (May–June, Sept), hotels and camps in Chitkul, Kalpa, and Kaza fill up quickly. Booking 1–2 months in advance ensures the best stays and smooth arrangements.