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Spiritual India - Foothills of the Himalaya

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Mahgun Sarovar Portico Suites)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Akshardham temple
    • Dinner with tour group
    Landmarks
    Akshardham Temple
    Indira Gandhi International Airport
  3. Day 2

    Delhi

    Delhi
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Mahgun Sarovar Portico Suites)

    Included Activities

    • Visit India Gate
    • Visit Qutab Minar
    • Visit Humayun's Tomb
    • Explore Chandni Chowk bazaar by cycle rickshaw
    • Sample street food (vegetable samosas, pakoras, jalebi)
    • View Red Fort
    • View Jami Masjid Mosque
    Landmarks
    India Gate
    Qutab Minar
    Humayun's Tomb
    Chandni Chowk Bazaar
    Red Fort
    Jami Masjid Mosque
  4. Day 3

    Delhi to Haridwar

    Delhi to Haridwar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Godwin Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Haridwar
    • Explore Haridwar temples and markets
    • Witness evening Ganga Aarti ceremony
    Landmarks
    Mansa Devi Temple
    Kankhal Temple
    River Ganges
  5. Day 4

    Haridwar to Rishikesh

    Haridwar to Rishikesh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Ganga Kinare Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Rishikesh
    • Witness Aarti ceremony at Triveni Ghat

    Optional Activities

    • Three-hour safari in Rajaji National Park
    Landmarks
    Rajaji National Park
    Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram
    Triveni Ghat
    River Ganges
  6. Day 5

    Rishikesh

    Rishikesh
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Ganga Kinare Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Half-day orientation walk
    • Explore temples
    • Explore colorful markets
    • Visit Beatles Ashram

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walk through surrounding forests
    • Meditation or yoga session at local ashram
    Landmarks
    Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ashram
  7. Day 6

    Rishikesh to Chandigarh

    Rishikesh to Chandigarh
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Lords Inn Chandigarh Zirakpur)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Chandigarh's Capital Complex
    • Visit Rock Garden
    Landmarks
    Capital Complex
    Rock Garden
  8. Day 7

    Dharampur to Shimla

    Dharampur to Shimla
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Zion)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Dharampur Station
    • Travel on Toy Train to Shimla
    • Transfer to accommodation in Shimla Hills
    Landmarks
    Dharampur Station
    Shimla
  9. Day 8

    Shimla

    Shimla
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Hotel Zion)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Viceregal Lodge
    • Walking tour of colonial Shimla
    • Visit Christ Church
    • Visit Scandal Point

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon exploration of Shimla
    Landmarks
    Viceregal Lodge
    Christ Church
    Scandal Point
  10. Day 9

    Shimla to Dharamsala

    Shimla to Dharamsala
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Infinitea Centrix Dharamshala)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Dharamsala
    Landmarks
    Dharamsala
    McLeodganj
  11. Day 10

    Dharamsala

    Dharamsala
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Infinitea Centrix Dharamshala)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Norbulingka Institute
    • Orientation walk in McLeodganj
    • Visit Buddhist Namgyal Monastery
    • Visit Church of St John in the Wilderness

    Optional Activities

    • Attend Dalai Lama public audience (if available)
    • Explore McLeodganj markets and souvenir shopping
    Landmarks
    Norbulingka Institute
    Buddhist Namgyal Monastery
    Church of St John in the Wilderness
  12. Day 11

    Dharamsala to Amritsar

    Dharamsala to Amritsar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Ritz Plaza)

    Included Activities

    • Drive to Amritsar
    • Visit Partition Museum
    • Explore Hindu Durgiana Temple
    • Visit Jalianwala Bagh
    • Evening visit to Golden Temple
    Landmarks
    Partition Museum
    Hindu Durgiana Temple
    Jalianwala Bagh
    Golden Temple
  13. Day 12

    Amritsar

    Amritsar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Ritz Plaza)

    Included Activities

    • Heritage walking tour of Amritsar
    • Explore Hindu Durgiana Temple
    • Visit Golden Temple

    Optional Activities

    • Afternoon exploration and shopping in local markets
    Landmarks
    Hindu Durgiana Temple
    Golden Temple
  14. Day 13

    Departure from Amritsar

    Departure from Amritsar
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Sara4.7•October 2025
    Amritsar golden temple and tour around its kitchens cooking for 150,000! Mansadevi Temple in Haridwar, market in Old...
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  • Kim5.0•November 2025
    I loved every place we went to. My only reservation was the Optional visit to the nature reserve . We had to drive...
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  • Fiona4.8•November 2025
    There were so many highlights. The aarti ceremony at Hardiwar and the Golden Temple were particular highlights...
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  • Susan4.7•December 2025
    Biggest highlight was Golden Temple at night - it blew me away. In my.opinion it beats the Taj Mahal! Daramashala was...
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  • Richard4.8•November 2025
    The intensity of the Aarti at Rishikesh. The Toy Train.experience was fun. After seeing so many pictures I was afraid...
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  • Keith4.5•November 2025
    Golden Palace fully lived up to expectations especially the nighttime viewing. Dharamshala beautiful setting as was...
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  • Jane4.8•November 2025
    the highlights were many - from being so near the ganges, to the golden temple in amritsar, Shimla and being near the...
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      We do not offer any customizations for our tours. Accommodation in India is as varied as the country itself and standards might not always meet those that you are used to back home. Service can be slow, especially when travelling with a group and a number of hotels in India don't serve alcohol due to complicated licensing laws or for religious reasons. Hot water is not always available at small properties and with a group staying, you ight find the water is cooler if you're showering last. Hotels also don't usually have heating, so it can be become chilly in the winter months, however, blankets will always be provided.

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