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Mountains & Mystics of India (10 destinations)

13 days
Start and end in Delhi
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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
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Delhi

    Delhi

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Humayun's Tomb (UNESCO World Heritage site)
    • Visit Qutub Minar (12th-century monument)
    Landmarks
    Humayun's Tomb
    Qutub Minar
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  3. Day 2

    Delhi

    Delhi

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led Old Delhi walking tour
    • Cycle rickshaw ride through Delhi streets
    • Visit to Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
    • Visit to Jama Masjid
    Landmarks
    Sheeshganj Gurudwara
    Jama Masjid
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  4. Day 3

    Delhi to Chandigarh to Shimla

    Delhi to Chandigarh to Shimla

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led orientation walk in Shimla
  5. Day 4

    Shimla

    Shimla

    Included Activities

    • Kalka-Shimla Railway (Toy Train) ride on UNESCO World Heritage-listed route
    • Visit to Viceregal Lodge

    Optional Activities

    • Shop along Mall Road
    • Visit Jakhu Temple (Free)
    • Browse specialty wooden crafts at Lakkar Bazaar (Free)
    • Walking trails in Shimla hills
    • Cinema—Bollywood blockbuster screening (INR100)
    Landmarks
    Kalka-Shimla Railway
    Jakhu Temple
    Viceregal Lodge
    Lakkar Bazaar
  6. Day 5

    Shimla to Mandi

    Shimla to Mandi
    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner with group)

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led walking tour of Mandi
    • Dinner with group

    Optional Activities

    • Visit bathing ghats along the Beas River
    • Hike to hilltop temples
    Landmarks
    Beas River
  7. Day 6

    Mandi to Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)

    Mandi to Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)

    Optional Activities

    • Wander the streets of McLeod Ganj and explore at own pace
  8. Day 7

    Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)

    Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Norbulingka Institute
    • Visit Tsuglagkhang complex and Dalai Lama's temple

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Losel Doll Museum (INR50)
    Landmarks
    Norbulingka Institute
    Tsuglagkhang Complex
    Losel Doll Museum
  9. Day 8

    Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj) to Amritsar

    Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj) to Amritsar

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib)
    • Visit to Amrit Sarovar (sacred pool)
    • Visit to langar (community kitchen)
    Landmarks
    Golden Temple (Harmandir Sahib)
    Amrit Sarovar
  10. Day 9

    Amritsar

    Amritsar

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jallianwala Bagh
    • Watch India-Pakistan border flag ceremony at Wagah Border
    Landmarks
    Jallianwala Bagh
    Wagah Border
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  11. Day 10

    Haridwar to Rishikesh

    Haridwar to Rishikesh

    Included Activities

    • Leader-led orientation walk
    • Visit Chaurasi Kutia (The Beatles Ashram)
    • Evening walk along Ganges River with Ganga Aarti fire rituals
    Landmarks
    Chaurasi Kutia
    Ganges River
  12. Day 11

    Rishikesh

    Rishikesh

    Included Activities

    • Group walk through nearby jungle

    Optional Activities

    • Walk along Ganges River
    • Yoga class (INR600)
    • Whitewater rafting on Ganges River (INR1500)
    Landmarks
    Ganges River
  13. Day 12

    Rishikesh to Delhi

    Rishikesh to Delhi
  14. Day 13

    Delhi

    Delhi

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4.5
Overall rating based on 29 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.5
  • Transport
    4.3
  • Guide
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    3.3
  • Food
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  • Sheena5.0July 2026
    Great tour, really enjoyed it.
    Traveled in May 2019
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thanks for your review, Sheena! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your Mountains & Mystics of India adventure. We hope to see you on another adventure with us soon!
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    christine4.0October 2024
    I really enjoyed everything about this trip done so much at a good pace. Some hotels were a let down especially the...
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    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Thank you so much for your review of your time in India! We are thrilled that you enjoyed yourself on the trip, but sorry that the hotel in Dharamsala let you down. We have forwarded this feedback onto the local operations team to investigate the issues you highlighted here. If you have additional feedback you would like to share, please feel free to email customercare@intrepidtravel.com
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  • Graham4.0March 2024
    Good itinerary lots of new sights and experiences. Excellent guide
    Traveled in March 2024
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Hello Graham, I'm pleased to hear you had a great experience travelling with us! We can't wait to have you join us on another tour once again :)
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  • Dean5.0December 2022
    Wonderful tour with amazing sights and once in a lifetime experiences!!
    Traveled in November 2022
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    Hi Dean - Thank you for your review! We are delighted that you enjoyed your time experiencing this incredible part of India, we hope you'll have a lifetime of wonderful memories and we look forward to welcoming you on your next Intrepid adventure.
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  • Bernadette4.5September 2019
    First time on intrepid trip, the information provided before travel outlined accurately the destination and activities
    Traveled in March 2019
  • Barbara4.5September 2019
    Every aspect of the trip was excellent and I would do it again! I can't recommend booking via Intrepid Germany,...
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Sheri4.5September 2019
    Unbelievable experience and everything went very smoothly
    Traveled in March 2019
  • Namitaganguli4.5September 2019
    I like the way ,tour was organise though hectic
    Traveled in March 2019
  • Moira4.8September 2019
    Great trip. Diverse landscapes and religions and sites. Excellent guide. Harsha was informative, helpful, always went...
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    Traveled in March 2019
  • Josephine4.5September 2019
    The whole trip was a huge adventure the real India experience. Fantastic.
    Traveled in March 2019

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