{"product_id":"india-mountain-dog-study-tour-2027-spot-reservation","title":"India Mountain Dog Study Tour 2027 Spot Reservation","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWelcome to Himalayan Mountain Dog Tour\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the booking page for Mountain Dog Tour for 2027! In this tour we will learn a lot about mountain dogs in India that live in the west side of the Himalayas in the Dhauladhar mountain range. This region is also home to the exiled Tibetan government and a lot of Tibetans live here - hence a huge influence of Buddhism. The way the dogs live with Indians, Tibetans and tourists is quite fascinating to observe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTour Dates (10 nights \/ 11 days)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mountain Dog Tour will be conducted from 24th April 2027 to 4th May 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNumber of Attendees\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum 6, Maximum 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTour Route\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStart - Dharamshala (2 nights - 24 - 26 April)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mountain Dog Tours begins in Lower Dharamshala with an orientation in the morning followed by our first dog observation walk in the evening. The first day of the tour is intentionally light to help us get acclitamised to the environment, altitude and recover from jet lag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the second day, we will visit the famous Norbulinka Institute, a nunnery, and meet plenty of dogs along our walks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the tour starts in Dharamshala. Connectivity to Dharamshala from Delhi is possible via flight (Indigo Airlines) \/ overnight bus (plenty of decent options) \/ train + bus (not recommended) \/ taxi. Airline flight schedule for April 2027 won't be announced until January so please keep in mind before booking any flight tickets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext Stop - Dharamkhot (2 nights - 26th - 28 April)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Dharamshala we will drive north to Dharamkhot. This place is special because of the dogs - our hotel is home to 5 mountain dogs who are just incredible to be with! They stole our hearts in the 2026 tour and I'm sure they will do the same in 2027. The hotel is also situated conveniently to begin our trek to the mountains! We will also visit the Tibet Museum that will help us better understand the struggles of the Tibetans as they fled from their country to establish their base in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext stop - Triund Trek (1 nights - 28 to 29 April)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our hotel in Dharamkhot, we will begin our 4.5 mile walk to the top of the Triund. Situated at 2900 metres, Triund offers beautiful views of the western Himalayas on one side and the Kangra valley on the other. The trek is categorised as easy but it can be challenging for those who are not used to hiking. We will be assisted by local guides for our trek who have a beautiful property on the top for us to camp. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext stop - Bhagsu (2 nights - 30 April to 1 May)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will begin out walk down after having breakfast and make our way to the next hotel in Bhagsu, another small town in Dharamshala. Once we reach our hotel, we will use our day to rest, relax and have our in depth dog discussions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext stop - McLeodganj (3 nights - 1 May to 4 May)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Bhagsu, we will take a short taxi ride to Mcleodganj, home of The Dalai Lama. If all goes well, and His Holiness is in good health, we will be applying to seek blessings from him during our visit. More information will be shared in due course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Mcleodganj we will get to know dogs in and around the temples, the markets, and forests in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur tour experience will be enhanced by local volunteers, feeders, researchers, and organisations that will provide us with more context and insight into the lives of the mountain dogs and the relationship they share with humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCEUs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe will apply for CEUs towards the necessary organisations. We had good success in 2025 but not so much in 2026 (I don't get it either). We will try again for 2027.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to get to Dharamshala\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Tour starts in Dharamshala. Dharamshala is easily accessible by road and by air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour international flight can be booked directly to Dharamshala or to New Delhi. Once at New Delhi, you can take a domestic flight to Dharamshala or take a taxi. Since different people would be coming from different parts, it is complicated to include the travel to Dharamshala from Delhi as a part of your tour. But I will be happy to help you with making a reservation for the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCosts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe're able to offer two prices for all attendees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDouble occupancy (all hotels) - \u003cstrong\u003e$2300 per person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle occupancy (all hotels) - \u003cstrong\u003e$2800 person\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that there is a possibility of the price increase by 2% to 5% due to fluctuation in ticket prices for hotels and flights. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included in the price?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price includes all of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eStay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003e3 star hotels or homestays in Dharamshala, Mcleodgnaj and nearby villages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eSleeping bags, blankets, tents during our Triund Trek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTravel within Dharamshala\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocal transport to villages, Mcleodganj, trek\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTourism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTickets to sightseeing locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eWorkshops\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePottery workshop in Dharamkhot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eGuides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eCosts includes local guides for the trek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eLocal dog support groups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFees for local dog support groups \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTaxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003ePrice is inclusive of all Indian taxes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eWhat does the price not include?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eThe tour price does not include the following:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw PanoWQ\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTravel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFlight to India \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFlight out of India\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTransport from New Delhi to Dharamshala \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eTransport from Dharamshala to New Delhi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eWe advise that you book your own flights as per your convenience. You can book your flight return ticket from New Delhi and book a separate flight to Dharamshala. Or you can also get there by road. We will go over options to get to Dharamshala once your booking is confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFood prices will vary largely on preferences and dietary restrictions. Hence we have decided to not include it in the price. We will still provide the best Indian food experience without compromising on hygiene. Based on individual preferences of food, drinks and snacks, the total cost of meals should fall between \u003cstrong\u003e$2 to $8\u003c\/strong\u003e per meal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eVisa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$25\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Indian visa fee for US citizens. Please check your embassy website for visa application process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA L7Ipcg\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eInsurance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003ePlease purchase travel insurance of your choice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eShopping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eShopping is pretty cheap but will be at your own expense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eVaccinations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eIndia is a rabies endemic country. Please follow guidelines as suggested by your health department to take relevant vaccinations before commencing your tour. Please note that regardless of your rabies vaccination status, if you were to be scratched or bitten by a dog, we will arrange an anti-rabies vaccine for you immediately. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"cgHgbA nxe3IQ Xp24Nw\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eEmergencies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eWe hope there aren't any but any emergencies that may occur won't be covered by the tour organisers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003ePayment plans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eThe India tour is for you and we understand coming up with a large payment may not be convenient. We are therefore offering a zero interest payment plan as follows:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 69.9046%; height: 344px;\" height=\"71\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003ePayment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eDue Date\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e Single Occupancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eDouble Occupancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eFirst (reserve your spot)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eTime of spot reservation (May 2026)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e$200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e$200\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1 July 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThird\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1 August 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 116.438px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 116.438px;\"\u003eFourth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 116.438px;\"\u003e1 September 2026\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 116.438px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 116.438px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 61.8047px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 61.8047px;\"\u003eFifth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 61.8047px;\"\u003e10 January 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 61.8047px;\"\u003e$600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 61.8047px;\"\u003e$100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.343%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSixth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.9105%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e15 April 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e$500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 26.1246%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e$500\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case you would like to pay the whole amount up front, we can set that up for you as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnfortunately (mainly due to taxes), refunds won't be possible for the payments already made based on the payment plan above. Your refund would be the money that you would have to pay later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eFor people with Allergies\/ Physical disabilities \/ Issues with walking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eThe Mountain Dog Tour requires you to be physically fit since most of our time walking will be on uneven terrain. The Kareri Lake trek is generally considered moderate in difficulty. It involves a mix of steep climbs and gradual ascents, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced trekkers with some level of fitness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eThe mountain dog tour is also not recommended for those who have heart conditions, as we will go on an overnight trek. If you have issues that won't make it possible for you to join the trek, then we can still host you on the tour (except the trek). A detailed health form is required for the trek and decision made by the trek organisers will have to be accepted with respect to the safety of individuals and the group.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eThe tour is also challenging for people having allergies (especially gluten) since food options in the mountains are often containing gluten products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eAge requirement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eWe require all attendees to be adults and over the age of 18 to attend this tour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eGet in Touch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003eIf you have any questions about the tour, please reach out on kapil@getfloof.com. You can also WhatsApp on +91 904 905 6193 or find Kapil on facebook messenger (Kapil Patwardhan)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"getfloof","offers":[{"title":"Single Occupancy","offer_id":45830811386054,"sku":null,"price":19000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Double Occupancy","offer_id":45830811418822,"sku":null,"price":19000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0058\/1746\/6962\/files\/1_1f1c9f03-0570-4d71-a0a9-6969d7520a5a.jpg?v=1778389118","url":"https:\/\/getfloof.com\/products\/india-mountain-dog-study-tour-2027-spot-reservation","provider":"Floof","version":"1.0","type":"link"}