Northern India & Himalayan Trails

Northern India & Himalayan Trails

• Trip code: 485X031
• Dauer: 22
• Stil: Classic

India doesn’t do anything halfway — and neither does this journey. Over 22 days you’ll explore its many faces, from the timeless monuments of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur to the peaceful houseboats of Kashmir and the lush valleys of Pahalgam and Sonmarg. Then ascend into Ladakh, where high mountain passes reveal stark moonscapes, ancient monasteries, and the shimmering waters of Pangong Lake. Along the way you’ll share meals with welcoming families, stay in heritage homes and houseboats, and immerse yourself in traditions that have endured for centuries. This is India at its most diverse and unforgettable — a sweeping adventure across history, culture, and the Himalayas.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Simple hotel (twin-share): 16 nights, Homestay: 3 nights, Camp site: 1 night, House boat: 1 night

Checklist

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noice-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 18

Highlights

Walk the historic streets of Delhi and explore the Taj Mahal and Jaipur’s palaces, Cruise Dal Lake on a houseboat and trek through the valleys of Pahalgam and Sonmarg, Cross high passes into Ladakh to explore monasteries and gaze at the waters of Pangong Lake, Stay in heritage homes and houseboats while connecting with families and local communities, Experience the spirit of Tibetan Buddhist culture in villages and monasteries across the Himalayas

Introduction

India doesn’t do anything halfway — and neither does this journey. Over 22 days you’ll explore its many faces, from the timeless monuments of Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur to the peaceful houseboats of Kashmir and the lush valleys of Pahalgam and Sonmarg. Then ascend into Ladakh, where high mountain passes reveal stark moonscapes, ancient monasteries, and the shimmering waters of Pangong Lake. Along the way you’ll share meals with welcoming families, stay in heritage homes and houseboats, and immerse yourself in traditions that have endured for centuries. This is India at its most diverse and unforgettable — a sweeping adventure across history, culture, and the Himalayas

Meals Included

8 Frühstück, 5 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD440-575 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Delhi
- Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi

Jaipur
- Jaipur Cycle Tour
- Kochkurs bei einer einheimischen Familie in Jaipur
- Besichtigung des Hawa Mahal (Palast der Winde) (202INR pro Person)
- Besuch von Jantar Mantar (202INR pro Person)
- Raj Mandir Kino und Film (200-400INR pro Person)
- Im Heißluftballon über Jaipur

Srinagar
- Dachigam National Park

Leh
- Astronomy Experience

Start / Finish

Delhi nach Leh

Transport

Private vehicle, Plane, Boat, Jeep, Walking

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Transfer durch Women With Wheels, Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: City Walk, Delhi
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Anoothi Block Printing Experience, Jaipur
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Overnight at the Lamayuru Monastery, Lāmayūrū
Dein Local-Living-Moment: Kyagar House Experience, Nubra Valley. Guided Old & New Delhi tours including Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Qutub Minar, and Humayun’s Tomb. Sunrise visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra. Agra Fort and I’timad-ud-Daulah (Baby Taj) visit. Jaipur sightseeing including Amber Fort, City Palace, and Hawa Mahal. Block printing workshop in Jaipur. Domestic flight from Delhi to Srinagar. Panoramic walk to Shankaracharya Hill. Guided visit to Srinagar’s Mughal Gardens (Nishat, Shalimar, Chashm-e-Shahi). Houseboat stay & shikara ride on Dal Lake. Guided Lidder Valley trek. Short guided hike in Sonmarg + Jeep ride to Zero Point. Scenic drive through Zozila Pass & Kargil. Visit to Drass War Memorial, Mulbekh Monastery, and Kargil Gompa. Evening walk through Lamayuru’s moonlike landscapes. Leh Old City guided walk and Central Asian Museum visit. Sunset visit to Shanti Stupa. Morning prayer experience at Samstanling Monastery. Crossing Khardung La Pass, one of the highest motorable roads in the world. Visit Diskit Monastery and explore the Nubra Valley. Immersive cultural storytelling at Kyagar House and Pangong Lake homestays. Early morning yoga by Pangong Lake. Visit Rezang La Memorial and meet Pashmina herders. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

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Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich. Ankunftstransfer durch Women With Wheels, einem von G Adventures unterstützten Projekt, inklusive

Day 2 Delhi/Āgra

Lass dich auf einem inklusiven Spaziergang von einem Jugendlichen aus dem von G Adventures geförderten New Delhi Streetkids Project durch das Delhi abseits der Touristenströme führen

Day 3 Āgra

Besichtige das weltberühmte Taj Mahal, Baby Taj, und das Agra Fort

Day 4 Āgra/Dorf Dhula

Zwischenstopp in Fatehpur Sikri, der verlassenen ehemaligen Hauptstadt des Mogulreiches. Reise am Nachmittag in das Dorf Dhula und lerne das Landleben in Rajasthan bei einem Radausflug näher kennen. Heute kannst du am Feuer entspannen und den nächtlichen Sternenhimmel genießen

Day 5 Dorf Dhula/Jaipur

Schlendere durch die raffiniert angelegten Straßen der "Pink City"

Day 6 Jaipur

Genieße eine Besichtigung von Fort Amber, berühmt für seine Mischung aus hinduistischer und muslimischer Architektur. Besuche danach den Stadtpalast und fotografiere den Hawa Mahal (Palast der Winde). Optional kannst du dir auch die astronomische Stätte Jantar Mantar ansehen oder einen Bollywood-Film im Raj Mandir ansehen

Day 7 Jaipur/Delhi

Rückfahrt am Nachmittag nach Delhi. Zeit zur freien Verfügung um die Stadt zu erkunden

Day 8 Delhi/Srinagar

Fly from Delhi to Srinagar, in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Join an evening orientation walk through the famous Lal Bazar market area alongside your CEO

Day 9 Srinagar

Today we'll learn why Srinagar is the largest city and the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. With the stunning Dal Lake, beautiful gardens and historic temples, you'll quickly see why Srinagar is so magnificent

Day 10 Srinagar

Join your group for an unforgettable sunrise from the deck of a Shikara, a traditional Jammu and Kashmir style boat. Pay a visit to what's considered the oldest temple in all of Jammu and Kashmir, the Shankaracharya Temple. The rest of the day is yours to explore Srinagar. We recommend a safari at Dachigam National Park to spot the Royal Kashmir stag. Tonight we will stay on a houseboat on Dal Lake

Day 11 Srinagar/Pahalgām

Drive to Pahalgam and stop at the Avantipura Temple Ruins and Martand Sun Temple on the way. Arrive to Pahalgam in the afternoon and join an orientation walk of the bazaar and down town area

Day 12 Pahalgām/Sonāmarg

We continue east through Jammu and Kashmir to the town of Sonamarg. We'll stop at the famous Zero Point for incredible glacial views and then explore the Sonamarg Bazaar

Day 13 Sonāmarg/Lāmayūrū

Cross the border into the next Indian union territory of Ladakh, known for its high-altitude cold Himalayan desert and often referred to as "Little Tibet." On the way stop and visit the Kargil War Memorial. In Lamayuru, we will be staying in the guesthouse of the Lamayuru Monastery, an incredible opportunity to witness the activities of the monks

Day 14 Lāmayūrū/Leh

Travel deeper into the Ladakh region as we head to Leh today. On the way, stop at Sangam point, a beautiful lookout point where the Indus and Zanskar Rivers meet. Next stop is at the optical illusion known as "Magnetic Hill," a gravity hill where a downhill road appears to be uphill, making vehicles in neutral seem to roll upwards. This phenomenon is caused by the layout of the surrounding landscape and slopes, creating the illusion. Third stop is to Gurudwara Pathar Sahib, a significant Sikh pilgrimage site. Arrive to Leh and join an orientation walk of the Leh Market

Day 15 Leh

Spend today exploring Leh on your terms. As Ladakh's biggest city, there is much to do and see

Day 16 Leh

Dive head first into historic Leh today on a tour of the Old City. Learn about its unique connection to Tibet as you wander the narrow, winding streets. Then continue to the Central Asian Museum to learn about Ladakh's connection to the Silk Road. Enjoy the beauty of the town with an evening visit to Thiksey Monastery and the Shanti Stupa. Tonight, opt to join an astronomy experience with local women of Leh

Day 17 Leh/Nubra Valley

Drive across one of the highest motorways in the world as we head to Nubra Valley. On the way, visit the colourful Diskit Monastery, the incredible Sumur Sand Dunes and connect with local Ladakhi culture at the Kyagar House

Day 18 Nubra Valley

Explore the breathtaking region of Nubra Valley today. Visit the Ensa Monastery, hike to Yarab Tso Lake, soak in a picturesque hot spring and learn of the Indo-China War at the Col. Rinchen Chewang Museum

Day 19 Nubra Valley/Pangong Tso

Join the morning prayer ceremony at Samstanling Monastery. Then drive northwest along the Shayok River to Maan Village on the shores of Pangong Tso Lake (at 4350m in elevation). Check into the homestay then walk alongside your CEO to Pangong Lake for an easy yet rewarding hike! Tonight, join your homestay host for some stargazing in this remote village

Day 20 Pangong Tso/Leh

Make the most of your lake time and rise early for a special morning yoga session by the beach for all levels. Afterwards, fill up on breakfast before starting the drive back to Leh. The first stop of the day is to Rezang La Memorial, an important monument from the 1962 War. The next stop brings us to a nomadic settlement where we will learn about the luxurious pashmina cashmere. Then arrive to Leh in the evening for free time

Day 21 Leh

Today is yours to do as you wish in Leh. Want to rest? Chill out in the hotel. If you want to explore, get out on the town! The choice is yours

Day 22 Leh

Depart at any time

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

Arriving early with a free day in Delhi? Opt to add the "Half Day Culinary Tour of Delhi" extra to your tour.

Day 2 Delhi/Āgra

Day 3 Āgra

Bewundere bei Sonnenaufgang den schimmernden Taj Mahal, bevor du diese berühmte Sehenswürdigkeit genauer unter die Lupe nimmst. Nachmittags besuchst du das Itimad-ud-Daula-Mausoleum (die kleine Schwester des Taj Mahal) und das Fort von Agra – eine ummauerte Stadt, die von den Moguln erobert wurde.

Day 4 Āgra/Dorf Dhula

Fatehpur Sikri ist eine atemberaubend gut erhaltene UNESCO-Welterbestätte. Im Dorf Dhula wirst du die Gelegenheit haben, etwas über das lokale Leben zu erfahren. Optional kannst du dich auch bei einer unterhaltsamen Partie Cricket vergnügen, in der ruhigen Atmosphäre entspannen oder dir ein Fahrrad schnappen, um die Umgebung zu erkunden.

Heute übernachten wir in geräumigen und komfortablen Zelten mit Betten, Lampen und einfachen, eigenen Bädern.

Day 5 Dorf Dhula/Jaipur

Nachdem du die wunderschönen Stufenbrunnen von Abhaneri bewundert und mehr über die historische Bedeutung dieser typisch indischen Konstruktion erfahren hast, geht es weiter in die „Rosa Stadt“ Jaipur. Die im Hindu-Architekturstil errichtete Stadt ist einzigartig angelegt und mit keinem anderen Ort in Indien vergleichbar.

Day 6 Jaipur

Opt to get active by pre-booking a cycle tour or sharpen your culinary skills by pre-booking a cooking class with a local family.

Day 7 Jaipur/Delhi

Admire the Pink City from above by pre-booking the morning Jaipur Balloon Ride when booking your tour.

Day 8 Delhi/Srinagar

Day 9 Srinagar

Day 10 Srinagar

Day 11 Srinagar/Pahalgām

Day 12 Pahalgām/Sonāmarg

Day 13 Sonāmarg/Lāmayūrū

Day 14 Lāmayūrū/Leh

Day 15 Leh

Day 16 Leh

Day 17 Leh/Nubra Valley

Day 18 Nubra Valley

Day 19 Nubra Valley/Pangong Tso

Day 20 Pangong Tso/Leh

Day 21 Leh

Day 22 Leh