Himachal Pradesh

Himachal Pradesh's Spiti Valley is a high-altitude cold desert wedged between India and Tibet, known for its stark lunar landscapes, centuries-old Buddhist monasteries, and some of the most demanding motorable roads in the world. Summer opens the valley up for a full loop through Kaza, Chandratal, and Kunzum Pass; winter transforms it into an entirely different, snowbound expedition for those chasing frozen waterfalls and empty white roads.