This 8-day Spiti Valley winter tour from Delhi combines the mountain landscapes of Kinnaur with the Buddhist heritage and high-altitude villages of Spiti Valley. The journey begins with an overnight AC semi-sleeper bus to Shimla and continues through Chitkul, Kalpa, Nako, Tabo, Kaza and Narkanda before returning to Delhi.
After reaching Shimla, travel towards Chitkul through Fagu, Theog, Rampur, Tapri and Karcham. The journey follows scenic mountain roads, traditional Himachali settlements and river valleys. Spend the night in Chitkul before exploring Sangla, Kamru Fort and Kamakhya Devi Temple on the way to Kalpa.
The Kinnaur section features traditional wooden houses, local markets and mountain viewpoints around Chitkul, Sangla, Reckong Peo and Kalpa. Visit Roghi Village and Suicide Point for views of the surrounding valleys and mountains, subject to safe winter road access.
Continue from Kalpa towards Tabo through the high-altitude landscapes of Nako. Visit Nako Lake, Nako Monastery and Gue Monastery before reaching Tabo. The following day includes Tabo Monastery and Dhankar Monastery, where ancient Buddhist architecture and dramatic mountain scenery are central to the sightseeing experience.
In Kaza, explore the cultural and natural landscapes of Spiti Valley through visits to Key Monastery, Kibber Village, Chicham Bridge, Langza, Hikkim and Komic. These excursions offer opportunities to experience traditional Himalayan settlements, Buddhist heritage, mountain viewpoints and the region's distinctive high-altitude environment.
The return journey takes you from Kaza to Narkanda for an overnight stay, followed by a transfer to Shimla to board the overnight Volvo bus towards Delhi. Winter snowfall, visibility and local road conditions can affect travel times and access to Chitkul, Nako, Dhankar and the higher villages around Kaza. Sightseeing remains subject to safe accessibility and operational conditions throughout the journey.
