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 view of the snowcapped Himalayas in one of India's holiest centres, you will experience the peace that has inspired thousands of years of pilgrimage and prayer.

Few destinations are as evocative as the Himalayas, the world's highest mountain range. Here, gaze on breathtaking scenery and learn about ancient religious traditions. Tibetans, Sikhs and Hindus all regard this corner of India as God's country - understand why as you discover the unspoiled villages in one of nature's most inspired settings. Culminate with a visit to Amritsar in the Punjab, near the border of neighbouring Pakistan, and take in the inspirational Golden Temple. You're 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.