20 days in India & Bhutan Itinerary
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Start: Washington, United States
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Leh, India
— 5 nights
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Manali, India
— 2 nights
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Gangtok, India
— 2 nights
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Thimphu, Bhutan
— 2 nights
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Paro, Bhutan
— 2 nights
Fly to Delhi, Train to Agra
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Agra, India
— 2 nights
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Jaipur, India
— 3 nights
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End: Washington, United States
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Leh, India — 5 nights
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You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Shanti Stupa and Likir Gompa. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Alchi Monastery and Hemis Monastery. There's still lots to do: cruise along Khardung La, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour, and get engrossed in the history at Hall of Fame.
To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Leh trip itinerary tool.
Washington, USA to Leh is an approximately 28-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to India Standard Time, which is usually a 10.5 hour difference. On the 19th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Manali.
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Washington, USA to Leh is an approximately 28-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to India Standard Time, which is usually a 10.5 hour difference. On the 19th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Manali.
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Manali, India — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): admire the sheer force of Jogini Waterfall, explore the activities along Beas River, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hidimba Devi Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gurudwara Shri Manikaran Sahib.
For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Manali journey planner.
Drive from Leh to Manali in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Gangtok.
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Drive from Leh to Manali in 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Gangtok.
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Gangtok, India — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): don't miss a visit to Hanuman Tok and then visit MG Marg. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 23rd (Sun): don't miss a visit to Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple.
To find reviews, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, use the Gangtok trip website.
Traveling by flight from Manali to Gangtok takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can fly to Thimphu.
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Traveling by flight from Manali to Gangtok takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Sun) so you can fly to Thimphu.
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Thimphu, Bhutan — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 24th (Mon): see Off-Road Tours, appreciate the history behind Kuenselphodrang, and then capture your vacation like a pro with an inspiring photography tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thimphu Chorten (Memorial Chorten), ponder the world of politics at Tashichho Dzong (Thimpu Dzong), then see the interesting displays at Royal Textile Academy of Bhutan, and finally make a trip to Changangkha Lhakhang.
For traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, read Thimphu journey tool.
Traveling by flight from Gangtok to Thimphu takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Gangtok to Thimphu, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 72°F in May, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Paro.
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Traveling by flight from Gangtok to Thimphu takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Gangtok to Thimphu, you'll lose 0.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 72°F in May, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can go by car to Paro.
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Paro, Bhutan — 2 nights
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On the 26th (Wed), contemplate the long history of Paro Taktsang and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kyichu Lhakhang. Keep things going the next day: take in the spiritual surroundings of Rinpung Dzong and then see the interesting displays at National Museum.
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You can drive from Thimphu to Paro in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In May, daily temperatures in Paro can reach 72°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to travel to Agra.
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You can drive from Thimphu to Paro in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In May, daily temperatures in Paro can reach 72°F, while at night they dip to 54°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Thu) early enough to travel to Agra.
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Agra, India — 2 nights
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Taj City
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Fri): take in the history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity, explore the historical opulence of Agra Fort, and then admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal. On the next day, admire the landmark architecture of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, then admire the landmark architecture of Taj Mahal, and then view the masterpieces at Taj Gallery.
For reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read our Agra trip planner.
Getting from Paro to Agra by combination of flight and train takes about 9 hours. Other options: do a combination of car, bus, and train. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Paro to Agra due to the time zone difference. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from Paro in May; daily highs in Agra reach 106°F and lows reach 78°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Jaipur.
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Getting from Paro to Agra by combination of flight and train takes about 9 hours. Other options: do a combination of car, bus, and train. You'll gain 0.5 hours traveling from Paro to Agra due to the time zone difference. Expect much hotter temperatures when traveling from Paro in May; daily highs in Agra reach 106°F and lows reach 78°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Jaipur.
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Jaipur, India — 3 nights
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Pink City
Start off your visit on the 30th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, look and learn at Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, then don't miss a visit to City Palace of Jaipur, and finally stop by Satyam Silver. On the next day, admire the striking features of Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, then explore the historical opulence of Amber Palace, and then examine the collection at Amrapali Museum.
To see photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Jaipur online trip itinerary builder.
Fly from Agra to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 106°F in May, and nighttime lows around 81°F. On the 1st (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.
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Fly from Agra to Jaipur in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 106°F in May, and nighttime lows around 81°F. On the 1st (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel 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.
Bhutan travel guide
Last Shangrila
Thanks to its location in the Himalayas, tiny Bhutan's main tourist attraction is its stunning natural scenery. The last of the world's Buddhist kingdoms, this mountainous country boasts stretches of fertile land and a small population surviving on subsistence farming. Visitors seeking culturally enriching experiences take a trip to Bhutan to discover a mysterious and magic mountain kingdom where traditional Buddhism slowly and carefully accepts the developments of the modern world. Popular things to do in this "Last Shangrila" include bird-watching, hiking, and biking through some of the planet's least-spoiled wilderness areas, where commercial tourism still seems a concept from a distant future.
