15 days in Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh & Kedarnath Itinerary
Created using Inspirock India sightseeing planner
Start: New Delhi
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Leh
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Shimla
— 2 nights
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Kedarnath
— 2 nights
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Kasol
— 1 night
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Manali
— 4 nights
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Dharamsala
— 2 nights
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End: New Delhi
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Leh — 3 nights
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The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.Leh is known for nature, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Thiksey Monastery, stop by De Pashmina Emporium, hit the best photo ops around with an inspiring photography tour, and don't miss a visit to Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers.
To see reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Leh trip itinerary maker website.
New Delhi to Leh is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train, taxi, and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Shimla.
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Shimla — 2 nights
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Queen of Hills
The city of Shimla spreads out across a ridge, offering views of Himalayan scenery all around.Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): don't miss a visit to The Mall, admire the landmark architecture of Viceregal Lodge, and then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Kufri Fun World. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to The Ridge, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jakhu Temple, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Christ Church.
For photos, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Shimla travel itinerary planner.
Getting from Leh to Shimla by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can travel to Kedarnath.
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Kedarnath — 2 nights
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Kedarnath is a town located in the Indian state of Uttarakhand and has gained importance because of Kedarnath Temple. Start off your visit on the 7th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Madmaheshwar Temple and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Gaurikund Temple. On the next day, pause for some photo ops at Shankaracharya Samadhi and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kedarnath Mandir.
To see photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Kedarnath visit planning site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Shimla to Kedarnath. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Kasol.
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To see photos, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Kedarnath visit planning site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Shimla to Kedarnath. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Kasol.
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Kasol — 1 night
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Kasol is an emerging party destination for young backpackers, trekkers, and nature lovers.On the 9th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Sri Guru Nanak Devji Gurudwara, don't miss a visit to Naina Bhagwati Mandir, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Sar Pass Trek.
To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Kasol day trip site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Kedarnath to Kasol. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Manali.
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Manali — 4 nights
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People visit Manali for a number of reasons, but all of them revolve around the landscape.Manali is known for nature, historic sites, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hidimba Devi Temple, take in the natural beauty of Vashisht Baths, contemplate the waterfront views at Beas River, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read our Manali online travel planner.
Drive from Kasol to Manali in 2.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Dharamsala.
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Dharamsala — 2 nights
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The hill station of Dharamsala's reputation stems from its large community of exiled Tibetan Buddhists, including the Dalai Lama.On the 14th (Mon), relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then gain insight at Norbulingka Institute, and then admire the verdant scenery at Kangra Valley. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Triund Hill, take in the dramatic scenery at Bhagsu Waterfall, and then browse the range of quality goods at Kushi Boutique.
To find more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Dharamsala driving holiday planning tool.
Traveling by car from Manali to Dharamsala takes 7 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Tue) to allow time to fly back home.
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Ladakh travel guide
Hemmed in by the Kunlun and Great Himalaya ranges, Ladakh remains a sparsely populated land of stark natural beauty. An independent kingdom for some 900 years, Ladakh developed a unique culture that strongly resembles Tibet. Islam has also left its mark, with Muslims making up about half of the population. Highlights of a trip to Ladakh include an exploration of the Indus River Valley, driving on the world's highest road, and touring ancient Buddhist monasteries perched high in the mountains. Outdoor enthusiasts can gear up for rugged treks and river rafting, while cultural tours inspire with a range of vibrant summer festivals. Picturesque Leh makes a good base for exploring the region. Note that due to extreme weather conditions, some roads remain closed for about half the year. Also, a strong military presence means you may need permits to access certain areas.
Himachal Pradesh travel guide
Home to the majestic western Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh ranks among the world's top mountaineering destinations. Tourism in Himachal Pradesh draws adventurers from far and wide to climb, raft, paraglide, hike, and ski their way across the picture-perfect river valleys and snow-covered mountain slopes. Those looking for something less strenuous can tour Himachal Pradesh's charming hill stations, where the holiday atmosphere lasts all year. To travel through this mountainous region the old-fashioned way, consider one of the state's narrow-gauge railways, which include the World Heritage-listed Kalka-Shimla train line.
