Spiti & Pangi Valley

Spiti & Pangi Valley
17 days
Delhi
Spiti
Delhi
India
1.780 KM

Overview

This Himalayan motorcycle tour is designed for experienced riders – and for anyone looking for a new, unforgettable adventure.

The roads on this tour are a dream for passionate motorcyclists: often carved into steep slopes and almost always offering breathtaking views. Originally, the road from Killar to Kishtwar was planned as a closed military route – today, it’s open to the public. If it were more accessible, it would surely be known as one of the most spectacular motorcycle routes in the world.

The idyllic and untouched Spiti Valley remains refreshingly off the beaten track, especially compared to the more popular Ladakh. Its small villages, ancient monasteries, and rugged landscapes give a rare glimpse into the traditional life of this Tibetan-Buddhist region.

The tour starts with a cultural highlight of the highest order: the Golden Temple in Amritsar. The stretch from Killar to Kishtwar is strikingly beautiful. It feels less like a road and more like a poem carved in granite – a ride that will leave even the most experienced motorcyclists in awe.

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At A Glance

Category Details
Best Travel Time Mid-May to mid-October – mountain passes are open and roads are accessible
Tour Start/End Delhi / Delhi
Duration 17 travel days, approx. 13 riding days (including acclimatization & rest days)
Total Distance Approx. 1,700 km
Daily Rides Approx. 120–260 km per day, depending on the route section
Road Conditions Mix of well-paved roads and rough, partly unpaved tracks
Motorcycles Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. Upon request, Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 or Royal Enfield Bullet 500 (left-side gear shift, electric starter, front disc brake) are also available.
Riding Skills Suitable for Himalaya-experienced riders or adventurous newcomers with steady nerves for the Indian traffic. Suitable for pillion passengers.
Group Size Minimum 4 to maximum 10 riders. A seat in the support vehicle is always available for pillion passengers.
Accommodation 16 nights in the best available hotels, lodges, and guesthouses
Included Services Motorcycle rental, fuel, support vehicle, mechanic, all accommodations, breakfast, lunch snack, dinner, drinking water with meals and on the road, all entrance fees & permits, one train journey (Delhi–Amb), one domestic flight (Amritsar–Delhi), all domestic transfers, full-time tour guide
Highlights Jalori Pass (3,135 m), Jot Pass (2,800 m), Sach Pass (4,420 m), Kunzum Pass (4,500 m), the infamous Killar Road, Golden Temple in Amritsar, Dharamshala (seat of the Dalai Lama)
Tour Guide From arrival to departure, the entire tour is accompanied and supported by an experienced local, English-speaking guide. Our tour guides ride their own motorcycles and are much more than just road captains — they ensure smooth logistics, share local knowledge, and take care of the group throughout the journey.
Extras Local mechanic in the support vehicle, also available as a backup rider if needed
Important A visa for India is required and must be applied for online in advance from home. Asia Bike Tours offers a visa service. Simply send us a short email with the subject “India Visa Service”

ITinerary

Day Description
Day 1 After arriving in Delhi, we’ll be picked up at the airport. In the morning, we take the train to Amb and then continue to Garli/Pragpur. A lovely hotel awaits, perfect for relaxing and recovering from the journey.
Day 2 We ride through the green Himalayas to Bir, India’s paragliding hotspot. A gentle start to the adventure, passing rice fields and the rolling hills of the Kangra Valley.
Day 3 On quiet, little-traveled roads, we pass through remote valleys and villages to the Tirthan Valley. Overnight in a charming heritage cottage by the Tirthan River, surrounded by apple orchards.
Day 4 We climb a spectacular narrow mountain road to the Jalori Pass at 3,200 meters and continue along steep slopes to Sarahan. The highlight is the Bhimakali Temple, sacred to both Buddhists and Hindus, standing proudly over the valley. On clear days, the view stretches to several 6,000-meter peaks.
Day 5 We start early along the old India-Tibet Highway, with stunning views of Kinnaur Kailash (6,032 m). Following the Sutlej Gorge, we gradually leave the Hindu cultural landscape behind and enter a Tibetan-like world. Our destination is the small, traditional village of Nako.
Day 6 A short ride takes us to the Tibetan-style village of Tabo. Here we visit the famous monastery with unique 9th-century artwork. Founded by the scholar Rinchen Zangpo, it is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 7 Today we explore the Spiti Valley, with optional detours into side valleys. We arrive in Kaza in time to enjoy a relaxed afternoon in the hotel garden.
Day 8 The day is all about Spiti’s monasteries. We visit selected monasteries at a relaxed pace and stroll through local villages. In the evening, we drive to Kibber, one of the highest human settlements in the world.
Day 9 We continue on gravel roads through the Spiti Valley into a rugged, high-altitude landscape. Our destination is Chandertal Lake, around 4,000 meters up. Overnight in a simple tented camp with beds right by the lake. This day also serves as a buffer for any weather delays and for further acclimatization.
Day 10 We set off early for a varied and spectacular day, first crossing the Kunzum-La Pass at 4,550 meters, then riding through the stunning Rohtang region, and finally passing through the semi-arid Lahaul Valley, before arriving at a comfortable hotel in Keylong.
Day 11 Today’s ride takes us through dramatic landscapes into another adventure. We stop at the traditional Triloknath Temple, then continue past Udaipur on an exciting off-road stretch. This part of the journey takes us into one of the most remote regions of the Indian Himalayas.
Day 12 We ride along one of the region’s — and possibly the world’s — most spectacular roads, long considered the “most dangerous road in the world,” but now much safer. It’s a full day of riding with incredible views, optional for those seeking more adventure. Those preferring a slower pace can relax at the guesthouse.
Day 13 The Sach Pass is one of the trip’s unforgettable highlights—not because of its height, but for the breathtaking variety of landscapes and the striking contrast between the two sides of the mountains it links.
Day 14 We cross the scenic Jot Pass through the Chamba Valley on our way to Dharamshala — a beautiful and varied ride over a classic Himalayan pass.
Day 15 A leisurely day to relax and take in the surroundings, with time for shopping, gentle walks, and a visit to our home base. Dharamshala, at the heart of India’s Tibetan exile community and home to the Tibetan government-in-exile, provides the perfect ending to our journey.
Day 16 In the morning, we drive to Amritsar. The day is calm, allowing time to settle in before visiting the magnificent Golden Temple — the spiritual and cultural heart of the Sikh community — in the evening.
Day 17 Transfer to the airport for a short domestic flight from Amritsar to Delhi, from where we board our international flight, leaving with a pocket full of cherished memories from this unforgettable journey.

Dates & RATES

September 22, 2027
October 8, 2027
17 days

Rider: 3.780 €

Pillion-Rider 3.250€

‍Single Room Supplement: 490€

The roads on this tour are a dream for passionate motorcyclists, often located on absurdly steep slopes and almost always with a breathtaking panorama. Meant for more experienced riders.

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Deposit: €300 on booking (€400 if a domestic flight is included), balance due 6 weeks before the tour starts. Cancellation fees: up to 60 days before departure 30%, 60–30 days 50%, 30–15 days 80%, after that 100%. Full details in our Terms & Conditions.

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What people are saying

Cher Shankar.
J'ai le plaisir de te dire que mon voyage au Népal a été un vrai régal. C'est vrai que tout était fait pour avoir un beau voyage à moto enfield. La météo nous a été favorable, les lieux que tu as choisi pour nous héberger sont accueillants et propre et partout la nourriture est merveilleusement présentées et colorées, on y mange tellement bien.
Les routes sont comme je le recherchai terribles et caillouteuses. Les changements paysages et de climats sont grandioses, quel beau souvenir.
Ce voyage sans toi n'aurai pas eu la même saveur. Tu es joyeux et communicatif. Tu nous emmène dans des endroits encore authentiques vers une population accueillante. Chaque matin on pouvait t'entendre nous décrire le déroulement de la journée avec carte géographique. Aux arrêts tu as souvent une anecdote ou une histoire pour compléter ce qu'on regarde. Le soir aussi tu as de quoi nous en apprendre plus sur ce pays le Népal. Mon voyage prochain sera aussi avec toi en 2025. A bientôt

2025-02-06

Dear Heinrich.

A happy New year.
Last year I tried Edelweise Bike-Tour in NZ.
And Japanese one in Spain&Portugal.
I realized your tour is the best.
I hope everything is fine with you.

Kazuo Yamashita

2012-10-01

Dearest Heinrich:
Steve and I wanted to “THANK YOU” for such a wonderful trip through Shangri-La, China! We had such an incredible time – our heads are still spinning from all of the wonderful culture we experienced. As I mentioned to you many times, I only wish we would have had helmet cameras to capture all of the sights, sounds, animals and cultural dress we saw as we traveled through all of the different villages. It was a once in a lifetime experience and you and your crew made the trip so easy – we could have never experienced that on our own. All of the stories about your travels were so interesting and your knowledge of the area was very captivating. You are PERFECT at what you do. It’s very clear you love your job or can you even call it a job? We really enjoyed the fact you were right with us on the whole trip from breakfast to late evenings sharing a glass of wine.
We watched “Seven Years in Tibet” (as you recommended) and that kind of put it all together about the Tibetan culture and what happened to them. They are such a happy, warm group of people. I feel like we saw terrain from the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia to the Rocky Mountains in Colorado to Baja Mexico. The bikes were perfect for the trip. Being on a dirt bike made it a lot easier navigating on some of the roads.
I only hope we can make it on another one of your trips in the near future – we would love to go to India. It says a lot for your business when you have repeat customers come back and do other trips as well. You are always welcome to come visit us in California – we could do our own little trip through Baja.
We wish you all the best in your travels! If ever you write a book – please put us on the list. I believe this was the best way to see the country – on the freedom of a motorcycle.
THANK YOU FOR AN ADVENTURE OF A LIFETIME……..
Sincerely,

Shelly & Steve Morefield
shelly & steve, L.A

2011-08-26