I visited Spiti Valley, Himachal Pradesh in India for 5 days from Delhi by my motorcycle, Royal Enfield Interceptor 650.
Day 1: Delhi - Shimle - Narakanda - Sarahan
Day 2: Sarahan - Reckon Peo - Tabo
Day 3: Tabo - Kaza - Key - Dhankhar
Day 4: Dhankhar - Nako - Theong
Day 5: Theong - Delhi
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This video shows the first day of my trip from Delhi to Sarahan.
Delhi to Chandigarh: 260 km - 4 hours
Chandigarh to Shimla: 95 km - 2.5 hours
Shimla to Narkanda: 62 km - 2 hours
Narkanda to Sarahan: 94 km - 2.5 hours
I started from Delhi at around 05:30 in the morning. The ride from Delhi to Chandigarh is not particularly interesting, so I aimed to reach Chandigarh as early as possible before it got too hot. The road from Delhi to Chandigarh is very good, allowing me to travel quickly at around 100 km/h.
After Chandigarh, the Himalayan Expressway begins, leading to Shimla. This part of the journey is a delight for motorcycle riders. The road conditions are excellent, and traffic is light, making for an enjoyable ride on winding roads.
I didn’t spend much time in Shimla because I wanted to cover as much distance as possible during the day. However, the area offers beautiful views and a pleasant climate. Narkanda, the highest point of the day, is situated at an elevation of 2,708 meters on the Hindustan-Tibet Road (NH 5) in Himachal Pradesh.
After passing Narkanda, the road descends towards the Sutlej River. The Sutlej River is the longest of the five tributaries of the Indus River, giving the Punjab region (meaning “Five Rivers”) its name. The river originates in southwestern Tibet at an elevation above 4,600 meters and flows through Himachal Pradesh and Punjab before entering Pakistan.
After riding for an hour along the Sutlej River, I arrived in Sarahan, where I stayed overnight. Sarahan is a small town in Himachal Pradesh, home to the Bhimakali Temple, which is located at an elevation of 2,160 meters.
Enjoy my video!!