Himalayan treks & tours from Japan

Ladakh, Spiti, Manali and Kedarkantha for Japanese travellers — with prices in JPY

Tokyo–Delhi nonstops take about 9.5 hours. Japanese guests are drawn to Ladakh's Buddhist monasteries and Spiti's Tabo and Key gompas, usually around Obon or Silver Week.

Tokyo → Delhi
9.5 h
Visa
e-Visa online
Treks from
¥7,755
Time difference
3h 30m behind

Flights from Japan to Delhi

Delhi is the gateway for every trip: Manali by overnight bus or short flight, Leh by a 1 h 20 m morning flight, Dehradun by train.

FromTo DelhiBlock timeAirlines
Tokyo (NRT / HND)Nonstop≈ 9.5 hANA, Japan Airlines, Air India

Delhi → Manali

Overnight Volvo 12–14 h (₹1,200–2,500 ≈ ¥2,070–¥4,310) or fly Delhi–Kullu 1 h 20 m + 1.5 h taxi.

Delhi → Leh

Nonstop 1 h 20 m, morning departures, ₹5,000–14,000 (≈ ¥8,620–¥24,140). Land, rest, acclimatise.

Jet lag & altitude

India is 3h 30m behind. Minimal jet lag; you can continue to the hub the same day.

Visa, permits and paperwork

Indian e-Tourist Visa

Japanese citizens are eligible for the Indian e-Tourist Visa, with visa-on-arrival available at Delhi for short stays.

Apply only at indianvisaonline.gov.in (ignore look-alike agencies). Print the ETA; immigration at Delhi stamps it on arrival.

Permits we arrange for foreign nationals

  • Ladakh: Protected Area Permit for Nubra, Pangong, Tso Moriri — passport scan 2 weeks ahead.
  • Spiti via Kinnaur: Inner Line Permit (same-day at Rekong Peo). Via Manali: none.
  • Himachal / Uttarakhand treks: forest permits included.
  • Peaks above 6,000 m: IMF registration + X (mountaineering) visa — allow 6–8 weeks.

What it costs in JPY

Converted at an indicative rate of 1 JPY ≈ ₹0.58 (late 2026 (rounded; the booking is charged in INR)).

TripDurationINR≈ JPY
Parang La Tso Moriri Trek8N / 9D₹39,999¥68,965
Pin Parvati Pass Trek9N / 10D₹38,999¥67,240
Manali to Leh Tour6N / 7D₹24,499¥42,240
Zanskar Valley Tour7N / 8D₹26,999¥46,550
Kang La Zanskar Trek7N / 8D₹36,999¥63,790
Bara Bhangal Trek8N / 9D₹34,999¥60,345
Leh Ladakh Tour6N / 7D₹34,999¥60,345
Spiti Valley Tour6N / 7D₹18,499¥31,895
Winter Spiti Expedition6N / 7D₹26,999¥46,550
Mulkila Expedition14N / 15D₹68,999¥118,965

Prices are per person, identical for Indian and foreign guests, and include guides, camping or homestays, meals on the trail, permits and trail transport from the pickup hub. Pay by international Visa / Mastercard / Amex through Razorpay; your card issuer sets the final conversion rate.

Cheapest multi-day trek
¥7,755
7-day Ladakh / Spiti tour
¥31,895–¥60,345
6,000 m expedition
¥63,790–¥118,965
Typical daily spend
¥2,585–¥5,170

Best months for Japanese travellers

Obon week is peak Ladakh season; Golden Week suits Manali, Bir Billing and the first spring treks; Silver Week is ideal for Hampta Pass and Spiti.

Your holidays: Golden Week (late Apr–early May) · Obon (mid-August) · Silver Week (September) · Year-end (Dec–Jan).

Season map: June–September for Ladakh, Zanskar, Spiti and the Hampta Pass (dry rain-shadow); March–June and September–November for Himachal treks; December–March for snow (Kedarkantha, Manali, Winter Spiti). Month-by-month guide →

Trips most booked by Japanese travellers

Multi-day treks, road trips and expeditions. Private departures on your own dates are available on every trip.

Japan to the Himalaya — FAQs

Do Japanese travellers need a visa for India?
Japanese citizens are eligible for the Indian e-Tourist Visa, with visa-on-arrival available at Delhi for short stays. Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in — the e-Tourist Visa is usually issued in 3–5 business days; carry a printout.
How long is the flight from Japan to Delhi?
Tokyo (NRT / HND): nonstop, about 9.5 h with ANA / Japan Airlines / Air India. All our trips start from hubs reached from Delhi by overnight bus, a short domestic flight or the Chandigarh / Dehradun / Leh airports.
How much does a Himalayan trek cost for Japanese travellers?
Multi-day treks start at ₹4,499 (≈ ¥7,755) per person including guides, camping, meals and permits; 7-day Ladakh and Spiti tours are ₹18,000–35,000 (≈ ¥31,035–¥60,345). Prices are the same for Indian and foreign guests. Payment is in INR by international card (Visa / Mastercard / Amex) through Razorpay.
Do I need permits as a foreign national?
Ladakh's Nubra, Pangong and Tso Moriri need a Protected Area Permit (we arrange it; send a passport scan 2 weeks ahead). Spiti via the Kinnaur road needs an Inner Line Permit for foreigners (arranged on arrival in Rekong Peo); via Manali no permit is needed. Peaks above 6,000 m need IMF registration and, for expedition peaks, an X (mountaineering) visa.
What about altitude sickness?
Every itinerary above 3,000 m is built around acclimatisation (Leh: 36 h rest on arrival; treks: gradual gain, climb-high-sleep-low). Trek leaders carry oximeters, oxygen and a first-aid kit, and are trained in AMS protocols. Arrive one day early if you can, hydrate, and talk to your doctor about Diamox.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes — a policy covering trekking to the trip's maximum altitude and helicopter evacuation. World Nomads, Global Rescue and most home-country insurers offer this; we ask for the policy number before departure.
What is the best time for Japanese travellers?
Obon week is peak Ladakh season; Golden Week suits Manali, Bir Billing and the first spring treks; Silver Week is ideal for Hampta Pass and Spiti.