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Trek through remote Ladakh, Visit remote monasteries, Experience spiritual Dharamsala, Discover Buddhist treasures, Explore royal palaces, See the Hemis monastery, Drive over Rohtang Pass, Savour vibrant Delhi
An unforgettable adventure discovering spiritual havens and awesome mountain landscapes. Travel between two of the world's highest mountain ranges, the Karakoram and the Himalayas, witnessing some of the most breathtaking natural scenery on earth. Exploring isolated monasteries and palaces while trekking through desolate plains, gorges, valleys and mountain passes, come face to face with friendly locals who always share a smile. Via the awe-inspiring Rohtang Pass, relax beneath snow-capped peaks in Manali, visit the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala and get lost in the mayhem of Delhi. This is truly a trip to the heavens and back.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Simple hotels/guesthouses (13 nts), camping (4 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
Transportation: Plane, overnight train, jeep, bus, auto-rickshaws, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Delhi | The walled city of Old Delhi holds an intoxicating mix of sights and sounds. | | Days 2-3 | Leh | Explore Leh Palace in the capital of Ladakh. | | Day 4 | Likir | The route to Likir is filled with stone carved mantras and Buddhist monasteries. | | Days 5-7 | Himalayan Trek | Trek through moonlike landscapes past ruined forts and ancient monasteries. | | Day 8 | Alchi | The exuberantly painted shrines and beautiful frescoes of the Alchi Monastery are treasures. | | Day 9 | Stok | Explore the fabulous period costumes and jewellery at the Stock Palace Museum. | | Days 10-11 | Hemis/leh | The Thiksey gompa of Shey resonates with the sombre tones of gongs and chanting lamas. | | Days 12-14 | Serchu/Manali | Browse the lively markets of Manali. | | Day 15 | Mandi | Spend the night in the former Raja's palace. | | Days 16-17 | Dharamsala | The Dalai Lama's home in exile is full of monks in crimson robes. | | Days 18-19 | Overnight Train/Delhi | Take an overnight train back to Delhi. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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