Christmas & New Year in Spiti Valley – A Winter Expedition Like No Other
Imagine ringing in Christmas and New Year not in a crowded city, but amidst snow-covered mountains, frozen rivers, and ancient monasteries — where silence speaks, and every sunrise feels sacred.
This exclusive winter journey to Spiti Valley takes you deep into the heart of the Trans-Himalayan region — a stark, high-altitude desert tucked between India and Tibet, often called “The Middle Land.” Known for its surreal landscapes, timeless monasteries, and warm-hearted locals, Spiti becomes a white wonderland in winter — a place where adventure meets peace.
Your journey begins from Delhi to Shimla, and from there, unfolds across a series of breathtaking destinations — Kalpa, Tabo, Dhankar, Pin Valley, Kaza, Kibber, Langza, Komic, Hikkim, Gue, Sangla, and finally Chitkul, the last village on the Indo-Tibetan border.
Each day brings a new layer of experience — from watching the sun paint the Kinnaur Kailash in golden hues, to exploring 1,000-year-old monasteries carved into cliffs, to crossing Asia’s highest bridge at Chicham, and walking through villages that sit higher than most peaks.
What makes this trip truly special are the celebrations — a cozy Christmas evening in Kalpa, and a New Year’s party in Sangla, surrounded by snow, bonfires, music, and a community of like-minded travellers who start as strangers but end as lifelong friends.
This is not just a holiday — it’s an experience of endurance, beauty, and reflection. Spiti in winter is raw, real, and magical. The cold will test you, the altitude will humble you, but the landscapes will leave you in awe forever.
If you’ve ever dreamed of celebrating the year-end away from the ordinary — under millions of stars and a sky full of peace — this journey is your invitation.
Itinerary
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Meet at RK Ashram or Majnu ka Tila (Delhi)
Overnight journey to Shimla in AC Volvo luxury bus
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Arrive in Shimla; trip briefing and breakfast halt.
Drive from Shimla to Kalpa via scenic pit-stops and the famous Kinnaur Gate.
Evening Christmas celebration with group fun and photos.
Overnight stay and dinner in Kalpa.
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Morning walk and briefing by the trip captain.
Visit Suicide Point and witness panoramic views of Kinnaur Kailash.
Travel via Nako Village; explore the village and enjoy local snacks.
Arrive in Tabo Village, known for its ancient monastery.
Dinner and overnight stay in Tabo.
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Explore Tabo Caves and Tabo Monastery (over 1,000 years old).
Visit Dhankar Monastery perched dramatically on a cliff.
Continue to Pin Valley, famous for snow and wildlife.
Overnight stay in Kaza (Spiti headquarters).
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Explore Langza, Komic, and Hikkim, among the highest villages in the world.
Visit the world’s highest post office in Hikkim and send a postcard home.
Return to Kaza for café hopping and exploration.
Overnight stay in Kaza.
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Visit the iconic Key Monastery, dating back to the 11th century
Continue to Kibber Village, known for snow leopard sightings in winter
Stop at Chicham Bridge, Asia’s highest bridge connecting two stunning gorges
Return to Kaza for the night
Overnight stay in Kaza
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Morning walk in Kaza, then drive via Sumdo.
Visit Gue Monastery, home to a 500-year-old preserved mummy.
Pass through Nako Village, then continue to Sangla.
Overnight stay in Sangla.
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Breakfast with mountain views.
Drive to Chitkul, the last inhabited village near the Indo-Tibetan border.
Enjoy Maggi by the Baspa River, visit the famous “Akhiri Dhaba.”
Celebrate with a surprise New Year Party.
Overnight stay in Sangla.
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Relaxed morning in Sangla with breakfast and scenic views.
Depart for Delhi via Shimla.
End of the trip with unforgettable memories.
INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
INCLUSIONS
AC Volvo Bus from Delhi to Shimla and back
Comfortable Tempo Traveller / SUV for the rest of the journey
Accommodation in hotels/homestays on twin/triple/quad sharing basis
1 night in Kalpa, 1 night in Tabo, 3 nights in Kaza, 2 nights in Sangla
14 meals included (7 breakfasts + 7 dinners) starting from Day 1 dinner
Christmas and New Year celebration during the trip
Experienced and friendly trip leader throughout the journey
24x7 on-ground assistance and support
Reliable local drivers experienced in Himalayan terrain
Oxygen cylinder and basic medical kit for emergencies
All toll taxes, parking charges, driver allowances, and state permits
EXCLUSIONS
Personal and medical expenses
Alcoholic beverages and snacks not included in the itinerary
Anything not mentioned under inclusions
Expenses due to roadblocks, landslides, or weather-related issues (to be borne by traveller)
Any medical or emergency costs arising due to unforeseen circumstances
