PATH TO THE DALAI LAMA AND THE TAJ MAHAL

Dharamsala in India is the heart of the world’s highest mountain range. It’s also home to the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan Community. There’s time to visit a traditional art centre and a tea garden in this fascinating town. From here, the trek starts in earnest, passing through the Kingdom of Gaddi, where nomadic shepherd tribes roam the high passes with their cattle. Along the way, the Dhauladhar Mountain Range is in full view. The Taj Mahal is the final stop. An 11-day Dalai Lama Trek is available from Global Adventure Challenges (01244 676454; globaladventurechallenges.com) including full-board accommodation, tents and camping equipment, porters, train tickets, transfers and flights. Departures between May and October 2019. Self-funding (inc reg fee): costs from £1,749 (100 per cent of any fundraising goes to charity). There is also a £250 airport tax and