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Spiti Valley Winter Escape

7 nights / 8 days · Winter expedition & customisable

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Spiti Valley Winter Escape
7N / 8DDelhi to DelhiVolvo + private vehicleCouples, friends, families & small groups

Overview

Experience the magical winter landscapes of Spiti Valley on a scenic journey through Shimla and Kinnaur. Travel through snow-covered mountain villages, explore ancient monasteries and experience the unique beauty of Spiti in its winter setting.

This winter circuit follows the Shimla–Kinnaur route, making it suitable for a winter Spiti itinerary when the Manali–Kunzum route is generally closed.

Route: Delhi → Shimla → Sarahan → Chitkul → Tabo → Kaza → Kalpa → Shimla → Delhi

Route Summary: Delhi → Shimla → Sarahan → Chitkul → Khab → Nako → Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza → Key Monastery → Langza → Hikkim → Komic → Kalpa → Shimla → Delhi

Experience Highlights: Snow-Covered Villages • Chitkul • Khab Sangam • Nako • Tabo Monastery • Dhankar • Kaza • Key Monastery • Langza • Hikkim • Komic • Kalpa

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Itinerary

Day 00 — Delhi → Shimla | Overnight Volvo Journey

Report at the Volvo boarding point in Delhi.

Board the overnight Volvo bus towards Shimla.

Enjoy the overnight journey through the night.

Overnight: Volvo Bus

Day 01 — Shimla → Kufri → Sarahan

Morning arrival in Shimla and meet the private vehicle.

Drive towards Kufri and take a short stop to experience the winter scenery and, subject to snowfall, enjoy the snow-covered surroundings.

Continue towards Sarahan via Rampur and Narkanda.

Reach Sarahan and check in at the hotel.

Visit Bhimakali Temple and spend the evening at leisure.

Overnight: Sarahan

Day 02 — Sarahan → Chitkul

Breakfast at the hotel and check out from Sarahan.

Begin the drive towards Sangla Valley through the scenic roads of Kinnaur.

Continue towards Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border.

On arrival, explore Chitkul village, including the local temple and surrounding winter landscapes.

Spend the evening at leisure in Chitkul.

Overnight: Chitkul

Day 03 — Chitkul → Khab → Nako → Tabo

Breakfast at the hotel and check out from Chitkul.

Begin the drive towards Tabo through the Kinnaur–Spiti route.

Stop at Khab Sangam, where the Spiti and Sutlej Rivers meet.

Continue the journey towards Nako and visit Nako Lake before heading towards Tabo.

Proceed towards Tabo through the changing landscapes of Spiti.

Reach Tabo, check in at the hotel and relax.

Overnight: Tabo

Note: Winter travel on this route is subject to snowfall and road conditions.

Day 04 — Tabo → Dhankar → Kaza

Breakfast at the hotel and check out from Tabo.

Visit Tabo Monastery before starting the journey towards Kaza.

Continue towards Dhankar and visit the historic Dhankar Monastery.

Proceed towards Kaza through the scenic Spiti Valley.

Reach Kaza, check in at the hotel and relax.

Evening at leisure to explore Kaza Market and nearby local cafés.

Overnight: Kaza

Day 05 — Kaza Local Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel and begin the day's sightseeing.

Visit Key Monastery and continue towards Kibber Village.

Stop at Chicham Bridge and enjoy the spectacular views of the Spiti Valley.

Continue to Langza, known for its giant Buddha statue and panoramic mountain views.

Visit Hikkim, home to the world's highest post office.

Continue to Komic, one of the highest motorable villages in the world.

Return to Kaza by evening.

Evening at leisure for self-exploration of Kaza Market and local cafés.

Overnight: Kaza

Day 06 — Kaza → Kalpa

Breakfast at the hotel and check out from Kaza.

Begin the return journey towards Kalpa through Nako and Kinnaur.

Continue through the scenic mountain roads, with changing landscapes from Spiti to Kinnaur.

Reach Kalpa and check in at the hotel.

Evening at leisure to explore the surroundings and enjoy the views of Kinnaur Kailash.

Overnight: Kalpa

Note: Travel time may vary depending on snowfall, road and weather conditions.

Day 07 — Kalpa → Shimla → Delhi

Breakfast at the hotel and check out from Kalpa.

Begin the drive towards Shimla through the scenic mountain roads of Kinnaur and Himachal.

Reach Shimla by evening, subject to road and weather conditions.

Proceed to the Volvo boarding point and board the overnight bus to Delhi.

Overnight: Volvo Bus

Arrival: Delhi the next morning.

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • Delhi → Shimla Volvo bus ticket
  • Shimla → Delhi Volvo bus ticket
  • Private vehicle for the complete hill journey from Shimla to Shimla
  • Accommodation in selected hotels / homestays
  • Daily breakfast
  • Accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis
  • Driver allowance
  • Fuel expenses
  • Parking charges
  • Toll and applicable road taxes
  • Sightseeing and transfers mentioned in the itinerary
  • Applicable hotel taxes

Not included

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry fees and monument charges
  • Adventure activities
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional sightseeing not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Additional vehicle usage beyond the planned itinerary
  • Expenses arising due to road closures, snowfall, weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances
  • Anything not specifically mentioned under inclusions

Accommodation

Comfortable accommodation in selected hotels / homestays along the route, based on the selected package and availability.

Stay: 1 Night in Sarahan + 1 Night in Chitkul + 1 Night in Tabo + 2 Nights in Kaza + 1 Night in Kalpa
Room Category: As per selected package (twin/triple sharing)
Meal Plan: Breakfast

Hotel category and room type can be customised according to your preferred budget and requirements.

Important notes

  • This is a winter high-altitude itinerary and involves long mountain drives.
  • Spiti can experience severe winter conditions, with temperatures dropping well below freezing.
  • The itinerary follows the Shimla–Kinnaur route for both entry and exit.
  • The Manali–Kaza/Kunzum route is not included in this winter itinerary because it generally remains closed during the winter months.
  • Sightseeing at Langza, Hikkim, Komic and other high-altitude locations is subject to road accessibility and local conditions.
  • Exact travel times may vary due to snowfall, road conditions and weather.
  • The itinerary may be modified if required for safety or operational reasons.
  • Guests should carry heavy woollens, thermal layers, waterproof shoes, gloves, caps and other winter essentials.
  • Accommodation and local facilities in remote areas may be basic during the winter season.
  • Mobile connectivity can be limited in parts of Spiti.
  • Foreign travellers entering through the Shimla–Kinnaur route may require applicable Inner Line Permits.
  • Winter road conditions can change quickly; final sightseeing and route decisions will depend on the prevailing local conditions.

Terms & conditions

  • 40% advance payment is required to confirm the booking..
  • A further 30% payment must be made at least 15 days before departure.
  • The remaining 30% balance payment must be cleared at least 48 hours before the tour starts.
  • For bookings made within 15 days of departure, the payment schedule will be communicated and confirmed at the time of booking, based on the travel dates and applicable booking requirements.
  • For bookings made within 48 hours of departure, full payment is required before booking confirmation, subject to availability.
  • Hotel/resort and room category will be provided as mentioned in the confirmed booking. If unavailable, a similar-category alternative may be offered.
  • Any upgrade, additional sightseeing or extra service requested after confirmation will be charged separately.
  • Package prices may vary depending on travel dates, hotel availability, vehicle category and seasonal demand until the booking is confirmed.
  • Any applicable taxes or additional charges not included in the confirmed package price will be communicated to the traveller before booking confirmation.
  • No refund will ordinarily be provided for services or sightseeing voluntarily skipped by the traveller, subject to applicable law.
  • The itinerary may change due to weather, road conditions, traffic, local restrictions or other unforeseen circumstances.
  • Travellers must follow hotel rules, transport instructions and local authority regulations.
  • Travellers are responsible for their personal belongings. Trivanta Tours is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings, except where required by applicable law.
  • Travellers may be required to present a valid government-issued photo ID during the trip or at hotel check-in.
  • Any damage caused by the traveller to hotel property, vehicles or other facilities may be charged separately.

Cancellation policy

  • 30 days or more before departure:** 10% of the total confirmed package cost will be charged as a cancellation fee.
  • 15–29 days before departure:** 25% of the total confirmed package cost will be charged as a cancellation fee.
  • 7–14 days before departure:** 50% of the total confirmed package cost will be charged as a cancellation fee.
  • Within 6 days of departure:** Cancellation charges may be up to 100% of the total confirmed package cost, depending on the confirmed booking terms and applicable non-refundable charges.
  • No-show or cancellation after the trip has started: Refunds for unused services will generally not be available, subject to applicable law and confirmed booking terms.
  • Peak-season, special-offer and non-refundable bookings may have different cancellation terms. These will be communicated before booking confirmation.
  • Any applicable non-refundable charges paid to hotels, cab operators or other service providers will be considered while calculating the final cancellation amount. The same expense will not be deducted twice.
  • Cancellation requests must be submitted through Trivanta Tours official WhatsApp number or email address.

Refund policy

  • Eligible refunds will be processed after applicable cancellation charges and non-refundable costs are finalized.
  • Refunds will be made through the original payment method wherever possible.
  • Eligible refunds will generally be processed within 7-10 working days after the final refundable amount is confirmed.
  • Payment gateway or bank charges may be deducted where applicable, permitted and disclosed before booking.
  • No refund will ordinarily be provided for services voluntarily skipped by the traveller, subject to applicable law and confirmed booking terms.
  • Any additional expenses arising from severe weather, road closures or government restrictions will be handled according to the confirmed booking terms and applicable law.

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Disclaimer

Travel plans and itineraries may be subject to change due to weather conditions, road conditions, traffic, government restrictions, local regulations or other unforeseen circumstances.

Hotel, transportation and other services are subject to availability and may be replaced with similar-category alternatives when necessary.

Trivanta Tours is not responsible for delays, cancellations or changes caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

Travellers are responsible for their personal belongings and for following applicable hotel, transport and local authority rules.

Any additional costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances, route changes, additional services or traveller-requested changes will be payable by the traveller.

Information, photographs and descriptions displayed on the website are for general reference and may vary depending on actual conditions and service availability.

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