Winter Spiti 4×4 Expedition
Overview
Winter Spiti 4×4 Expedition – Spiti Valley is one of the cold deserted mountain valleys located at the height of the Himalayas in the north-eastern part of Himachal Pradesh. The name “Spiti” initially means “The Middle Land” which corresponds to the land lying between Tibet and India. And winters in Spiti are enormously harsh and temperatures even fall to -25°C. Therefore, a winter expedition to Spiti Valley in 4×4 is an endless thrill.
Enormously, the Spiti winter expedition 4×4 shows a different side of Spiti altogether. Inductively, a world where the magic is witnessed with nature having its majestic mountains, mesmerizing valleys, and wicked trails all covered in a thick blanket of snow. That is spread throughout the place, as far as the eyes go.
Whereby, Spiti winter expeditions, increase the stakes of spicing it with a 4*4 vehicle the things are even more adventurous. It is no more a secret that the roads of Spiti valley are hostile at best, though the path seems to be carved out with ruggedness. That can’t be found in many of the places and though there is no greater feeling than o?-roading on the tough terrains on four-wheelers.
Daywise Itinerary
Day 1: Delhi-Manali -Overnight in Volvo bus
Travel distance and travel time 560 kms/12 hrs) approx.
Arrive at Delhi Volvo station before 04 PM and board bus for Manali. Overnight in Volvo bus Volvo.
Day 2: Arrival at Aut and transfer to Sojha (30 kms)
In the Morning upon arrival at Aut meet our Representative and board your 4×4 vehicles to Sojha . On the way enjoy rafting in Beas River. From Sojha we can get a scenic view of the Banjar Valley, to which we will now descend. For the next few Kilometers, you will be compelled to take photo stops. The area retains a surreal charm as it remains o? the beaten tracks followed by horde of tourists. On arrival check in at the guest house. Overnight at guest house in Sojha.
Day 3: Sojha to Kalpa – Overnight at Kalpa (200 kms)
After breakfast start riding from to Shoja to Kalpa over Jalori pass (3223 M), situated on a ridge across the Rampur Valley. We continue along Indo-TIbet highway before turning left and climbing the pine forest slopes till we reach Kalpa. A beautiful Himalayan village which o?ers one the best views of Snow Peaks right across the valley looming large in front of you. Kinner Kailash peak is one of the abodes of Lord Shiva. Kalpa is a beautiful village located in the front of Kinner Kailash Mountain range. On arrival check in at the hotel. Evening free to walk around the kalpa village. Have dinner and Overnight stay in Kalpa.
Day 4: Kalpa to Nako/Tabo – Overnight at Tabo (180 kms)
Morning after breakfast start you journey towards Spiti valley. Today we will enter in Spiti valley. The road from Kalpa initially descends to the Indo-Tibet Highway and continues on the left bank of Sutlej till Khab, the conKuence of Spiti and Sutlej. We leave Sutlej behind and continue upstream of Spiti. From this point cold desert of Spiti will start with completely di?erent view of desert lands. Drive upword till Nako village. There is one small beautiful lake situated at Nako. After visit Nako lake start journey towards Tabo village. Tabo monastery is 1020 year monastery located in the quaint village of Tabo. The monastery is one of the most
ornately decorated depicting the life of the Buddha Pantheon covering its entire walls. You can spend enough time here talking to the monks trying to understand what a thangka painting is. Spend your day relaxing in the Melds of Tabo or hike up to the caves, the monks used to meditate. Overnight stay at Tabo.
Day 5: Tabo to Dhankar- Kaza – Overnight at Kaza
Today we take the road to Kaza till we reach Sichling village, from here the road winds up to the Dhangkar monastery, which was once the capital of Spiti, under King’s rule. Dhang means cli? and kar means fort, the fort situated on the edge of a cli?. Dhangkar Gompa or monastery is one of the architectural master pieces of the Buddhist yore. Built 800 years ago this is one of the endangered archaeological sites in the world. Experience the old world feeling of the Dhangkar monastery. The drive to Kaza. Overnight stay in Kaza.
Day 6: Kaza to Key, Langza/Komic/Hikim/ to Kaza – Overnight at Kaza
A trip to Spiti is incomplete without a visit to its iconic monastery at Key. Built on top of a hill the main shrine is surrounded by residential quarters, administrative buildings are built in the shape of a pyramid. This ancient marvel is a photographers delight. You’ll further visit the Langza, Komic and Hikim villages. overnight stay in Kaza.
Day 7: Kaza to Rampur – Overnight at Rampur
After a great Spitian winter experience we start our journey back to the cities but not without a Mnal blast. We retrace the roads back to Kinnaur via Tabo, Nako till Powari. On arrival at Rampur check in at hotel. Overnight stay in hotel.
Day 8: Rampur/Karsog/Sundernagar (170 kms/7 hrs) overnight Volvo bus to Delhi
After the most memorable trip of your life you head back to SunderNagar (Hear of Himachal pardesh) with lot of photos, videos and friends from high Himalayas. Later transfer to Volvo pickup point. Overnight in Volvo bus.
Day 9: Arrival in Delhi
In the morning arrive at delhi volvo bus stop. End of our services. Tour end with Fond Memorise..
Inclusions
- Transport – 4×4 Mahindra camper/Gypsy (4+1 people in one vehicle) -Driver charges, fuel charges, toll and parking charges
- Accommodation – 6 nights – double sharing with breakfast and dinner – MAP
- Volvo tickets from Delhi to Aut and Sunder Nagar to Delhi back.
- Highly experienced driver who will act as a basic tour guide
- Oxygen Cylinder and Mrst aid medical box
- Hot water bags to everyone (to keep body warm during night time)
- Hot water bottles to everyone for hot drinking water
- Himalayan Rider group leader with separate 4×4 vehicle for more than 10 vehicles traveling together.
Exclusions
- Personal expenses. tips. Inner Line Permit fees
- Lunch on all days
- Cost incurred due to change in itinerary because of landslides, roadblocks or factors beyond human
control - Anything not mentioned in the inclusions list above
Important Points:
- Hotels will be closed in Spiti during winters. Hence, we will accommodate you in cozy Homestays. At Kalpa we will provide you hotel. We will provide you heated rooms at Homestays in Spiti and at hotels in other places.
- The itinerary is subject to favorable weather and road conditions. If trip is started and In case of a bad weather and inaccessibility to certain destinations we will try our best to make alternate plans. The tour price will not be refunded in the event of unfavorable conditions.
- The temperatures in Spiti Valley dip up to -25°C in winters. We advise you to buy suitable clothing and gear for winters. People of Spiti live in this place throughout the year without expensive warm wear so there is nothing to be afraid of. The homestays are well insulated with a traditional/electric heater in the rooms. The homestays will have dry compost toilets in winter.
- All vehicles traveling together will be interconnected with radio signals (For more than 5 vehicles)
- We will provide separate support 4×4 vehicle if there will be more than 5 vehicles traveling together in one batch with sporting sta?.
Highlights of Spiti 4×4 Expedition
- The place is vitally not crowded in winters and one can initially Mnd Soul of a Place.
- One can also spot Red fox, Blue Sheep, Himalayan Ibex & if Lucky enough a Snow Leopard can also be spotted.
- The variation in the temperature
- During the expedition, one experienced and understand the living culture in the winters of the Cold dessert
Terms & Conditions
Payment Policy:
- An advance payment is required at the time of booking to secure reservations.
- Full payment must be made 30 days prior to departure.
- Failure to complete payment as per schedule may result in cancellation of services.
Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellations made before 30 days of departure will be subject to applicable supplier charges.
- Cancellations made within 30 days of departure may incur up to 100% of the total tour cost.
- No refunds will be provided for unused services or last-minute changes once the trip has commenced.
Terms & Conditions:
- Hotels, room categories, and transfers are subject to availability; equivalent alternatives may be provided if necessary.
- Travelers are responsible for valid passports, visas, travel insurance, and compliance with local laws and customs.
- The company is not liable for delays, losses, accidents, or force majeure events beyond its control.
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