Sangla-Chitkul in Winter
The last village before Tibet, buried in snow. A journey most people say can't be done in winter.
Kinnaur, Himachal Pradesh · 5 days · Groups of 4–8
Highlights
- →Chitkul in January — the village is under 3–4 feet of snow, residents are the only people there
- →Sangla Valley — turquoise Baspa River even in winter
- →The road conditions make this a genuine adventure
- →Kinnauri hospitality in winter — meals by fire, stories, absolute warmth
- →Views of Kinnaur Kailash in crisp winter clarity
Day-by-day Itinerary
Drive: Shimla → Reckong Peo
Winter drive through Kinnaur. Arrive Peo.
Peo → Kalpa → Sangla (winter conditions)
Kalpa viewpoint. Sangla in snow.
Sangla → Chitkul (4×4 required)
The road to Chitkul. Snow. Border. Silence.
Chitkul: snow day + village life
Walk the village. Meet the 30 families who stay through winter. Campfire.
Drive: Chitkul → Shimla
Long winter drive back.
What's included
- ✓All meals Day 1 dinner to Day 5 breakfast
- ✓Guesthouse and homestay accommodation
- ✓4×4 vehicle
- ✓Local Kinnauri guide
- ✓Inner line permits
Not included
- ✗Personal travel to/from Shimla
- ✗Winter personal gear
- ✗Travel insurance
FAQs
Is this dangerous in winter?
The road can be tricky. We use experienced winter drivers with 4×4 vehicles and check road conditions daily. If the road to Chitkul is unsafe, we adapt. Safety first.
Logistics
Meeting point
Shimla ISBT Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh
Trip ends
Shimla ISBT Bus Stand, Himachal Pradesh
Minimum age
18 years
Fitness required
Basic — cold tolerance and adaptability required
Starting from
₹18,000
per person, all inclusive
Next batch: January 2027
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