Hampta Pass

Drive:

Distance: 2 hours, 42 km
Altitude: 9,800 feet
Start your journey with a scenic drive from Manali to Jobra. The drive passes through pine forests, apple orchards, and small villages.
Trek:

Trek Distance: 2 km
Duration: 1-2 hours
Altitude: 10,100 feet
From Jobra, begin your trek to Chika. The trek is relatively easy and follows a well-marked trail along the Rani Nallah stream. You will pass through lush green meadows, thick forests of maple, birch, and deodar, and small waterfalls.
Camp: Set up your camp at Chika, surrounded by stunning mountains and the sound of the flowing river.

Trek:
Trek Distance: 6 km
Duration: 4-5 hours
Altitude: 11,900 feet
Start early to trek from Chika to Balu Ka Ghera. The trail gradually ascends and takes you through a wide valley. You'll encounter several small streams and rocky patches along the way.
Scenic Highlights: Enjoy views of the Dhauladhar range, snow-capped peaks, and lush green meadows. Balu Ka Ghera is named after the sand (Balu) deposits found here.
Camp: Set up camp at Balu Ka Ghera, a large flat area with views of the surrounding peaks.

Balu ka Ghera to Hampta Pass (14,100 ft) and descend to Shea Goru (12,900 ft)
Trek Distance: 9 km, 7-8 hours
Trek Highlights:
The most challenging day with a steep climb to Hampta Pass.
Cross the Hampta Pass with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks.
Descend into the Spiti Valley to reach the Shea Goru campsite, nestled between mountains and by the river.

Shea Goru to Chatru (11,000 ft)
Trek Distance: 7 km, 4-5 hours
Trek Highlights:
A gradual descent through the rocky terrain of the Spiti side.
Views of the stark landscape of Spiti Valley.
Arrive at Chatru, where the trek ends.
Depending on the itinerary, a drive to Chandratal Lake (optional, weather permitting).

Drive Distance: 85 km, 5-6 hours
Trek Highlights:
Drive from Chatru to Manali via the iconic Rohtang Pass.
Optional visit to Chandratal Lake before heading back to Manali (if not visited on Day 4).
Return to Manali, concluding the trek.