Winter Spiti
Overview
| Spiti Valley, Road Trip | |
| Duration: | 7 Days/ 6 Nights |
| Cost: | ₹ 28,000/- |
| Batches: | 9th – 15th Feb, 2025 |
Spiti valley turns to white beauty, the barren land and high mountains gets covered under thick snow, making Spiti Valley in winter is an absolute delight. A truly captivating destination, cold, rugged mountain landscapes towards the far north-eastern areas of Himachal Pradesh. This remote region was earlier a province of West Tibetan kingdom before merged to Ladakh in the 17th century. With its blend of history, culture, and serene terrain visiting Spiti is an entirely unforgettable experience.
Spiti valley tour package starts from Sangla (8600 feet), and after traversing to some of the highest passes you will reach back to Shimla. Spiti Tour will be a magnificent adventure travel that you will experience many things in terms of vistas and culture. It will be a gradual transformation from lush green mountain ranges of Kinnaur to surreal brown landscapes of Spiti.
You will be amazed by sacred mountain range of Kinnaur at Kalpa, enjoy offbeat road to Tado and last motorable village, Mud of the Pin Valley. Wander around the dazzling monasteries at Kaza and Dhankar. Spiti tour will be entirely a lifetime experience.
Join us for a life time travel adventure to wonderland Spiti!!!
Highlights:
- Key Monastery, one of the iconic landmark of the valley.
- Ancient Monasteries of Dhankar and Tabo
- Kibber village, known for its charming architecture and local culture.
- Chicham Bridge, one of the highest bridge with quite an astounding spectacle.
- Hikkim, the world’s highest post office, situated at an altitude of 14,400 ft.
- Offbeat Winter road trip to high Himalayan region.
Tour Plan
On arrival in Shimla, our coordinator will meet you. Meeting point: Shimla Volvo stand, ISBT Later depart for Sangla via Karcham. Your journey from here will take you to another spectacular destination in the middle Himalayas which is also known as Baspa valley – the prettiest valley in Himachal. Chitkul - the last Village on the old Indo-Tibetan trade route. Walk through the green orchards, by a brilliant stream. As the day falls, return to your hotel in Sangla for dinner and overnight stay.
After early breakfast check out & proceed towards Kalpa. Evening visit Roghi village and Suicide point. Enjoy the mesmerising view of Kinner Kailash from Kalpa. Overnight stay at Kalpa.
After early breakfast proceed towards Kaza via old Hindustan – Tibet Road. En route visit Nako town and lake further we move towards Tabo town and visit the ancient monastery of Tabo. Late evening arrival at Kaza (Headquarter of Spiti). Overnight stay at Kaza.
After early breakfast start our journey towards Recong Peo/ Kalpa. En route halt at many photogenic places. Overnight in Kalpa.
After breakfast, our vehicle will drop you at the local bus stand for onward journey.
Inclusion
- Travelling from Shimla to Shimla
- 6 nights accommodation in deluxe hotels (twin sharing)
- Breakfast and dinner during the stay.
- Co-coordinator throughout the tour.
Exclusion
- Flight/ Train Fare
- Lunch, evening tea and other Food Bill
- Personal expenses of any kind viz. mineral water, Soft drinks, Laundry, tips, etc.
- Vehicle provided as per the mentioned tour plan (Point to Point Basis only)
- Any kind of Insurance
- Entry fees, Camera/ Video charges, Safari ride charges, etc.
- Any additional Expenses/ cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/stay caused by a reason beyond our control such as Natural Calamities (Landslides, Floods, etc.), any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs, flight cancellation, etc.
- Refund of any kind for unutilised tour plan services.
- Any other tax or service charge, stay charge that could be enforced during this period will be extra and need to be borne by Participants.
- Any service not specifically mentioned in the Includes sections.
Important Note:
- All travelers are advised to purchase travel insurance that provides care and services for sickness, Accidents, emergency rescue, etc. We shall not be responsible for the loss of personal assets and belongings of the travelers due to unavoidable reasons or mishaps.
- Even though participants do not need to submit any health certificates, those with a history of medical problems, particularly cardiac or respiratory, should consult a doctor before deciding to undertake the trip.
- Carry appropriate substitution drugs for individuals allergic to any of above
- For any legal matter involving the company, parties hereto agree to confer exclusive jurisdiction to Mumbai Courts / Forums.
Disclaimers:
- Any customisation in arrival and departures may lead to additional cost.
- All sightseeing is subject to weather conditions.
- Customisation would not be adjusted with any inclusions such as missed sightseeing, stay, meals etc.
- Due to delay by participants any missed out destination/s shall not be covered.
- If any of the points remains closed without prior intimation, we will try to cover it up with another destination if feasible.
Cancellation Policy:
If for some reason you wish to cancel your trek/ event then an email intimation needs to be sent to “info@wanderingexplorers.in”. Cancellation requests are not taken over phone, however you can phone to check whether your cancellation has been processed.
- Cancellation on or before 61 days from date of Departure:
Non-Refundable Permit or special bookings or service paid on your behalf – balance refund paid by the guest within 15 working days of cancellation of the tour. - Cancellation on or before 46 to 60 days from date of Departure:
25% Charges + Non-Refundable Permit or special bookings or service paid on your behalf – balance refund paid by the guest within 15 working days of cancellation of the tour. - Cancellation on or before 16 to 45 days from date of Departure:
50% Charges + Non-Refundable Permit or special bookings or service paid on your behalf – balance refund paid by the guest within 15 working days of cancellation of the tour. - Cancellation on or before 15 days from date of Departure to On Tour: 100% Charges. No Refunds.
- No Refund or Compensation for any changes on the ongoing event.
- No Refund of any kind for unutilised tour plan/ services.
- We owns (or reserve) the right to apply cancellation charges; if the trek/ event cancelled before leaving for the trek/ event by any reason beyond our control such as Natural Calamities (Heavy Rains, Storms, Landslides, Floods, and Pandemic, etc.) or any unforeseen incidents like road accidents, public transport cancellation/ failure, Government declared restrictions, strikes and Bandhs, etc. We shall not be liable for any other kind of loss.
Things To Carry:
- Identity proof Aadhar card/ Driving license/ Voter ID original with photocopy
- Thermals (Top & Bottom)
- Down Jacket and Fleece Jacket (suitable for high altitude like Ladakh considering winter trip)
- Woolen gloves & Woolen Socks, Monkey cap/ woolen cap, Scarfs, Buffs
- Personal Clothing for the tour, handkerchief, socks, etc.
- Water Bottle
- Torch, Power banks, Charger, etc.
- Toiletry kit (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Soap, Shampoo, Face Wash, Hand Sanitiser, etc.)
- Sun protection & Cold Cream – Sunscreen, Lip balm, Sunglasses, Cap, etc.
- Good Shoes & floaters
- Ready to eat snacks, Dry fruits, etc.
- Camera, Batteries and Memory cards – Optional
- A Backpack to keep all things and a Day bag.
- Medicines those you require usually, with your doctor’s consultation
Do not wear gold or carry any kind of valuable ornaments