About This Expedition

Spiti Valley, nestled within the rugged embrace of Himachal Pradesh's northern terrain, is a captivating testament to the wonders of nature and human resilience. This high-altitude desert region, aptly named 'The Middle Land' in Tibetan, unfolds its mystique through a tapestry of barren mountains, ancient monasteries, and remote villages that cling to centuries-old traditions.
Buddhist monasteries perched upon cliffs like silent sentinels stand as symbols of spiritual devotion in this isolated realm. Spiti's cultural fabric woven with Tibetan influences reveals warm hospitality, simple living, and vibrant festivals that echo through its valleys.
This is not a road trip. This is an expedition through one of India's most dramatic high-altitude cold deserts where every kilometre demands respect and every viewpoint leaves you speechless.

Expedition Dates

📅 December 2026

Expedition Highlights

⭐ ⭐ ⭐⭐ Key Monastery — Ancient Fortress of Faith at 4,166m

⭐ ⭐ Chandrataal Lake - Camp Under the Milky Way

⭐ ⭐ Hikkim & Komic - World's Highest Post Office & Village

⭐ ⭐ Chitkul - Last Inhabited Village on the Indo-China Border

⭐ ⭐ Pin Valley - Wild and Untouched Himalayan Wilderness

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Delhi to Narkanda (400 km / ~9 hrs)

Depart Delhi and climb steadily into the Himalayan foothills. Winding roads pass through Shimla before ascending to Narkanda at 9,000 feet, a quiet hill station known for apple orchards, dense cedar forests, and clear Himalayan skies. An easy acclimatization day before the altitude gains ahead.

Day 2

Narkanda to Raksham via Chitkul (220 km / ~7 hrs)

Drop into the Sutlej Valley and enter Kinnaur, a land of terraced orchards, Buddhist prayer flags, and ancient stone villages clinging to canyon walls. A short detour to Chitkul, the last inhabited village before the Indo-China border, is non-negotiable. Then onward to Raksham, surrounded by towering pines and rolling meadows.

Day 3

Raksham to Nako (140 km / ~4 hrs)

Ascend into increasingly stark, arid terrain as the landscape sheds its green and turns to raw rock and ochre. Cross into the rain shadow zone and arrive at Nako, a high-altitude village at 12,000 feet built around a still glacial lake, with a 10th-century monastery at its edge.

Day 4

Nako to Kaza via Gue Monastery (95 km / ~3 hrs)

A short but dense day. Stop at Gue Monastery to see the 500-year-old naturally mummified monk, one of the rarest preserved remains in the world. Continue through the Spiti River valley to Tabo, home to the UNESCO-listed Tabo Monastery, a living complex of cave shrines dating back over a millennium. Arrive Kaza by afternoon.

Day 5

Kaza: Chicham, Key Monastery, Kibber Village

Cross the Chicham Bridge, one of Asia's highest suspension bridges, with sheer gorge drops on either side. Climb to Key Monastery, a 1,000-year-old fortress monastery at 13,668 feet with commanding views of the Spiti Valley. End the day at Kibber, a high-altitude village that was once considered the world's highest motorable settlement. Evening back in Kaza.

Day 6

Kaza: Hikkim, Komic, Langza

Morning drive to Hikkim, home to the world's highest post office. Send a postcard from 14,400 feet. Continue to Komic, one of the highest permanently inhabited villages on earth, with a small monastery and near-total silence. Descend to Langza, known for its giant Buddha statue overlooking the valley and fossilized marine shells scattered across the hillside, remnants of the Tethys Sea.

Day 7

Kaza to Rekong Peo (210 km / ~7 hrs)

Retrace through Tabo and Nako, but the landscape feels different on the return. Peo sits at a lower altitude in the Sutlej Valley, warmer and greener. Check in early, it's a decompression day after the high-altitude stretch, and your body will appreciate it.

Day 8

Rekong Peo to Shimla (200 km / ~7 hrs)

The long descent back through Kinnaur, through Sangla, Rampur, and along the Sutlej. The road is carved into sheer cliff faces for long stretches; it demands attention but rewards with some of the most dramatic river canyon scenery in Himachal. Arrive Shimla by evening.

Day 9

Shimla to Delhi (350 km / ~8 hrs)

The final stretch, out of the mountains and back to the plains. Stop in Solan or Parwanoo if you need a break. The contrast between where you started and where you've been earns its own reflection time. Delhi by evening.

Expedition Package

Accommodations with Breakfast & Dinner at all hotels per itinerary (double/twin sharing)
Single room on additional charge
Expedition Specialist with every convoy
Radio sets for smooth convoy movement (if allowed)
Prior arrangements of Local Permits (permit charges paid as per actuals)
Candid photographs & convoy drone shots (if allowed)
Exciting fun activities throughout the trip

All permits
Participants are free to choose - car camping / homestays / hotels at their own expense.
Fuel, Tolls & Parking Charges.
Any Kind of Drinks/Meals/Tips/Parking charges etc.
Personal Camping Gear.
Vehicle-Related Expenses, Repairs, spare parts, servicing, tyre punctures, recovery, towing, etc.
Any sort of Medical and Emergency Expenses
Any sort of Personal Expenses.
Room Heaters / Comfort Add-ons.
Personal, Vehicle and Group Insurance.
Anything Not Mentioned in Inclusions

21+ days before departure: 50% refund
20 days or less before departure: No refund

Want To Overland?

We're Game For This

Prefer to camp instead of hotel stays? Some of our travellers do — inside their car, a roof-top tent, or a ground tent, making their own arrangements for stay and cooking.

The overlanding fee doesn't cover accommodation — it covers what we still provide on the road: convoy building, expedition accessories, and our support team enroute. It's charged per car, split however your group likes, and camping costs are yours to arrange and share.

You're Still Part Of The Convoy — Never On Your Own

Full breakdown & roadside support, same as every other participant
If plans change, we'll do our best to help you find a place to stay nearby
Radio sets for convoy coordination, same as the rest of the group
Candid photographs & videos from the expedition team
Trip merchandise, same as everyone else on the expedition

Overlanding Fee

₹9,000 per car

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Self Drive

₹24,999

per person

Couple Discount

₹18,999

per person

Seat Sharing

₹29,999

per person

Number of Seats

1 × ₹24,999

Total: ₹24,999

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