8 Nights 9 Days
Specific Tour
16 people
English, Hindi
Looking for a unique and colorful way to celebrate Holi in 2025? Join our Holi Special Winter Spiti + Sangla Holi Road Trip, a one-of-a-kind 9-day Himalayan adventure. Spanning through the majestic Kinnaur and Spiti valleys, this journey takes you across snow-laden landscapes, serene monasteries, and vibrant villages—all while celebrating the festival of colors amidst the breathtaking backdrop of the Himalayas.
This trip is not just about exploring pristine valleys; it’s about creating unforgettable memories during Holi in the lap of the Himalayas. From experiencing local traditions to witnessing snow-covered vistas and high-altitude monasteries, this trip blends adventure, culture, and celebration seamlessly. Whether it’s walking in the last inhabited village of Chitkul or visiting Asia’s highest suspension bridge in Kaza, each day promises a new adventure.
Day 1: Chandigarh → Shimla
Scenic drive to Shimla. Explore Mall Road, Christ Church & The Ridge. Highlight: Colonial charm & sunset views.
Day 2: Shimla → Sangla
Drive through Kufri & Narkanda. Evening Holika Dahan ritual. Highlight: Cultural immersion in Kinnaur.
Day 3: Sangla – Chitkul – Sangla
Kinnauri Holi celebrations(Sangla Holi). Visit Chitkul (India’s last village) & Baspa Valley. Highlight: Festive colors & mountain serenity.
Day 4: Sangla → Kaza
Stop at Nako Lake & Sutlej-Spiti confluence. Enter Spiti Valley. Highlight: Moon-like landscapes of Spiti.
Day 5: Kaza Local Tour
Key Monastery, Kibber Village & Chicham Bridge. Highlight: Cliffside monasteries & adrenaline bridge walks.
Day 6: Langza → Hikkim → Komic
Fossil hunting in Langza, the world’s highest post office (Hikkim), Tangyud Monastery. Highlight: Mail a postcard from 4,400m!
Day 7: Kaza → Reckong Peo
Visit Dhankar & Tabo Monasteries—highlight: Ancient Buddhist art & cliffside ruins.
Day 8: Reckong Peo → Narkanda
Stop at Rampur Bushahr’s Padam Palace—evening at Hatu Peak. Highlight: Himalayan sunset vistas.
Day 9: Narkanda → Chandigarh
Return via Shimla. Trip ends by 2 PM.
This Holi Special Winter Spiti + Sangla Trip is the perfect blend of adventure, culture, and celebration. Whether you’re a nature lover, a photography enthusiast, or just looking for an offbeat Holi experience, this trip promises memories for a lifetime.
Book your spot now and get ready to celebrate Holi amidst the magical snow-capped Himalayas!
Planning a winter trip to Sangla Holi + Spiti Valley requires careful preparation with temperatures dropping below -25°C. Unlike regular Himalayan trips, winter Spiti demands specialized gear and equipment. Our comprehensive packing guide, tested by 1000+ travelers in extreme Spiti winters, ensures you stay warm and safe during your high-altitude adventure.
Must-Pack Winter Gear:
Make your winter Spiti journey smooth by planning your Chandigarh arrival perfectly. Here’s your detailed transportation guide with latest 2024 options:
✈️ By Air [Fastest Option]:
🚂 By Train [Most Comfortable]:
🚌 By Bus [Budget Option]:
Pro Travel Tip: Book your arrival in Chandigarh one day before the trip starts. This gives you time to recover from travel fatigue and meet your fellow adventurers!
📍 Distance: 112 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 4-5 hours
🌄 Morning Departure:
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Shimla, the "Queen of Hill Stations."
🚗 En Route Delights:
Wind through the Shivalik Hills 🌄 and pine forests.
🌇 Evening in Shimla:
Check into your hotel and explore:
The Mall Road 🛍️: Bustling hub for shopping and local snacks.
Christ Church ⛪: Iconic neo-Gothic architecture with stained-glass windows.
The Ridge 🌅: Panoramic sunset views over the Himalayas.
🍽️ Meals: Dinner at the hotel.
🏨 Stay: Cozy hotel in Shimla.
✨ Highlight: Soak in Shimla’s colonial charm and vibrant evening energy!
📍 Distance: 230 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 8-9 hours
🌅 Early Start: 7AM
Depart for Sangla Valley, a hidden gem in Kinnaur.
🚙 Scenic Pit Stops:
Kufri 🏔️: Photo stop at this snowy paradise (winter) or lush meadow (summer).
Narkanda 🌲: Drive through apple orchards and dense forests.
Sutlej River 🌊: Thrilling cliffside roads alongside the roaring river.
🔥 Evening Festivity:
Join locals for Holi Celebration 🪔—a bonfire ritual marking the triumph of good over evil.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast (Shimla) & Dinner at a Sangla/Chitkul/Rakchham Homestay.
🏨 Stay: Traditional Kinnauri homestay.
✨ Highlight: Immerse yourself in Kinnaur’s culture under a starry sky!
📍 Distance: 50 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 2-3 hours
🎨 Morning Festivities:
Celebrate Kinnauri Holi 🎭: Dance to folk tunes, toss organic colors, and savor local delicacies.
🏔️ Afternoon Exploration:
Drive to Chitkul 🏡: India’s last village before Tibet!
Walk along the Baspa River 💧 with views of snow-capped peaks.
Visit the 500-year-old Mathi Temple 🛕.
🌄 Evening Return:
Relax at your stay with a cup of sea buckthorn tea.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at Sangla stay.
🏨 Stay: Sangla/Chitkul/Rakcham guesthouse.
✨ Highlight: Experience Holi with Kinnauri warmth and Chitkul’s untouched beauty!
📍 Distance: 200 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 9-10 hours
🌄 Early Departure:
Journey into the stark landscapes of Spiti Valley.
🚙 En Route Wonders:
Reckong Peo 📍: Stop at Kinnaur’s capital for permits.
Khab 🌊: Witness the confluence of Sutlej & Spiti Rivers.
Nako Village 🏞️: Explore ancient monasteries and the serene Nako Lake.
🌌 Evening in Kaza:
Check into a cozy stay and wander through Kaza Market 🛒 for Tibetan souvenirs.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast (Sangla) & Dinner at Kaza stay.
🏨 Stay: Homestay in Kaza.
✨ Highlight: Transition from Kinnaur’s greenery to Spiti’s moon-like landscapes!
🕍 Spiritual Morning:
Key Monastery 🏯: Climb to this 1,000-year-old cliffside monastery. Marvel at ancient murals and prayer wheels.
🏔️ Afternoon Thrills:
Kibber Village 🏘️: Walk among the world’s highest inhabited settlements (4,270m).
Chicham Bridge 🌉: Brave Asia’s highest suspension bridge (135m drop)!
🌇 Evening Leisure:
Sip butter tea while browsing handwoven Spiti shawls in the market.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at Kaza stay.
🏨 Stay: Kaza Homestay.
✨ Highlight: Feel the adrenaline on Chicham Bridge and Spiti’s spiritual serenity!
🦕 Fossil Hunting in Langza:
Langza 🏔️: Hunt for 500-million-year-old marine fossils with a giant Buddha statue backdrop.
📮 Postcard from the Top:
Hikkim 📮: Send a postcard from the world’s highest post office (4,400m).
Komic 🏘️: Visit the 13th-century Tangyud Monastery at 4,587m.
🌄 Evening Return:
Stargaze in Spiti’s pollution-free skies.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast & Dinner at Kaza stay.
🏨 Stay: Kaza Homestay.
✨ Highlight: Mail a postcard from Hikkim—a memory etched in the Himalayas!
📍 Distance: 200 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 9-10 hours
🌅 Early Departure:
Bid farewell to Spiti and descend to Kinnaur.
🛕 Monastery Magic:
Dhankar Monastery 🏰: Explore this 1,200-year-old fortress-monastery perched on a cliff.
Tabo Monastery 🎨: Admire 10th-century Buddhist frescoes, dubbed the “Ajanta of the Himalayas.”
🌇 Evening in Reckong Peo:
Check into a riverside stay.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast (Kaza) & Dinner at Reckong Peo stay.
🏨 Stay: Reckong Peo Homestay.
✨ Highlight: Step into living history at Tabo’s ancient art-filled walls!
📍 Distance: 180 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 7-8 hours
🌄 Morning Drive:
Descend through Kinnaur’s apple valleys.
🏰 Cultural Stop:
Rampur Bushahr 🏯: Tour the royal Padam Palace and vibrant bazaar.
🌇 Evening in Narkanda:
Hatu Peak ⛰️: Hike or drive to 3,400m for golden-hour views over the Himalayas.
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast (Reckong Peo) & Dinner at Narkanda stay.
🏨 Stay: Cozy Homestay in Narkanda.
✨ Highlight: Watch the sun dip behind snow peaks from Hatu’s summit!
📍 Distance: 170 km | ⏱️ Travel Time: 5-6 hours
🌅 Farewell to the Mountains:
Drive back via Shimla and Kufri, with optional stops for souvenirs or selfies.
🛣️ En Route:
Relish fresh apple pie at a roadside dhaba.
🕑 Arrival in Chandigarh:
Conclude your journey by 2 PM 🏁 with lifelong memories!
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at Narkanda stay.
🌟 Trip Highlights Recap:
Holi in Kinnaur’s remote villages.
Spiti’s ancient monasteries and adrenaline bridges.
Starry nights, fossil hunts, and postcards from the roof of the world!
📌 Pro Tips:
Carry layers for Spiti’s chilly nights.
Keep cash—ATMs are scarce in the mountains.
The Winter Spiti Valley Special Edition Trip is scheduled for specific winter dates, providing a unique experience of Spiti’s cold desert landscape. Check available dates for the winter months on our booking page.
The trip begins in Chandigarh, with a pick-up available from Railway Station. Specific pick-up details will be shared in the trip's WhatsApp group prior to departure.
Accommodations are in comfortable homestays or guesthouses with multi-sharing rooms. Some rooms have attached bathrooms, while others have common facilities.
Yes, the package includes 8 breakfasts and 8 dinners, all vegetarian, at the accommodations. Lunches and food while traveling are not included.
This is an easy-level road trip suitable for travelers with a reasonable fitness level, including beginners, solo travelers, families, and groups.
You can secure your spot with a partial payment of the amount mentioned on the Booking Page, with the remaining amount payable 15 Days before the trip. Full payment is also an option.
The minimum age for this trip is 8 years. However, due to high altitudes, travelers should be in good health and able to manage long journeys.
Spiti Valley's weather can be unpredictable. If necessary, adjustments will be made for safety. Alternative destinations may be arranged if some places are inaccessible.
Essentials include warm clothing (thermal wear, waterproof jacket, gloves), toiletries, personal medical kit, and a water bottle. A detailed list is provided in the itinerary.
High altitudes and cold weather demand good hydration and acclimatization. Consult a doctor for advice on high-altitude medications if needed.
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