2008 Spirit of the Himalayas:13 day India Tour

Wander the grounds of atmospheric Tibetan monasteries beneath spectacular snowcapped peaks.

When you wake to the vision of the snowcapped Himalayas on your vacation to one of India's holiest centers, you will absorb the peace that has inspired thousands of years of pilgrimage and prayer. Gaze on breathtaking scenery and learn about ancient religious traditions of the Tibetans, Sikhs and Hindus, who all regard this corner of India as God's country. Understand why this dstination has such spiritual appeal as you discover the unspoiled villages in one of nature's most inspired settings. Combine your northern India vacation with a visit to Amritsar in the Punjab, near the border of neighboring Pakistan, and take in the inspirational Golden Temple.

You are sure to be intoxicated by the 'Spirit of the Himalayas'.

Delhi, Shimla, Manali, Mandi, Palampur, Dharamsala, Amritsa, Delhi.

Trip grading: MODERATE to ADVENTUROUS Suitable for travellers with an above-average level of fitness and mobility. Prepare for some long road journeys and plenty of walking.

What's included: 12 nights hotel accommodation, all road transport by air-conditioned vehicles, all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers, local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily and five lunches.

Tour Leader: Travel Indochina tour leader based on a minimum of 7 people.

Maximum group size: 15 

Not Ready to go Home Yet?: Take our private 6-day ‘Golden Triangle’ option before or after your ‘Spirit of the Himalayas’ journey and discover another side of Delhi, Fatehpur Sikri, the ‘Pink City’ of Jaipur, and, most notably, the glorious Taj Mahal.

Ask our Travellers: "Wow - what an amazing place! Northern India was such an unexpected gem, and I have no idea how I would have organised it myself. Things ran like clockwork!" L. Scheid - USA

Responsible Travel: Get to know members of the exiled Tibetan community, and help us support the Tibetan Children’s Village, an organisation that runs schools and orphanages for thousands of disadvantaged refugees.