Spiti Valley in Winters starts from the month of November to April, where the temperature in Spiti drops to even -30 degree Celsius. The best way to reach winter Spiti is via Manali or Shimla and the best time to visit Spiti is during the month of March as the weather conditions become favorable.

Spiti Valley in Winters is one of the most recommended trips in the catalog. Additionally, it can be spotted as a top priority on almost every traveler’s bucket list.

Lately, Spiti has risen from a land separating Tibet and Himachal Pradesh to a major tourist attraction. Moreover, Spiti Valley is famous for majorly three things namely its natural beauty, the Monastries, and wonderful people.

The Chorten at Tabo monastery in Spiti valley can be easily spotted in every Spiti Youtube Video ever made. So that should be one of the places you need to add to your itinerary.

Along with that, there are numerous places making Spiti Valley a perfect place for every kind of traveler. It's a great space for Instaholics and photographers as you have enormous opportunities for taking good clicks.

Apart from Spiti being famous as a travel destination, it has another side which is historically rich. Starting from being attacked by neighboring kingdoms to getting invaded by Ghulam Khan and Rahim Khan’s army. Finally, getting into the hands of East India Company in 1846, Spiti has seen a lot.

Best time to visit Spiti Valley during winters is from March to May due to accessible roads, nice weather, and more. But you may have seen adrenaline junkies wandering through Spiti all around the year. During this period of time, the weather in Spiti is favorable for travelers. This is why one can have a full-fledged experience of Spiti Valley.

The highest point for Spiti Valley lies at 12,500 feet above sea level. But most tourists prefer to take a ropeway from Kibber to Chichum to enjoy the view from the top. Buddhist influence is quite evident in the valley. This is why you might come across tons of Mani stones, Buddhist relics, and more.

There are several ways of traveling to the Spiti Valley such as bike trips, a road trip to Spiti. But you can opt for your own vehicle and even try hitchhiking if you’re that type of traveler.

There are only two ways to reach Spiti Valley either via the Manali or Shimla route. But the route from Shimla is preferred by most even though it is the longer one. The reason being that it has a better natural view along the road. Most travelers also prefer to visit Delhi first and then go out to reach Spiti Valley from Delhi.

On a side note, there are several facts about Spiti Winter which are quite amusing. Even after being cut off from the hustle-bustle of the world, Spiti still maintains a literacy rate of 76.80%. The valley is mostly a no-network zone but people still are serious about their education.

The reasons you need to check out the Spiti Valley Tour or Spiti Valley in Winter 2020 are far more than many. But if you still got doubts then we'll clear them up on your next trip to Spiti Valley with JustWravel.

Highlights of the Spiti Winter Tour

One of the best offbeat destinations in India.

Highly influenced by Buddhism.

Hundred Years Old Mummy present at Gue Monastery.

Indo-Pak border nearby.

Dankar Monastery in Spiti is the oldest of its kind in India.

Flaura and Fauna at Pin-Valley.

Abundant offroading locations.

Peaceful Chandra Tal Lake.

World's highest post office in Hikkim.

Highest motorable road village, Komic.

Presence of fossils in Langza.

Tabo Monastery is also an added attraction.

Itinerary (Delhi to Delhi)

1st Day : Delhi to Shimla | Overnight Journey

• The group assembles at the pick-up point by 09:00 PM.
• We'll meet the team captains and a small tour briefing would also be provided.
• After which, we’ll head out on an overnight journey to Shimla.
• *The pick up point would be RK Ashram or Majnu Ka Tila (tentative).

2nd Day : Shimla to Chitkul/Sangla (225 Kilometers, 9 Hours Drive)

• Early morning, we’ll arrive in Shimla.
• We’ll be changing our transportation from bus to Tempo Traveller at this point and will head out for Chitkul/Sangla.
• We’ll reach Chitkul/Sangla by evening.
• Finally, we’ll end the day with some group bonding exercises followed by dinner.
• Overnight stay in Chitkul/Sangla,

3rd Day : Chitkul/Sangla to Kalpa (50 Kilometers, 3 Hours Drive)

• Breakfast will be served in the morning.
• Post breakfast, we’ll leave for Kalpa.
• Midway, we’ll make a stoppage at Reckong Peo town. Additionally, if the weather is clear then you might catch a glimpse of Kinner Kailash Peak.
• On reaching Kalpa, we’ll head out for Kalpa Monastery and Suicide Point. 
• Post-check-in, dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay in Kalpa.

4th Day : Kalpa to Nako (100 Kilometers, 5 Hours Drive)

• Post breakfast, we’ll continue our journey towards Nako, which is our next pit stop.
• Midway, we’ll be making a stoppage at Khab (Confluence of Sutlej and Spiti river).
• On arriving at Nako, we’ll head out for Nako lake and the Nako Monastery.
• Post-check-in, dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Nako.

5th Day : Nako to Kaza (110 Kilometers, 5 Hours Drive)

• Breakfast will be served in the morning.
• After which, we’ll start our journey towards the headquarters of Spiti, Kaza.
• Midway, we’ll make a stoppage at 1021-year-old Tabo Monastery followed by *Gue Monastery and Dhankar Monastery.
• We’ll reach Kaza before evening.
• Post-check-in, you’re free to explore the town and the rest of the day is at leisure.
• Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay in Kaza.

6th Day : Spiti Sightseeing Day (Komic, Hikkim, Langza)

• Post breakfast, we’ll head out for Key Monastery followed by Chicham Bridge (Asia’s Highest Bridge).
• Later in the day, we will visit Hikkim (the highest post office in the world).
• After that, we’ll move towards Komic village (one of the highest villages in the world at 4600 meters connected by a motorable road ).
• We’ll be visiting Langza next (the most beautiful village in Spiti valley and has the famous Buddha statue and also known as the Fossil village due to the presence of fossils abundance).
• Finally, we’ll head back to Kaza.
• After reaching our hotel/homestay, dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Kaza.

7th Day : Kaza to Kalpa (200 Kilometers, 7 Hours Drive)

• Breakfast will be served.
• After that, we will head back to Kalpa.
• We’ll reach Kalpa in the evening and the day might feel a little longer.
• Post-check-in, dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay in Kalpa.

8th Day : Kalpa to Shimla (222 Kilometers, 8 Hours Drive)

• Post breakfast, we will start out for Shimla.
• On reaching Shimla, we will board an overnight bus towards Delhi.

9th Day : Delhi Arrival | Tour Ends

• We’ll reach Delhi early in the morning.
• End of Winter Spiti Road Trip.

Inclusions

Transporation in Tempo Traveller from Shimla to Shimla.

Bus tickets from Delhi to Shimla and return.

Accommodations on sharing basis as per itinerary.

Meal Plan: MAP (Breakfast+ Dinner, Starting from Day 02 Dinner till Day 08 Breakfast)

Trip Lead will be present at all times during the tour.

Mechanical Support

All permits Required

First Aid Kits

Oxygen Cylinders

Infrared Thermometer

Oximeter

Exclusions

Early check-in at the hotel.

Any additional expenses such as of personal nature.

Additional accommodation/food costs incurred due to any delay travel.

Any lunch and other meals not mentioned in Package Inclusions.

Any Airfare / Rail fare other than what is mentioned in “Inclusions” or any type of transportation.

Parking and monument entry fees during sightseeing.

Additional Costs due to Flight Cancellations, Landslides, Roadblocks, and other natural calamities.

Any other services not specified above in inclusions.

Cancellation Policy

No cancellations will be taken over the call or WhatsApp message. Please reply to the email of the payment receipt that you have received at the time of booking regarding the cancellation.

Free Cancellation up to 60 days before the departure date (Booking amount is non-refundable)

If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund within 59 days to 45 days of the Departure Date then only 10% of the total trip cost (calculated after subtracting the booking amount) along with the booking amount (non-refundable) will be charged as a cancellation fee and remaining sum would be refunded.

If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund within 44 Days to 30 Days of the Departure Date then only 25% of the total trip cost (calculated after subtracting the booking amount) along with the booking amount (non-refundable) will be charged as a cancellation fee and remaining sum would be refunded.

If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund within 29 Days to 15 Days of the Departure Date then only 50% of the total trip cost (calculated after subtracting the booking amount) along with the booking amount (non-refundable) will be charged as a cancellation fee and remaining sum would be refunded.

If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund within15 Days to 8 Days of the Departure Date then only 75% of the total trip cost (calculated after subtracting the booking amount) along with the booking amount (non-refundable) will be charged as a cancellation fee and remaining sum would be refunded.

If you're canceling the trip and opting for a refund within 7 Days from the Departure Date then 100% of the total trip cost (calculated after subtracting the booking amount) along with the booking amount (non-refundable) will be charged as a cancellation fee and remaining sum would be refunded.

You are not applicable for a refund if you fail to show up on the day of departure under the given timeline that has been provided to you beforehand. 

There would be no refund provided in case there occur some problems due to government orders, harsh weather conditions, protests, landslides, or any other unforeseen circumstances. On the occasion of any such happenings, we have a backup plan ready most of the time and we'll be moving onto that. There are times when we would have to cancel some activities mentioned in the itinerary but it's only due to the reason that we would be bound by a circumstance that is not in our control.

If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.) then the participants would be provided with a travel voucher for the same amount that can be used within 365 days of the issuance date for any package worth the same amount.

If a trek/trip has to be aborted midway due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). In that case, no refund would be provided.

JustWravel will not bear any extra expense due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.).

Cancellations policy differs for popular destinations and also during peak season, kindly confirm with your operator once.

Things To Pack

Rucksack (60 Liters+)

Daypack

Backpack Rain Cover

Suncap

Woolen Cap

UV Protected Sunglasses

Inner Thermals (2 pairs)

Comfortable Pants (Prefer Cargo/Trek Pants )

Fleece Jacket

Warm Jacket

Down Jacket /Main Jacket

Raincoat/Poncho

Gloves

Socks (2 Woolen/2 Cotton)

Undergarments

Slippers

Sturdy Comfortable Shoes

Towels

First Aid Kit

Personal Medication

Torch

Water Bottle

Power Bank

Mobile Charger/Travel Charger

Hand Sanitizer

Toiletries

Cold Cream

Lip Guard

Deodorant

Sunscreen Lotion (SPF 40+)

Documents – ID (Driver’s License, AADHAR Card, Voter ID:: Passport and Visa copy for Foreign Nationals)