North Himalayan Highlights - 10 nights / 11 days
Day 1 - Delhi
Arrive Delhi and meet the representative at the arrival hall and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 – Delhi
Breakfast at hotel. Later proceed on a tour of New Delhi, visit the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the one-time imperial residence of the British viceroys; the India Gate, a memorial raised in honour of the Indian soldiers martyred during the Afghan war; the Laxminarayan Temple, built by the Birlas, one of India’s leading industrial families; Qutab Minar, built by Qutub-ud-din Aibek of the Slave Dynasty; and the lotus-shaped Baha’i Temple. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3 – Delhi
After breakfast continue with your remaining tour of Delhi visiting Raj Ghat the memorial built for Mahatma Gandhi, Red Fort an imposing fort built by the Moghul Kings and other monuments. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 – Delhi - Amritsar
After breakfast at hotel transfer to airport to board flight to Amritsar. Arrive Amritsar and transfer to the hotel and check in. After noon city tour of Amritsar visiting the famous Golden Temple, a glittering gold and marble temple which is one of the holiest Sikh shrines. Durgiana Mandir is a temple with a golden dome and silver doors; Jalianwala Bagh has a memorial built in memory of unarmed victims massacred. Overnight at hotel.
Day 5 – Amritsar - Dharamshala
Morning drive to Dharamshala. Arrive Dharamshala and check – in at hotel. Set against the backdrop of the dramatic Dhauladhar mountains, Dharamsala is perched on the high slopes in the upper reaches of Kangra Valley. It is a charming town with elegant bungalows nestling in thick conifer forests. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6 - Dharamshala
After breakfast morning sightseeing tour of Dharamshala including various monasteries and Mcleodganj often called Little Lhasa and the residence of the Dalai Lama, which has been here for over three decades. The monastery has larger-than-life images of the Buddha, Padmasambhava and Avalokteshwara. Also visit ST. JOHN’S, the charming dressed stone church in the wilderness. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7 – Dharamshala - Manali
Morning drive to Manali. Arrive Manali and check – in at hotel. Set amidst forests of towering cedars, circled by snowy peaks and the unending roar of the Beas as a constant companion, Manali offers unparalleled opportunities for trekking, nature walks, angling and other winter sports. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8 – Manali
Morning sightseeing tour of Manali including the legendary Hadimba Devi Temple and the picturesque Tibetan Monastery. Go a little bit away from the town, and you come across the legendary Arjun Gufa, the historically famous village Jagatsukh, the serene Nehru Kund, the picturesque landscapes of Kothi and Solang Valley, besides the 9,000-foot-high Rehalla Falls. Overnight at hotel.
Day 9 – Manali - Shimla
Early breakfast at hotel and drive to the ‘Summer Retreat of the British – Shimla. Arrive Shimla and check – in at hotel. The former summer capital of the British in India, and the present capital of Himachal Pradesh. Overnight at hotel.
Day 10 – Shimla
After breakfast morning sightseeing tour of Shimla including The Mall - Shimla’s principal promenade and best for a leisurely walk. Jakhoo Hill is the highest point in Shimla and offers a panoramic view of the city. Glen forest is one of the most fascinating picnic spots in Shimla. Summer Hill has pleasant shady walks in quite surroundings. Chadwick Falls are situated amidst thick forest and gives a breathtaking view. Prospect Hill is a popular picnic spot that gives some beautiful views of the region. Overnight at hotel.
Day 11 – Shimla - Departure
After breakfast in time transfer to airport / Railway Station to board train to your onward destination.
Disclaimer:
The above program is only for guidance purpose, Similar programs can be tailor made as per request. |