Spiti Valley Winter Expeditions
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Overview
A drive through Spiti is like a roller coaster that excites you at every turn, pumps your adrenaline, but satisfies your need for a thrill in every way, leaving you in its awe. And this winter tour to Spiti will take you on an adventure like never before through barren cold desert now drapped into a sheet of white snow that looks just like a winter wonderland from a fairytale.
As you drive deeper into the rugged landscape, the Spiti valley unfolds itself with its vibrant monasteries, snow-clad mountains, small hamlets, glittery lakes, and the views that were only on your Instagram feed. From getting goosebumps while looking at the 500 years old self mummified body of a Buddhist monk at Gue to feeling the chills as you look down upon a tiny truck from Asia’s highest suspended Chicham bridge, this land of myths and mysteries is bound to satisfy your adventurous soul in every way and give you a ton of memories to treasure for life.
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Departure from Delhi to Shimla | A Beautiful Town Encapsulated by Magical Misty Hills
Day 2: Shimla to Chitkul | Drive to the last inhabited village on Indo -Tibetan border
Day 3: Chitkul To Tabo Via Nako Lake, Spin the 500 Year Old Prayer Wheel Made of Yak Skin at Nako
Day 4: Tabo to Kaza and Local Sightseeing | Walk the Artistically Painted Rooms at Key Monastery
Day 5: Sightseeing in Kaza | Send out Postcards Stamped at the Top of the World
Day 6: Visit the Asia's highest suspension bridge and Monasteries
Day 7: Kaza to Kalpa via Gue Monastery | Spot the Sacred Shivling Rock Atop the Kailash Mountain
Day 8: Kalpa to Delhi via Shimla | Take back memories from the enchanting Spiti Valley
Inclusion
- Stay on a double and triple sharing basis in hygienic and sanitized hotels / camps
- Buffet breakfast and dinner on all days (12 Meals)
- First Aid kit and Oxygen cylinder
- Highly-Experienced driver cum guide
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Comfortable and hygienic vehicle for sightseeing on all days as per the itinerary.
- Delhi - Shimla - Delhi Transfers from Volvo Buses
Exclusion
- 5% GST will be applicable
- Lunch or Meals During Travel
- Heater charges
- Charges for adventure activities
- Monument & museum entry fee, guide fee, camera fee, horse rides, rafting.
- Extra personal costs e.g. laundry, telephone, tips, extra food, Lunch, Drinks, Cigarettes, Mineral water etc.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head “Prices included”
- Medical insurance, medical costs or expenses of any other nature not mentioned in the inclusions above.
Tour Plan
Day 1: Departure from Delhi to Shimla | A Beautiful Town Encapsulated by Magical Misty Hills
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Once you reach Delhi, you will have to proceed towards your boarding point of an AC Volvo Bus for the overnight journey from Delhi to Shimla.
Day 2: Shimla to Chitkul | Drive to the last inhabited village on Indo -Tibetan border
• Wake up in the morning and have a hearty breakfast.
• Start off this adventurous expedition to Spiti after a short briefing about the tour, post breakfast.
• Hit the roads and begin your transfer from Shimla to Chitkul.
• Pass through the popular towns of Sarahan and Rampur Bushahr to enter the spectacular Kinnaur valley.
• Travel along the Sutlej river till Karcham from where you will take a right turn towards Chitkul following the Baspa river.
• Chitkul is the last inhabited village before the Indo-China border and here you can also visit the famous ‘Hindustan ka Akhri Dhaba’ for an amazing meal.
• Overnight stay and dinner at hotel/homestay in Chitkul.
Day 3: Chitkul to Tabo | Spin the 500 Year Old Prayer Wheel Made of Yak Skin at Nako
• After early morning breakfast, you will be leaving for Tabo passing through the beautiful Kinnaur Valley.
• Take the Indo-Tibet Highway and pass through the Khab bridge that marks the confluence of Spiti and the Satluj River.
• The road will further lead you to Nako, the last hamlet of the Kinnaur district.
• Take a break at Nako to see the beautiful Nako Monastery, situated by the beautiful Nako Lake.
• Spend some time soaking in the spiritual vibes as you walk through the hallways of the monastery adorned with colorful paintings and a collection of scriptures (Kangyur) that have direct teachings of Lord Buddha.
• Later, sit leisurely by the Nako Lake and witness a change in shades of the lake water as the sun sets behind the mighty mountains.
• Upon reaching Tabo complete the check-in formalities and rest leisure for the day.
• Dinner and Overnight stay at Homestay.
Day 4: Tabo To Kaza Via Pin Valley National Park and Dhankar Gompa
• After early morning breakfast, you will be leaving for Kaza passing through the beautiful Spiti River.
• On your way take a small detour towards the left to visit the tiny hamlet of Dhankar and stop by the majestic fort monastery at Dhankar that is situated amongst the rocky spurs and is said to be 1000 years old.
• During this Excursion, you will be confronted to Pin Valley National Park, a house to wonderful vendure of the high Himalayas.
• Dinner and Overnight stay at Kaza.
Day 5: Sightseeing in Kaza | Send out Postcards Stamped at the Top of the World
• Enjoy a hearty breakfast before you drive to some of the highest inhabited regions of the world.
• First, you will be visiting the highest village in Asia, Komik, which literally translates to ‘eye of a snow cock’.
• You will then proceed to Hikkim for a visit to the world’s highest post office in the world and if possible, you may even meet the postmaster and hear his stories.
• After sending out a postcard, you will be driving to Langza, a village that is home to the ancient Lang Temple which is estimated to be around 1000 years old.
• Overnight stay in Kaza.
Day 6: Kaza - Key - Kibber - Chicham | Visit the Asia's highest suspension bridge and Monasteries
• Enjoy a hearty breakfast before drive to explore Key Monastery situated on top of a hill
• Post that drive towards kibber village. It is the base for visitors to the Kibber Wildlife Sanctuary, home to about 30 snow leopards.
• You will then start your journey further towards chicham bridge, known as the Asia's highest suspension bridge and gives you the experience of surreal views.
• Dinner and Overnight stay at homestay
Day 7: Kaza to Kalpa via Gue Monastery | Spot the Sacred Shivling Rock Atop the Kailash Mountain
• After a delicious breakfast, you will be retracing your path towards Kalpa in Kinnaur Valley.
• Hit the roads and just as you cross Sumdo you will be entering the Spiti Valley.
• Just 3 Km after Sumdo, take a detour on the right through the gate to visit the 500-Year-Old Mummy in the Gue Village.
• You will then start your journey further leaving behind Spiti Valley and at Powari take a right towards ReoKong Peo, which is the main town of Kinnaur district from where you will proceed to Kalpa.
• Spend the night in the beautiful Kalpa village overlooking the Kinnaur Kailash mountains.
• Overnight stay at camp/homestay in Kalpa
Day 8 : Kalpa to Delhi via Shimla | Take back memories from the enchanting Spiti Valley
• Post breakfast at the hotel, you will head towards Shimla, known as the fruit bowl of Himachal Pradesh.
• Travel through the slithering roads following the Satluj and passing the rich Deodhar forests to reach Shimla.
• Upon reaching Shimla rest in the comfort of modern civilization, with a bag of delightful memories and exciting stories.
• Conclude the tour as you get dropped at Shimla Bus Stop where you will be boarding an AC Volvo Bus back to Delhi.
Trip Terminates here with lifetime memories!
Calendar & Prices
Important Information
Things To Carry
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A rucksack bag and a day pack with min. 50-60ltr. storage
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Heavy windproof down jacket
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2 - 3 pairs of inner warmers / thermals
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3 pairs of comfortable cotton pants /comfortable jeans
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Reliable waterproof hiking / sports shoes with a good grip
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2-3 pairs of woolen socks
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Gloves 1-2 pairs of woolen gloves
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UV resistant sunglasses to protect the eyes intense sunlight reflection off the snow
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Woolen Monkey cap / Beanie, Woolen Mufflers / Scarves/ Sun cap.
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An extra pair of shoes
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Sunscreen
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Personal medicines & One strip of Diamox
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1 Water bottle
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Flashlight
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Power banks.
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Lip Guard
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Inhalers (If you suffer from asthma)
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JIO Prepaid / Postpaid SIM Card
Package Cost Per Person
Triple Occupancy (6N/7D) : Rs. 17,000/-
Double Occupancy (6N/7D) : Rs. 19,000/-
Departures & Key Points
- Duration : 6N/7D
- Start and End City : Delhi
- Transportation : Toyota Innova, Tata sumo and Tempo travellers
- Stay : Camps, homestays and hotels
- Departure : Every Saturday (October - May)
Key Points:-
Trip Duration: 6N/7D
Route : Delhi - Shimla - Chitkul - Tabo - Kaza - Langza - Hikkim - Komic - Key - Chicham - Kalpa - Delhi
Transportation: Toyota Innova & Tempo Traveller's
Stay: Hotel & Home stays
Start & End Point: Delhi
Confirmation Policy
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The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking
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In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
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Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.
Payment Options
UPI: TrippersExperiences@icici
Bank details:
Account Number: 113205001072
Account Holder's Name: TRIPPERS EXPERIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED
Contact: 8826962256
IfSC Code: ICIC0001132
Cancellation & Refund Policy
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If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 25% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
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In case of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions, certain activities may be cancelled and in such cases the operator will try his best to provide an alternate feasible activity. However no refund will be provided for the same.
Refund Policy
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The applicable refund amount will be processed within 10 business days.
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