North India: Delhi, Dharamshala & the Golden Temple

North India: Delhi, Dharamshala & the Golden Temple

• Trip code: 485X035
• Dauer: 8
• Stil: Classic

Uncover the soul of North India on this 8-day journey through the Himalayan foothills. Stay in a heritage homestay in Chamba, surrounded by orchards and mountain views. Dive into Tibetan culture in Dharamshala, join inspiring women changemakers, and stand in awe at Amritsar’s Golden Temple. With scenic hikes, cultural encounters, and a blend of Sikh and Tibetan traditions, this adventure is as meaningful as it is memorable.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Simple hotel (twin-share): 4 nights. Homestay (3 nights)

Checklist

Cold Weather:
• Long-sleeved shirts or sweater
• Scarf
• Warm gloves
• Warm hat
• Warm layers
• Warm waterproof jacket

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 16

Highlights

Stay in a family-run heritage homestay in Chamba Valley, Explore Dharamshala’s monasteries and Tibetan traditions, Meet the Tenacious Bee Collective and taste their honey, Experience Amritsar’s Golden Temple and border ceremony

Introduction

Uncover the soul of North India on this 8-day journey through the Himalayan foothills. Stay in a heritage homestay in Chamba, surrounded by orchards and mountain views. Dive into Tibetan culture in Dharamshala, join inspiring women changemakers, and stand in awe at Amritsar’s Golden Temple. With scenic hikes, cultural encounters, and a blend of Sikh and Tibetan traditions, this adventure is as meaningful as it is memorable

Meals Included

4 Frühstück, 2 Mittagessen, 2 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD140-185 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Dharamshala
- Besuch des Norbulingka Institute

Chamba
- Bhagsu Nag Waterfall

Start / Finish

Delhi nach Amritsar

Transport

Private vehicle, Train, Walking

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Ankunftstransfer durch Women With Wheels, Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Tenacious Honey Bee Collective, Dharamshala
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen. Arrival Transfer. Guided temple and museum visit in Chamba. Half-day hike in Chamba Valley. Organic farm tour. Embroidery workshop. Chamba painting. Cooking class with homestay family. Dharamshala orientation walk. Dalai Lama Temple visit. Tenacious Bee Collective with honey tasting session. Wagah Border ceremony. Golden Temple visit. Vande Bharat express from Delhi to Pathankot (air-conditioned seat class). All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included through the G Adventures-supported Women With Wheels project. In the evening, join your CEO for a welcome meeting

Day 2 Delhi/Chamba

Today is a long travel day, but well worth the trek. We'll take a train from Delhi to Pathankot and transfer to a private vehicle. Pathankot is located at the foothills of the Himalayas, so our drive will get even more beautiful as we travel deeper into Himachal through the Western Himalayas. We'll arrive to Chamba in the evening and walk to our farm-stay. Enjoy a traditional welcome with the family followed by a local dinner. Sit back and relax as you get comfortable in your incredible farm-stay tucked away in the Himalayan Mountains

Day 3 Chamba

Start the day off right with a morning yoga and meditation session before a delicious breakfast. Today we explore the picturesque town of Chamba, tucked away in the Himalayas. Visit ancient temples, vibrant paintings and an embroidery workshop to experience Chamba's rich cultural heritage

Day 4 Chamba

Spend the morning on an beautiful hike accessible for all levels of hikers. Make sure to bring your camera to take in the incredible beauty of the Himalayas along the way. This evening, join your farm-stay host family for a well deserved feast! Together we'll learn to cook local favorites and then sit down together to dig in!

Day 5 Chamba/Dharamsala

Say goodbye to our amazing Himalayan farm-stay hosts and drive toward Dharamshala, where the exiled Tibetan government has lived since 1960. Stop in the town of Jia for an amazing experience with G Adventures-supported Tenacious Honey Bee Collective - a chance to learn about ethical honeybee keeping in the Himalayas. After some honey sampling and an apidomik experience, finish the drive to Dharamshala. Visit the Mcleodganj Market and feel the strong connection this town has to Tibet. Then visit the Tsuglagkhang Complex, also known as the Dalai Lama Temple. This temple was built shortly after the Dalai Lama's exile from Tibet and now serves as the political centre of Tibet for the community-in-exile. Take time to explore the temple and visit the Tibet Museum as well. The rest of the day is yours to wander the markets and Dharamshala as you wish

Day 6 Dharamsala

Today is yours to see the incredible town of Dharamshala how you'd like. Feel free to relax or get out and visit the Norbulingka Institute or see the Bhagsu Nag Waterfall

Day 7 Dharamsala/Amritsar

Depart for Amritsar early this morning to make the nearby evening Wagah Border Ceremony. Every night, just before the sun sets on the border of Pakistan and India, the two sides simultaneously lower their flags as a sign of peace, discipline and hope for the future between these two countries with a long history of rivalry. Afterwards, head to the Golden Temple-arguably the most important Sikh temple in the world-in hopes to witness the palaki ceremony, which symbolizes putting the holy book to rest for the night

Day 8 Amritsar

Return to the Golden Temple early this morning for a chance to admire this incredible pilgrimage destination in the daylight. Afterwards, return to the hotel. Your tour concludes upon return to the hotel

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Delhi

Day 2 Delhi/Chamba

Day 3 Chamba

Day 4 Chamba

Day 5 Chamba/Dharamsala

Day 6 Dharamsala

Day 7 Dharamsala/Amritsar

Day 8 Amritsar

Please book onward travel no earlier than 15:00 pm on your departure day to ensure you have ample time after the Golden Temple Visit.