Ladakh

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure discovering spiritual havens and awesome mountain landscapes. Travel between two of the world's highest mountain ranges, the Karakoram and the Himalaya, witnessing some of the most breathtaking natural scenery on earth. Explore isolated monasteries and palaces, trek through rocky gorges and across desolate plains and meet a diverse group of people who always have a story to tell. From the welcoming towns of Leh and Manali to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala and on to the mayhem of Delhi, this is truly a trip to the heavens and back.

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The walled city of Old Delhi holds an intoxicating mix of sights and sounds. Visit India's largest mosque, Jama Masjid, and wander bazaars bursting with exotic fare.
Explore the main bazaar and buy a jar of apricot jam to slather on bread. Visit Leh Palace and scramble uphill to the Victory Fort for views over Ladakh's capital.
Follow carved-stone markers along the road to the old capital of Basgo. Visit the Klu-kkhyil Gompa to view prayer rooms and fascinating religious artifacts.
Discover moon-like landscapes and ruined forts on a spectacular and sometimes challenging trek. Witness the precarious location of Ladakh's oldest gompa, Lamayuru.
The exuberantly painted shrines and beautiful frescoes of the Alchi temples are artistic treasures.
Peruse fabulous period costumes and jewellery at the Stok Palace Museum.
Discover the Royal Palace and Shey Gompa then head on to visit the monks of Thiksey. At Hemis Gompa walk the vast courtyard and imagine a life of hard work and prayer.
Cross Rohtang La, high above the clouds, en route to Manali. Browse the lively markets and shop for jewellery and crafts.
Spend the night in the former Raja's palace.
Discover spiritual beliefs in the hillside retreat of the exiled Dalai Lama.
Enjoy free time to traipse the colourful, chaotic streets of Delhi.