Kaza
Spiti Winter Circuit
Kaza
- Duration
- 6D / 5N
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Group size
- 10–16 travellers
- Best season
- Check departure dates
- Pickup / drop
- Shared on booking → Shared on booking
Overview
Explore the cold desert of Spiti Valley in winter. Frozen rivers, ancient monasteries, and the unique Pin Valley National Park. A rare opportunity to experience Spiti's stark beauty at its most dramatic.
- Frozen Pin River trek
- Ki Monastery in snow
- Chandratal Lake frozen surface
- Spiti's elusive snow leopard tracking
- Homestay with local families
Day-by-day itinerary
Day1Arrival in Manali & Drive to KazaStarts 6:00 AM
Early departure from Manali. Drive through Rohtang Pass and Kunzum La to Kaza. Check into guesthouse.
- Drive
- High-pass
- Stay
- As per itinerary
Day2Kaza Town & Key MonasteryStarts 9:00 AM
Explore Kaza town. Visit Key Monastery (1,000+ years old) and the Tangyud Monastery. Evening walk through Kaza village.
- Monastery
- Culture
- Stay
- As per itinerary
Day3Pin Valley National ParkStarts 7:00 AM
Drive to Pin Valley. Trek through the frozen landscape searching for snow leopard tracks. Visit Kibber village.
- Wildlife
- National-park
- Stay
- As per itinerary
Day4Chandratal Lake & Kunzum LaStarts 6:00 AM
Drive to Chandratal Lake at 4,300m. Frozen turquoise waters surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Cross Kunzum La on return.
- Lake
- High-altitude
- Stay
- As per itinerary
Day5Langza & Fossil HuntingStarts 8:00 AM
Visit Langza village famous for marine fossils at 4,400m. Explore the Buddha statue and fossil beds. Return to Kaza.
- Fossils
- Village
- Stay
- As per itinerary
Day6Return to ManaliStarts 7:00 AM
Drive back to Manali via the same route. Stop at Losar and Chandertal viewpoint. Trip concludes.
- Return
- Departure
- Stay
- As per itinerary
What’s included
- All meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) throughout the trip
- Homestay and guesthouse accommodation on twin-share
- SUV transport from Manali and back via Rohtang & Kunzum La
- Experienced Spiti local guide
- Inner-line permits and monastery entry fees
- Warm sleeping bags and basic winter gear
Not included
- Any airfare or train fare
- Personal winter clothing (jackets, gloves, thermals)
- Travel insurance including trip cancellation
- Alcoholic beverages and bottled drinks
- Camera fees at monuments
- Emergency evacuation costs due to weather
What to pack
- Comfortable shoes with good grip
- Warm layers and a rain jacket
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm
- Reusable water bottle
- Power bank
- Personal medication
- ID proof (Aadhaar / passport)
Good to know
- Stay
- Handpicked stays on twin or triple sharing.
- Transport
- Private vehicle for all transfers and sightseeing, with an experienced local driver.
- Meeting point
- Exact meeting point and timings are shared a week before departure.
- Age group
- 18–45 years
- Itinerary order can change due to weather, road or permit conditions.
Cancellation: Free reschedule up to 30 days before departure; staged cancellation charges after that. (Placeholder terms — see the cancellation policy page.) Full policy
Frequently asked questions
Is this trip suitable for first-time travellers?
Difficulty is rated "Moderate". Our trip captain briefs the group every morning and adjusts the pace so everyone is comfortable.
What is the group size?
We keep groups small — 10–16 travellers.
Can I customise this itinerary?
Yes. For private groups, couples or families we can tailor dates, stays and activities. Send an enquiry from the Custom Trips page or call us.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms depend on how close to departure you cancel. See the cancellation policy page.
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