11 days in North India Itinerary

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 out of the city life by going to Nubra Valley and Magnetic Hill. And it doesn't end there: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, appreciate the views at Zanskar the Virgin Valley, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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Washington DC, USA to Leh is an approximately 27-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 10.5 hours traveling from Washington DC to Leh. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Mon) to allow time to travel to Agra.

Tourism in Agra revolves around two words: Taj Mahal.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Tue): take in the exciting artwork at Taj Gallery, then admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, then tour in style with a train tour, and finally explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort.

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Traveling by combination of flight and train from Leh to Agra takes 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. In June in Agra, expect temperatures between 103°F during the day and 82°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Tue) early enough to drive to New Delhi.

Designed by notable English architects and proclaimed India's capital in 1931, New Delhi sits in the middle of a sprawling metropolitan area with a population of over 25 million.

On the 10th (Wed), make a trip to India Gate, admire the landmark architecture of Humayun's Tomb, take in panoramic vistas at Qutub Minar, then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan).

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Drive from Agra to New Delhi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daytime highs in New Delhi are 102°F, while nighttime lows are 81°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can travel to Manali.

People visit Manali for a number of reasons, but all of them revolve around the landscape.

On the 11th (Thu), identify plant and animal life at Manali Sanctuary, take in the spiritual surroundings of Hidimba Devi Temple, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ghatotkach Tree Templ, then witness a stunning natural landmark at Vashisht Baths, then explore the activities along Beas River, and finally skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour. On your second day here, explore the activities along Beas Kund, hit the slopes at Solang Nullah, then admire the verdant scenery at Solang Valley, then admire the sheer force of Jogini Waterfall, and finally explore the historical opulence of Naggar Castle.

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Getting from New Delhi to Manali by flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. You'll have a few hours on the 13th (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling home.