This tour is a stunning exploratory journey, one that takes us from the heartland of Kashmir to the remote beauty of Ladakh, and to the fantastic spectacle of the Taj Mahal. It is an ideal holiday for those wishing to leave the beaten track and embark on an adventure, and also fits easily into a longer itinerary for travel around India and Nepal.
01 DELHI
On arrival in Delhi you are met and transferred to your hotel.
02 DELHI - SRINAGAR
We transfer to the airport for our morning flight to Srinagar. You are met and transfer to your luxury houseboat accommodation.
03 SRINAGAR
The day is spent relaxing on the beautiful lake in Srinagar, exploring the lakeside communities or wandering around the city.
04 - 19 TREKKING
Trekking commences until Day 19. This expedition is an exciting adventure into one of the remotest parts of Asia, and one that acquaints us with the Tibetan way of life. At night our camp is set up for us to relax and enjoy our memories of the day over dinner around the warm glow of the campfire. We cross the three main mountain ranges of the Kashmir Himalaya, encountering along the way a fascinating cross section of people as we camp at different traditional mountain villages along the way. As we cross the first pass, the Pir Panjal (3982m), we enter the beautiful Wadvan Valley. The scenery changes dramatically to a stark, almost lunar landscape. We reach Purinchen, the origin of the Buddhist religion, and we visit the famous Gompa Monastery at Rangdum. Our final pass is over the Zanskar Range (Kanji La, 5162m). A two day walk then brings us back to Heniskot, where our transport is waiting to drive us to Leh, Ladakh's capital.
20 LEH
On arrival in Leh we transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is spent enjoying a well-earned rest.
21 LEH
The day is spent sightseeing in and around Leh, the capital of Ladakh, which is nestled in a valley just north of the Indus. We visit some of the Buddhist gompas here, including the Namgyal Tsemo Gompa, built in 1430, which contains a fabulous three-storey-high image of the Buddha, as well as many ancient manuscripts and frescoes. Above lies the ruined fort, from which spectacular views of Leh, blooming amidst a fluttering of brightly coloured prayer flags, can be enjoyed. Several nearby villages with fascinating Buddhist history lie within easy walking distance, whilst within Leh a vibrant culture of colourful bazaar shops and stalls thrives.
22 LEH - SRINAGAR
We transfer to the airport for our flight back to Srinagar. On arrival, you transfer to Nagin Lake to reflect on a fantastic expedition.
23 - 24 SRINAGAR
Two lazy days are spent at leisure in Srinagar, to rest after the trek or to explore the city and shop for famous Kashmiri handicrafts. A marvellously lazy day can be spent lounging on a Shikara boat, exploring the narrow waterways of the lake. Sightseeing in and around Srinagar takes in the beautiful Hazratbal mosque, where the famous relic of the repository of a single hair of the prophet Mohammed is found, and exhibited on certain days of the year. We explore the old city and visit the beautiful Mughal gardens, a legacy of the Mughals' great love for Kashmir.
25 SRINAGAR - DELHI
We transfer to the airport for our flight to Delhi. On arrival we check into your hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.
26 DELHI - AGRA - DELHI
We drive the 200 kms to Agra, home of India's most famous monument, the magnificent Taj Mahal. We spend several hours exploring this sacred sight and learning its history before driving back to Delhi in the evening.
27 DELHI
We transfer to the airport or station for your onward journey. Tour ends.
Cost Include
Accommodation on a room-only basis in Delhi and Leh. Full board accommodation on houseboat in Srinagar and all-inclusive camping during trek (including cooked breakfast, packed lunch and cooked dinner).
All trekking expeditions as specified with guide and porters. You carry only your day-pack. All camping equipment including modern tents and down sleeping bags is provided.
All transfers and Sight seen tours by car, Jeep and Coach including pick-ups and drop-offs at airport or station.
All sightseeing tours as specified.
All internal economy class flights: Delhi - Srinagar; Leh - Srinagar; Srinagar - Delhi.
International Airfare on request or Contact your travel agent
Group Size: [Min 4 pax-Max 15 pax]
Cost Does Not Include -
Monument Fee, Lunch & Dinner, Personal Nature Items, Camera Fee at Monuments, Hot & Soft Drinks, Traveling Insurance.
