Himalayan mountains Shimla Manali Ladakh India adventure tour

Tour Overview

Experience the most dramatic landscapes on Earth on this 14-day Himalayan adventure. India's mountainous north is a world apart from the rest of the country — a realm of snow-capped peaks, Buddhist monasteries perched on clifftops, crystalline high-altitude lakes and roads that wind through some of the most breathtaking scenery imaginable.

From the colonial elegance of Shimla — the former summer capital of British India — to the adventure hub of Manali, through the stark, otherworldly beauty of Ladakh and into the remote valleys of Spiti, this tour covers the full spectrum of Himalayan India. Altitude acclimatisation days are built into the itinerary for your safety and comfort.

Note: This tour involves high-altitude travel (up to 5,000m). Participants should be in good health. Consult your doctor before booking if you have any health concerns.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DayLocationActivities
Day 1Delhi → ShimlaFly/drive to Shimla. Check in, orientation walk along The Mall Road. Visit Shimla Toy Train station.
Day 2ShimlaViceregal Lodge, Jakhu Temple, Christ Church, Shimla Heritage Walk. Evening at leisure on Mall Road.
Day 3Shimla → ManaliScenic drive through Kullu Valley, apple orchards, River Beas. Arrive Manali hotel (2,050m).
Day 4ManaliAcclimatisation day. Hadimba Devi Temple, Old Manali village, Manu Temple, Vashisht hot springs.
Day 5Manali ExcursionRohtang Pass (3,978m) day excursion — panoramic snow views. Afternoon: Solang Valley adventure activities.
Day 6Manali → SarchuDrive on Manali–Leh Highway. Cross Baralacha La pass (4,890m). Camp at Sarchu (4,253m).
Day 7Sarchu → LehDrive through More Plains. Cross Tanglang La (5,328m — one of world's highest passes). Arrive Leh (3,524m). Rest.
Day 8Leh (Acclimatisation)Rest day in Leh. Short walk around Leh Market, Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa. Light acclimatisation activities.
Day 9LadakhPangong Tso Lake day trip (4,350m). Turquoise blue lake stretching to Tibet border. Chang La pass crossing.
Day 10Ladakh MonasteriesHemis Monastery (largest in Ladakh), Thiksey Monastery, Shey Palace, Stakna Monastery.
Day 11Leh → Kaza (Spiti)Drive to Spiti Valley via Manali route. Arrive Kaza — Spiti Valley's main town (3,800m).
Day 12Spiti ValleyKey Monastery (4,166m), Kibber village, Chicham bridge. Explore dramatic moonscape landscapes.
Day 13Spiti → ShimlaDrive through Pin Valley, Dhankar Gompa. Overnight en route or Rampur.
Day 14Shimla → DelhiReturn to Delhi by road/flight. Tour ends on arrival in Delhi.

What's Included

  • 13 nights accommodation (hotels + 1 night camp)
  • All meals throughout
  • Private 4x4 mountain transport
  • Inner Line Permits for restricted areas
  • Expert mountain guide
  • Emergency oxygen supply on board
  • 24/7 in-trip support

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance (essential for high altitude)
  • Indian visa fees
  • Personal mountain gear
  • Altitude sickness medication

Important Health Note

This tour reaches altitudes up to 5,328m. Altitude sickness is a real risk. We build acclimatisation days into the itinerary and our guides carry emergency oxygen. Please consult your doctor before booking if you have any cardiac, respiratory or circulatory conditions.

$1,200 Per Person · All-Inclusive
  • 14 days / 13 nights
  • Shimla · Manali · Ladakh · Spiti
  • Max 12 people per group
  • Best: June–September
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Tour Facts

  • Duration: 14 Days
  • Group Size: Max 12
  • Difficulty: Moderate–Challenging
  • Max Altitude: 5,328m
  • Best Season: Jun–Sep

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