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 – Deori (52 Km/ 1H 30M)
This morning you will board your train (Shatabdi express) departing at 0600hrs from New Delhi railway station and arriving into Kathgodam at 1140hrs.On arrival in Kathgodam you will be met and driven to the Almora region (3½ hours away) from where the Village Walks will begin. En route you will stop for lunch You will then begin walking from the village of Chitai – also famous for the Chitai temple (god of justice) for about 2 hours to reach your first village house in the small and sleepy town of Deora
Day 03 Deori – Jwalabunj (By Road) (155 Kms / 5 H appx)
Setting off from Deora, you will walk for thirty minutes towards the village of Chirala where you can visit the local school. Continue along the path, passing a ‘ghatt’ (water powered flour mill) and terraced fields through the village of Palyu, before climbing for twenty minutes to the road head at Ka- Chula pool From Ka-Chula Pool you have the option of taking our car to Dhaulchina, around twenty minutes away, before walking gradually uphill for thirty minutes to the lunch spot. After lunch, continue walking gradually uphill through stunning rhododendron forest for around 1½ hours until you reach the village of Jwalabanj.
Day 04 Jwalabunj
This morning you may wish to wake early and head up the ridge where at the view point – you can witness the grandeur of the rising sun, as it lights up ‘the Nanda Devi’ in shades of orange. You will then visit Jageshwar Temple Complex built in the 8th century, which is very interesting to explore. We will organize a picnic lunch at a lovely spot nearby There is an additional walk through the forest for those who are more energetic, or you could be driven directly to your village house.
Day 05 Jwalabunj – Leti (By Road) (80 Kms / 3H 30 M appx)
This morning you will walk for 10 minutes to the road head where you will be met and driven for around 5 hours to Leti. Later today you could take a cooking lesson with your chef and learn how to make some of our favourite Shakti dishes, like Momos & Biriyani.
Day 06 Leti
At Leti, you may take gentle walks or more strenuous hikes out into the countryside, and picnic hampers and guides are provided. You may just like to be at leisure to enjoy the surroundings. Spend your evening curled up in a pashmina blanket with a book from our collection or play a board game.
Day 07 Leti
You will have the option of doing an overnight camp at the Lodhura top. A strenuous walk up from the campsite, through a narrow path brings you to a flat piece of pastureland. One can see this land from the campsite, and it offers a fabulous sense of achievement to reach this area. Dinner will be prepared by your Shakti chef this evening and you will feast next to the fire under the most amazing blanket of stars over head.
Day 08 Leti – Kana (By Road) (50 Kms. / 2 H appx).
This morning after a leisurely breakfast, you will be driven 5 hours to the village of Kana. Enroute, you will have the option to visit the main town of Almora. Visit the Panchachuli Women’s Factory – Panchachuli Women Weavers Co-operative. For those keen on Kumaon trekking you could leave early from Shakti 360° so you can reach the Kana village well in time to take a beautiful hike in this area.
Day 09 Kana – Kathgodam (102 Km/ 3H 30M) / Kathgodam – Delhi (By Train)
This morning after breakfast you will be driven back to Kathgodam Railway Station for 4 hours for your journey back to Delhi. You will board your train (Shatabdi Express) departing at 1535 hrs and arriving into Delhi at 2050 hrs. On arrival meet-assist at railway station and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 Depart Delhi (By Flight)
Final departure transfer to airport for flight back to home.
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| City | Night (s) | 5 Star Deluxe | Room Category |
| Delhi | 01 | Radisson Blu | Deluxe Room |
| Deori | 01 | Village House | Premier 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.
– 08 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.