trek to the home of the dalai lama india
TREK TO THE HOME OF THE DALAI LAMA
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TREK TO THE HOME OF THE DALAI LAMA
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TREK TO THE HOME OF THE DALAI LAMA
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• Trek through spectacular mountain scenery in the Indian Himalayas
• Visit Hindu temples and colourful Buddhist monasteries
• Explore the Taj Mahal, one of the new seven wonders of the world
This unique expedition combines awesome Himalayan trekking with a visit to
India’s exiled Tibetan community. The challenge begins and ends in Dharamsala
where, subject to His Holiness’ commitments, your group will attend teachings
given by the Dalai Lama. You will have time to explore the town’s temples and
monasteries.
Dharamsala
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Your two week expedition follows the Uhl River, through rhododendron and
evergreen forests. The route takes in Hindu settlements and isolated Buddhist
monasteries. You will spend a night beside nomadic shepherd encampments,
and another in the Taragarh Palace, home to Maharajas for centuries.
Returning to Delhi, you will have a chance to look around India’s bustling capital,
with its labyrinth of streets and markets, crowded with exotic produce and a
fascinating mix of people. Finally, you will have the chance to explore the
magnificient Taj Mahal.
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Day 1
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Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Depart UK to Delhi, India
Arrive Delhi. Transfer to Dharamsala. Train
Spend a day in Dharamsala. Hotel
Dharamsala to Bir. Lodge
Acclimatisation day in Bir. Lodge
Trek to Majaj. Camp
Trek to Shanag. Camp
Trek to Bahrua. Camp
Rest day/optional trek. Camp
Trek to Bal. Camp
Trek to Dena Park region & transfer to Taragarh Palace
Taragarh Palace to Norbulinka Institute to Delhi. Train
Visit Taj Mahal & shopping in Delhi. Depart Delhi to UK
Arrive UK
Wind turbines – India
Your return flight to Delhi will emit 1.88 tonnes of CO2. We are investing
funds (through www.climatecare.co.uk) to reduce dependency on fossil fuels by
helping to build wind turbines in India. This helps to increase the generation of
electricity produced without the use of conventional fossil fuels. Each turbine
generates approximately enough zero-carbon electricity each year to power the
equivalent of 550 homes in the UK.
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Deposit:
Balance:
Insurance:
minimum sponsorship
£395 Deposit:
£1,304 Sponsorship:
£67 Insurance:
£395
£2,675
£67
During peak times, there may be a high season supplement added to the deposit or
sponsorship level, so please refer to the website before booking. Please refer to page 4 of the
brochure for a description of how the payment options work. The itinerary is an indication of the
programme to be undertaken and is subject to change.