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India 11 Days

Northern Heritage

Explore Delhi and Himachal Prudesh, the land of five rivers and eternal snow peaks.  Visit Dharamsala, the home of the Dalai Lama in exile.  Experience toy trains, delightful hill stations and the famed Golden Temple of Amritsar in this journey to the far north of India.

From AUD
$1,794

Indpendent
Travelers

Departure
Weekly

Duration
11 Days

Northern Heritage 11 Days

Day 1 – Arrive Delhi (No Meals)
Fly to Delhi (flight not included). Private transfer to hotel.
Stay 2 nights at Welcome Hotel by ITC, Dwarka (Deluxe room).

Day 2 – Delhi (B)
See the Red Fort (drive past), Jama Masjid, enjoy a rickshaw ride in Chandni Chowk, and visit Raj Ghat. In New Delhi, view India Gate, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Humayun’s Tomb, and Qutub Minar.

Day 3 – Delhi to Kalka to Shimla (B)
Train from Delhi to Kalka (Executive Class, included), then private road transfer to Shimla.
Stay 2 nights at Hotel The Zion, Mall Road (Deluxe room).

Day 4 – Shimla (B)
Visit Christ Church, Scandal Corner, Jakhu Temple, and Vice Regal Lodge. Enjoy a scenic toy train ride through the Himalayan foothills.

Day 5 – Shimla to Pragpur (B)
Drive to Pragpur (approx. 4.5 hrs).
Stay 1 night at Judge’s Court (Heritage room).

Day 6 – Pragpur to Palampur (B)
Drive to Palampur (approx. 2.5 hrs). Afternoon visit to Andretta pottery village and Baijnath Temple.
Stay 1 night at Taragarh Palace Hotel (Premium room).

Day 7 – Palampur to Dharamsala (B)
Short drive to Dharamsala.
Stay 2 nights at Welcome Heritage Hotels Natraj (Luxury room).

Day 8 – Dharamsala (B)
Visit Tsuglagkhang Complex, Namgyalma Stupa, St John’s Church, Dal Lake, Tibetan villages, and Norbulingka Institute.

Day 9 – Dharamsala to Amritsar (B)
Drive to Amritsar (over 4 hrs). Evening Palki Sahib Ceremony at the Golden Temple.
Stay 2 nights at Ranjit’s SVAASA (Luxury room).

Day 10 – Amritsar (B)
Tour the Golden Temple and Jallianwala Bagh. Afternoon visit to Wagah Border for the Closing Ceremony.

Day 11 – Depart Amritsar (B)
Private transfer to Amritsar Airport (flight not included).

Inside Experiences

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Accommodation

  • 10 nights in 4* locally-rated or boutique heritage hotels as listed

Meals

  • Meals as listed (B=breakfast)

Transport

  • All airport, train station transfers and overland transfers between towns & cities as per itinerary on a private basis (vehicle with driver), as per itinerary
  • Day train from Delhi to Kalka
  • Toy train ride during the Shimla day tour

Touring

  • Sightseeing tours as listed on a private basis as listed
  • All road tolls, parking fees, and single-entry entrance fees, when applicable, as per itinerary
  • Day train from Delhi to Kalka
  • Toy train ride during the Shimla day tour
  • All local taxes and service charges
  • E-docs (travel documentation sent via email)

SKU: IJDB-SGJ-14-2024 / 2025 / 2026

Exclusions:

  • All air arrangements to, from and within India
  • Visa fees
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Early hotel check in or late hotel check out
  • Beverages of all types
  • Expenses of personal nature
  • Any other tours, meals or services not specifically covered herein

Tour Prices

Tour prices valid to 30/09/2026
Depart any day
Twin
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Triple
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Single Room
From 15/10/2025 – 15/04/2026
Solo TravellerN/AN/A$4,648
2 Travellers$2,445N/A$3,509
3 Travellers$2,204$2,006$3,286
4-6 Travellers$2.066$1,872$3,130
From 16/04/2026 – 30/09/2026
Solo TravellerN/AN/A$4,435
2 Travellers$2,350N/A$3,298
3 Travellers$2,107$1,928$3,071
4-6 Travellers$1,971$1,794$2,919

A surcharge may apply for travel mid Dec 2025 to mid Jan 2026, and during various local public holidays.

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Northern Heritage 2025–2026

Explore Delhi and Himachal Pradesh, the land of five rivers and eternal snow peaks. Visit Dharamsala, the home of the Dalai Lama in exile, ride charming toy trains, discover delightful hill stations, and marvel at the Golden Temple of Amritsar on this cultural journey to India’s far north.

Destinations:

Delhi • Shimla • Pragpur • Palampur • Dharamsala • Amritsar

Highlights

  • Ride the historic toy train to Shimla and explore colonial-era landmarks
  • Visit Dharamsala, home of the Dalai Lama, and the Norbulingka arts centre
  • Marvel at the Golden Temple and attend the Wagah Border Ceremony
  • Explore heritage towns, tea plantations, and sacred temples of Himachal Pradesh

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