SPITI Circuit Cycling Expedition | Event in Kaza | Townscript
SPITI Circuit Cycling Expedition | Event in Kaza | Townscript

SPITI Circuit Cycling Expedition

Sep 09 - 19 | 06:00 AM (IST)

Event Information

Tour Overview
Dare2Gear is back to redefine adventure with a perfect fusion of landscapes, flora and fauna will excite the nature lover in you. We are pleased to add one more adventure to your kitty by presenting the “Spiti cycling expedition” in the mountains.
And Cycling is the perfect way to appreciate the majesty of the landscape at a gentle pace, to get close to the environment and feel the culture of this place. All this wonder, packed in one expedition is something you will carry with you throughout your life.
We bet you will not want to close your eyes even for a second because it is a blink-and-you-miss landscape! Get ready to have a bold experience in the valley of Spiti with Dare2Gear.
Please Note: Only MTB bikes are allowed. No cyclocross, gravel or hybrid bikes are allowed.


Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Shimla | Introduction & Trip Brief | Stay: Hotel Stay
Once you reach ISBT shimla, pickup will come to pick you up and drop to hotel if transportation services taken from Dare2Gear for shimla.
After reaching hoel, you meet up and acquainted with other fellow riders. You can rest for a while. Then, we will have delicious lunch.
In the evening, the Dare2Gear team will brief you on things to keep in mind for the next eleven days of the cycling expedition. We will retire early and give our bodies a complete rest before the start of this cycling expedition.

Day2: Shimla to Narkanda | 67 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch at Theog | Altitude: 2708 Meters

It’s your first day of cycling. Get up early, have some fresh air. We will start the day with some healthy & delicious breakfast and then set off on your cycles to Narkhanda.

Get ready to begin this memorable cycling expedition. The landscape will give you a feel like it is designed specifically for an adventure-seeking cyclist. While riding through the Himalayan Range, this beautiful road will leads us to today’s destination, a beautiful town named Narkanda. It is among India’s oldest ski destinations with the undulating beauty of nature.

Day3: Narkhanda to Badhal | 95 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch at Rampur | Altitude: 2086 Meters

Today is going to be an easy day. Get ready to experience downhill ride from Narkhanda to Badhal. With an easy start, you will experience uphill riding after covering almost half of the route.

Day 4: Badhal to Spillo | 97 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch at Tapri | Altitude: 2320 Meters

Same as Yesterday, today is also going to be an easy day. You will experience downhill ride in most of the region. This will amke your ride pleasant and you will experience uphill in some parts of the route.

Day5: Spillo to Nako | 63 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch at Pooh | Altitude: 3625 Meters

After having an early morning bite, we gradually ascend towards Nako,which is located in Indo-China border in the Trans-Himalayan region. It is famous for an oval shape lake surrounded with mountains which makes it a picturesque location. Get ready to experience this scenic beauty from the saddle of your bike.

Day6: Nako to Tabo | 62 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch Point: Hurling | Altitude 3050 Meter

Brace yourself up, for today’s adventurous and challenging ride. Today’s destination is Tabo, which is a another popular tourist destination located in the Spiti Valley. This route offers picturesque views to riders.

Famous attractions like ancient monasteries, temples of the Enlightened Gods, the Golden Temple and the Mystic Mandala Temple are worth witnessing. Get ready to encounter the brown hills standing over the roads to reach today’s destination Tabo.

Day7: Tabo to Pangmo | 76 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch Point: Kaza | Altitude: 1189 Meters

Today we are going to ride a distance of 76 km. We will explore the quaint village of your journey called Pangmo. It offers spectacular views of the Spiti River and the valley. It is Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and scaling mountains on all sides, this village is yet untainted by tourists.

Day 8: Pangmo to Chandrataal | 68 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch Point: Lossar | Altitude: 4250 Meters

Today’s destination is Chandrataal also known as “Tso Chigma”. According to Hindu mythology, Chandratal is the place where Indra, the King of Gods, came down on his chariot to transport Yudhishthira, eldest of the five Pandavas, in his mortal form to Swarga (heaven).

This route offers an off riding track, so gear up yourself for some challenging and new experiences. Chandertaal Lake is a treat for all adventure enthusiast as it is full of gigantic Himalayan Mountains, valleys, undiscovered monasteries, etc.

Day 9: Chandrataal to Sissu | 81 km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch Point: Chatru | Altitude: 3130 Meters

After an early breakfast, we leave for today’s destination Sissu.(a small town in the Lahaul valley of Himachal Pradesh). It is famous for its all season charm and all-around sun-kissed Himalayan mountain range.

In this 81km ride you are going to have life time experience and can feel beautiful Autumn Vibes. Once you reach hotel, get fresh and have a hot served dinner. Post dinner, you can retire to your cozy bed for a sound sleep to face the challenges of the next day.

Day 10: Sissu to Manali | 84 Km
Stay: Hotel | Lunch Point: Marhi | Altitude: 2050 Meters

Today is the last riding day of this expedition and we are going to travel to one of the most popular destinations of India-Manali. This place is classic blend of peace and beauty which makes it a heaven for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts, especially who want to get off the main tourist trails and experience nature up close.
Get ready to witness beautiful landscapes that will leave you awestruck. You can explore the locals and enjoy the culture of Manali Region.

In the evening, we will be waiting for you at the hotel to start with the trophy distribution ceremony. We will have some tea and snacks. You can relax and can share the experiences/learning, which you’ve witnessed in Spiti circuit cycling expedition. Post dinner, you can retire in your cozy beds for a sound sleep to gear up for the return journey.

Inclusions:
10 Breakfasts
09 Lunches
10 Dinners
Hotel Stay
Trophy
Certificate
Photography
2 Support Vehicles
Ride Marshal
Hydration & Nutrition Support
Mechanical & Technical Support
Medical First Aid

Exclusions:
Anything which is not mentioned above

Venue

SHIMLA
SHIMLA, SHIMLA, Kaza, India
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