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Destination Spiti

Winter Spiti

Trip Duration
7 Days 6 Nights
📍
Pickup & Drop
Delhi–Delhi
🎒
Trip Category
Backpacking Trips

🛏️ Stay
🔥 Bonfire
🚐 Transfers
🍽️ Meals
🗺️ Explorations
Starting Price
₹20,000
Per Person on Triple Sharing Occupancy


Overview

Spiti Valley in November

In November, Spiti valley welcomes intrepid souls with its snow capped landscapes and crisp mountain air. The temperature gradually decreases across the spectrum, reaching approximately −6ºC to −23ºC. Despite the cold, the allure of solitude and stunning vistas beckons adventurous explorers to embrace the magic of Spiti valley in its winter cloak.

Spiti Valley in December

In December, Spiti Valley transforms into a winter wonderland, the frozen river and snow-clad mountain providing breathtaking views to the travelers with the temperature varying within the range of −13ºC to −27ºC.

Spiti Valley in January

During January, winters can be harsh in Spiti Valley with heavy snowfall. The temperature reaches as low as −17ºC to −26ºC. Sometimes it frequently stays below the freezing point.

Spiti Valley in February

Spiti Valley in February continues to experience severe winter conditions with temperature varying within the range of approximately −15ºC to −24ºC.

Best places to visit in Spiti Valley Winter Trip

Komic: Join Go4Explore for Winter Spiti Valley adventure packages and explore the world’s mightiest village at 18,000 feet. Dine in style at the world’s highest restaurant while admiring stunning snow-capped mountains.

Hikkim: Visit the world’s highest post office and soak in views at 4,400 meters. Hikkim offers peace and a cool breeze through the Lahaul region.

Langza: Known as the Fossil Village of Spiti, Langza is rich with ancient marine fossils and home to a giant Buddha statue overlooking the valley.

Key Monastery: The oldest monastery in Spiti, famous for its unique architecture and serene hilltop location.

Dhankar Monastery: A vital Buddhist site, famous for the Vairochana statue and its cliffside perch above the valley.

Chicham Bridge: Asia’s highest bridge at 13,596 ft, linking Chicham and Kibber villages. Incredible winter views!

Top things to do in Winter Spiti Valley Trip

  • The Monasteries: Visit temples and monasteries when it’s quieter and spiritually vibrant.
  • Spotting a Snow Leopard: Rare chance to witness this elusive cat in its natural habitat.
  • Taking part in Local Festivals: Engage with local traditions and winter-exclusive festivals.
  • Fossil Hunting: Langza and Hikkim are treasure troves of ancient fossils — unique souvenirs!

Things to carry in Spiti Valley Winter Trip

Important Documents: Carry all essential documents including IDs, travel insurance, and medical papers at all times.

Clothing: Layered warm clothing is essential as weather changes quickly in the valley.

Footwear: Waterproof boots are highly recommended for snow and rocky terrain. Lightweight shoes work at campsites.

Medicines: Carry basic high-altitude meds like Diamox, Camphor, Paracetamol, Digene, and Eno.

Cash (according to your needs): Network coverage is poor. Always carry sufficient cash.

Power Bank: Electricity may be limited, so keep backup charging options.

Navigation Equipment: Compass, offline maps, or GPS are recommended in remote routes.

Explore our Spiti Valley Tour packages from different Indian cities: Spiti Valley Tour Packages, Spiti Valley Bike Trip, Spiti Valley Circuit Tour, Hampta Pass Trek, Kedarkantha Trek Package, Valley of Flowers Trek.

Itinerary

Day 0 – Delhi to Shimla | Overnight Journey
Overnight journey from Delhi to Shimla.
Day 1 – Drive from Shimla to Sarahan | Bhimakali Temple
Visit Bhimakali Temple en route to Sarahan.
Day 2 – Drive from Sarahan to Chitkul | Explore Chitkul
Explore the beautiful village of Chitkul.
Day 3 – Chitkul to Tabo | Khab Sangam, Nako & Gue | Tabo Arrival
Drive through Khab Sangam, Nako & Gue. Arrive at Tabo.
Day 4 – Tabo to Kaza | Explore Dhankar, Langza, Komic & Hikkim
Sightseeing at Dhankar, Langza, Komic & Hikkim.
Day 5 – Key Monastery, Chicham & Kibber | Kaza Chill Scenes
Visit Key Monastery, Chicham & Kibber. Relax in Kaza.
Day 6 – Drive from Kaza to Kalpa | Explore Kalpa
Drive to Kalpa and explore the area.
Day 7 – Drive from Kalpa to Shimla | Depart For Delhi
Return drive to Shimla and depart for Delhi.
Day 8 – Delhi Arrival | Trip Ends
Arrive in Delhi. Trip concludes.


Inclusions


  • ✅ Transportation: Tempo Traveler / AC Bus from Gurugram to Gurugram.
  • ✅ 2 Nights Accommodation on Sharing Basis: Hotel.
  • ✅ 4 Meals: 2 Dinners & 2 Breakfasts, starting from Dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 3.
  • ✅ All local explorations as per itinerary: City Palace, Jagdish Temple, Karni Mata Temple, Fatesagar Lake, Saheliyon Ki Bari, Lake Pichola, Gangaur Ghat, Bagore Ki Haveli, and Kumbhalgarh Fort.
  • ✅ Experienced and cool Trip Captain.
  • ✅ Driver allowances, toll taxes, parking, and state road taxes.

Exclusions


  • ❌ Any extra meals and stay arrangements apart from the ones mentioned under inclusions as per the itinerary.
  • ❌ At the time of stays, heater charges are extra and needs to be paid directly to the host.
  • ❌ Travel Insurance, items of a personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry etc.
  • ❌ Any entry fees, extra expenses for optional activities or tickets, unless quoted in Inclusions.
  • ❌ Cost of snow-chained or 4*4 Vehicle if needed due to heavy snowfall.
  • ❌ Any other costing involved due to circumstances like natural calamity, weather conditions, riots, roadblocks, landslides or any other forced circumstances which are out of our control.
  • ❌ Anything which is not mentioned in the above inclusions.
  • ❌ GST (5%) is applicable extra.

Things To Pack


  • Good quality rucksack (preferably 40–60 liters) & a small day bag pack (for hikes/treks purpose) with rain-cover is recommended, easy to carry trolley bag.
  • A pair of shoes (mainly trekking/sports) with good grip & waterproof, at least 2 pairs of socks & floaters/sandals/slippers.
  • Heavy down jacket, light fleece, long track/cargo pants, long/short sleeves T-shirts, body thermal wears (as per season), sun cap/hat, woolen cap & gloves (as per season), hoodie, raincoats/ponchos.
  • Personal care items like cold cream & moisturiser, sunscreen (preferably SPF40), lip balm, sanitary pads, toothpaste & other toiletries, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, body spray.
  • Personal medication (as prescribed by the doctor) & first-aid, sprain relief spray, glucose powder, tablets for headache, fever, diarrhea, motion sickness, dettol & cotton/bandages.
  • Personal documents & ID's like aadhar card, drivers license, passport or any other valid Government ID proofs.
  • Sunglasses, charger, power bank, quick dry towel, adequate amount of cash, quick snacks/dry fruits/energy bars, trash & waterproof laundry bags, re-usable water bottle.