Overview

Embark on one of India’s most iconic winter road trips—an unforgettable journey through the frozen landscapes of Spiti Valley. This 6-night, 7-day expedition takes you from Shimla’s pine-scented slopes to the stark white deserts of Spiti, where ancient monasteries, remote villages, and dramatic high-altitude passes create a world unlike anywhere else.

From sending a postcard at the world’s highest post office to crossing Asia’s highest bridge, every moment in Spiti feels like stepping into a living postcard. Expect crisp winter mornings, star-filled night skies, warm local hospitality, and surreal snowy panoramas as you travel through the valley’s most treasured locations.

Perfect for travellers seeking adventure, culture, photography, and the raw beauty of Himalayan winters.

Trip Highlights

1. Complete winter circuit through Spiti Valley via Shimla.
2. Explore ancient Tibetan-Buddhist monasteries: Tabo, Dhankar, Key, and Gue.
3. Visit high-altitude villages: Komic, Hikkim, Langza, and Kibber.
4. Experience the winter charm of Kaza, Spiti’s cultural capital.
5. Cross the breathtaking Chicham Bridge, Asia’s highest bridge.
6. Enjoy curated stays, expert trip captains, winter-ready vehicles & local experiences.
7. Night skies perfect for stargazing and astrophotography.

Best Time to Visit Spiti (Winter Expedition)

1. December to March – Perfect for winter expeditions
2. Expect snow-covered landscapes, frozen rivers, and clear skies
3. Ideal for adventure lovers, photographers, and winter explorers
4. Roads may be challenging—recommended only with trusted operators like TripsZo

Why Travel with TripsZo?

✓ Safety-first approach for extreme Himalayan conditions

✓ Easy & secure payment options

✓ Knowledgeable local guides & experienced trip captains

✓ Hygienic, comfortable hotels & homestays

✓ Sanitized cabs/travellers

✓ Emergency support & assistance

✓ Seamless itinerary planning & government guideline compliance

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

1. 6 nights’ accommodation
2. 1N Sangla
3. 1N Kalpa
4. 1N Tabo
5. 3N Kaza
6. Transportation: Delhi–Delhi
7. Meals : 6 breakfasts & 6 dinners
8. Hot water facility wherever available
9. Trip Captain throughout the journey
10. All permits
11. Local sightseeing as per the itinerary

Exclusions

1. Travel/medical insurance
2. 5% GST
3. Lunches & personal meals
4. Entry fees, parking charges
5. Any medical emergency, evacuation, or hospitalization
6. 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)