Winter Escape: Spiti Valley
A winter Himalayan journey through Kinnaur and Spiti Valley from Delhi, covering the Hindustan-Tibet Highway, Chitkul, Kalpa, Nako, Tabo, Dhankar, Key Monastery, Kibber, Chicham Bridge and Langza.
- 6N/7D
- Delhi
- moderate
- Domestic
About this trip
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the beautiful landscapes of Kinnaur and Spiti Valley, where snow-capped peaks, ancient monasteries, and charming Himalayan villages create a truly memorable adventure. Travel from Shimla along the legendary Hindustan-Tibet Highway to Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibet border, and admire the stunning views of Kalpa and the Kinner Kailash range. Continue into Spiti via Ka Loops and Nako, explore Tabo, Dhankar, and Key Monasteries, and visit the high-altitude villages of Hikkim, Komik, and Langza.
How the 6N/7D actually goes
Day 0: Delhi to Shimla - Overnight Journey
Overnight journey, reporting 7:00 pm, departure 10:00 pm from ISBT Kashmiri Gate.
Day 1: Arrival in Shimla - Drive to Chitkul/Sangla
Drive along Hindustan-Tibet Highway via Kufri, Narkanda, Kinnaur Gate. Overnight Chitkul/Sangla.
Day 2: Roghi Village - Kinnaur Kailash Viewpoint - Kalpa
Drive to Kalpa via Roghi Cliff Point and Kinnaur Kailash Viewpoint. Overnight Kalpa.
Day 3: Ka Loops - Nako Village - Tabo Monastery - Kaza
Drive through Ka Loops to Nako, enter Spiti via Sumdo, visit Tabo Monastery. Overnight Kaza.
Day 4: Key Monastery - Kibber Village - Chicham Bridge - Langza Village
Explore Key Monastery, Kibber Village, Chicham Bridge, Langza Village. Overnight Kaza.
Day 5: Dhankar Monastery - Spiti-Pin River Confluence Viewpoint - Return to Kalpa
Return journey via Dhankar Monastery and confluence viewpoint. Overnight Kalpa.
Day 6: Kalpa to Shimla - Overnight to Delhi
Drive to Shimla through apple orchards, board overnight Volvo to Delhi.
Day 7: Arrival in Delhi
Arrive Delhi, tour concludes.
What's covered
- AC Volvo transfers from Delhi to Shimla and Shimla to Delhi
- All ground transportation and sightseeing from Shimla to Shimla by AC Tempo Traveller or SUV (depending on group size), as per the itinerary
- Accommodation in cozy, well-rated Hotels, Homestays & Swiss Camps on triple/quad sharing basis, as per the itinerary
- Meals - Breakfast on Day 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6
- Meals - Dinner on Day 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5
- A trip captain throughout the tour
- Driver bata, toll, tax, and permit charges
- Basic first aid kit
- A trip full of unforgettable experiences and memories
- Early check-in at the hotel (subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed)
- Any personal expenses
- Additional accommodation or food costs due to travel delays
- Lunch and other meals not mentioned in the package inclusions
- Additional costs due to flight/train cancellations, landslides, roadblocks, or other natural calamities
- Adventure activities self-sponsored unless specified
- Any other services not specified in the inclusions
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