Himalayan Holidays + Shimla + Jim Corbett Safari
Northern India is dominated by the mighty Himalayas Mountains, which form a dramatic border with Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan. The sacred River Ganges has its source in these mountains, and flows all the way through the country into the Bay of Bengal near Calcutta.
Himalayan holidays to Shimla, Amritsar & a Jim Corbett safari to see wild elephants in India are on many people's wish lists, especially on a repeat visit to India, as they combine stunning mountain scenery, with famous Indian cultural sites and wonderful wildlife & birding.
Shimla was the summer capital of British India when it was ruled from Delhi and is charming place to holiday, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Train enthusiasts can incorporate a 5-hour trip on the narrow gauge Himalayan Queen 'Toy Train' to Kalka. Himalayan holidays to Shimla are best during the summer months (April to September) when the rest of India is off limits because of the heat. During the winter months it can be difficult to get around due to the snow.
The Himalayas are very spiritual, with important pilgrimage site for three great religions. Holidays to Amritsar in the state of Punjab must include a visit to the famous Sikh Golden Temple. You can also visit Dharamshala, the home of the Bhuddist Dalai Lama in exile, and Rishikesh on the upper reaches of the Ganges, a holy city for Hindus.
Jim Corbett National Park is the oldest wildlife sanctuary in Asia and is a major birding hotspot, as well as one of the few places where you can see wild Asian elephants in India. For expert advice on Himalayan holidays to Shimla, Amritsar & a Jim Corbett safari to see wild elephants in India, contact our friendly team on 01582 766122 today. We can also tailor make a holiday to your exact requirements. Download our India brochure (PDF 1.2 Mb)
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On Himalayan holidays your first stop should be the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the spiritual home of the Sikh religion in the Punjab. Here you can drive to the Pakistan border and watch the daily Wagah flag lowering ceremony, described by Michael Palin as a display of “carefully choreographed contempt”.
At McLeod Ganj near Dharamshala you will find the home of the Dalai Lama, the Buddhist leader in exile, and the Norburlinka Institute dedicated to preserving Tibetan culture. This region is also home to the fearsome Gurka soldiers – “the bravest of the brave”. Rishikesh on the upper reaches of the Ganges is another holy city, as it is here that the Hindu god Lord Rama did penance for killing Ravana, the demon king of Sri Lanka. Observing the daily aarti prayer ceremony on the riverbank is a truly unforgettable experience on Himalayan holidays.
The tea-producing hill station of Shimla was the summer capital of British India, when it was ruled from Delhi. On holidays to Shimla you can also visit the Solang Valley, where you can participate in many adventure activities.
For safari enthusiasts, Jim Corbett National Park is outstanding for birding. It is also one of the best places to see wild Asian elephants in India.
Kashmir offer another opportunity to enjoy the dramatic beauty of the Himalayan Mountains, with the gateway city of Srinagar being the largest in the Kashmir Valley. Partitioned between India and Pakistan since 1947, this former princely state is one of the most scenic regions in the country, lying in an alpine valley between the Himalayas and the Pir Panjal mountains. This region is also famous for its fine Cashmere wool, which you can purchase on Himalayan holidays.
See the highlights of the Punjab and the Himalayas in this private tour of northwest India - including the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the daily Wagah flag-lowering ceremony, the Dalai Lama Monastery in Dharamshala and the beautiful colonial hill station at Shimla - formerly the summer capital of British India. English speaking city guides, private driver & sightseeing included.
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• Old Delhi
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• New Delhi
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• Amritsar
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• Wagah Ceremony
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• Golden Temple
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• Dharamshala
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• Dalai Lama Monastery
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• Norburlinka Institute
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• Shimla
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• Chandigarh Rock Gardens
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• Old Delhi
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• New Delhi
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• Amritsar
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• Wagah Ceremony
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• Golden Temple
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• Dharamshala
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• Dalai Lama Monastery
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• Norburlinka Institute
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• Shimla
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• Chandigarh Rock Gardens
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This fascinating holiday combines the key sights of the Golden Triangle with beautiful Shimla in the Himalayas. Experience the cultural sights of Old & New Delhi, visit the Taj Mahal & Amber Fort in Jaipur & Ranthambore tiger reserve (with private jeep). 3 train rides are incorporated into this holiday, including the famous Himalayan Queen 'Toy Train'. All transfers & specified sightseeing with English speaking guides included.
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Taj Mahal
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• Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
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• Jaipur
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• Hawa Mahal
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• Amber Fort
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• Alsisar
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• Golden Temple of Amritsar
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• Himalayan Queen Toy Train
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• Shimla
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Taj Mahal
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• Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
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• Jaipur
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• Hawa Mahal
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• Amber Fort
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• Alsisar
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• Golden Temple of Amritsar
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• Himalayan Queen Toy Train
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• Shimla
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This fascinating cultural holiday to India explore the sacred sites of 3 great religions in the beautiful north. Visit the Sikh Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Buddhist headquarters of His Holiness the Dalai Lama in Dharamshala & Hindu's sacred River Ganges in Rishikesh. Also visit Shimla, ride the Toy Train & enjoy a safari in Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve. English speaking driver, city guides, jeep safaris & sightseeing included.
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• Holiday to India
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Train to Amritsar
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• Golden Temple & Wagah Ceremony
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• Dharamshala
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• Dalai Lama Monastery
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• Manali & Shimla Hill Stations
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• Toy Train to Chandigarh
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• Rishikesh & River Ganges
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• Jim Corbett Natonal Park
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• Holiday to India
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Train to Amritsar
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• Golden Temple & Wagah Ceremony
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• Dharamshala
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• Dalai Lama Monastery
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• Manali & Shimla Hill Stations
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• Toy Train to Chandigarh
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• Rishikesh & River Ganges
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• Jim Corbett Natonal Park
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This comprehensive holiday to India combines the great historic sights of the Golden Triangle with the spiritual centres of Amritsar, Dharamshala & Rishikesh. Visit the Golden Temple, Shimla in the Himalayas & take the Toy Train. Then visit Delhi, Taj Mahal in Agra & Jaipur, before enjoying wiith a thrilling safari to see tigers in Ranthambore. English speaking driver, city guides, private jeep safaris & sightseeing included.
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• Holiday in India
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Amritsar & Golden Temple
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• Dharamshala
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• Shimla in Himalayas
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• Toy Train
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• Rishikesh & River Ganges
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• Taj Mahal in Agra
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• Amber Fort in Jaipur
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• Ranthambore Tigers
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• Holiday in India
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• Old & New Delhi
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• Amritsar & Golden Temple
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• Dharamshala
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• Shimla in Himalayas
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• Toy Train
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• Rishikesh & River Ganges
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• Taj Mahal in Agra
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• Amber Fort in Jaipur
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• Ranthambore Tigers
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From January to March, this India Safari goes in search of snow leopards in the Himalayas, tigers in Pench National Park & sloth bears in Satpura. In the Himalayan wilderness you will also search on foot for other elusive alpine wildlife, such as the Tibetan wolf & Himalayan fox. In Pench enjoy jeep safaris & in Satpura track wildlife on foot or canoe & jeep, including night drives. All park fees, game drives & transfers included.
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• India Safari
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• Delhi Tour
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• Himalayas Wilderness
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• Leh
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• Ulley Homestay
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• Snow Leopards
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• Tigers in Pench
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• Satpura National Park
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• Sloth Bears
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• Satpura National Park
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• India Safari
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• Delhi Tour
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• Himalayas Wilderness
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• Leh
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• Ulley Homestay
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• Snow Leopards
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• Tigers in Pench
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• Satpura National Park
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• Sloth Bears
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• Satpura National Park
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