About Winter Spiti Drive
Winter in Spiti Valley offers a surreal experience, with snow-covered landscapes, pristine surroundings, and a sense of tranquility that is hard to find elsewhere. From quaint villages to ancient monasteries, this journey takes you to the heart of Himachal Pradesh's winter wonderland. Get ready for thrilling 4x4 driving expeditions across icy, snow-clad terrains, where adventure meets serenity.
Brace yourself for an extraordinary expedition through snowbound roads, navigating steep mountain passes, and crossing remote, winter-covered hamlets. With each twist and turn, you’ll witness the untouched beauty of the valley, ensuring a lifetime of memories and unparalleled adventure in the embrace of nature's best.
Highlights of the Winter Spiti Drive
- Experience the magical charm of snow-clad Spiti Valley, perfect for 4x4 snow drives.
- Visit ancient monasteries like Key and Tabo, steeped in rich heritage, surrounded by serene snow landscapes.
- Explore Kaza, the cultural and administrative hub of Spiti, as you drive through high-altitude roads.
- Discover the unique high-altitude villages of Langza, Hikkim, and Komic while driving across challenging snow-covered terrains.
- Capture the surreal beauty of Spiti's vast white landscapes as you navigate through pristine wilderness.
- Indulge in cozy homestays and savor authentic Himachali cuisine, a rewarding experience after a day of snowy 4x4 expeditions.
Itinerary
• Drive through the scenic Shimla hills up to Narkanda
• Check in to your comfortable accommodation.
• Evenings to relish with good food, good music and good vibes.
After breakfast depart from Narkanda for Sangla.
Lunch enroute.
Drive along Sutlej and Baspa rivers
Reach Sangla valley and check in to your comfortable stay.
Start the day at ease as today we head to Chitkul.
After breakfast drive towards the last village of Baspa valley towards Tibet.
On arrival in Chitkul, spend the day exploring the village, local temple, Baspa riverbed and local cafe.
Head back to Sangla for night stay.
After breakfast depart for Tabo.
Stop at Khab Bridge to see the confluence of Sutlej and Spiti River
Lunch at Nako.
On arrival, check in to the finest Home stay at Tabo.
After breakfast we visit Tabo Monastery to get a glimpse of Spitian and Buddhist history, heritage and culture.
We start our journey towards Kaza.
Drive up to Dhankar village and Monastery to see the confluence of Spiti and Pin River
Reach Kaza after noon and check in to your stay.
Evening dedicated to exploring Kaza town.
After breakfast depart for the circuit.
Reach Langza and explore the area around the Buddha statue.
Head out to visit Hikkim – the highest post office in the world.
Visit the iconic Kee Monastery built in the 11th century.
Head over to Chicham Khas, Asia's highest suspension bridge.
Evening to relish in Kaza.
• After breakfast drive from Kaza to Kalpa, tracing our path back
along the rivers of Spiti and Sutlej.
• Visit the famous Gue Monastery, and witness the 500 yr old 'mummy' of a buddhist monk.
• On arrival at Kalpa, check in to your warm rooms facing the mystic view of snow-laden Kinner Kailash Ranges.
Shimla during winter remain covered in snow, giving the landmarks a unique appearance as compared to any other time of the year. It transforms into a true winter wonderland.
Drive along Sutlej to head back to Shimla hills.
Lunch enroute.
Enjoy the mesmerizing views of the snow covered valley as you reach the capital.
Check into your cozy stay.
Evening to leisure at Mall road.
• All travelers will be dropped in Chandigarh at locations convenient to them.
Inclusions
- All Accommodation
- Sanitized transport from Chandigarh to Chandigarh
- Meals – Breakfast and Dinner
- All tolls, Permits, parking
- Driver allowances and stay
- Coordination and management fees
- Taxes included
- Advanced snow driving gears
- Good vibes!
Exclusions
- Any Air/ Train / bus fare which has not been mentioned
- Any personal shopping of any type
- Any other meals / snacks during the journey etc. which have not been mentioned above
- Any alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks
- Anything which has not been included above
Cancellation Policy
- If cancelled within 7 days – Full Retention.
- If cancelled within 20 days – 25 percent of the total cost.
- Full refund if cancelled before 20 days.