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North India

Mughal cities, sacred rivers and Himalayan horizons

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Your journey through North India

Mughal cities, sacred rivers and Himalayan horizons

Begin with Delhi and the Taj Mahal, then follow your interests towards Varanasi, Lucknow or the Himalayan foothills. Build in time for neighbourhood walks, regional food and the daily life around the monuments.

Places to explore

Delhi

Explore Old Delhi’s lanes and Mughal architecture, then discover the quieter gardens and neighbourhoods of New Delhi.

Agra

See the Taj Mahal in the early light and explore Agra Fort, with time to appreciate the city’s Mughal craftsmanship.

Varanasi

Walk the riverside ghats with a local guide and experience evening Ganga Aarti. Make time for music, weaving and Sarnath.

Lucknow

Explore the Imambaras and historic neighbourhoods, then discover Lucknow’s food traditions and delicate chikankari embroidery.

Amritsar

Experience the Golden Temple respectfully with a local guide and discover the food and history of the old city.

Rishikesh

Follow the Ganges through the Himalayan foothills, with riverside walks, ashram visits and time for yoga or quiet reflection.

Shimla

Explore the former hill-station capital on foot, with forest walks and time to enjoy the mountain air.

Leh

Allow time to acclimatise before exploring Ladakh’s monasteries and mountain setting. Keep the day gentle and flexible.

Dharamshala

Explore Tibetan cultural life and nearby mountain trails, balancing guided visits with time for quiet reflection.

Palampur

Spend time in tea country, with gentle walks and a relaxed stay in the foothills.

Nubra

Explore Nubra’s villages and dramatic valley landscape, with activities adapted to altitude, weather and local access.

Corbett

Explore the reserve with an approved naturalist and safari arrangements. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed; quieter forest moments are part of the experience.

Kushinagar

Visit the sites associated with the Buddha’s final days, leaving time for reflection and the surrounding monasteries.

Shravasti

Explore Jetavana and the Buddhist heritage of Shravasti with time to understand the landscape and its stories.

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Places to stay

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