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Trans Himalayan Tours
Amritsar to Leh : Diverse culture, tradition and fascinating landscape
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Duration
Duration

14 Days

Activity
Activity

Culture Tours

Season
Season

Oct – Mar

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Description

Trans Himalaya Tours starts from Delhi the capital of India to Amritsar âthe spiritual city of followers of Sikh communityâ. Further to Kangra valley, houses many ancient Hindu temples and the town Dharamshala is the seat of Tibetan government in exile. Mandi an ancient important commercial center, Rewalsar the pilgrimage site for multi-religion of Buddhists, Hindus, and Sikhs.

Enter the Kullu valley âalso known as the valley of Godsâ and for its authentic village life. Further drive to Ladakh crossing semi-desert of Lahoul valley, across the high-altitude desert by one of the most spectacular and the highest motorable road in the world over several high passes, (highest among is 5332m) traversing the edge of Chang-thang Plateau of Ladakh.

Ladakh, the roof of the world, once an important halt for the caravan of silk route, lies along the Indus river, surrounded by Himalayas and Karakoram, its mineral landscape is breathtaking, traditional villages are spotted by oasis and are Inhabited by welcoming people, century-old Buddhist monasteries are built atop where monk practice Buddhism.


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Highlights

  • Golden Temple at Amritsar
  • Ancient Hindu Temples and Buddhist Monasteries
  • Dharamshala: The Capital of Tibetan Government in exile
  • Holy-lake at Rewalsar
  • Kullu- Manali: Lush Green and authentic village life
  • Spectacular on of the world highest motorable road and high-altitude plateau
  • Breath-taking landscapes of arid Ladakh
  • The charm of Old Delhi: The Grand Mosque, Colorful streets and fragrance of spices.
  • Hospitable people and their cheerful life.

Itinerary

Itinerary

Arrive in Delhi by evening, transfer to hotel for night stay. No Meals included in luxury Rajasthan tour package at this time.

Early departure to Mandawa, located in Shekawati region of Rajasthan. Visit the painted Havelis (traditional houses built by sandstone) of Mandawa, with beautiful frescoes and elaborated architecture, charming market town with narrow lane built in the XVIII century, Visit the fortress of Nawalgarth built in 1737 by Nawal Singh, overnight at the hotel.

In the morning transfer to Bikaner, en route visit the beautiful havelis of Fathpur famous for its murals painting and then continued to Bikaner, a former stage of the caravan route. Check into your hotel. Later visit the Lal Garh Palace, Juna garh fort built by Raja Rai sigh between 1589 and 1593. Camel breeding farm, If time allows visit Jain temple of Bandsar yellow stone carving with vibrant painting. Night in hotel and experience the luxury holidays in Rajasthan.

Leave early in the morning to visit the famous temple of rats (the Karni Mata temple) at Deshnookh, after visit road to Jaiselmer located deep inside the thar desert. A Golden city, built by Raja Jaisel Rajput ruler in the year 1156 AD, once an important halt for caravans of the Silk route that crossed the Thar desert to visit the province of Sindh in Pakistan, Late afternoon visit Gadisar to enjoy the sun set, fort and Jain temple, Night in hotel.

Day excursion Morning visit, Patwon ki Haveli and salim singh Haveli built by the traders of that era, out of those existing Havlis one haveli is converted into a museum and other houses the works of local craftsmen of that era. Afternoon drive to Sam. En route stop a while to get glimpse of stunning Bara Bagh Or garden is the memorial where the nobles and their families were cremated. Stroll on sand dune including joy camel ride (in option) and later stunning sun set view against the dune is amazing. Evening back to Jaiselmer, night in hotel.

Morning departure to Jodhpur, the city where powerful Rajput clan of Rathore has strong hold. Stand at the edge of Thar Desert. Visit impressive Mehrangar fort, built in the 15th century and the Jaswant Thada a white marble tomb, then stroll in the Sadar Bazar of blue city. Jodhpur is fondly referred to as the ‘blue city’ because of indigo-coloured houses in the old town, Traditionally, blue signified home are Brahmans. One can view nicely these houses from the ramparts of the Meharangarh which looms high above the buzzing city. Night in hotel.

Leave to the Romantic city of Udaipur, “City of lakes: Is a historic capital of the kingdom of Mewar,was founded in 1553 by Maharana Udai Singh of the Sisodia clan of Rajput, En route stop over at ,Ranakpur situated in a quiet and beautiful remote valley of the Mount Arawali. The Choumukha or four faced temple here is dedicated to Tirthankara Adinatha and is built in 1439, superbly crafted and well-kept temple has 29 halls,1444 pillars and don’t have similarity to each other. Later driving through the mountain’s road, reached one of the most charming cities in Rajasthan: Udaipur is situated on the bank of Pitchhola lake and in lap of high hills around. Check in to hotel, evening free visit. night in hotel.

Visit of the majestic city Palace built at the bank of Lake Pitchola, it’s a wonderful blend of Medieval, European and Chinese Architecture and is often distinguished as the largest palace complex in Rajasthan. Sahelion ki Bari or Courtyard of the Maiden, have beautiful lotus pools, marble pavilions and elephant- shaped fountains. Evening one can take joy boat ride at Lake Pitchola (sub to the time availability in option) To get the mystic beauty of grand palaces, Marvel temples, and bathing ghats Where local gather to take bath. Or simply stroll in Bazar. Night in hotel.

Leave to Pushkar, check in hotel and visit the holy town. It is very important pilgrimage centre of Hindu and its saying that devotee should visit at least once in life time, there are large number of Sadhu who mainly congregate around the lake and temples. Sevral Ghats runs to the lake where pilgrims are constantly taking bath in holy water of lake, during festival time day is to visit the world-famous spectacular Camel fair or one can add an extra day to get deep insight of the festival. Night in hotel.

Departure for Jaipur, the capital of Rajputana. Visit the Hawa Mahal the Palace of Winds. And stroll through the bustling bazaars of the Pink City. In evening at the cinema in the Rajmandir, dinner and night in hotel.

After breakfast excursion to the Amber Fort located at the distance of 10 kms at the out skirt of Jaipur c ity. One can take the Elephant ride to the ramparts of the fort as did the Maharajas of the time where you will visit the palace and temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, after visit back to city, In the afternoon half an hour Rickshaw ride in the city, rest time at leisure to visit the colourful bazar, night in hotel.

Departure to the cities where power of the great Mughals has been exercised. En route visit Fatehpur Sikri, the city of red sandstone became the impossible dream of Emperor Akbar. Lunch on the way, Following the journey to Agra., afternoon visit Taj Mahal, one of the most famous monuments of the world, built in the seventeenth century by the Emperor Shah Jahan as a token of eternal love, night in hotel.

Morning visit to red Fort, have lunch and drive to Delhi, if time allow Grand Minaret (Kutub Minar) can be visited, Take glimpse of India gate and president house. night I hotel.

Morning visit spice market and colourful streets of Chandani chowk in old Delhi by Tricycle rickshaw to mingle with real Indian folk. Visit grand Mosque (closed on prayer hours) and take outer view of red fort, Pay homage to the father of nation, (Mahatama Gandhi) at Raj ghat. After lunch free time to visit the souvenir shops or visit Sikh temple. Evening farewell dinner. Transfer to the airport and fly out toward your destination, No hotel in Delhi.
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Inclusions

checkGround transport as per itinerary.

checkAirport / Railway Station & Bus Stand transfer

checkAC Chair class train between Delhi-Amritsar

checkDomestic flight ticket between Leh – Delhi

checkTwin sharing room in a 3* hotel.

checkMeals (Breakfast & Dinner)

checkEnglish speaking local Guide

checkMedical box with oxygen cylinder

Exclusions

closeLunch

closeInternational air fare

closeMonument fees.

closeVisa and airport tax.

closeInsurance

closeBeverages and personal expenses.

closeMedical expenses and evacuation.

closeTipping

closeAny other expanse occurred due to the road block and flight cancellation etc

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All the cancellation must be in written and signed by the person who signed the booking form and will be effective from the date of the reception by the company. 1:60 days or more before departure The agency will refund the entire paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (€ 40 per persons or equivalent in other currency), bank charges subject to the bank policies, when booking domestic flights, the Cancellation fee subject to airline policies at present or if the tickets are non- refundable in that case the full amount of the ticket will be retained. The hotels are reserved and must be paid in advance; the company will apply the cancellation policies of hotels. Cancelation charge for train tickets and other ground transport and related services if needed to be booked in advance. Hence the remaining amount will be refunded after deducting all above cancelling policies applied for different services. 2: 40 Days before departure The agency will refund the 50% of paid amount to his client deducting the registration fee (€ 40 per persons or equivalent in other currency), bank charges subject to the bank policies, when booking domestic flights, the Cancellation fee subject to airline policies at present or if the tickets are non- refundable in that case the full amount of the ticket will be retained. The hotels are reserved and must be paid in advance; the company will apply the cancellation policies of hotels. Cancelation charges of train tickets and other ground transport and related services if needed to be booked in advance. Hence the remaining amount will be refunded after deducting all above cancelation policies applied for different services. Less than 30 days before departure The agency will be obliged to withhold the full amount of the deposit paid by the customer. In this case, the customer must inform their insurance as soon as possible and provide as much documentation to support the cancellation of trip. It is therefore h3ly advised to take out cancellation insurance to cover such expenses.

Itinerary / hotels are sub. to change in case of strike, civil war threat, you may be will lose expected places you have prepared for but will explore unexpected and for sure will not disappointed. In case of Vehicle break down another mode of transport will be managed at the earliest possible, In that case you are requested to keep patience and co-operate with the situation, while travelling to rural and isolated area replacing vehicle can take time due to lac of communication.

The Company cannot be made liable for the consequences of weather condition, flight cancellations, war or threat of civil war, strikes, industrial action, political unrest or any other force majeure, unusual or unforeseen circumstance. The company reserves the right to use alternate transport, or vary the itinerary if breakdown, sickness or any other force major. Any additional that result, such as extra hotel accommodation, flight or road transport will be on your charge and must be paid directly at the spot. Please understand, there are certain hazards involved in your adventurous and culture holidays which you must accept at your own risk. The company will not be liable for any illness major or minor injury, death sustained during neither the trip, nor it will be liable for any uninsured losses of your property and other losses during the trip. It is h3ly advised that clients take out insurance to cover the unexpected and cancellation charges.

Accommodation is based on 3 star category in cities, Neat and clean local standards of hotels will be provided in Leh. While trekking you will be assisted by kitchen with with all necessary items including to men spacious tent, mattress, dining tents from 4 persons onward, toilet tents and all necessary items. Indian and partly Tibetan (Ladakhi) vegetarian meals is served, non-veg. is subject to availability. Indian recipes are bit on spicy side, Breakfast and dinner will be served at the hotel, Lunch packed or in local restaurant or in hotel sub. to the schedule.

Sub to the number of person in group, for 2 to 4 Toyota Innova / Scorpia or Zylo, for 5 and more than 5 persons Tempo travelers or mini bus will be provided. All vehicle will be air-conditioned, except in hilly area air-condition of any vehicle can not be regularly used due to steep uphill drive, So you have to co-operate with. For the Autumns and spring season when temperature goes down, if you required heater except minibus each of those mentioned vehicle have the heating facilities and cannot be usd while uphill drive.

While travelling during summer and Autumns season, at higher altitude morning and evening are fresh ( even cold while bad weather and in Autumn ) hence required a Pull over, Raincoat ( occasionally required but pack it ) a polar jacket or waterproof jacket,( Type of Gore tax) light clothing for lower altitude, Sun hat, short and long sleeves Shirts, Loose trousers, ( wearing short is not allowed at holy spot ) a pair of good shoes, sandal, few pairs of socks, Sunglasses / Spare glasses or contact lenses, , toilet kit, A small sewing kit, Safety pins, torch or flash light with spare batteries, Camera with spare cards and batteries, battery Charger, day sac, water bottle, personal medical kit as per your medical advisor. Anti-mosquitos spray. fanny pack to keep safely your important doc as passport, insurance paper, credit cards, money , Multifunctional knife, lighters, wooden pencils and pen, string of 4-55 meters to dry the clothing or other purpose, English –Hindi dictionary to learn the important words to greet and to communicate with locals and a note book can be useful to engrave your memory in it .

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