Ladakh And Himalayas

Travel through an extraordinary route in India, the Ladakh and the Himalayas is a place where dramatic sceneries, ancient monasteries and serene spiritual practices combine to create one of the most memorable traveling experiences in India. The reason is that this customized adventure welcomes you to see up-to-the-sky mountains, peaceful valleys, and colorful cultures that live in the highest populated areas in the world.

You will start with that quaint hill town of Shimla, which served as the summer capital of British India, take walks along the old Mall Road, observe the impressive Christ Church and enjoy the panoramic views of the Himalayas that enclosing this beautiful town of colonial era town. A ride on the popular Toy Train, which is a UNESCO World Heritage experience, provides slow and picturesque ride through pine forest, mountain tunnels, and breathtaking landscapes that provide the prelude to the impending adventures.

Travel further into the high-altitude desert of Ladakh, out of Shimla, with monasteries perched on cliffs of the rocks, and the silence of a mountain would give the effect of a great peace. In Leh, you can visit ancient Buddhist monasteries like Hemis, Thiksey and Shey which provide an insight into the spiritual side of Ladakh. Prayer halls, waving flags and deep meditation of monks give them a feeling of calmness not seen elsewhere.

One of the best things that will happen during your stay is a high altitude hike at approximately 3,700 meters. When you stroll by the desert-like sceneries, with sturdy peaks and expansive skies, you will get to see the fantastic scenes that leave your breath-taking for not only their beauty, but also their sheer magnitude. The sheer size of the Ladakh landscape is awe-inspiring and leaves one to contemplate and the journey down there is thrilling and Earth-grounding.

The culture of the region is also interesting. Get to know the life of Tibet people that have settled in Ladakh and observe the customs impacted by the centuries of Buddhist thought. The hospitality and friendliness of the Ladakh people brings about significant interactions that bring a human touch to this adventure.

Your discovery should be completed by a visit to the holy city of Amritsar the residence of the golden temple, the religious centre of Sikhism. The golden domes that encapsulated it sparkled in the pool around it to give the impression of strong tranquility. The sight of the temple ceremony and the community langar (free kitchen) is a very humbling and inspiring one and demonstrates a culture of inclusivity and religious devotion.

You can see some of the most varied landscapes imaginable as you pass through North India and see green valleys and forested mountains and snow covered mountains and high altitude desert like areas. The trip to the Himalayas is not only a picturesque experience, but also emotional and spiritual. The Himalayas are referred to as the largest and tallest mountain range in the whole world and it makes one wonder the beauty, purity and timelessness of the same.

On the road, we will encounter mountain communities whose lives are highly tied to the land. Their hospitality, ease and joy of being make your trip a more personal and complete experience, providing anecdotes and experiences that you will take with you even after you get home.

Through Namaskar India Tour, Ladakh and Himalayas will all be a perfect combination of adventure, culture, spirituality, and nature. We will create a custom-designed program which will take you to the face of the mountains and the spirit of the people who view the mountains as their home.