WINTER SPITI ROAD TRIP

• TEMPERATURE : Between 1 Degree to - 25 Degree
  AGE GROUP : 21 - 35 
  
  
  INCLUSIONS 
  Accommodation at Reckong Peo/ Kalpa , Tabo and Kaza
• Breakfast and Dinner at Reckong Peo/ Kalpa
• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at Tabo and Kaza
• Transfers and Sightseeing in Non AC Tempo Traveller 
• Tour Leader(s)
• First Aid Kit & Oxygen Cylinder (Common for group) 
• Driver Allowances
• Road Taxes
  
  EXCLUSIONS
• Any Air/ Bus/Train Fares
• Extra Meals
• Expenses for optional activities or tickets
• Travel Insurance & Personal Expenses.
• Any additional expenses arising out of  unforeseen circumstances (flight delay, cancellation, etc.) 
• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
• Any Kind of Expense for Loss / Misplaced / Theft

• Our adventure starts at the beautiful  hill station of Shimla! 
• At 8 am, report near Hotel Landmark, Victory tunnel, Shimla 
• Proceed for Reckong Peo ( Headquarters of Kinnaur district situated at a height of 2290 metres) 
• Enroute enjoy the scenic beauty of valley
• Reach Reckong by evening, get check in and relax. 
• Overnight stay and dinner at Hotel/Guesthouse/Homestay 
  
  

• After breakfast visit suicide point and Kalpa monastery
• After that proceed for Tabo  
• A small town on the banks of Spiti  River, Tabo is famous for its'meditation caves' and a thousand year old monastery! 
• Enroute take a halt at Nako , visit frozen Nako lake 
  
  

• After breakfast visit Tabo Monastery (It was founded in 996 CE in the Tibetan year of the Fire Ape)
• Pin Valley: Pin Valley National Park  showcases the flora and fauna that the Himalayas has to offer
• Visit Kungri Monastery
• After that proceed for Kaza Kaza: Kaza works as Spit’s  headquarters and is the largest township in the Lahaul and Spiti Valley.

Day 4: KEY AND KIBBER  

• Key Monastery: Spiti’s biggest  monastery (and most well-known). Over 1000 years old, the views from the monastery are mesmerizing. 
• Kibber: India’s only cold desert wild life sanctuary! 

In Evening, return back to KAZA


Day 5: LANGZA , KOMIK and HIKKIM

• Langza Village: Famous for its  Buddha Statue.
• Komik: The world’s highest village at 15,027 feet.
• Hikkim: At 14,567 feet, Hikkim is  home to one of the highest Post Office in the World!

Day 6 : KAZA TO RECKONG PEO 

• After breakfast proceed for Reckong Peo 
• We will have our lunch at Spillow 
• We will reach by evening
• Overnight stay 

Day 7 : RECKONG PEO to SHIMLA  

• Proceed journey to Shimla 
• Reach Shimla by evening 
• Get drop at hotel or Volvo Bustand 

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WINTER PRECAUTIONS 

Spiti sees snowfall during the months of October/November to March. Temperatures can dip down to -20°C. 

• Too much snowfall results in closing of roads. Depending on the amount of snowfall – it could take days or weeks before the roads open up again.
• There is no running water in taps (due to freezing temperatures).Water is taken from hand pumps. Since there’s no running water and pipes are frozen, you’re most likely to find dry compost toilets.
• Stay hydrated and don’t skip meals. You might not feel hungry at times, but, given the altitude and temperature you can’t afford to skip any meals. Staying hydrated is also very important. Please don’t take this lightly!
• Walk small distances at a time. Don’t overexert your body.
• Carrying a flask of warm water is recommended.
• There will be times where there will be no electricity.
• Besides Kaza, you won’t find mobile signal throughout the valley. BSNL Post-paid/Prepaid does work outside of Kaza, but again, depending on the snowfall, it will be difficult to find a signal.
• Carry snacks / biscuits with you. Dark Chocolate and nuts help to
• keep your energy levels constant.
• Carry cash .

THINGS TO CARRY 

• 50-60 ltrs Back pack 
• Insulated water bottle (1ltr recommended) 
• Heavy windproof down jacket
• 2 - 3 pairs of inner warmers / thermals
• Warm clothes
• Reliable waterproof hiking / sports shoes with a good grip
• 3/4 pairs of wollen socks 
• 2 Pairs of waterproof gloves
• Sunglasses 
• Woollen caps and muffler 
• An extra pair of shoes
• Sunscreen (SPF50 )
• Personal medicines
• Torchlight
• Power banks / Solar chargers
• Lip Guard
• Inhalers (If you suffer from asthma)
  BSNL Prepaid / Postpaid SIM Card

CANCELLATION POLICY
We realize that most people who cancel their reservations do so out of necessity or emergency. Nevertheless, cancellations are costly to administer and involve dedicated staff time, communications costs and advance purchased bills. Therefore, all cancellations would be charged the following fees: 

Before 30 days: 25% of the balance (total cost paid – advance) 

30 – 15 days: 40% of the tour balance

14 – 7 days: 80% of the tour balance

6 – 3 days 90% of the tour balance

2 – 0 days 100% of the tour balance

If you fail to join a tour, join it after departure, or leave it prior to its completion, no refund can be made. The above cancellation fees are in addition to fees which may be levied by accommodation house properties, travel agents or third party tour and transport operator cancellation fees.

Cancellation due to Landslide/Snowfall/Bad Weather:

If the tour is cancelled/postponed due to landslide/snowfall/bad weather conditions/road blockade or any weather-related problems at the last moment, no refund would be made. If the road is blocked and guests miss a stay at next destination, full cost of the hotel stay would be charged, in addition to tariff of the hotel booked instantly by us for their emergency stay. However, guests can book and pay hotel for emergency stay at their own expenses. If a particular destination is cancelled at last moment, full amount would be charged. This strict policy is applied as nature and its plays are beyond our control. This is rare situation but can happen to anyone.

TERMS & CONDITIONS 

• If in case client wish to prepone /postpone travel dates, so request should reach us 30 days  prior to journey date via mail. 
• The Company, Nomadic Monk, has complete authority to change the package costing if in future due to hike in tariff & taxes of hotels, transportation or any other service that has been provided. 
• Customers must carry at least one of the following - Driving License, Voter ID Card or Aadhar Card (including photocopies). 
• Check In & Check Out Time as per Hotel Policies. Standard Check in is 12 PM checkout time of hotel is 10 AM. (Early Check in / late Checkout is as per hotel policies & room availability in hotel) 
• Before going on a trip organized by Nomadic Monk, travellers must sign a Waiver Form with all the T&C listed. 
• Nomadic Monk reserves the right to change the timings, schedule and accommodations ( we may provide alternative / similar accommodation for which we are not liable to pay any refund) mentioned in packages and itineraries due to unavoidable circumstances. 
• Nomadic Monk will not be responsible or liable in case of loss of property at the Hotel. Similarly, any damages caused to the hotel rooms during your stay, shall be payable by the Clients and Nomadic Monk will not be liable for the same