Stories
Himalayan stories,
guides & road notes.
Honest planning guides and stories from Spiti and Kinnaur — written by the people who run these routes every season.
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Planning17 July 2026 4 min readHow to Reach Kalpa — Routes from Shimla, Chandigarh & DelhiThere's no airport or railway anywhere near Kinnaur — here's the full road route to Kalpa, distances, and what the drive actually involves.Read story 
Destinations17 July 2026 4 min readThings to Do in Kalpa — Kinner Kailash, Roghi Village & MoreFrom sunrise over Kinner Kailash to a walk through old Kalpa's wood-and-stone lanes — here's how to fill your time in this Kinnaur village.Read story
Planning17 July 2026 3 min readBest Time to Visit Kalpa — A Season-by-Season GuideApple blossoms, monsoon risk, golden autumn, or a snowbound New Year's Eve — here's how to pick the right season for your Kalpa trip.Read story 
Travel Guide17 July 2026 4 min readKalpa Travel Guide 2026 — Kinnaur's Most Scenic Himalayan VillageOld apple orchards, wood-and-stone houses, and the Kinner Kailash range filling the sky — everything you need to plan a trip to Kalpa.Read story 
Travel Guide20 February 2026 12 min readSpiti Valley Travel Guide 2026 — Everything You Need to KnowFrom ancient monasteries to the highest post office in the world — your definitive guide to planning the perfect Spiti Valley trip.Read story 
Planning15 February 2026 8 min readBest Time to Visit Spiti Valley — A Month-by-Month GuideSummer or winter? Monsoon or autumn? Here's everything you need to know about choosing the perfect season for your Spiti Valley adventure.Read story 
Destinations10 February 2026 10 min readChandratal Lake — The Moon Lake of Spiti ValleyEverything about reaching, camping at, and experiencing the ethereal beauty of Chandratal Lake at 4,300 meters in the Himalayas.Read story 
Hotels5 February 2026 7 min readTop Luxury Hotels in Spiti Valley & Kinnaur — Where to StayFrom boutique stays in Kaza to heritage properties in Kalpa — discover the best luxury hotels across Spiti Valley and Kinnaur.Read story
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