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Mountains & Mystics of India
13 Days | Say namaste to Himalayan foothills and spiritual awakening.
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Delhi, India
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Delhi, India
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Trip Code
HHSF
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - null
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Meals
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
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Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Train, Heritage Train, Metro, Cycle rickshaw, Taxi
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Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night), Hotel (9 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Heritage Hotel (1 night)
From £1,280(13 days)
Trip Informations
Take a tour of India and be introduced to the Mountains and Mystics of this incredible country. This is a journey of the body, mind, and spirit as you travel through the foothills of the world's highest mountains – the Himalayas. These mystical lands look and feel very different from the rest of India – from the food and clothes to the crisp, clean mountain air and spiritual soul of the locals. Discover it all on a 13-day enlightening adventure, and be enchanted by a land in perfect balance between physical and spiritual worlds.
Why you’ll love this trip
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The cool mountain air of Shimla Hill Station and a scenic ride on the World Heritage-listed ‘toy-train’ are the perfect way to experience this Himalayan hideout.
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Explore the home of the Dalai Lama – Dharmasala. This highland haven is the ideal place for an enlightening experience of Tibetan spirituality, culture, and history.
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Witness a unique ‘performance’ of the flag ceremony at India and Pakistan's Wagah border – a daily practice conducted since 1959, drawing crowds for its unconventional and ostentatious practices.
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Learn about Sikhism on an included visit to the one of most sacred monuments of the faith – the luminous Golden Temple in Amritsar.
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Breeze through the self-proclaimed ‘Yoga Capital of the World’ in Rishikesh, walking along the holy Ganges, and explore the crumbling beauty and famous mural-lined walls of the Chaurasi Kutia ashram.
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By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Tuuur Foundation partner, Positive Change for Marine Life. Donations help them to nurture ocean health with community-led conservation initiatives that inspire coastal restoration, sustainable fishing practices and waste-management. Tuuur will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Tuuur Foundation.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip involves some long train rides, which can be tiresome but offer a quintessential Indian experience. Your overnight sleeper train from Amritsar to Haridwar takes approximately 10 hours. Sleeper trains are clean and air-conditioned and a great way to travel long distances while still getting maximum time in each place. Beds are padded berths with sheets, pillow and blanket provided (although some people prefer to bring their own sleeping sheet). Please note that you may be sharing with locals of the same or opposite gender. Long-distance and overnight trains can often be delayed and occasionally cancelled due to heavy fog between December and February. Read more about what to expect on an overnight train
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Part of travelling with Tuuur means respecting local cultures and sensibilities. That way you get the most out of your interactions with local people and environments. We visit a number of temples on this trip, which requires a certain level of modesty. Please bring clothes that cover the arms and pants/skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it's hot.
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This trip travels into the Himalayas, where temperatures can get very low. We don't run the trip in winter, but ensure that you're well prepared for cold weather at any time of the year (particularly from November to March). The sun can also be strong at higher altitudes, so make sure you bring a hat, sunscreen and any other sun protection.
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We'll be taking a private vehicle between Mandi and Dharmsala. The road through the mountains is rough and bumpy, but the scenery, adventure and opportunity to mingle with locals will (hopefully) distract you from any discomfort.
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In Dharmsala, our vehicle can't get all the way to the hotel so some walking (approximately 500 metres) with your luggage will be required.
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As Rishikesh is a sacred town, no alcohol consumption is permitted during our time here.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Day 1 • Delhi
- DAY 2Day 2 • Delhi
- DAY 3Day 3 • Shimla
- DAY 4Day 4 • Shimla
- DAY 5Day 5 • Mandi
- DAY 6Day 6 • Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)
- DAY 7Day 7 • Dharamsala (McLeod Ganj)
- DAY 8Day 8 • Amritsar
- DAY 9Day 9 • Amritsar – Overnight train
- DAY 10Day 10 • Rishikesh
- DAY 11Day 11 • Rishikesh – River Ganges
- DAY 12Day 12 • Delhi
- DAY 13Day 13 • Delhi
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Private vehicle, Public bus, Train, Heritage Train, Metro, Cycle rickshaw, Taxi
bed Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night), Hotel (9 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Heritage Hotel (1 night)
festival Activities
circleDelhi - Leader-led Old Delhi walking & rickshaw tour
circleDelhi - Visit to the Jama Masjid Mosque
circleDelhi - Sheeshganj Gurudwara (Sikh Temple)
circleShimla - Leader-led walking tour
circleShimla - Viceregal Lodge
circleMandi - Leader-led walking tour
circleDharamsala - Norbulingka Institute
circleDharamsala - Dalai Lama Temple
circleAmritsar - Golden Temple
circleAmritsar - Jallianwallah Bagh
circleAmritsar - Wagah Border ceremony
circleRishikesh - Leader-led walking tour
circleRishikesh - Chaurasi Kutia 'The Beatles Ashram'
museum Optional activities
circleDelhi - Qutub Minar - INR600
circleDelhi - Humayun's Tomb - INR600
circleDelhi - Gandhi's Delhi Urban Adventure - INR3350
circleDelhi - Home-Cooked Delhi Urban Adventure - INR4000
circleDelhi - Delhi Food Walk Urban Adventure - INR3750
circleShimla - Cinema - INR100
circleShimla - Jakhu Temple - Free
circleShimla - Lakkhar Bazar - Free
circleDharamsala - Losel Doll Museum - INR50
circleRishikesh - Yoga Class - INR600
circleRishikesh - White Water Rafting - INR1500
circleDelhi - Hidden Gems of Delhi Urban Adventure - INR4100
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 9 (overnight sleeper train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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2. Please note that due to train arrival times there may not be any free time in Delhi at the end of this tour. We advise booking additional accommodation to extend your stay.
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3. Please provide your full name exactly as it appears on your passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport. Fees may apply for adding or amending details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases, you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket.
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