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Northern India (Delhi, Shimla, Mandi, Dharamshala, Amritsar, Rishikesh)

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Northern India is a vast and richly layered region spanning the chaotic energy of Delhi, the Himalayan hill stations of Shimla and Dharamshala, the sacred ghats of Rishikesh, and the spiritual heart of Sikhism at Amritsar's Golden Temple. The region draws travellers for its extraordinary diversity — from trekking and yoga retreats in the foothills of the Himalayas to Mughal architecture, bustling bazaars, and centuries-old temples. Dharamshala and Mandi serve as gateways to Himachal Pradesh's mountain landscapes, while Rishikesh on the Ganges is a global hub for white-water rafting and meditation. It's a cornerstone destination for independent travellers seeking culture, adventure, and spiritual experience all in one journey.

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Northern India (Delhi, Shimla, Mandi, Dharamshala, Amritsar, Rishikesh) · 13 days

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Shimla, Dharamshala & Rishikesh: Self-Launched Himalayan Circuit

A 13-day self-launched version of Golden Triangle India Tours' "Shimla with Rishikesh Tour" — covering Delhi's Mughal and colonial highlights, the UNESCO Kalka–Shimla toy train, the pine forests of Kufri and Naldehra, Mandi's riverside temples, the Tibetan heart of McLeod Ganj, the Golden Temple and Wagah Border at Amritsar, and finally yoga-and-aarti Rishikesh on the Ganges. Where the packaged tour uses a car-and-driver with a guide, this plan uses India's excellent trains and government buses, self-bookable guides via GetYourGuide/Klook, and clean hostels and guesthouses in place of 3-star hotels. Ideal for solo travellers comfortable with booking as they go — book trains 30–60 days ahead on IRCTC and you can shave a further chunk off the estimate below. All costs are approximate per person, excluding international flights.

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