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Escape your usual in favour of the Himalayas for 15 days on the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour. You’ll discover the postcard-painted, mountain-tucked villages teetering on the edge of the Himalayas on this spectacular sightseeing tour. Amid the jetting peaks and rolling layers of green sit an array of gompas, monasteries, temples, and a collection of other monumental buildings rich with historical tales. This sightseeing tour, which takes you from Delhi to Amritsar to Leh (and more), traverses the famed Himalayas lining India’s horizon by Jeep.

Spend 15 days strolling through the villages and towns dotting this tour, all imposed by the unforgettable, jaw-dropping, hard-to-ignore background painted by the Himalayas. The Himalayan Sightseeing Tour is not to be missed!

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Himalayan Sightseeing Tour

Travel across the Himalayas of India by 4x4 vehicle
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(101 reviews)
15 days from $2,195USD
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Duration
15 days
Season
Jan-Dec
Season
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Type
Guided, Private
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Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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Escape your usual in favour of the Himalayas for 15 days on the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour. You’ll discover the postcard-painted, mountain-tucked villages teetering on the edge of the Himalayas on this spectacular sightseeing tour. Amid the jetting peaks and rolling layers of green sit an array of gompas, monasteries, temples, and a collection of other monumental buildings rich with historical tales. This sightseeing tour, which takes you from Delhi to Amritsar to Leh (and more), traverses the famed Himalayas lining India’s horizon by Jeep.

Spend 15 days strolling through the villages and towns dotting this tour, all imposed by the unforgettable, jaw-dropping, hard-to-ignore background painted by the Himalayas. The Himalayan Sightseeing Tour is not to be missed!

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Trip highlights

Discover villages and cities nestled into the Himalayas, such as Leh, Alchi, Amritsar, and Dharamsala.

Experience the spirituality and zen of the monasteries, especially when you witness the prayer ritual at Thikse Gompa.

Explore New and Old Delhi at the end of your tour—it’s the bustling city where magnificent architectural wonders await!

Spend one night at a tented camp in Sarchu and let the sweet sounds of nature lull you to sleep.

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Arrive in Delhi
Meet and greet a tour representative at the airport before you transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring Delhi at your leisure. Enjoy a refreshing night at your hotel before the tour begins.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Delhi
Included Meals Dinner
Day 2
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Train to Amritsar
Get up nice and early to board your train from Delhi to Amritsar. You’ll take the Shatabdi Express at 7:40 am and arrive in Delhi around 1:20 pm, granting you with the afternoon to explore Amritsar, the spiritual centre for the Sikh religion. In the afternoon, you’ll head to the Golden Temple, a golden spectacle that’s certainly photo worthy. You can always opt to go to the Golden Temple in the early evening to watch the closing ceremony of the holy Granth Sahib.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Amritsar
Included Meals Breakfast, dinner
Day 3
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Travel to Dharamsala
After enjoying breakfast, you’ll transfer to Dharamsala. En route, you’ll stop at an ancient ruin from the 8th century, Masrur Temples. Admire the 15 rock-cut temples jetting out of the ground and overlooking the body of water below. Continue your drive to Dharamsala, where the snow-swept Dhauladhar ranges provide a picturesque backdrop. It’s also the headquarters for the Dalai Lama.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Dharamsala
Included Meals Breakfast, dinner
Day 4
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Sightseeing around Dharamsala
Enjoy a tasty breakfast before heading to Mcleodganj, a town with a large Tibetan population, for remarkable sights. Check out the golden roof on the Dip-Tse Chok Ling Gompa, as well as the library and museum. But note that isn’t an ordinary library! It holds Tibet’s original manuscripts. Once you’ve finished exploring this town, you’ll go to St. John’s Church, tucked into the wilderness.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Dharamsala
Included Meals Breakfast, dinner
Day 5
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Go to Palampur
Say goodbye to Dharamsala and begin a 4-hour drive to Palampur, a lush city surrounded by tea gardens and layers of pine trees. On your way, stop at the Norbulingka Institute to see Buddhist lessons unfold.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Palampur
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6
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Explore Manali
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to Manali, a quaint town that thrives with activity in the summer. After checking into your hotel, you’ll spend the afternoon visiting the Hadimba temple, nestled in nature, and Naggar Castle, a medieval monument. Then, rest your feet at your hotel for the night.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Manali
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7
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Sarchu
After breakfast, embark on an 8-hour drive to Sarchu, winding past stunning views en route. You’ll drive across the memorable 21 loops, also known as the “Gatta Loops.” Spend the night immersed in nature.
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Overnight Location Tented camp in Sarchu
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8
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Travel to Leh
Wake up after a relaxing night in the Himalayan wild and get ready for another scenic drive to Leh. Today marks the longest road trip of the tour, but the views spanning Leh make the car ride worth it!
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Overnight Location Hotel in Leh
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9
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Visit Hemis, Traktok Gompa, and Stok Palace
Enjoy a chilled-out, slow morning before you explore Leh, the joint capital of the Ladakh region, which is located in the western Himalayas. Then, you’ll embark on your sightseeing tour! Begin with a short drive to the largest monastery in Ladakh: the 17th-century built Hemis Monastery. After, head to Traktok Gompa, which is constructed around a cave, and still encompasses some frescoes. Your last stop includes a visit to Stok Palace, where the banished royal family once lived.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Leh
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 10
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Check out Thikse Gompa, Shey, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa
Today you’ll continue exploring the architectural wonders and spiritual juggernauts around Leh. Start with an early morning excursion to Thikse Gompa, where the monks perform a prayer ritual (Puja) at sunrise. Enjoy a delicious breakfast at a local restaurant after! Continue with a visit to Shey, the former ancient capital of Ladakh. After lunch at your hotel, admire the Leh Palace casting a shadow over the charming city. Next, stop by the ever-so majestic Shanti Stupa! Spend the evening walking around the Leh Market, which sells antiques, souvenirs, jewelry, and more.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Leh
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Day 11
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Visit Phyang and Likir Monasteries
Consume breakfast before departing to Alchi, where more monuments await. En route, visit the Phyang Monastery, which datesback to the 16th century, and the Likir Monastery, where a 9-storey statue of Buddha soars above the land.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Alchi
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 12
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Day trip to Lamayuru
After breakfast, head to Lamayuru monastery, perched on the top of a stony hill. Enjoy a delicious lunch before embarking on a brief 30-minute walk to the Monastery of Rizong, also home to the nunnery of Zulichen.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Alchi
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 13
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Check out Alchi Monastery, Spituk Gompa
Head back to Leh today! Before you go, stop at the Alchi Monastery and admire the massive clay-painted Buddha structures here. This monastery dates back to the 11th century. Just before you reach Leh, stop at the Spituk Gompa.
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Overnight Location Hotel in Leh
Included Meals Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 14
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Fly to Delhi
Wake up early for a 7:40 am flight from Leh to Delhi. Arrive in Delhi around 9 am, where a representative will greet you at the airport. Transfer to your hotel before embarking on a half-day sightseeing tour around Old Delhi. Visit Jama Masjid, discover the Chandni Chowk, one of the best bazaars in Asia via Rickshaw, stop by the cremation site of Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, and more!
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Overnight Location Hotel in Delhi
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Day 15
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Sightseeing around New Delhi
Spend a slow morning at your leisure before checking out of the hotel by noon. Your luggage will stay in the hotel lobby while you explore New Delhi. Check out the ancient, unrusted Qutub Minar, drive by the India Gate and the president’s residence. Enjoy a final dinner at your hotel before departing to the airport for your early morning flight.
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Included Meals Breakfast, dinner

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Dates and prices

This guided trekking tour to Ladakh in India is always run as a private tour for your group only and the price depends on the size of your group. Please note that the prices might increase during public holidays.

Prices below are per person:

  • Guided Groups of 2: from $2,495USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 3: from $2,150USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 4-6: from $2,195USD per person
  • Guided Groups of 7+: on request
What’s included

Meals

14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 14 dinners are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 14 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation is included for transfers to the different locations, pick-up, and drop-off spots throughout the tour. Please note that the flight from Leh do Delhi is not included and can be added to the package during the booking process.

Also Included

  • Guide services
  • Entrance fees to special areas where required

Not included

  • Flights to and from Delhi
  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Tour guide gratuity
  • Personal necessities such as drinks during mealtimes and laundry

Optional Extras

  • You can upgrade to single occupancy for a fee
  • Flights between Delhi and Leh: $216 per person (price might vary based on availability)
  • Sleeping bag rental: $13 per day

Accommodation for Himalayan Sightseeing Tour

This tour will have you staying in a combination of hotels, guest houses, and one tented camp. When you’re staying at a hotel, expect to stay in 3-4-star lodges. The hotels provided come with modern amenities that elevate your comfort. Do note that rooms are double occupancy, but you can always upgrade to single occupancy for an additional fee. Single travellers are also required to pay a supplement.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may be swapped for other similar accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
You can pay a supplement of {price currency="USD" value="525"} to have a private room in a hotel. It’s also possible to match single travellers up.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour?

This tour is rated as a 2 / 5. Expect high altitudes on this tour, but the excursions are no more difficult than pleasant strolls in and around the various monuments and towns.

Do I need a visa to travel to India?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour?

14 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 14 dinners are included on this tour.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip. Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Delhi to start this tour?

You can fly into Indira Gandhi International Airport in, where you will be met by your guide.

Is the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour in English?

Yes, the tour guide speaks English.

Where does the Himalayan Sightseeing Tour end?

The tour ends in Delhi, where you will be taken to the airport for your flight home.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to India?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for India?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

When is the best time to travel to India for this tour?

The best time to travel to Ladakh in India for trekking is from April to September.

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