Located in the foothills of the Himalayas over 2,000 metres above sea level, Shimla offers spectacular views and a comfortable cool climate. The capital city of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is home to a variety of temples and churches, and its gravity defying Kalka-Shimla railway which has earned UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

Surrounded by cedar trees, Dharamshala is home to the Dalai Lama & the Tibetan government-in-exile. The town is a popular destination due to its altitude (1,457 m) and the surrounding woodlands. Following the occupation of Tibet, many refugees followed the Dalai Lama to Dharamshala and this Tibetan population has added to the attraction of town.

Located along the Ganges, Haridwar is known for its temples and ghats, where pilgrims bathe to wash away their sins and gain redemption. Rishikesh is known for its adventure activities, ancient temples, popular cafes and as the "Yoga Capital of the World". Haridwar and Rishikesh are the first Indian cities to be given the title of "twin national heritage cities".

Once the capital of the Himalayan kingdom of Ladakh, lofty Leh can be found at an altitude of 11,562 ft. Enchanting Leh is punctuated by whitewashed houses and stupas (mound-like Buddhist structures used for meditation). There’s a wealth of treasures to explore, from the enchanting Old Town to the grand Leh Palace and a multitude of religious venues.

Corbett is India’s oldest and most prominent National Park, having been established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. It was also the site of the first Project Tiger launch in 1973. The Park is named after Jim Corbett, a British wildlife photographer, hunter, tracker, naturalist and writer. It is one of India’s few tiger reserves that allows overnight stays in the National Park.