The High Altitude Trail

The High Altitude Trail is a Safarnama journey through Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, Rishikesh, Darjeeling and Leh. Each city is a real route between its monuments. Walk, run or ride wherever you are; every kilometre you log moves you along the route, and reaching a monument unlocks its story. Finish every city on the trail to earn its medallion.

Shimla: The Summer Capital

14.2 km · 10 monuments · 926 m climb · from Shimla Railway Station to Jakhoo Temple

The Raj's summer capital, climbing its ridge to Christ Church, the trail's steepest city.

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Manali: The Valley of the Gods

10.7 km · 10 monuments · 534 m climb · from Manali Bus Stand to Jogini Waterfall

Pine forests and the Beas river, gateway to the high Himalaya.

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Dharamshala: Little Lhasa

16.5 km · 9 monuments · 892 m climb · from HPCA Stadium to Bhagsu Waterfall

Tibetan monasteries beneath the Dhauladhar range.

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Rishikesh: The Gateway to the Himalayas

10.3 km · 8 monuments · 323 m climb · from Triveni Ghat to Neer Garh Waterfall

Yoga ashrams and suspension bridges over the young Ganges.

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Darjeeling: The Queen of the Hills

14.1 km · 8 monuments · 414 m climb · from Darjeeling Railway Station to Ghum Monastery

Tea gardens and a toy train, Kanchenjunga on the skyline.

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Leh: The Roof of India

6.1 km · 6 monuments · 245 m climb · from Leh Main Bazaar to Shanti Stupa

Ladakh's old palace above a high-desert town at 11,500 feet.

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