10 days in India Itinerary
Created using Inspirock India vacation planner
Start: Chennai
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Gangtok
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Drive to Bagdogra Airport, Fly to Leh Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport, Drive to Alchi
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Alchi
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Leh
— 4 nights
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Jaipur
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End: Chennai
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Gangtok — 2 nights
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Situated in the eastern Himalayan range, state capital Gangtok combines a modern, resort town style with ancient spiritual beliefs and an impressive natural heritage.Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): don't miss a visit to Hanuman Tok and then take a stroll through MG Marg. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Nathula and then don't miss a visit to Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple.
For maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Gangtok road trip planner.
Chennai to Gangtok is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Fri) early enough to travel to Alchi.
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Alchi — 1 night
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On the 12th (Sat), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Likir Gompa and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Alchi Monastery.
To find maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Alchi itinerary app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gangtok to Alchi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Leh.
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To find maps, photos, and tourist information, go to the Alchi itinerary app.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gangtok to Alchi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Leh.
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Leh — 4 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.Step off the beaten path and head to Shanti Stupa and Khardung La. Hemis Monastery and Spituk Monastery are good opportunities to explore the local culture. There's lots more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Stakna Monastery, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, contemplate the long history of Gurudwara Shri Datun Sahib Ji, and see the interesting displays at Hall of Fame.
For maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Leh trip planner.
Getting from Alchi to Leh by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: drive. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to fly to Jaipur.
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Jaipur — 2 nights
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Pink City
Known as the "Pink City" because of the color of the stone used for many of its notable structures, Jaipur draws visitors with its chaotic street life and a slew of colorful bazaars selling everything from handmade pottery to tie-dye scarves.Start off your visit on the 17th (Thu): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, step into the grandiose world of Amber Palace, and then admire the landmark architecture of Jal Mahal. Here are some ideas for day two: get engrossed in the history at City Palace of Jaipur, see the sky in a new way at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, then admire the striking features of Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Moti Dungari Temple.
For other places to visit, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Jaipur trip maker app.
Traveling by flight from Leh to Jaipur takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 47°C in June, and nighttime lows around 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Fri) to allow time to fly back home.
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India travel guide
It may very well be fair to call India "incredible," given its mind-boggling diversity of landscapes, climates, cultures, and languages. The world's largest democracy, and second only to China in terms of population, India contains majestic peaks dusted with glistening snow, sun-drenched beaches, ancient hand-carved temples, and sprawling cities jam-packed with people, vehicles, and animals. Many tour India during the country's devotional festivals, which range from immense parades that convert cities into giant performance stages, to simple farming fairs dedicated to relatively obscure local deities. Whenever you choose to vacation in India, make sure you see some of the country's World Heritage Sites, which include the legendary Taj Mahal and Chilika Lake, the planet's second-largest lagoon.
