May 28 - June 14 2026
MOUNTAINS, MONASTERIES & MYSTICS
Delhi • Dharamshala • Amritsar • Kashmir • Ladakh
The trip of a lifetime with yoga teacher and India expert Jane Kagan and local, Gopesh Bhatt.
After exploring Dharamshala and Amritsar we venture to India’s dream destinations of Kashmir and Ladakh and experience life amidst the cloud-conquering peaks of the Himalayas
Book now for 2026: May 28 - June 14
MAY - JUNE 2026 DAILY ITINERARY
Day 1. Thur 28: ARRIVE DELHI - Namaste, welcome to India! We meet you at the airport and settle you in to your hotel
Day 2. Fri 29: DELHI - you can relax, go exploring or shopping. A day tour of Delhi, or the Taj Mahal can be arranged
Day 3. Sat 30: DHARAMSHALA, Himachal Pradesh - we have an early flight to Dharamshala. Majestic and mesmerising Himalayan peaks serve as a backdrop to the home town of the Dalai Lama and the world's highest cricket ground. In 1959, after Chinese occupation, the 14th Dalai Lama fled Tibet, Dharamshala became his new home
Day 4. Sun 31: DHARAMSHALA - we stay in lively McLeod Ganj, or Upper Dharamshala, also known as 'Little Lhasa' due to the large population of Tibetans. It's culture is a beautiful fusion of Tibetan with some British influence. It has an elevation of 2,082 metres (6,831 feet)
Day 5. Mon 1 JUNE: DHARAMSHALA to AMRITSAR, Punjab - we have a road trip to the spiritual home of the Sikhs and the glittering Golden Temple
Day 6. Tues 2: AMRITSAR - free day to explore delightful Amritsar
Day 7. Wed 3: AMRITSAR to SRINAGAR, Kashmir - we fly to Srinagar, fondly known as 'Heaven on Earth'. Lush meadows meet the dramatic Himalayan mountains. We stay three nights on iconic houseboats floating on picturesque Dal Lake.
Day 8. Thur 4: SRINAGAR - take a Shikara ride, relax on your houseboat, go exploring, there's lots to do and see
Day 9. Fri 5: SRINAGAR - today we visit Kashmir's splendid Mughal Gardens and tour the old town
Day 10. Sat 6: SRINAGAR to SONAMARG - day one of our road trip to Leh and our first high pass. We enjoy a night in this beautiful hill station and take an optional trek to a glacier
Day 11. Sun 7: SONAMARG to KARGIL, Ladakh - day two on the road, the majestic and raw beauty is captivating; glaciers, mountain passes, glistening rivers, frozen peaks, and a myriad of hues. We stay in a lovely hotel by a river
Day 12. Mon 8: KARGIL to ULEYTOKPO - we have two nights in a remote, wonderful wellbeing resort by the Indus River
Day 13. Tues 9: ULEYTOKPO - our beautiful resort is the perfect place to unwind in the mountains. We'll visit Alchi, one of the oldest monasteries in Ladakh
Day 14. Wed 10: ULEYTOKPO to LEH - our peaceful Hotel Chamba is nestled at the foot of 14 century Thiksey Monastery
Day 15. Thur 11: LEH - the Himalayan kingdom of LADAKH is a remote region of India with colossal snow capped mountains, moonscape scenery, Tibetan culture, ancient monasteries and fluttering prayer flags, its like being in a time warp
Day 16. Fri 12: LEH - Ladakh is a land like no other, dominated by dramatic landscapes. We'll explore Thiksey and other old and fascinating monasteries. Sunrise with the local monks as they welcome the new day will stay with you forever
Day 17. Sat 13: LEH to DELHI - we have a lunchtime flight back to Delhi - with stunning views of the Himalaya's (weather permitting) we enjoy our last evening back in the cosmopolitan capital city
Day 18. Sun 14: DEPART DELHI - we will arrange your airport transfers
REGISTRATION:
Contact Jane to check availability
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Pay the (non-refundable) deposit to secure your spot
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Complete the Registration Form & Tour Contract
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For this tour to take place - a minimum of 10 guests must register, payments are held until we have 10 guests
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By 1 Jan 2026, if 10 guests have not registered, your payments can be transferred to another tour or refunded
Tour cost is based on sharing a twin or double room. If you wish to share but don’t have a roommate, we'll do our best to match you with a suitable person. We cannot guarantee this. Extra cost for your own room is $1,799
PAYMENT PLAN - AUD:
Pay in full $6,899 - OR secure your place with the deposit
1) $1,999 - deposit at time of booking
2) $2,900 - by 1 Oct 2025
3) $2,000 - by 1 Jan 2026
= $6,899 - want your own room, add $1,799 to your last payment. Bank details will be sent via email
WHATS INCLUDED:
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17 nights accommodation
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All breakfasts, lunches, dinners & bottled water
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All road and rail transportation, three domestic flights
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Yoga and meditation classes
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Site entrance fees and local guides
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Tips and donations
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
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Return air fare to DELHI, we can help you find good flights (around AUD $1,200 Syd-Delhi-Syd)
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Your visa for India - around AUD $45
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Travel insurance and vaccines
MAX GROUP SIZE: 15
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Adjustment to the high altitude. Walking, steps and extended time on your feet