Winter Spiti Expedition Tour Package
Package Overview
Experience the ultimate thrill of the Himalayas with our 8-day Magical Winter Spiti Expedition Tour Package. When winter sets in, Spiti Valley transforms into a surreal, pristine white wonderland. Because the high-altitude passes from Manali are buried under snow, this specialized winter itinerary takes you safely through the all-weather Hindustan-Tibet highway via Kinnaur. You will witness the frozen beauty of the Baspa River in Chitkul, marvel at the 500-year-old monk mummy in Giu, and explore the ancient, snow-draped Tabo and Key Monasteries. You will even mail a letter from the world's highest post office in Hikkim amidst sub-zero temperatures. The journey concludes with magnificent views of the Kinner Kailash peaks from Kalpa and a relaxing evening on the famous Ridge in Shimla. Complete with private cab transfers, cozy homestays, and daily meals, this is a bucket-list adventure for true winter explorers.
Day-by-Day Tour Itinerary
What's Included & Excluded
- Pick-up and Drop-off from Chandigarh or Delhi Airport/Railway Station by a private cab.
- 01 Night of comfortable hotel accommodation in Narkanda.
- 01 Night of comfortable hotel/homestay accommodation in Chitkul or Sangla.
- 01 Night of comfortable homestay accommodation in Tabo or Nako.
- 02 Nights of comfortable homestay accommodation in Kaza.
- 01 Night of comfortable hotel accommodation in Kalpa.
- 01 Night of comfortable hotel accommodation in Shimla.
- 07 Morning Breakfasts and 07 Dinners provided at your respective stays.
- All intercity transfers and Spiti Valley sightseeing by a dedicated private vehicle.
- Driver allowances, all Toll Taxes, State Taxes, Parking Charges, and Fuel Costs are inclusive.
- Train or flight tickets to reach Delhi or Chandigarh.
- Lunches or any extra meals, snacks, and beverages purchased during the long mountain drives.
- Cost of portable room heaters (usually available at an extra per-night charge directly at homestays).
- Entry tickets to monasteries, museums, or local monuments.
- Any cost arising due to natural calamities like blizzards, landslides, road blocks, or heavy snowfall.
- Personal expenses such as oxygen cylinders, extreme winter gear rentals, laundry, tips
Essential Travel Notes
A Winter Spiti expedition is a hardcore adventure, and travelers must be prepared for extreme sub-zero temperatures (dropping to -15°C or lower). During the winter months in Kaza and Tabo, the water in the pipelines freezes completely; therefore, running water in bathrooms will not be available. Accommodations will provide hot water in buckets, and you will experience traditional, eco-friendly dry compost toilets. All accommodations provided will be basic, highly authentic local homestays or guesthouses, as luxury hotels shut down for the winter. Because the Kunzum Pass and Rohtang Pass are closed due to heavy snow, the Spiti circuit cannot be completed via Manali; this tour routes you back through Kinnaur and Shimla. Heavy thermals, minus-degree jackets, insulated snow boots, and sunglasses (to prevent snow blindness) are absolutely mandatory. All guests must carry a valid, original government-issued photo ID for border security checks.
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