Remote & Heavenly Himalayas

If you love getting far off the tourist trail in India, yet want to stay somewhere incredible at night, then the hills west of Nepal and north of Delhi are a refreshing secret. So you dip into the foothills of the Himalaya, with the snow peaks looking down. You walk village to village, then stay at the legendary 360 Leti. You see almost no other tourists along the way. As ever, the whole trip is private and tailored to you.

A Secret Corner of India

The appeal here is genuine seclusion. So only a handful of travellers do this each year. Meanwhile, the village houses are taken exclusively, so you never share. The communities, in turn, love showing off their patch of Kumaon. As a result, it feels like a true privilege.

Delhi to the Foothills

Begin with two nights in Delhi at the elegant Claridges. So you ease in before heading north. Then take the fast train to Kathgodam, around six hours away, and transfer to the boutique Sitla Estate. There the foothills rise gently around you. As a result, the city quickly feels far behind.

Walking Village to Village

Next, drive into the hills and begin a three-night walk with the Shakti village experience. So you set off from Chitai, walking to Chirala and its little school. Another morning leads downhill through terraced fields to the ancient Jageshwar Temple. Each night, you stay in a refurbished village house. The serendipity here is the whole point.

The Magic of 360 Leti

Then drive north to 360 Leti, set right under the snow-capped peaks. So you reach a spot that simply sees no other tourists. Over two full days, you do as much or as little as you like, with guides and picnic hampers ready. The views from near Almora are mesmerising. As a result, it is one of India’s most remarkable stays.

Binsar and Home

Finally, drive south to Binsar, a lovely wildlife sanctuary. So you stay at the charming colonial Mary Budden Estate among the trees. Then drive to Pantnagar and fly back to Delhi. You finish near the airport at the Oberoi Gurgaon. As a result, the journey ends in comfort.

Where You Stay

Naturally, the stays are a real part of the adventure. First, the Claridges in Delhi. Then exclusive village houses and the legendary 360 Leti. Finally, Mary Budden Estate and the Oberoi Gurgaon.

Who It Suits

Above all, this suits travellers craving the road less travelled. For example, it is ideal for keen walkers who love comfort too. Equally, it rewards anyone seeking real seclusion. Couples and small groups enjoy it most.

A Warm Welcome

Throughout, the warmth of the hill communities shines through. So you may be invited into a local home or to a wedding. Meanwhile, your guides bridge every encounter. As a result, the welcome feels genuine and rare.

How Demanding Is It?

The walks are gentle to moderate, on village paths through the foothills. So a reasonable level of fitness is all you need. Meanwhile, the pace is yours to set. As a result, most active travellers can enjoy it.

Best Time to Travel

Generally, spring and autumn bring the clearest mountain air. By contrast, the monsoon and deep winter are less suited to walking. The foothills, meanwhile, stay pleasant in the shoulder seasons. So we tailor the timing to your plans. Either way, we advise on the ideal window for your dates.

A Land of Layers

The joy here is the gentle progression. First comes the buzz of Delhi. Then the boutique calm of the foothills. Soon after, days of walking village to village. Finally, the heights of Leti. So each stage feels distinct.

A Journey to Treasure

In the end, this is one of India’s most rewarding adventures. So the remoteness and the welcome stay with you long after. Meanwhile, the comforts make it effortless. As a result, it is a long-standing Millis Potter favourite.

Designed Around You

As ever, this is only a starting point. So we shape the pace, the walks and the hotels to suit. In the end, the adventure is entirely your own.

Comfort in the Wilds

Despite the remote setting, you never rough it. So the village houses are refurbished to boutique standards. Meanwhile, 360 Leti is among India’s most extraordinary lodges. As a result, you explore the wilds in real comfort.

A Gentle Pace

The whole ethos here is unhurried. So you walk only as far as you wish each day. Meanwhile, two full days at Leti let you simply be. As a result, you return genuinely renewed.

A Warm Place to Rest

In the end, each night brings real comfort. So a hot meal and a cosy room await after every walk. Meanwhile, the welcome is heartfelt throughout. As a result, the days afoot feel all the more rewarding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I see other tourists?

Very few, if any. The village houses are taken exclusively, and only a handful of people do this each year. So it feels genuinely your own.

Is the walking hard?

The walks are gentle to moderate, at your own pace. So most reasonably active travellers manage well. Picnic hampers and guides are always on hand.

When is the best time to go?

Generally, spring and autumn are ideal. We will advise on timing for your dates.

Can it be tailored?

Entirely. The pace, the walks and the hotels are all shaped around you. Simply share your dates and interests, and we will craft the rest.