12 days | India | Challenging

From the madness of Delhi, travel off the beaten path, to the beauty and tranquillity of the Indian Himalaya. This unique 12 day expedition is the perfect introduction to India.

This challenge combines awesome Himalayan trekking with a visit to India’s exiled Tibetan community. The trek begins and ends at the heart of the world’s highest mountain range in Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan community are located.

Challenge highlights:
? Trek in the Indian Himalayas
? Spectacular mountain scenery
? Explore Dharamsala, home of the Dalai Lama
? An opportunity to experience Tibetan life
? Visit Hindu temples and Buddhist monasteries
? Optional extension to the Taj Mahal, Keoladeo National Park and Fatephur Sikri

Included in the registration is :
✔ International flights to and from the UK (including all known UK air taxes, and fuel surcharges, at the time of costing)
✔ Internal transfers (unless otherwise stated in the itinerary)
✔ Accommodation during the challenge (usually in twin share)
✔ Entrance fees to national parks or other places of interest visited on the itinerary
✔ Equipment as per the challenge activity
✔ Three meals a day (unless otherwise stated in the itinerary)
✔ Drinking water on challenge days
✔ A Charity Challenge Buff, T-Shirt & Medal
✔ An English speaking first aid trained challenge leader and full local support team
✔ 15% off Cotswold Outdoor, Cycle Surgery, Snow and Rock, and Runners Need
✔ Support materials (itinerary, kit list, fact file, Q&As, health notes, travel tips, responsible travel policy and guidance)
✔ A contribution towards funding the reduction of carbon emissions through Climate Care’s portfolio of award winning projects
✔ A donation to a community project in one of the countries in which we operate
✔ Access to training weekends (optional and at additional expense)
✔ Fundraising advice
✔ Fitness training notes