Chandra Taal Lake, also known as Moon Lake, is a crescent-shaped glacial lake in the Spiti Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India. It’s located at an altitude of 14,100 feet (4,300 meters) on the Samudra Tapu plateau in the Lahaul and Spiti district, and is the source of the Chandra River:

Day 1 : Mumbai – Chandigarh

Meet and Greet at Mumbai Central/Bandra Terminus to Board Paschim Express/Chandigarh Superfast Express, Say Hi to your fellow Spiti Backpackers and Spend your day in Train playing some Ice breaking Games with your trip Buddies.

Day 2 : Chandigarh to Narkanda
Reach Chandigarh in late afternoon and drive towards Narkanda.

• Check in and Dinner
  
  

Day 3 : Narkanda to Rakchamm
After breakfast, checkout and visit Hatu Peak which is highest peak of Shimla.

• Enjoy the Scenic beauty of Shivalik Hills on the steep road to Hatu Peak. On the Top of the Peak, there’s Hatu Temple Dedicated to Maa Kali
• have Dinner.
• We leave for Rakchham, a Beautiful town in Sangla Valley. Check in to Stay and have Dinner.

Day 4 : Racham – Chitkul

• Wakeup to the sound of Baspa River flowing just ahead of stay.
• Freshenup and breakfast, Leave for Chitkul – India’s Last Village on Indo Tibet Border.
• Visit Hindustan ka Akhri Dhaba at India’s Last Village.
• Evening free time to explore trails and riverside at Rakchham and enjoy the evening in amazing way.
  
  

Day 5 : Rakcham to Nako via Kalpa

• After breakfast we leave for Nako via one of the Beautiful town Kalpa – Famous for its Spectacular views of Kinner Kailash Peak.
• We visit Sucide point at Rohgi village.
• We take a pitstop at Khab Sangam, the Confluence of Spiti and Satluj rivers.
• In Evening we reach Nako Village, the last hamlet of Kinnaur Valley. Check in to the Stay and have Dinner.

Day 6 : Nako – Gue – Tabo – Kaza
Today after breakfast we visit Nako Lake and then Leave for Tabo.

• Enroute, we visit Gue – a Village where 500 year old Mummy of Buddhist monk Stanzin Sangha from Tibet.
• We reach tabo and visit Tabo Monastery. Later we move towards Kaza, the Headquarters of Spiti.

Day 7 : Kaza – Hikkim – Komic – Langza
After breakfast, we leave to visit best places of Spiti Valley.

• We start with Hikkim,which has world’s Highest Post office at an altitude of 14,567 ft.
• After that, we visit Komic Village which is world’s Highest village connected with motorable roads at an altitude of 15,500 ft.
• Later we visit Langza, Known for its Fossils. if you are lucky you may find pre-historic fossil remains. visit the Famous Buddha Statue and head back to Kaza.
• Evening free time to explore Kaza Market and cafes.

Day 8 : Kaza – Key – Chincham – Chandratal

• After breakfast, Check out and leave for Kew Monastery situated at the height of13,668 ft.
• We now visit Chichham Bridge, which is world’s highest suspension bridge.
• We head towards Chandrataal Lake Via Kunzum Pass. A Stunning Blue Coroured Lake which is located at an altitude of4,200 mts.
• Check in to the Camps and have dinner.
  
  

Day 9 : Chandratal – Manali
Have breakfast, Check out from the camp in Chandrataal and leave for Manali, takes approx 5-6 hours of drive.

• We pass through famous Atal Tunnel before reaching Manali.
• Reach Manali in the evening and you are free to explore mall road.
  
  

Day 10 : Manali – Ambala Train Journey

• Have breakfast, Check out from the hotel in Manali and leave for Ambala Cantt Railway Station. Bid Farewell to Mountains.
• 11:00 Pm – We Board train back to Mumbai.
  
  

Day 11 : Mumbai

• Spend the day in Train Journey playing games, sharing photos and memories.

Reach Mumbai by 11:00 pm and untill next time.

12th Sep – 22nd Sep
19th Sep  – 29th Sep

Tour Cost :

Chandigarh to Ambala – 21000/-
Ex Mumbai – 25500/-

Inclusions :
Train Fare – (Mumbai to Mumbai) (Confirm / RAC please refer to notes section.

• Private Tempo Traveller/ Innova throughout (Depending upon the group size)
• 08 Nights’ Accommodation in Cozy & Comfortable Hotels/ Homestays/ Hostels/ Camps on triple Sharing Basis.
• Pure Veg/Jain Meals – 08 Breakfast & 08 Dinner.
• Daily water during road journey.
• Super-Experienced The Bucketlister’s Tour Manager to assist you with the Best Service throughout the Trip.
• All Necessary Permits & Entry Fees.
• First Aid Kit & Medical Assistance
  
  

Exclusions :
Train Meals

• (We will explore local cuisines on the way for lunch & one can expect Rs 100-150/- per meal)
• Safari, Camera, Movie camera and Vehicle Charges where the company’s vehicle is not available are not included in the tour cost.
• Any Adventure Activities.
• Any Personal expenses.
• Extra food & drinks ordered, Tips, Laundry, Shopping, etc.
• Anything not mentioned above in the Inclusions.

Early check-in is subject to availability.

• Company’s vehicle will only be accessible till parking areas.
• The schedule can be changed on the spot by the manager according to the circumstances and convenience.
• Any cost arising out of any event beyond our control like strike, bandh, riots, flight cancellations, mechanical breakdown, natural calamity like heavy rainfall, landslides, snowfall, earthquake will be directly borne by the guests.
• The Bucketlister won’t be responsible in case any sightseeing/ activity gets cancelled due to any natural calamities or man- made incidents.
• Guests would be responsible for safety of their luggage/ baggage throughout the trip.
• If at all the trip gets cancelled due to any event beyond our control or lockdown a nominal cancellation fees of 8% will be charged and guest will get the credit note of the remaining amount paid by them which can be used anytime in the near future.
• It’s a Backpacking trip and not a luxary trip, and this is how we will be able to fully taste the culture and enjoy the fullest.
• We have’nt included lunch since most of the time we will be out for exploring the places at Lunch time. we will be exploring local Dhaba, cafe, eateries, etc one can expect 100-150/- per meal.
  There will be no Room service, Laundry, Luxary hotels, Room heaters, etc. This backpacking trip is planned to experience the local & feel the Himalayas to the fullest.
• Train ticket bookings usually starts from 4 months before the departure dates. So there are chances the tickets will be in RAC/ Waiting if you book the tour late. Please check the ticket status with us at the time of booking, you might have to pay bit extra to get a confirm seats according to availibility, if tickets are not available.
• Do not carry Suitcases or heavy luggage, a good Backpack is recommended and would be comfortable to carry.

NOTE: The Initial Registration amount is 50% refundable only if cancelled 30 days before the trip. Out of the second and final instalment paid, cancellation fees will be:

25% if cancelled before 20 days of the trip.

50% if cancelled before 15 days of the trip.

70% if cancelled before 05 days of the trip.

90% if cancelled before 02 days of the trip.

100% if cancelled before 01 days of the trip