Winter Spiti Expedition | 7N8D | Ex-Delhi/Chandigarh

Overview

The Winter Spiti Expedition (7 Nights / 8 Days) is one of the most iconic Himalayan road trips from Delhi and Chandigarh, designed for travellers seeking adventure, raw landscapes, and high-altitude exploration. This Spiti Valley winter trip takes you through snow-covered mountain passes, frozen rivers, ancient monasteries, and some of the most remote villages in India.

Starting via Shimla and entering the stark white desert terrain of Spiti, this winter expedition offers a dramatic contrast of pine forests, icy roads, and vast Himalayan panoramas. From sending a postcard at the world’s highest post office in Hikkim to crossing the breathtaking Chicham Bridge — Asia’s highest suspension bridge — every day feels like stepping into a living postcard.

Spiti in winter transforms into a surreal frozen world. Expect crisp mornings, star-filled night skies, warm local hospitality, and unforgettable snowy landscapes across Kaza, Key Monastery, Dhankar, and Tabo. Designed as a fixed departure Spiti winter tour package from Delhi and Chandigarh, this expedition includes experienced trip captains, winter-ready vehicles, curated stays, and seamless on-ground coordination.

If you are searching for a Spiti Valley winter road trip that combines adventure, culture, photography, and extreme Himalayan beauty — this Winter Spiti Expedition is the ultimate mountain journey.

Trip Highlights

• Complete winter circuit through Spiti Valley via Shimla

• Explore ancient monasteries: Tabo, Dhankar, Key, and Gue

• Visit high-altitude villages: Komic, Hikkim, Langza, and Kibber

• Experience the winter charm of Kaza, Spiti’s cultural capital

• Cross the breathtaking Chicham Bridge, Asia’s highest suspension bridge

• Send a postcard from the world’s highest post office (Hikkim)

• Snow-covered landscapes, frozen rivers & dramatic mountain roads

• Stargazing under crystal-clear Himalayan night skies

• Curated stays, expert trip captains & winter-ready vehicles

Best Time to Visit Spiti (Winter Expedition)

December to March – Ideal for winter expeditions and snow experiences

Expect snow-covered landscapes, frozen waterfalls, and clear blue skies

Perfect for adventure lovers, photographers, and extreme winter explorers

Road conditions can be challenging — recommended only with experienced operators

Why Travel with TripsZo?

Safety-first approach for extreme Himalayan conditions

Knowledgeable local guides and experienced trip captains

Winter-equipped vehicles and trained drivers

Hygienic and comfortable hotels and homestays

Emergency support and on-trip assistance

Transparent pricing and secure payment options

Seamless itinerary planning with government guideline compliance

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Itinerary

Day 0: Delhi → Shimla (Overnight Journey)

1. Assemble at the designated boarding point in Delhi.
2. Meet your trip captain and fellow travelers.
3. Board the evening Volvo/AC bus to Shimla and begin your journey into the mountains.

Day 1: Shimla → Sangla

1. Arrive in Shimla, freshen up, and shift into tempo travellers.
2. Drive through Kufri and Narkanda, enjoying views of snow-dusted valleys.
3. Reach Sangla by evening.
4. Dinner & overnight stay.

Day 2: Sangla → Chitkul → Tabo

1. After breakfast, visit Chitkul, the last Indian village.
2. Later, drive along the Spiti River towards Tabo, surrounded by dramatic winter landscapes.
3. Reach Tabo by evening. Dinner & stay.

Day 3: Tabo → Dhankar → Gue → Kaza

1. Explore the thousand-year-old Tabo Monastery, then visit Gue Monastery and the cliffside Dhankar Monastery.
2. Reach Kaza by evening.
3. Dinner & stay in Kaza.

Day 4: Kaza → Hikkim → Komic → Langza → Kaza

1. A high-altitude sightseeing day:
2. Hikkim – world’s highest post office
3. Komic – one of the highest motorable villages
4. Langza – fossil valley with a giant Buddha statue
5. Return to Kaza for dinner & overnight stay.

Day 5: Kaza → Key Monastery → Kibber → Chicham Bridge → Kaza

1. Visit the iconic Key Monastery, explore Kibber Village, and walk across the majestic Chicham Bridge.
2. Return to Kaza. Dinner & stay.

Day 6: Kaza → Giu → Nako → Kalpa

1. Drive towards Kalpa, with a stop at Giu Village to see the naturally preserved 500-year-old mummy.
2. Continue via Nako top for Himalayan views.
3. Reach Kalpa and stay overnight.

Day 7: Kalpa → Shimla → Delhi

1. Wake up to views of the Kinner Kailash range.
2. Visit the famous Suicide Point.
3. Drive back to Shimla and board the bus to Delhi.
4. Arrive the next morning with unforgettable winter memories.

Day 8: Arrival in Delhi (Trip Ends)

1. Reach Delhi early in the morning with loads of memories.

Inclusions

✔ 6 nights’ accommodation

✔ 1N Sangla

✔ 1N Kalpa

✔ 1N Tabo

✔ 3N Kaza

✔ Transportation: Delhi–Delhi

✔ Meals : 6 breakfasts & 6 dinners

✔ Hot water facility wherever available

✔ Trip Captain throughout the journey

✔ All inner-line permits

✔ Local sightseeing as per the itinerary

Exclusions

❌ Travel/medical insurance

❌ 5% GST

❌ Lunches & personal meals

❌ Entry fees, parking charges

❌ Any medical emergency, evacuation, or hospitalization

❌ Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Things To Pack

1. Heavy winter jacket (−10°C rated)
2. Thermals (upper & lower)
3. Woolen socks, gloves, muffler
4. Good quality trekking/insulated shoes
5. Sunscreen, lip balm, moisturizer
6. Water bottle & personal medication
7. Power bank (cold drains batteries fast)