WINTER
spiti.
Shimla · Kalpa · Gue · Tabo · Kaza · Key · Chicham · Langza · Hikkim · Komic
Experience Spiti in its most raw and magical season. Snow-covered mountains, frozen rivers, silent monasteries, high-altitude villages and endless white landscapes create an expedition unlike any other. Drive through one of India's toughest winter routes while discovering ancient Buddhist culture, dramatic Himalayan scenery and unforgettable winter adventures.
A Valley Wrapped
in white.
Seven days across a frozen Spiti — deodar forests along the Sutlej, cliff-hanging roads through Kinnaur, thousand-year-old monasteries buried in fresh snow, and the world's highest villages waking to sub-zero mornings.
Small convoys. Winter-ready 4×4s. Trained pilots, lead vehicle, walkie talkies, oxygen and full recovery gear. This is one of India's toughest winter routes — and one of its most unforgettable.
- Duration7 Days
- Highest Altitude4,587 m+
- Expedition TypeHimalayan Winter 4×4 Overlanding
- AccommodationHotels · Homestays · Winter-ready Stays
- DifficultyModerate to Challenging
- SeasonDecember – March
The Complete
circuit.
- 01Shimla
- 02Narkanda
- 03Kalpa
- 04Gue
- 05Tabo
- 06Kaza
- 07Key Monastery
- 08Kibber
- 09Chicham Bridge
- 10Langza
- 11Hikkim
- 12Komic
- 13Rangrik
- 14Hull Village
- 15Sarahan
- 16Shimla
- Stop 01Shimla
- Stop 02Narkanda
- Stop 03Kalpa
- Stop 04Gue
- Stop 05Tabo
- Stop 06Kaza
- Stop 07Key Monastery
- Stop 08Kibber
- Stop 09Chicham Bridge
- Stop 10Langza
- Stop 11Hikkim
- Stop 12Komic
- Stop 13Rangrik
- Stop 14Hull Village
- Stop 15Sarahan
- Stop 16Shimla
Eight days,
one frozen story.
Everything you need
for the winter.
Warm winter-ready hotels, homestays and heated mountain stays across the route.
Hot breakfasts and warm dinners every day of the expedition.
A seasoned winter Himalayan crew leading the convoy from Shimla to Shimla.
Trained pilots who know how to handle snow, ice and high-altitude winter roads.
A dedicated lead vehicle setting pace and navigating snow-covered sections.
Complete recovery gear, winches and rescue equipment carried on route.
Oxygen support and altitude medication ready across the convoy.
On-route mechanical support to keep the convoy moving through winter terrain.
Convoy-wide communication for safety across remote snow-covered stretches.
Complete route planning, permits guidance and daily coordination.
All monastery visits, village walks and scenic stops on the itinerary.
First-aid kits carried on every vehicle for the length of the expedition.
Before you
join us.
Expedition
Pricing.
All inclusions listed below apply to this option.
All inclusions listed below apply to this option.
What's
included.
- Hotels
- Premium Campsites
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Professional Expedition Team
- Inner Line Permits
- Mechanical Backup
- Recovery Team
- First Aid Support
- Media Team
- Walkie Talkies
- 4×4 Pickup Trucks for luggage & extra fuel (for bikers)
Rental bike or rental self-drive vehicle and fuel are not included in the expedition package. Rental vehicles can be arranged by Hello Himalayas on request.
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Booking & Payment
- 25% booking amount is required to confirm your seat.
- The remaining 75% balance must be paid 45 days prior to the expedition start date.
- Bookings are confirmed only after receipt of the booking amount.
- The booking amount is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Cancellation
- 45+ days before departure: 25% of the total expedition cost will be retained.
- 30–44 days before departure: 50% cancellation charge.
- 15–29 days before departure: 75% cancellation charge.
- Less than 15 days / No-show: 100% cancellation charge.
- No refund will be provided for late arrival, voluntary withdrawal or leaving the expedition midway.
Weather & Route Changes
Winter Spiti is a high-altitude expedition and weather conditions can change rapidly. The organisers reserve the right to modify, reroute, postpone or cancel the itinerary due to snowfall, road closures, government restrictions, natural disasters or safety concerns.
The safety of participants and crew takes priority over the planned itinerary.
Important
By confirming the booking, participants acknowledge and accept the above Booking & Cancellation Policy and understand the nature and risks of a winter Himalayan expedition.
Hello Himalayas × Peakfreak Adventures
Ready to Experience
Winter Spiti?
Join Hello Himalayas on one of India's most unforgettable winter expeditions. Submit your enquiry to receive the complete itinerary, departure dates and expedition details.