Explore Dhauladhar and Himalayas
Overview
Plan for a vacation this summer in the most gorgeous Shimla and Manali, an all-time favourite for the travellers in India and abroad. You may be a backpacker or a nature lover or a photo fanatic, Shimla and Manali will surely fascinate you with its superlative serene ambience, colonial buildings and the heritage sites.
Itinerary - 10 Nights 11 Days
Once you land at the Delhi international airport, our representative from Indian Panorama will receive you and assist for your onward journey to Shimla. Enjoy the scenic views throughout your journey. Check into the hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Shimla.
Start your day with a day excursion to Kufri. Explore the beauty of Shimla, still retaining much of its colonial charm. The Ridge- from where you can see the whole Shimla, Christ church, Scandal point, Lower Bazaar, Jhakhu Temple-Located at the highest point of Shimla are the popular tourist attractions of Shimla. Also visit the most important British built building former vice regal Lodge now known as Indian institute of Advanced studies. Overnight stay at Shimla.
This day you will be travelling to Manali - situated along the west side of Beas River, an ideal tourist destination offering treks & scenic walks through dense forest. En route you will see Pandoh Dam & serene Kullu valley. Reach Manali and check into the hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Manali.
Start your day exploring the New and Old Manali, dotted with interesting touristy locations like Hadimba temple, Vashisht temple known for its hot sulphur springs, Mall Road and the markets of Old Manali fascinating every traveller.Overnight stay in Manali
This day you will be visiting Solang Valley, where you have plenty of options to enjoy the activities on snow. Also visit Naggar Castle, a scenic location from where the panoramic view of Kullu Valley from both sides can be seen. Nicholas Roerich Art Gallery and Museum boasting impressive architecture, gallery of paintings by the popular Russian artist Nicholas Roerich is a popular location to visit. Overnight stay in Manali.
Start your drive to Dharamshala, en-route visit Shiva Temple Baijnath. Continue the drive towards Dharamshala, risen to international repute as “The Little Lhasa in India”. And also the 14th residence of Dalai Lama. Stay overnight at Dharamshala.
Start exploring the gorgeous locations of Dharamshala. Start with Mcleodganj, and visit Tibetan monastery, housing magnificent images of Lord Buddha, Padamsambhava and Avlokiteshwara. Explore the areas, stroll at the Tibetan market. Take a step towards Dharamkot- The sounds of mountain birds, the whistling of air through deodar tree leaves, will awaken all your senses. Later on, proceed to Dal Lake, spreading over one kilometre area surrounded with deodar and Rhododendron trees. Stay overnight at Dharamshala.
Post breakfast, depart Dharamshala and proceed to Dalhousie. Reach Dalhousie, popular for the most picturesque cricket stadium in the world. Enjoy the breath taking views of the region surrounded by Dhauladhar Mountain Ranges. Overnight stay in Dalhousie.
Dalhousie is a haven for those who want to relax in solitude. Kalatop, Daikund and Panchpula are some of the interesting locations to visit in Dalhousie. Opting for horse riding is an ideal way to explore this gorgeous hill station. Overnight stay at Dalhousie.
This day, you will start your drive from Dalhousie towards Amritsar. On your way, visit Khajjiar, popular as Gulmarg of Himachal Pradesh, loaded with Nature, Wildlife and Adventure. Post lunch, resume your journey to Amritsar. In the evening you will witness the lowering of flags ceremony before the sunset at the Bagah- Attari border.Overnight stay in Amritsar
The last day of your tour starts with a visit to the most popular Golden Temple. Guru-Ka-Langar, is a dining room located at the southeast end of the temple complex where an estimated 60,000 to 80,000 pilgrims a day come to eat after praying at the Golden Temple. The food served here is vegetarian to ensure that all people can eat together here, as equals. Later in the evening, based on your departure schedule, you will be assisted to get transferred to the airport. Tour Ends with Beautiful Memories !