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Spiti Winter Circuit
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Spiti Winter Circuit

Experience the wonders of Spiti Valley on this curated 8 Days / 7 Nights journey starting from Shimla. Planned and executed by certified local travel experts.

8 Days / 7 Nights
Starts from Shimla
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From β‚Ή27,999 / person
Trip Overview Detailed Itinerary Inclusions & Exclusions Hotels & Stays Book & Enquire
Duration 8D / 7N
Pickup & Drop Shimla
Best Season June to Oct (Summer), Dec to Feb (Winter Circuit)
Meal Plan Breakfast & Dinner
Vehicle Type Private AC Cab / SUV

Trip Highlights & Overview

100% Customized Tour

The Spiti Winter Circuit offers an authentic travel experience crafted for discerning travellers who want to soak in the beauty, culture, and adventure of Spiti Valley without any logistics hassle. Starting directly from Shimla, you will travel in a private, comfortable vehicle accompanied by an experienced local driver-guide.

Key Experiences Included

Winter snow leopard belt
Key Monastery
Hikkim highest post office
Homestay nights

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary

8 Days & 7 Nights Plan

Every day is thoughtfully planned with scheduled morning, afternoon, and evening experiences to ensure you see the best landmarks without feeling rushed. Timings and activities are customizable to your preference.

DAY 01 Arrival & Welcome to Spiti Valley

Arrival at Shimla & Welcome to Spiti Valley

πŸ“ Pickup from Shimla (Airport / Station) 🍽️ Dinner Included 🏨 Spiti Valley Heritage / Luxury Stay
Shimla to Sarahan, evening at Bhimakali Temple

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Upon your arrival at Shimla, meet and greet our dedicated driver and trip coordinator holding your personalized welcome placard.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Board your private sanitized vehicle and begin your scenic transfer into Spiti Valley. Check in to your hotel/resort, unpack, and relax with welcome drinks.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Spend a relaxing evening exploring nearby streets, bustling local bazaars, or scenic viewpoints. Savor a delicious multi-course welcome dinner at the hotel.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Keep photo ID proofs and digital booking vouchers handy for swift hotel check-in. Rest well to get acclimatized.
Stay: Spiti Valley Heritage / Luxury Stay
Meals: Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 02 Hindustan-Tibet Road & Historic Temples

Sarahan to Chitkul via Sangla

πŸ“ 175 km | ~6 hrs scenic drive via Sutlej Valley 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Sarahan Heritage Hotel
Sarahan to Chitkul via Sangla, the last village

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Depart from Shimla early morning along the iconic Hindustan-Tibet Highway. Drive past the dense pine woods of Kufri, Fagu, and apple orchards of Narkanda.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Descend into the Sutlej valley through Rampur Bushahr. Ascend to the peaceful village of Sarahan (7,050 ft), once the summer capital of Bushahr kingdom.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Attend the sacred evening Aarti at the 800-year-old Bhimakali Temple, an architectural marvel in timber and stone with views of Shrikhand Mahadev.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Photography is restricted inside the inner sanctum of Bhimakali Temple; deposit leather items at the counter.
Stay: Sarahan Heritage Hotel
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 03 Sacred Kinner Kailash Views & Apple Orchards

Chitkul to Kalpa with Kinner Kailash views

πŸ“ 70 km | ~2.5 hrs uphill drive 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Kalpa Kinnaur Valley Resort
Chitkul to Kalpa with Kinner Kailash views

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Drive from Sangla/Chitkul towards Reckong Peo and ascend to Kalpa (9,711 ft), a tranquil village famous for apple orchards and wooden architecture.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Visit Roghi Village known for its steep cliffside drop (Suicide Point) and traditional Kinnauri lifestyle. Explore the ancient Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar monastery.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Witness the unforgettable sunset as the evening sunlight turns the holy Kinner Kailash peak (6,050 m) into fiery gold and crimson hues directly visible from your room balcony.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Keep your camera ready during golden hour between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM for the most iconic Kinner Kailash photographs.
Stay: Kalpa Kinnaur Valley Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 04 Ancient Monasteries & Nako Sacred Lake

Kalpa to Nako and Tabo

πŸ“ 150 km | ~5 hrs through Cold Desert terrain 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Tabo Heritage Homestay / Guest House
Kalpa to Nako and Tabo, monastery visit

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Drive past Khab confluence where Spiti and Sutlej rivers meet. Ascend to Nako village (12,014 ft) and take a walk around the sacred willow-fringed Nako Lake.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Cross Chango checkpost to enter Spiti. Arrive at Tabo (10,760 ft) to explore the 1,027-year-old Tabo Monastery, revered as the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas'.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Admire the priceless 10th-century murals, stucco statues, and ancient scriptures preserved in mud-brick chambers. Enjoy a hot local Spitian dinner.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Tabo monastery is an active prayer sanctuary; silence is observed inside the historic halls.
Stay: Tabo Heritage Homestay / Guest House
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 05 Ancient Monasteries & Nako Sacred Lake

Tabo to Kaza via Dhankar and Pin Valley

πŸ“ 150 km | ~5 hrs through Cold Desert terrain 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Tabo Heritage Homestay / Guest House
Tabo to Kaza via Dhankar and Pin Valley

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Drive past Khab confluence where Spiti and Sutlej rivers meet. Ascend to Nako village (12,014 ft) and take a walk around the sacred willow-fringed Nako Lake.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Cross Chango checkpost to enter Spiti. Arrive at Tabo (10,760 ft) to explore the 1,027-year-old Tabo Monastery, revered as the 'Ajanta of the Himalayas'.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Admire the priceless 10th-century murals, stucco statues, and ancient scriptures preserved in mud-brick chambers. Enjoy a hot local Spitian dinner.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Tabo monastery is an active prayer sanctuary; silence is observed inside the historic halls.
Stay: Tabo Heritage Homestay / Guest House
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 06 World's Highest Villages & Key Monastery

Kaza

πŸ“ 65 km high-altitude day circuit around Kaza 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Kaza Premium Mountain Resort
Kaza – Key, Kibber, Langza, Komic and Hikkim

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Visit Key Monastery (13,668 ft), the largest and most dramatic monastery in Spiti. Interact with monks and enjoy panoramic views of the Spiti River below.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Cross the iconic Chicham Bridge (Asia's highest suspension bridge). Drive up to Hikkim (14,567 ft) to post a postcard from the World's Highest Post Office.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Drive to Komic (15,027 ft), the world's highest village connected by road, and stop at Langza to admire the giant golden Buddha overlooking the snow peaks.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Carry cash for postcards and stamps at Hikkim post office. Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Stay: Kaza Premium Mountain Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 07 Sacred Kinner Kailash Views & Apple Orchards

Kaza to Kalpa

πŸ“ 70 km | ~2.5 hrs uphill drive 🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner Included 🏨 Kalpa Kinnaur Valley Resort
Kaza to Kalpa

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Drive from Sangla/Chitkul towards Reckong Peo and ascend to Kalpa (9,711 ft), a tranquil village famous for apple orchards and wooden architecture.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Visit Roghi Village known for its steep cliffside drop (Suicide Point) and traditional Kinnauri lifestyle. Explore the ancient Hu-Bu-Lan-Kar monastery.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Witness the unforgettable sunset as the evening sunlight turns the holy Kinner Kailash peak (6,050 m) into fiery gold and crimson hues directly visible from your room balcony.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Keep your camera ready during golden hour between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM for the most iconic Kinner Kailash photographs.
Stay: Kalpa Kinnaur Valley Resort
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle
DAY 08 Farewell & Return Transfer

Departure Transfer back to Shimla

πŸ“ Transfer back to Shimla 🍽️ Breakfast Included 🏨 Homebound Journey
Kalpa to Shimla

πŸŒ… Morning Schedule: Begin your final day with a leisurely breakfast at the hotel while soaking in the last panoramic views. Complete checkout formalities at your ease.

β˜€οΈ Afternoon Exploration: Embark on your return transfer towards Shimla. Make brief stops at local craft emporiums or organic spice/tea stalls for souvenirs if time permits.

πŸŒ™ Evening & Night: Our private chauffeur drops you at Shimla (Airport / Railway Station / Bus Stand) well in time for your onward journey, concluding your memorable holiday with Travel Tribes.

πŸ’‘ Local Pro Tip: Double-check your luggage and hotel safe for chargers, IDs, and personal valuables before departure.
Stay: Homebound Journey
Meals: Breakfast Included
Transport: Dedicated private vehicle

What’s Included & Excluded

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What is Included

  • 7 Nights accommodation in handpicked, verified 3β˜… / 4β˜… hotels or luxury camps
  • Daily delicious buffet breakfast & dinner at all hotel stays
  • Dedicated private vehicle (Sedan / SUV / Tempo) throughout the trip including all toll taxes, state permits, and parking charges
  • Pickup and drop-off transfers directly from Shimla (Airport / Railway Station)
  • All inner line permits, environmental fees, and green cess where applicable
  • 24x7 Dedicated trip manager on WhatsApp & Call from our Shimla HQ
  • Driver allowances, fuel charges, night halts, and local guide assistance

What is Excluded

  • Airfare or Train tickets to and from Shimla (can be booked on request)
  • Personal expenses like laundry, telephone calls, room heater charges, or mini-bar usage
  • Entry tickets to monuments, museums, optional adventure sports (Rafting, Paragliding, Scuba, etc.)
  • Lunches, snacks, and alcoholic beverages not specified in the meal plan
  • Mandatory GST (5%) applied on the final invoice
  • Anything not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions list

Accommodation & Stays

Verified Properties

We inspect every property personally to ensure high cleanliness, scenic views, hot water supply, and warm hospitality. You can choose from our standard, deluxe, or luxury hotel tiers.

Standard Tier

Comfort 3β˜… Hotels & Homestays

Clean, cozy rooms with mountain or garden views, attached private bathrooms, hot running water, and wholesome home-cooked meals.

Free Wi-FiHot WaterAttached BathRoom Service
Most Popular

Deluxe 4β˜… Hotels & Boutique Resorts

Spacious rooms with private balconies, premium bedding, central heating/AC, multicuisine restaurant, and scenic valley/sea views.

Balcony ViewHeated / ACBuffet MealsTea/Coffee Maker
Luxury Tier

5β˜… Luxury Resorts & Private Villas

Top-tier luxury properties, heritage palaces, private pool villas, butler services, heated indoor pools, and gourmet dining.

Infinity PoolSpa & WellnessGourmet DiningButler Service

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this itinerary be customized?

Yes, absolutely. We can add or remove days, upgrade hotels, change pickup locations, or include special experiences (e.g. candlelit dinner, adventure sports, photographer) according to your preferences.

What is the booking and payment policy?

You can confirm your trip with a 25% advance token payment. The remaining balance can be settled 7 days prior to departure or on arrival as per the agreed schedule. We issue official GST receipts for all payments.

Will we have a private vehicle or shared transport?

All our trips are 100% private. The vehicle assigned will be exclusively for you and your family/group from start to finish.

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