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Covering India’s most north eastern region are the epic landscapes of the world’s highest mountain range – the Himalayas. From the Golden Temple in the city of Amritsar, the gateway to many of the delights of the mountains, to the relics of the British Raj in Shimla, this region has so much to offer and is the ideal destination of you are looking to enjoy the great outdoors and some of earth’s most spectacular vistas. Get a different perspective on the mountains in Nepal or Bhutan.
Himalaya Regions
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Holidays in Himalaya
- Amritsar
- 4.5 Star
A chic and contemporary hotel nestled in the heart of spiritual city, Amritsar.
- Amritsar
- 5 Star
Relaxed elegance, impressive service and lots of modern touches, Taj Swarna is a cool Amritsar sanctuary close to all the historical sights.
- Amritsar
This heritage property in the heart of Amritsar dates back over 250 years to the British Raj era.
- Darjeeling
Glenburn Tea Estate where a love story fashioned one of the world’s most charming hotels.
- Darjeeling
The Elgin is the oldest heritage hotel in Darjeeling. While much has changed around the hill town, at The Elgin you still get a feeling of yesteryear.
- Shimla
Perched 8,500 feet above sea level and surrounded by a cedar forest, The Oberoi Wildflower Hall holds a prominent position overlooking the Shimla Valley.
- Shimla
In the days of the British Raj, Shimla became the summer capital with visitors swapping the humidity of the monsoon rains for the fresh, cool mountain air of the north.
- Shimla
Stay among the forested hills of Shimla in a cottage steeped in history.
- Foothills of the Himalaya
Stay on Wah Tea Estate, one of the largest working plantations in the Himalayan Kangra Valley.
- Foothills of the Himalaya
Set in the foothills of the sub-Himalayas, Judge’s Court is located in the village of Pragpur.
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Walking Tour of Old Amritsar
Join a local English-speaking guide as you make your way through the city of Amritsar on foot. You’ll walk through narrow streets and markets and learn about day-to-day life in the city and the Sikh religion. A stop will be made at the Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara which was built by the British in tribute to 21 Sikh soldiers who faught in the 1897 Battle of Saragarhi. The tour concludes with a visit to northern India’s most famous sights – the Golden Temple.
Wagah Border Excursion, Amritsar
When you arrive at the Wagah-Attari border closing ceremony, otherwise known as the ‘flag lowering ceremony,’ you might think you’ve arrived at a football match rather than the meeting of two ideologically opposing countries. Despite the historical tension, every evening, both countries come together to celebrate the closing of the border. Since 1959, Indians have gathered on one side of a paved promenade while the Pakistan contingent sit on the other. Both the Indian Border Security Force and Pakistan Rangers dressed in official uniform march down the road past cheering crowds. It’s more like a flamboyant performance to the tune of patriotic music than anything else - synchronised dance movements with slick salutes and high kicks among the many moves on show. There’s still some harmless rivalry though which makes it good fun. The soldiers even sculpt their moustaches in a bid to intimidate their opponents. This all culminates in the lowering of both countries’ flags at the same time as the sun goes down, ending in handshakes between the Indian and Pakistani military.
Day Trip to Dhami with Lunch
Experience life in a traditional Himalayan village, where you’ll explore and dine with a local. The trip starts with a 45-minute drive from Shimla to Dhami, a village that was once a summer hunting ground for British viceroys. There you’ll meet your host, Kunwar Dushyant Singh, who has expert knowledge of the area’s nature, lifestyle and architecture.
Kunwar will lead you on a nature walk in Dhami, where he’s identified around 80 species of birds, from thrushes to goldfinch and pheasants. The flora varies depending on the time of year, spring is particularly beautiful with alpine flowers while in autumn, you can watch the leaves change colour. There are amazing views of the northern mountains when the sky is clear, you can even see the snow-topped peaks of the Himalayas.
Kunwar will point out key landmarks and tell you all about his family history and life in a farming village. After the walk, you’ll return to Kunwar’s house to eat with his family. The food is home-cooked by his wife, who hails from the royal family of Tikamgarh. She makes typical Indian cuisine from the mountains, including lentil and bread dishes, as well as dumplings cooked in a large iron pan with mustard oil, served with yoghurt.
This is a fascinating cultural exchange where you’ll get an insight into rural Himalayan life, where people survive on agriculture, working in the fields and orchards, keeping cows and buffalos. If someone in the village needs to build a house, the whole community will come out to help and if there’s a marriage, everyone celebrates. It’s a close-knit place and the people are very welcoming.
Day of the Buddha
Experience Buddhist culture in Dharamshala on this full-day tour, with visits to Tibetan temples, nunneries and the Dalai Lama’s monastery complex. Start with a Kora around the residence of his holiness, this is a Tibetan Buddhist ritual of walking in a clockwise direction around a sacred site. You’ll see prayer flags and old ladies spinning prayer wheels and chanting – the views of the mountains are also spectacular and, if the weather is clear, you can see the Kangra Valley below. You will get to visit the main temple where the Dalai Lama conducts his teachings as well as the Kalachakra temple with its murals of tantric deities. If you’re lucky, you might even get to watch a debate taking place. From there you will be driven to the Gyuto Tantric Monastery where around 700 monks live, it was founded by Tibetans who fled to India. A highlight is watching the monks in yellow hats chanting in the so-called Tantric Choir. The Buddhist circuit continues at the famous Norbulingka Institute where you’ll learn about their work preserving Tibetan art and culture. They hold workshops in painting, appliqué and wood carving. Lunch will be at the Humming Bird Café, (guest to pay directly) which serves Tibetan cuisine like momos, mutton dishes and vegetable noodle soup. The tour ends with a trip to the Dolma Ling Nunnery, which is the first institute for the higher education of Tibetan Buddhist nuns.
Walking Around Garli Village
Take a scenic walk to Garli, which was a thriving village in the sub-Himalayan region until India’s independence. The streets here are cobbled and filled with history, you can still see its grand havelis and Italianate buildings, as well as traditional Kangra and Rajput houses with mud-plastered walls and slate roofs. For those who love heritage and architecture, it’s a real treat.
Most of the buildings have been well looked-after, so you can still enjoy the detailed tiling, towers and stained-glass windows. Led by a guide from Judge’s Court, the walk to Garli takes you through the area’s hills and countryside, surrounded by the backdrop of the Dhauladhar Mountains. Along the way, you’ll learn all about life in the sub-Himalayas and the history of the area, from how Pragpur’s medieval water systems work to stories of local residents and the fortress that was used to defend the area. The trail leads all the way to a wonderful hilltop viewpoint.
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