Overview
Spiti, which literally means the ‘Middle land’, lies on the Indian border with Tibet. It lies across the main range of the Himalaya, which is known as the ‘trans-Himalaya’. One route from the south, along the valleys from Kinnaur traditionally allowed easy access to Spiti. It travels along the Satluj and later along the Spiti River. This route is now motorable and is kept open almost throughout the year. The route that we take on this tour is from the northwest that links Spiti with Manali and Kullu district. This route goes over two high passes of Rohtang and Kunzum la. This spectacular road is generally open from mid-June till late October depending on snow conditions on the passes.
MTB Spiti finds its place among the highest mountain biking tours in the world. This tour will take you through the untouched landscapes, 1000 year old Buddhist monasteries, rows and rows of colourful prayer flags and a peace-loving race of people that have been unscathed by modernity. Ride through two Himalayan passes as high as 4551 meters and camp beside the picturesque lake Chandertal in this exhilarating ride.
Itinerary
Inclusions/Exclusions
Inclusions:
- Meals as mentioned in the Itinerary
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Expert Guide
- Group Medical Kit
- Support Vehicle
- Basic repairs.
- Support Staff- Cook, helpers.
Exclusions:
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Mountain Bikes
- Helmet- You must bring your own
- Repair/ replacement cost if bike is damaged.
- Aerated and Alcoholic drinks
- Items of personal nature such as phone calls, laundry
- Flight- International or domestic
- Tips
- Travel Insurance
*Trek Mountain bikes would be available to rent from us in case you can’t bring your own. Please contact for rates.
How to Reach
Up North base camp is located at Ghurdor near the heritage village Naggar (23 km short of Manali on left bank).
By Air:
The Kullu- Manali Airport at Bhuntar is approximately 30 Kms. from the Up North base camp.
By Road:
The distance from Delhi to Naggar is around 540 Kms. There are overnight buses (semi deluxe, deluxe, air-conditioned and Volvo) from Delhi to Manali. You can de-board the bus at Patlikuhal from where you can get number of taxis or regular route buses.
By Train:
The nearest railway station which is well connected is Chandigarh/Ambala is approximately 8/9 hours drive.
Recommended List
Clothing and other suggested items you should bring:
Here’s our recommended kit list. It’s not rigid – feel free to vary it, as necessary.
- Good quality waterproof jacket
- Waterproof trousers
- Travel trousers
- Cotton tee-shirts
- Thermal long johns
- Long sleeved thermal top
- Mid-weight fleece top
- Long sleeved shirt
- Cycling shoes/sports shoes
- Cycle mitts
- Small day sack
- Hydration sack or water bottle
- Warm cap (thick fleece/woolen)
- 1-2 pair warm sock
- Torch/head lamp
- Flip-flops/Crocs or Sandals
- Travel insurance policy
- Toilet kit
- Sun hat 2-3 pairs of standard socks
- Warm gloves (waterproof outer, fleece inner)
- Dark cycling glasses (the sun is very strong)
- 2 wicking tee-shirts (synthetic or merino wool)
- 2 pairs cycling tights/shorts (looser, “trackster” fit rather skin-tight lycra)
Policy
(Cancellation request will only be accepted by email)
- In case request for cancellation is received before 30 clear days or more in advance before the scheduled date of reporting, 80% of the advance taken will be refunded.
- If the request for cancellation is received between 15 to 29 days, 50% of advance taken will be refunded.
- No refund will be given, if the cancellation intimation is received less than 15 days before the reporting date.
