NY Winter Spiti

Itinerary

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Day 0

Delhi to Shimla | Overnight Journey

• Assemble at boarding point in Delhi - Majnu Ka Tilla/Keshav Puram Metro Station and meet your Trip Captain. 
• Start an overnight journey to Shimla and socialize with your co-travellers.

Day 1

Drive from Shimla to Sarahan | Bhimakali Temple

• After arriving in Shimla, we will take a halt near Kufri or Narkanda for breakfast and soak in the much-needed #mountainvibes. Post breakfast, we will drive ahead to reach Sarahan.
• After arriving in Sarahan, check in to our cozy homestay/hotel, freshen-up and have some leisure.
• Quickly, we will head out to seek blessings at the sacred Bhimakali Temple - the local deity of Sarahan village. Feel free to take a stroll around this sleepy village also known as ‘Gateway to Kinnaur’.
• In the evening, return back to your comfy abode, savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Dinner

Included

Day 2

Drive from Sarahan to Chitkul | Explore Chitkul

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, we will drive ahead from Sarahan to reach the Chitkul - the last Indian village before the Indo-Tibetan border.
• After arriving in Chitkul, take a stroll around the village and visit Mathi Temple dedicated to the Goddess of the local people of Kinnaur. Treat your stomach with a satisfying plate of steamy momos or rajma chawal at ‘Hindustan Ka Akhri Dhaba’. What can be more magical than relaxing near the pristine Baspa River? A perfect location in the lap of majestic Himalayas to disconnect from the urban madness and connect with nature.
• Post exploration, check in to our cozy homestay/hotel in Sangla, freshen-up and have some leisure. 
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 3

Chitkul to Tabo | Khab Sangam, Nako & Gue | Tabo Arrival

• Wake up early in the morning and post breakfast, drive from Sangla to Tabo village - home to the oldest Buddhist monastery located in Spiti Valley. Get mesmerized by the shape-shifting landscapes of snowy mountains with every turn.
• Witness the beautiful confluence of Spiti & Sutlej rivers at Khab Sangam. Enroute we will take a halt at the sleepy Nako village and grab a satisfying lunch.
• After arriving in Tabo village, take a walk inside the Tabo Monastery and learn about the history of this Tibetan spiritual site also known as ‘Ajanta of Himalayas’. Interact with the Buddhist monks in the monastery or village locals of Tabo if you feel like.
• Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay/hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 4

Tabo to Kaza | Explore Dhankar, Langza, Komic & Hikkim

• Post breakfast, drive from Tabo to Kaza along the frozen Spiti river, for an action packed exploration of various monasteries & villages nestled in Spiti Valley.
• Enroute Kaza, we will take a halt at Dhankar Village, interact with the Buddhist monks residing in cliff top Dhankar Monastery.
• Visit Spiti’s gorgeous fossil village Langza and get clicked with the iconic statue of Medicine Buddha with your clan. Feel proud for making it to the World’s highest motorable village Komic and absorb in the jaw dropping vistas of snow-laden Himalayas. The day will come to end at Hikkim village known for its World’s highest post office.
• After arriving in Kaza, check in to our cozy homestay, freshen-up and have some leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 5

Key Monastery, Chicham & Kibber | Kaza Chill Scenes

• Wake to a peaceful mountain morning in your homely abode in Kaza offering stunning views of snowy mountains. Post breakfast, quickly head out to visit the biggest and most popular Buddhist monastery nestled in the gorgeous Spiti Valley - Key Monastery. Spend quality time speaking to the monks or sip a cup of herbal tea in Key Monastery’s kitchen.
• Explore the Kibber village - home to snow leopard and various other wildlife species like Himalayan Ibex and Red Fox to name a few. Take some #InstaPerfect shots at Chicham Bridge - Asia’s highest suspension bridge connecting the peaceful Kibber village.
• In the evening, return to your cozy rooms in Kaza and have some leisure. Savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a homestay.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 6

Drive from Kaza to Kalpa | Explore Kalpa

• Wake up early and post breakfast, bid adieu to your hosts in Kaza and the majestic Spiti Valley, and drive towards Kalpa.
• Enroute Kalpa, we will take a short halt in Reckong Peo local market to grab a much-needed lunch.
• Witness the magical views of the mighty Kinnaur Kailash range. Visit the famous Roghi (suicide-point) and if time permits take a stroll in the beautiful Kalpa village exploring monastery & temple.
• After arriving in Kalpa, check in to our cozy hotel and have some leisure.
• In the evening chill with your travel clan, savour home-style cooked dinner and overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Dinner

Included

Day 7

Drive from Kalpa to Shimla | Depart For Delhi

• Wake to a stunning view of the snow-covered Kinnaur Kailash range.
• Post breakfast, check out from the property and drive from Kalpa to Shimla.
• Enroute Shimla, we will take a halt to grab a satisfying lunch.
• After arriving in Shimla, you can visit the popular Shimla Ridge and Christ Church (on your own, if time permits).
• Start off your overnight journey from Shimla to Delhi and reach Delhi next morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.

Meals:

Breakfast

Included

Day 8

Delhi Arrival | Trip Ends

• Reach Delhi early morning with lots of amazing memories and unforgettable experiences.
  

Things To Pack

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  Good quality rucksack (preferably 50-60 liters) with rain-cover & a small day bag pack or trolley bag is recommended, since you’ll be changing multiple accommodations during the entire trip.
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  A pair of shoes (mainly sports) with good grip & waterproof, atleast 2 pairs of socks & floaters/sandals/slippers.
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  Heavy down jacket, light fleece, long track/cargo pants, long/short sleeves T-shirts, body thermal wears (as per season), sun cap/hat, woolen cap & gloves (as per season), hoodie, raincoats/ponchos.
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  Personal care items like cold cream & moisturiser, sunscreen (preferably SPF40), lip balm, sanitary pads, toothpaste & other toiletries, wet wipes, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, body spray.
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  Personal medication (as prescribed by the doctor) & first-aid, sprain relief spray, diamox, glucose powder, tablets for headache, fever, diarrhea, motion sickness, dettol & cotton/bandages.
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  Personal documents & ID's like aadhar card, drivers license, passport or any other valid Government ID proofs.
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  Sunglasses, charger, power bank, quick dry towel, adequate amount of cash, quick snacks/dryfruits/energy bars, trash & waterproof laundry bags, re-usable water bottle.