15 days in Leh & North India Itinerary

Change things up with a short trip to Likir Gompa in Likir (about 1h 15 min away). Spend the 5th (Mon) among lush scenery at Zanskar the Virgin Valley. There's much more to do: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thiksey Monastery, steep yourself in history at Basgo gompa, take an in-depth tour of Hall of Fame, and make a trip to Confluence of the Indus and Zanskar Rivers.

To find maps, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Leh tour itinerary planner.

Denver, USA to Leh is an approximately 26.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Mountain Standard Time (MST) to India Standard Time (IST) is 12.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Amritsar.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Tue): stop by Raunak Punjabi Jutti, make a trip to Jallianwala Bagh, then admire the striking features of Akal Takht, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Harmandir Sahib.

For more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Amritsar trip maker site.

You can fly from Leh to Amritsar in 5.5 hours. Another option is to drive. In November, daily temperatures in Amritsar can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 50°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Varanasi.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Wed): get the lay of the land with Walking tours, contemplate the waterfront views at Ganges River, then make a trip to Dasaswamedh Ghat, and finally contemplate the long history of Rajendraprasad Ghat.

To find traveler tips, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Varanasi trip planning website.

Traveling by flight from Amritsar to Varanasi takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Varanasi when traveling from Amritsar in November, with lows around 60°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can catch the flight to Agra.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): step into the grandiose world of Agra Fort, then admire the landmark architecture of Jahangir Mahal, and then admire the striking features of Taj Mahal. Keep things going the next day: admire the architecture and history at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shri Mankameshwar Mandir, then admire the striking features of Tomb of Itimad-ud-Daulah, and finally steep yourself in history at Saha Burj.

To find photos, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, use the Agra travel planning site.

Getting from Varanasi to Agra by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Varanasi in November, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Agra, with lows of 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Fri) early enough to travel to Manali.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Sat): contemplate the waterfront views at Beas River, admire the verdant scenery at Solang Valley, then take in the dramatic scenery at Jogini Waterfall, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hidimba Devi Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Sun): contemplate the waterfront views at Bhrigu Lake, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ram Temple, then have some family-friendly fun at Club House, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Siyali Mahadev Temple.

To find maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Manali trip itinerary maker site.

Do a combination of train and flight from Agra to Manali in 9.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, flight, and taxi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) to allow time to fly to New Delhi.

New Delhi is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Humayun's Tomb, contemplate the long history of India Gate, admire the natural beauty at Akshardham, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Shri Kalka Ji Temple.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the New Delhi travel route planner.

You can fly from Manali to New Delhi in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and train. In November, plan for daily highs up to 83°F, and evening lows to 55°F. On the 15th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.