Grade: Easy (tour)

Max Elevation: 1600m

11 days – A culturally rich tour combining key highlights of Nepal, Yuksom in West Sikkim, Darjeeling and Gangtok. Experience the diverse culture and ancient artefacts of Nepal as you visit stunning World Heritage Sites. Fly to Bhadrapur for the onward scenic drive to Darjeeling. Highlights include visits to a local tea garden, the Tibetan Refugee Self Help Center and the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute. Take in the views on a toy train ride to Ghoom to visit Ghoom Monastery, the railway museum and colourful local markets. Experience sunrise and breathtaking mountain views over the Himalayas from the summit of Tiger Hill. Visit revered Pemayangtse Monastery, head of all monasteries of the Nyingma-pa sect of Tibetan Bhuddism with its walls and ceilings decked in brilliantly hued frescoes of gods and demons. Make a wish at Kecheopalri Lake, the wishing lake, considered to be the holiest in Sikkim. Explore ancient palace ruins and sacred monasteries including Dubdi, the oldest in Sikkim and Norbu Gang, consecration site of the first religious king. Visit the Institute of Tibetology and explore picturesque traditional villages with local handicrafts centres and flower markets. Fly back to Kathmandu for a visit to the City of Devotees with time to explore the ancient streets and relax before departure

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Grade: Easy - Moderate

Max Elevation: 5260m

07 days 06 nights – The focal point of this tour is the wonderful Tse-Chu festival at Hemis. Hemis Tse Chu, a two-day festival, is the biggest and most famous of the monastic festivals of Ladakh. It is dedicated to Padmasambhava, the patron saint of Tibetan Buddhism and the one who brought Buddhism from India to Tibet. The taming, conversion and eventual integration of the pre-Buddhist Bon-po gods and demons into the Buddhist pantheon as guardian divinities are reverently attributed to him. A visit to the Hemis festival is a must see event and a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in local culture and tradition as you watch the colourful dance dramas, masked dances and ceremonies. As well as enjoying the festival and exploring Leh and the surrounding area you'll also travel along the highest motorable road pass in the world on a day excursion and scenic drive over the high Khardong La pass at 5260m with stunning views from the top over the Indus Valley to the endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar Range.

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Grade: Moderate-Strenuous

Max Elevation: 4940m

17 days – Trek to the Goche La pass in the West Sikkim Himalayas. Travel over high mountain passes through virgin forests and breathtaking valleys surrounded by snow clad mountains. Enjoy magnificent views of the Kanchenjunga Range from Dzongri and close ups of the Kanchenjunga Massif from Goecha La. Encounter nomadic yak herders and explore traditional nomadic villages and ancient monasteries amid stunning wilderness landscapes. Beautiful scenic drives through typical Sikkimese countryside of terraced rice fields, orange orchards, cardamom and ginger plantations. Trek through tropical jungle on into temperate forests including magnificent forests of rhododendron, magnolia and silver firs, past cool mountain streams. The snow clad peaks of Narsing, Tenzing Kang and Pandim are so near you feel you can touch them. Camp beside serene Lake Samity,a sacred lake and place of pilgrimage for devout Buddhists. Trek through glacial moraines over high Goecha La pass into North Sikkim for magnificent views of the Kangchenjunga Massif. Travel on through moss and lichen filled jungle to reach Yuksom where the first Chogyal (Religious King) of Sikkim was crowned in 1642. Visit revered Pemayangste Monastery before travelling on to experience the sights and sounds of Darjeeling. Visit local tea gardens and take a ride on the toy train to Ghoom before the return flight to Kathmandu. Enjoy relaxed sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley including a visit to the City of Devotees.

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Grade: Strenuous

Max Elevation:5100m

14 days – This is one of the most varied and beautiful treks in the world and the best short trek in the magical and timeless land of Ladakh, often known as Little Tibet. Trek into the Hemis National Park where the trail ventures high into the Himalaya, crossing two high mountain passes and circling the edge of the Indus Valley before descending into Zanskar. Travel through dramatic terrain ranging from beautiful narrow valleys to vast wide open expanses and moonscapes, past picturesque villages and hilltops dotted with grand ancient monasteries in an area where Tibetan Buddhism still flourishes.This is the land of the elusive Snow Leopard, Blue Sheep, Lammergier and Golden Eagle. As you trek to the upper end of the Markha Valley the reward is truely spectacular views of jagged snow capped peaks before crossing the high Gongmarlu pass and descending to famous Hemis Monastery where this memorable trek ends.

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Grade: Moderate max elevation 5325m

14 days – Ladakh the remote borderland at the end of the Western Himalayas and cut off for the road communication for seven months of the year is now accessible from Manali in Himachal Pradesh through the highest mountain passes in the world.This overland safari begins in the green, verdant valleys of Kullu-Manali, skirts around the mysterious valleys of Lahoul and Spiti, climbs over high passes as high as Tanglang (5112m) and Baralacha (4891m) to the awesome vistas of the tableland of " Little Tibet". During this journey you'll drive across three major mountain ranges of-the Greater Himalayas, Zanskar and Ladakh-to the foothills of the highest mountain mass of the world, the Karakorams or Mustagh, encompassing the world's second highest peak, K2 (8611 m.). In between high passes and grotesque gorges you'll traverse extensive, stark moonscapes, the legendary Moore plains and the surrealistic steppes of Sarchu. The valley heights range between 1700m to 4600m where cold, wild, winds scrape the rubble and whistle past a lonesome Chorten or a Mani (prayer) stone wall. Atop high passes you'll come face-to face with a maze of snow-capped mountain tops and serrated craggy ridges which hide some of the world's largest glaciers outside the polar region. Nubra Valley is popularly known as Ldorma or the Valley of Flowers and is situated to the North of Ladakh between the Karakoram & Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. This both stunning and daunting terrain has not deterred the lone wayfarer or the trade caravans of old who traveled back and forth on this route on foot, camel and yak, carrying spices, brocades and jewels and whose ancient travelers carried cross currents of culture and ethnic variations, transferring this Trans-Himalayan land into a rich repository of myriad cultural and religious influences from mainland India, Tibet and Central Asia.

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Grade: Strenuous

Max Elevation:4258m

18 days – This trek in the Garhwal Himalayas and around Nanda Devi is dedicated to the legendary Terrible Twins Shipton and Tilman who extensively explored the mountains of the Garhwal. Enjoy the train ride on the Shatabdi Express to Haridwar. Follow trails over mountain passes, through dense rich forests, across tumbling streams and wide open bugayals- meadows of the region which serve as high altitude summer grazing grounds. Visit traditional Hindu villages, holy temples including famous Nanda Devi temple and the holy pilgrimage sites of Rishikesh and Haridwar. Rishikesh is home to peaceful ashrams teaching meditation and yoga where you can watch the evening ritual when tiny candle rafted are floated by the devotees into the waters at sunset. Enjoy panoramic views of the Himalaya, all the way from Trisul to the peaks of Kedarnath, Kamet, Nilkanth, Rishikot, Changabang, Chowkhamba and of course Nanda Devi to name but a few of the spectacular views on this spectacular trek.

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Grade: Moderate-Strenuous

Max Elevation: 3636m

13 days – This trek beginning and ending in Darjeeling takes you along the famed Singalila Range to Sandakphu and Phalut. On the way you will pass through spectacular forests of silver fir, rhododendrons, chestnuts, oaks, magnolias and hemlock. A springtime trek reveals not only stunning views of the mountains but whole hillsides covered with rhododendron and magnolia flowers. A post monsoon trek reveals the mountains in crisper glory when the rains have washed away the haze. The trail from Sandakphu to Phalut is an exhilarating experience with awesome views of four of the world’s highest mountains: Everest, Makalu, Lhotse and Kanchenjunga in one glance. From Tumling enjoy fine views of the Nepalese valleys and the plains of North Bengal with the snow fed Teesta to the east, Koshi to the West. Climb through beautiful rhododendron, silver fir, chestnut and pine forests. Visit the Black Pond at Kalpokhari where the water is black and never freezes and travel through the Valley of Poison. Bathe in fresh mountain streams and haggle at local bazaars before your return to the charms of Kathmandu. Visit World Heritage sites and relax in the vibrant capital.

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Grade: Easy (tour)

13 days – From the exotic charms, bustling streets and tranquil courtyards and ancient monuments of Delhi to the awesome splendours and romance of commanding forts and luxurious mansions straight from the pages of Arabian Nights. Experience the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world and monument to imagination and love. Explore the maze of courtyards, private rooms and mosque and grandeur of the Mughal Empire at Agra Fort. See Jaipur, the deserted royal city of red sandstone also known as “The Pink City” and wonder at the futuristic Jantar Mantar Observatory. Ascend on elephant back to the Amber Fort, a palace fortress famed for the excellence of design and decoration of its chambers and hallways. Journey to the ancient fort city of Ajmer before travelling on to Jaisalmer, in the heart of the Great Indian Desert. Visit commanding desert fortresses, colourful bazaars and serene gardens. Experience an unforgettable sunset camel ride into the sand dunes. Travel on to the imperial city of Jodhpur,that echoes with tales of antiquity in the emptiness of the desert and is now the second largest city of Rajasthan. After the historic grandeur and heady colour of Jodhpur journey onward to Ranakpur to visit 15th century Jain Temple and the Temple of the Sun God with their intricate friezes and sculptures. Explore Udaipur, Venice of the East and the City of Dawn, where exquisite lake palaces shimmer like jewels on Lake Pichola. Marvel at the richness of City Palace and the Peacock Courtyard. Relax in serene gardens and enjoy a cruise on the placid lake waters before your return drive to Delhi where your journey begins and ends.

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Grade: Easy-Moderate (tour)

Max Elevation: 4880m

17 days – A unique journey by express steam engine to travel back in time. After a morning visiting both New and Old Delhi in this city of contrasts, join the steam train to Shimla as it takes you into bygone times and climbs slowly deeper and higher into the Shivalik Hills up to Shimla, a small place with a huge history and once the summer capital of the British Raj. Enjoy a gentle stroll to Scandal Point, still the social hub of Shimla. Drive to the picturesque hill station Manali following the narrow and breathtaking Beas Gorge and into beautiful alpine meadows and fruit orchards of the Kullu Valley, famous for its superior quality apples, apricots and cherries. Visit famous Hadimba Devi Temple and stroll through the mall to visit the hot springs at Vashisth. Travel the high altitude road beyond the great Himalayan range, up winding mountain roads from the densely fertile and lush Kullu Valley to the stark barren region of Ladakh. Cross the scenic Baralacha Pass with fine views of Deepak and Suraj Tal lakes before descending to the vast Sarchu Plains. Travel up to the Pang Plateau, abode of the Kiang (Tibetan wild ass). Drive the second highest motorable road in the world from the Tag Lang La pass down into the Indus Valley and across the Indus River with beautiful views of the Karakoram Mountains and the Ladakh Valley. Meet local people and visit quaint traditional bazaars in Leh. Enjoy a short day trek to a traditional village in the Indus Valley with a quaint little monastery. Visit photogenic Lamayuru Monastery, a major landmark on the old Silk Road between India and Tibet, dating from the 10th century. See Ridzong Monastery, one of the most impressive in Ladakh with its wonderful collection of Thankas and beautiful location. Visit three “must do” icons of the Indus Valley: Shey summer palace and monastery and Thiksey and Hemis monasteries. View collections of precious stones, stupas, colourful Thankas and gold statues including a 7.5 meter copper statue of a sitting Buddha wrought in gold, the largest of its kind in the world. Enjoy a short flight back to Delhi with the rest of the day to relax, shop or take an optional day excursion to the world famous Taj Mahal.

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Grade: Easy (tour)

15 days – Follow in the footsteps of Lord Buddha on this wonderful tour through India and Nepal. From Delhi travel to Dharamsala, often referred to as Little Lhasa and the seat in exile of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Visit the Eternal City of Varanasi on the banks of the sacred River Ganges for an early morning boat ride along the ghats before exploring nearby temples. Visit stunning Mahabodhi Temple a fascinating architectural amalgamation of many centuries and cultures amd the site of the Bodhi tree under which it is said Lord Buddha attained enlightenment. You’ll also visit Kushinagar a revered place for Buddhist pilgrims wher the Mahaparinirvana temple houses the huge statue of the Reclining Buddha excavated in 1876 and now a memorial sites to the Kings of old. Travelling across the border into Nepal you'll explore the sacred gardens at Lumbini in the south of Nepal where Lord Buddha is reputed to have been born and where the Ashokan Pillar erected in 250BC is the oldest known monument in Nepal. From here travel on to the vibrant capital Kathmandu where you’ll visit stunning World Heritage Sites before returning to Delhi where your tour ends.

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Grade: Easy

08 days 07 nights days – An unforgettable adventure game viewing in two of India’s richest wildlife sanctuaries and tiger reserves. Travel through spectacular forests and landscapes of wild beauty, dotted with ruins of Rajput palaces and hunting lodges. Take refuge in the quiet natural beauty and enjoy tiger and other game spotting of animals in their natural domain. Visit areas with the most number of tiger spottings in India. Beginning in Delhi, enjoy easy sightseeing of both New and Old Delhi both with their distinct character. From Delhi, you’ll fly to Nagpur and then a short scenic drive takes you to Pench National Park - one of India’s finest wildlife sanctuaries and also known as Kipling country - an area said to have inspired Rudyard Kipling as the setting for his Jungle Book. Pench National Park has also been the setting for the recent BBC series Spy in the Jungle where trained elephants used webcams to follow the lives of some of the tigers resident in the Park with wonderful close up views and insights into their day to day lives and habits. During this safari tour inspired by the BBC series you’ll have your own opportunity to go tiger tracking and the chance to see some of the magnificent tigers resident in the Park as well as the many other rich and diverse animal and bird species that make their home here. During your stay enjoy game drives into the Park and a date with its teeming wildlife of gaur, Sambar, chital, wild dog, barking deer, Nilgai, hyena, sloth bear, leopard, and over 200 species of birds as well as a chance to spot the magnificent Royal Bengal Tiger. From Pench National Park we’ll travel on to Kanha National Park, also said to have been inspirational to Kipling. The area was once famed as a hunter’s paradise, but today is a well developed national park and Tiger Reserve in the eastern part of the Satpura Range with deciduous hardwoods, stands of bamboo, rolling grasslands and meandering streams of the Banjar Riverspread over and area of 1945 sq. kms. Enjoy more game drives here and plenty of opportunity to spot some of the many animal and bird species including the three-striped palm squirrel, common langur monkey, jackal, wild boar, cheetal, sambar, Branden barasingha and black buck. Less commonly seen are Indian hare, Indian wild dog and gaur as well as the more elusive Indian fox, sloth bear, striped hyena, tiger, leopard, nilgai, Indian porcupine, wolf and Indian pangolin (anteater). Plenty of time to relax and enjoy game viewing and and do your own tiger tracking on this great safari adventure. Best time to visit is April to June and again from October to December.

Land only price per person (join in Delhi). Bed and breakfast basis in Delhi full board on safari