Mighty
Himalyas with Buddhist Monastries
14 days to discover the beauty of Himalyas.
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DAY 1:DELHI |
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Arrival at the International Airport. Meet & greet by
our staff. Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at Delhi
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Day 02: Delhi
(After breakfast at the Hotel proceed to a city tour of
Old & New Delhi.) |
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Delhi The capital of Indian republic has the strategic position
in the administration since The Epic of Mahabharata. It was
sacked and looted several times by foreign invaders but it
stands still in all the upheavals and trumbls. It is the third
largest City of India. At Delhi visit Jamamajsid (India’s
biggest mosque), Red fort (built in red sandstone and a blend
of Hindu and Islamic architecture),India Gate, Parlimant house
& President’s House, Qutab Minar, Humayun’s
tomb etc.
Overnight at Delhi
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Day 03: Amritsar
(After breakfast at the Hotel proceed to Amritsar 6 hrs
drive.On arrival check in to Hotel.) |
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Amritsar (meaning pool of Nectar) lies in the northern state
of Punjab and is famous for its Golden Temple. We visit the
Golden Temple to know more about the native Sikh population
of the state Punjab. Sikhs are meanwhile scattered in whole
of India and are easily recognizable through their mighty
colourful turbans.
Overnight at Amritsar
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Day 04 & 05:
Dharamsala (After breakfast at Hotel proceed to Dharamsala
about 5 hrs drive.On arrival check in to Hotel) |
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Dharamshala has one of the most spectacular settings
for a Hill Station as it varies in height from 1200 m. to 1800
m. In Dharamshala, there is a strong Tibetan influence. The
Dalai Lama settled here after the Chinese invasion of Tibet
in 1959. There is a monastery at Mcleodganj a short distance
along from the Dalai's Lama's residence. We can walk through
Mcleodganj and visit a Tibetan monastery, the church of St.
John and a school complex. Overnight at Dharamsala
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Day 05: Jammu
(After breakfast at Hotel proceed to Jammu about 5 hrs
drive about.On arrival check in to Hotel) |
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Along the snow covered mountains of mighty Himalayas drive from
Dharamshala to Jammu. The city of Jammu is the second largest
in the state and is the winter capital of the government. The
old town of Jammu overlooks the river Tawi. In Jammu visit the
Baghunath Temple of the 19th century and Ranbireswar-Temple
which is dedicated to God Shiva. Also visit the Dogra Art Gallery
which is famous for its miniature paintings. Jammu is basically
the Homeland of Dogra, the Rajput clan of the hill region of
the Ravi River. Overnight at Jammu
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Day 06: Jammu
- Leh (After breakfast transfer to the airport to board
the flight for Leh.On arrival transfer to Hotel) |
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The capital of Ladakh. Due to its altitude (3500 m.) Ladakh
is also known as the roof of the world. Leh was an important
place in the historical times on the Silk Road to central Asia.
The rest of the day is at leisure to acclaim ourselves to this
high altitude of Leh. Overnight at Leh
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Day 07: Leh |
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In Leh visit Leh Palace. Leh Palace in the NW has been described
as a miniature version of Lhasa's Potala palace, with which
this 17th century building is contemporary. This Potala (palace)
rises up like mountain. From the town below it is dazzling in
the morning sun and ghostly at night. Enjoy the wonderful view
of the city and beautiful surroundings from the roof of the
palace. This palace was built by the King Singe Namagyal and
still owned by the royal family. At present is this palace not
occupied as the royal family resides in the other palace in
stock. Overnight at Leh
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Day 08: Leh (After
breakfast at the Hotel proceed to the excursion of Spituk
& Phyang) |
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Excursion: Spituk, Phyang
Start the day by visiting the monastery Spituk. Spituk monastery
(15. Century) is 8 km from Leh and is situated on a hilltop
overlooking the Indus. Spituk valley has an enormous statue
of Kali whose face is unveiled once a year during the Spituk
festival. This monastery also contains an ancient collection
of masks. 135 yellow capped monks resides in this monastery.
After the visit of Spituk proceed to the Gompa Phyang which
is a traditional monastery setting for a spectacular religious
festival with masked dancing. There are 50 red capped monks
residing here. Overnight at Leh
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Day 09: Leh (After
breakfast at Hotel proceed to the excursion of Tikse &
Shey) |
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Excursion: Tikse, Shey
Start excursion by visiting the monastery of Tikse.
Tikse is one of the most imposing monastery in Ladakh. The monastery
has 12 stories, 10 temples, a nunnery and 60 lamas in residence.
It contains numerous stupas, statues, tankhas, wall painting
and a large pillar engraved with the teaching of Buddha. Also
see here a collection of Tibetan scripts. After the visit of
Tikse visit the village of Shey on the eastern bank of the Indus.
Shay was the royal residence and was located at an important
vantage point in the Indus valley. It has a large victory stupa
which is topped with gold. Overnight at Leh
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Day 10: Leh (After
breakfast at Hotel proceed to the excursion of Hemis.)
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Excursion: Hemis
Visit the monastery of Hemis. The rich monastery of Hemis is
the biggest in Ladakh and is perched on top of a pleasant green
hill surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. Every year
a colorful famous festival of mask dances takes place in Hemis.
This Monastery (Gompa) has an important library of Tibetan style
books and an impressive collection of tankhas, the largest of
which is displayed every 11 years. Overnight at Leh
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Day 11: Leh (After
breakfast at Hotel proceed to the excursion of Stok.) |
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Excursion: Stok
Drive to the small village stok. The attraction of stok remains
the Palace of stok which is 200 years old. The palace and museum
at stok is a showpiece for the royal tankhas, royal crown, dresses,
coins, precious stones and turquoise head dresses. Overnight
at Leh
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Day 12: Leh (After
breakfast at Hotel proceed to the excursion of Alchir
& Likir) |
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Excursion: Alchir, Likir
In the noon drive to Alchi through the exciting landscaping
of Ladakh. Alchi has been declared as an UNESCO monument. The
Monastery of Alchi is a large temple complex and is regarded
as one of the most important Buddhist centers in Ladakh and
a jewel of monastic skill. After the visit of Alchi proceed
to Likir. Likir contains the ruins of a Buddhist citadel impressively
sited on a spur overlooking the Indus Valley. It served as a
royal residence for several periods between 15th and 17th Centuries.
Overnight at Leh
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Day 13: Leh -
Delhi (After breakfast at Hotel morning transfer to airport
to board the flight to Delhi.On arrival proceed to a little
tour to Delhi) |
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In the noon flight from Leh to Delhi. In the afternoon visit
Bahai Temple, also known as Lotus Temple which is built out
of white marble and in the characteristic Bahai temple shape
of a lotus flower. Bahai temples are 9 sided, symbolizing comprehensiveness,
oneness and unity. We visit this unique building, which gives
the message of unification of the human race. The rest of the
day at leisure.
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Day 14: Delhi
(Transfer to International airport for departure as per
flight schedule.) |
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Around midnight flight to home destination.
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