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Trek to the Home of the Dalai Lama

01 November 2008 to 14 November 2008, India

The Dalai Lama trek begins and ends at Dharmasala, which is situated at the heart of the world's highest mountain range.

At Dharmasala your group will be granted a once in a lifetime chance to meet His Holiness the Dalai Lama (subject to His Holinesses' commitments).

The trek takes in largely pristine and unspoilt areas and follows the River Uhl through rhododendron and evergreen forests. During this trek you will take in the sights of India including Hindu settlements and temples and Buddhist monasteries.

 

For more information on addtional dates for the Dalai Lama trek please visit the Charity Challenge website 

Region South Asia

Country India

Event type Trek


Itinerary


Your adventure begins at Dharmasala. Having flown to Delhi and transferred to Dharmasala by local jeep taxi you will have a chance to explore the centre of the vibrant Tibetan community.

Your six day trek is centred around the River Uhl and takes in overnight camping stops in places like Barot, Thadkot and Bal. After your final day of trekking you will have a banquet and stay the night at the Taragarh Palace. Then, having returned to Delhi, you will have the opportunity to explore the Taj Mahal, one of the seven wonders of the world.

For more information on this amazing challenge, download the Trek to Dalai Lama Itinerary

Payment Options


There are two payment options available:

Option One

  • Full Cost: 1,699* (including £100 donation to the MS Society)
  • Sponsorship: As much as possible
  • Travel Insurance:£67*

Option Two

  • Deposit: £395*
  • Minimum Sponsorship: £2,750*
  • Travel Insurance: £67*

* Costs may vary at the time of booking.

**80% of the Minimum sponsorship must have been received by the Society at least 10 weeks before the departure date .

Don't be put of by the amount you have to raise. Once you get started, you'll be amazed at how easy it is. You can raise money online and also our A-Z of fundraising ideas is packed with suggestions.

How to Book


Our overseas challenges are managed by Charity Challenge an external tour operator. If you email us we can send you out a tour brochure, but please check their site before downloading the booking form.


Charity Challenge is the concept of, and is administered by Challenges (Un)Limited, Seventh Floor, Northway House, 1379 High Road, London, N20 9LP, England. All flight and accommodation arrangements are being made by Gane and Marshall International Ltd (ATOL 3145). The air holidays and flights on this web site are ATOL protected, through Gane and Marshall International Ltd who hold an Air Travel Organiser's Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority. In the unlikely event of their insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to them for an advance booking.

Event Contact

MS Events Team
MS Society
National Centre
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Tel.0870 241 3565
Fax.020 8438 0877
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