Key Gompa (Kye Monastery) is Spiti's largest and most photographed monastery — a fort-like structure stacked on a conical hill above the Spiti river. Founded in 11th century, hosts ~250 monks. 12 km from Kaza.
One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.
| From | Distance | Time | Sedan | SUV | Innova | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasol | 113 km | 4 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Manali | 120 km | 4 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Kullu | 144 km | 5 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Mandi | 188 km | 7 hrs | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 | Details |
| Shimla | 239 km | 9 hrs | ₹4,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,400 | Details |
| Dharamshala | 246 km | 9 hrs | ₹4,200 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,500 | Details |
| Chandigarh | 325 km | 12 hrs | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,300 | Details |
| Delhi | 646 km | 23 hrs | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,600 | Details |
Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.
Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.
High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.