Titan Travel In the Foothills of the Himalaya

• Visit the home of the Dalai Lama
• Explore the Golden Temple complex
• Travel on the Himalayan ‘Toy Train’ from Shimla to Taradevi

• Titan’s Nationwide return shared chauffeur service
• Return flights & transfers
• 11nts in 3- to 5-star accommodation
• Selected meals: 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 11 dinners
• 10 excursions & visits
• Services of a Titan tour manager

Day 1: UK – In flight
Titan Travel’s nationwide return shared chauffeur service will collect you and take you directly to the airport ahead of your flight to Delhi.

Day 2: Delhi
On arrival in Delhi, check into your hotel where the rest of the day is at leisure.
Dinner | Welcomhotel by ITC, Dwarka****

Day 3: Amritsar
Take a morning flight to Amritsar and transfer to your hotel for some time to relax. This evening, experience the Palki (‘putting to bed’) ceremony at the Golden Temple, during which the holy book of the Sikh faith is moved from the Sikh Parliament to the Temple
Breakfast and dinner | Le Meridien Amritsar*****

Day 4: Amritsar
Return to the Golden Temple, having some time to explore the complex. After, visit the bazaars and the Jallianwala Bagh. There’s also some time to admire the Durgiana Hindu temple before visiting the Partition Museum. End the day with a guided street food tour of the city.
Breakfast and dinner | Le Meridien Amritsar*****

Day 5: Dharamshala
Leaving Amritsar, head to Dharamshala, a hill station surrounded by snow-capped peaks, which is home to the Dalai Lama.
Breakfast and dinner | Infinitea Centric Dharamshala****

Day 6: Dharamshala
Spend the morning sightseeing, visiting the residence of the Dalai Lama and the Norbulingka Institute. You’ll also visit the Tibetan Children’s Village, a boarding school for orphans
Breakfast and dinner | Infinitea Centric Dharamshala****

Day 7: Pragpur
A morning drive will bring you to the small village of Pragpur, where you will enjoy a planned visit to a tea plantation and factory, prior to taking part in a guided walking tour in the afternoon.
Breakfast and dinner | The Judge’s Court, Pragpur***

Day 8: Shimla
Today, travel to Shimla, a hill station that once served as the summer capital during British rule in India
Breakfast and dinner | Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels****

Day 9: Shimla
Enjoy a journey aboard the Himalayan ‘Toy Train’ to Taradevi. Afterwards, visit the Sankatmochan Temple before embarking on a walking tour of Shimla itself. Visit the Viceregal Lodge and Christ Church before wandering down the mall.
Breakfast and dinner | Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels****

Day 10: Shimla
Enjoy a day at your own leisure.
Breakfast and dinner | Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels****

Day 11: Chandigarh – Delhi
Head to Chandigarh, stopping for lunch on the way. Once there, board the Vande Bharat Express to Delhi
Breakfast, lunch and dinner | The Leela Ambience, Delhi*****

Day 12: Delhi
Experience a full day of sightseeing as you explore both ‘Old’ and ‘New’ Delhi. Visit the Qutab Minar minaret and the tomb of Emperor Humayun before seeing the Raj Gat and the Jama Masjid.
Breakfast and dinner | The Leela Ambience, Delhi*****

Day 13: Delhi – UK
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, where Titan’s nationwide return shared chauffeur service will be waiting to take you back home.
Breakfast

• Visits to
  • The Golden Temple
  • Dharamshala Mountains
  • Tea plantation and factory
• Sightseeing tours of
  • Amritsar
  • Dharamshala
  • Old & New Delhi
• Partition Museum and street food tour of Amritsar
• Walking tours
  • Pragpur
  • Shimla
• Himalayan ‘Toy Train’ and Vande Bharat Express train journeys

• Nationwide return shared chauffeur service
• Hotel porterage included
• Headset system on excursions

What’s included in the Titan Travel In the Foothills of the Himalaya tour?
The tour includes return flights, accommodation throughout, selected meals, rail journeys, guided sightseeing, the services of a Titan tour manager and Titan’s nationwide chauffeur service.

Does this tour include a journey on the Himalayan railways?
Yes, the itinerary features travel on India’s historic mountain railways, offering spectacular views of the Himalayan foothills and an opportunity to experience one of the country’s most iconic rail journeys.

How active is this tour?
This tour is suited to travellers who are comfortable with regular sightseeing, walking tours and exploring hill stations, temples and cultural attractions. Some days involve rail travel and time spent on foot.

Will I have any free time?
Yes, the itinerary includes free time in selected destinations, allowing you to relax, explore independently or enjoy the scenery of the Himalayan foothills at your own pace.

Who is this tour suitable for?
This tour is ideal for travellers who want to discover a different side of India, combining scenic mountain railways, colonial hill stations, Himalayan landscapes and cultural experiences in one memorable holiday.

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