29 days in India Itinerary

Set over a number of hills, the quiet town of Dalhousie was established by the British in the 19th century as a summer resort town.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Sat): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Dainkund Peak, then trek along Ganji Pahari, then stroll around Beeji's Park, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Panjpulla.

To see maps, photos, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Dalhousie road trip website.

Washington DC, USA to Dalhousie is an approximately 29-hour combination of flight and car. Traveling from Washington DC to Dalhousie, you'll lose 10.5 hours due to the time zone difference. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) early enough to travel to Leh.

The former capital of the Kingdom of Ladakh, Leh possesses a historic old town area marked by stupas, monasteries, and traditional mud-brick houses.

Explore hidden gems such as Zanskar the Virgin Valley and Panamic Hot Sulphur Springs. Get outdoors at Photography Tours and Donkey Sanctuary. There's lots more to do: Head underground at Saspol Caves, take in the dramatic natural features at Magnetic Hill, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Spituk Monastery, and admire the verdant scenery at Nubra Valley.

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Do a combination of taxi and flight from Dalhousie to Leh in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel to Nainital.

The popular hill station of Nainital was named after the pear-shaped lake around which the resort town has evolved.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Hanuman Garhi, contemplate the long history of Governor's House Raj Bhawan, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Guano Hills, then identify plant and animal life at Pangot and Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Naina Peak. On your second day here, explore the activities along Naukuchia Taal, contemplate the waterfront views at Naukuchiatal Lake, then explore the activities along Bhimtal Lake, and finally take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Hidimba Parvat.

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, refer to the Nainital tour itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Leh to Nainital takes 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow time for travel to Darjeeling.

The train, the tea, and the hills bring visitors to Darjeeling, one of India's most famous and well-preserved Raj-era hill stations.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Japanese Peace Pagoda, then look for all kinds of wild species at Tinchuley Village, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Lamahatta. On the 6th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: view the masterpieces at Ava Art Gallery, get to know the resident critters at Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, push the limits with an extreme tour, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahakal Temple, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Observatory Hill.

For traveler tips, ratings, photos, and more tourist information, read our Darjeeling travel itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of taxi, flight, and car from Nainital to Darjeeling takes 10.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. July in Darjeeling sees daily highs of 90°F and lows of 78°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can go by car to Pelling.

The small hill station of Pelling draws visitors with its impressive nature and abundance of hotels and resorts.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Tue): take in the spiritual surroundings of Pemayangtse Monastery, explore the ancient world of Rabdentse Ruins, then take in the dramatic scenery at Kanchenjunga Falls, then snap pictures at Singshore Bridge Bungee Jumping, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sky Walk Pelling Sikkim. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the landmark architecture of Sangacholing Monastery, admire the sheer force of Sangay Falls, admire the sheer force of Rimbi Water Falls, then contemplate the waterfront views at Khecheopalri Lake, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Phodong Monastery.

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Getting from Darjeeling to Pelling by car takes about 3.5 hours. In July, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 78°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Gangtok.

Situated in the eastern Himalayan range, state capital Gangtok combines a modern, resort town style with ancient spiritual beliefs and an impressive natural heritage.

On the 9th (Thu), admire the sheer force of Kyongnosla Waterfall, don't miss a visit to Baba Harbhajan Singh Temple, steep yourself in history at Nathula, explore the activities along Tsongmo Lake, then take in the awesome beauty at White Hill, and finally look for gifts at Handicraft Emporium. Here are some ideas for day two: wander the streets of MG Marg, get outside with Outdoor Activities, then fly like a bird with a parasailing or paragliding tour, and finally make a trip to Kyichu Ga-Tsal.

For maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Gangtok day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Pelling to Gangtok takes 4.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Lachung.

Perched high in the Himalayas, Lachung offers quintessential mountain scenery and small-village hospitality, making it one of India's most beloved destinations.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): admire the verdant scenery at Yumthang Valley, take in the spiritual surroundings of Lachung Monastery, admire the sheer force of Naga Falls, then admire the sheer force of Bhim Nala Falls, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Lachung Monastery.

For traveler tips, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Lachung trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Gangtok to Lachung by car takes about 4.5 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) early enough to travel to Sangla.

Close to the Tibetan border, Sangla is a small town rarely visited by foreign tourists.

On the 13th (Mon), take in the awesome beauty at Chitkul, look for all kinds of wild species at Rakchham-Chhitkul Sanctuary, then wander the streets of Rakcham, and finally explore the activities along Baspa River. Here are some ideas for day two: look for all kinds of wild species at Trout Farm, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Bering Nag Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kailash Dwar Sangla, and finally head outdoors with Rupin Pass.

To see where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Sangla road trip tool.

Getting from Lachung to Sangla by car takes about 44 hours. On the 14th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Kullu.

Kullu tourism thrives thanks to the area's temples and majestic hills, covered in apple forests and deodar trees.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Raghunath Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Dhakpo Shedrupling Monastery, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Lord Ramchandra Temple, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Kulant Pith. On the next day, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Gauri Shankar Temple, take a memorable drive along Hampta, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahadevi Tirth, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Jagatipatt Temple.

To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, read Kullu visit app.

Drive from Sangla to Kullu in 8.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Manali.

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

Get in touch with nature at Jogini Waterfall and Bhrigu Lake. Step off the beaten path and head to Canyoning & Rappelling Tours and The Himalayan Trout Fish Farm. And it doesn't end there: contemplate the waterfront views at Beas Kund, take in the dramatic scenery at Rozy Falls, take in the awesome beauty at Keylong, and admire the verdant scenery at Solang Valley.

To see more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read Manali tour planning site.

Drive from Kullu to Manali in 1.5 hours. On the 22nd (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.