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Amritsar’s Golden Temple, Dalai Lama and Rishikesh

From £1,630 per person for 10 nights

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Combine the awe-inspiring Himalayan foothills with the Dalai Lama’s village home and the meditation capital of India, Rishikesh.

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You’ll gain an exclusive insight into the life and landscapes of northern India on this unique exploration of the remote Himalaya region.

What makes this experience awesome:

Explore Amritsar’s Golden Temple, Sikhism’s holiest shrine
Witness the famous Beating Retreat ceremony at the India-Pakistan border
Visit the home of the Dalai Lama
Dine with descendants of the royal family at Shimla
Observe life in northern India through the windows of Shimla’s charmingly eccentric ‘toy train’
Relax in Rishikesh with the stunning Himalayas as a backdrop
Flexibility of your own private guide & vehicle

2026 PRICE AND AVAILABILITY GUIDE
Indicative prices for Classic hotels - see real-time pricing for specific dates & alternative hotel classes

Month	Typical Price (p/p) in Twin room	Availability
JAN	N/A	-
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MAR	£1795	Call 0208 251 0425
APR	£1900	Call 0208 251 0425
MAY	£1999	Book now
JUN	£1999	Book now
JUL	N/A	-
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SEP	N/A	-
OCT	£1499	Best value
NOV	£1899	Low Deposit to secure flights
DEC	£1899	Low Deposit to secure flights

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Touch down in Amritsar to a traditional welcome of marigold garlands and head out on a private trip to the stunning Golden Temple, the holiest shrine in the Sikh faith. From Amritsar you’ll head up to Dharamshala, perched in the foothills of the Himalayas. Soak up the atmosphere as you wander amongst red-robed monks, craft stalls and temples housing relics rescued from the Cultural Revolution. While you're here, we can even assist with an application for a private audience with the Dalai Lama (appointments cannot be guaranteed). Your next destination is the charming heritage village of Pragpur which is well situated for exploring the Kangra Valley before you make for Shimla, to explore the charming, traffic-free old town and sit down to a very special dinner with the descendants of the royal family of Balsan.

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There’s time for a ride on the famous ‘toy train’ to Kalka, one of the most scenic and evocative railway journeys in the world, before rounding off your trip in relaxed Rishikesh, set in the foothills of the sacred Himalayas. The Beatles came here in the 60's to learn meditative practice, writing many songs at the Maharishi Mahesh ashram, and it has been a hub for spiritual seekers ever since. Our hotels have been chosen for their proximity to nature, either next to the Ganges or lost in the foothills, and are excellent places to find calm after a busy week of sightseeing. All offer yoga and meditation, but we’ve left this part of the trip free of organised activities, meaning you can be as relaxed or as active as you want to be.

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