Shakti was conceived to share the rejuvenating effects of remote surroundings with our luxury Himalayas tours in India – to provide privileged access to places far removed from the noise & clutter of the modern world, where space, peace & epic landscapes from the Indian Himalayas provoke the imagination & nourish the soul. In these places of intense beauty & their deep, soothing serenity the traveler can slow down for a while and simply be.
Shakti provides private luxury Himalayan holidays & tours for the sophisticated traveler, to compellingly beautiful and remote regions of the Indian Himalayas, in comfort and style.
Shakti provide luxury Himalayas breaks and Himalayan holidays to the top Indian Himalayas destinations available. Enjoy a secluded trip that isn’t just any holiday, it is a Himalayan holiday, a holiday that will never be forgotten, a tick off your bucket list, as this regions influence on the world is sure to touch anyone’s soul with its captivating sense of freedom & awe.
Day 01 Arrive Delhi (By Flight)
On arrival at the airport met our representative and then transfer to hotel for overnight stay.
Delhi, India’s capital territory, is a massive metropolitan area in the country’s north. In Old Delhi, a neighborhood dating to the 1600s, stands the imposing Mughal-era Red Fort, a symbol of India, and the sprawling Jama Masjid mosque, whose courtyard accommodates 25,000 people. Nearby is Chandni Chowk, a vibrant bazaar filled with food carts, sweets shops and spice stalls.
Day 02 Delhi–Kathgodam (By Train) / Kathgodam–Jwalabanj (52 Km/ 1H )
This morning board your train from Delhi, departing at 0600hrs, arriving into Kathgodam at 1140hrs. On arrival, your Shakti guide will collect you from the station and you will be driven to the Almora region (3½ hours away). En route you will stop for lunch. Take a short walk into the village of Jwalabanj and enjoy a leisurely evening
Day 03 Jwalabunj – Leti (By Road) (155 Kms / 5H appx)
This morning you will walk for 10 minutes to the road head where you will be driven for 5 hours to Shakti 360° Leti. There will then be a walk of 5 minutes to the property.
Day 04 Leti
Your days at Shakti 360° Leti can include hikes, more gentle walks, time spent at the small charming school close by or spend time in the kitchen with the chefs. Lunches will either be as picnics on longer hikes, or return for lunch under the shamiana, with mesmerizing views down the Ramganga Valley. Enjoy peaceful time reading, or playing backgammon or simply snoozing your day is yours to spend as you wish. Spend the evenings by the fire before a home cooked supper by candle-light
Day 05 Leti (By Road) (80 Kms / 3H 30 M appx)
Your days at Shakti 360° Leti can include hikes, more gentle walks, time spent at the small charming school close by or spend time in the kitchen with the chefs. Lunches will either be as picnics on longer hikes, or return for lunch under the shamiana, with mesmerizing views down the Ramganga Valley. Enjoy peaceful time reading, or playing backgammon or simply snoozing your day is yours to spend as you wish. Spend the evenings by the fire before a home cooked.
Day 06 Leti – Kana
This morning after a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven 5 hours to Kana. Enroute, you will have the option to visit the main town of Almora. Visit the Panchachuli Women’s Factory – founded in the late 1990’s. For those of you who wish to walk more, there is a beautiful hike near Kana.
Day 07 Kana-Kathgodam (102 Km/ 3H 30M) / Kathgodam–Delhi (By Train)
This morning after a leisurely breakfast you will be driven back to Kathgodam Railway Station for 4.5 hours for your journey back to Delhi.You will board your train (Shatabdi Express) departing at 15:35 hrs and arrive into Delhi at 21:05 hrs. Alternatively you could take the flight from Pantnagar to Delhi. There is an Air India flight operating four times a week on; Tues/Weds/Fri/Sat (Pantnagar to Delhi).
Day 08 Depart Delhi (By Flight)
Board flight for onward journey.
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City | Night (s) | 5 Star Deluxe | Room Category |
Delhi | 01 | Radisson Blu | Deluxe Room |
Jwalabanj | 02 | Village House | Premier Room |
Leti | 03 | Village House | Premier Room |
Kana | 01 | Village House | Premier Room |
– Welcome on arrival with fresh flower garlands.
– Meet assist at the airport / hotels with our representative.
– 07 Nights accommodation as per the program.
– Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner.
– Entrance fees to the monuments.
– Delhi – Kathgodam – Delhi AC chair class express train ticket.
– All necessary support and assistance staff during the tour.
– Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
– All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
– Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
– All taxes
– Tips
– International Air Fare
– Camera / Video Camera Fees
– Visa Fees
– Travel Insurance
– Personal expenses and drinks.
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.