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Ladakh
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
19 days (ex Delhi)
Highlights:
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
Trip Code:
HSP
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 4, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1765
*(plus local payment INR Rs15000)
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
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.
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meals included: 12 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 4 Dinners
transport: Plane, overnight train, jeep, bus, auto-rickshaws, walking
accommodation: Simple hotels/guesthouses (13 nts), camping (4 nts), overnight train (1 nt)
budget: Allow USD $200 for meals not included.
departs: Selected Tue
important notes: When making your booking please provide full passport details including date of issue, sex, date of birth and nationality.
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.
| start date | finish date | places available | bookings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 12 Aug 08 | Sat 30 Aug 08 | bookings closed | |
| Tue 09 Sep 08 | Sat 27 Sep 08 | bookings closed | |
| Tue 23 Jun 09 | Sat 11 Jul 09 | 7+ | book now |
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Every day, hundreds of happy people return from Intrepid trips, and their comments are here for you to read. We do not screen the feedback on this site, all comments are posted here as they were written (unless they used inappropriate language).
The trip is a really good combination of high 'breathtaking' altitudes and relaxing days in the hills and the Indian lowland. For me the most interesting experience was the direct comparison of Hinduism and Buddhism (sometimes in the same area).
Andreas Eichhorn
Ladakh is filled with beautiful, warm-hearted and smiling people. The trekking brought us to villages, remote amazing areas, beautiful valleys, high mountains, and many local people. The road from Leh to Manali is a once in a lifetime experience - and one that I'm glad I did. The trip overall was incredible.
Kathy Anderson
This was a great trip with a little bit of everything for the truely Intrepid traveler!
Sandra Kell
Very good trip whit a lot of different things. Tempels, Monestery, trekking. We saw a lot of things and city's what gave a good overal view.
Paulina Hartman
It was a nice and good trip, and i liked it that mutch that is will travel again whit intrepid.
Anja Roosink-schutte
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