9Days The Hidden Himalayan Paradise | Shimla + Manali

PACKAGE INCLUDES

Hotel

Meal

Tour Guide

Entrance Pass

Return Airport Transfer
TRIP OVERVIEW
This Northern State of India is nestled between the snow topped Himalayan ranges. Known for its spectacular and panoramic landscapes, these resorts are blessed with lofty snow peaks, deep gorges, verdant valleys, thundering rivers, enchanting mountain lakes, flower carpeted meadows, ancient temples, and magnificent monasteries steeped in time. Dotted with numerous hill stations, these resorts prove to be a wonderful location for the tourists who want to relax and simply feel rejuvenated.
HIGHTLIGHTS
Discover The Original Holiday Resorts of India
Visit Rohtang Pass for amazing views of the valley & hidden waterfalls
Discover an ancient temple built in 1553
Visit Kulu - Known as the Valley of God's
See snow capped mountain peaks and glaciers in Salong Valley
A Perfect Holiday to Just Relax & Feel Rejuvenated
SKETCH ITINERARY
D1: Arrive New Delhi
D2: Depart for Shimla (Breakfast, Dinner)
D3: Shimla – Kufri - Shimla (Breakfast, Dinner)
D4: Shimla – KULU - Manali (Breakfast, Dinner)
D5: Manali Discovery Tour (Breakfast, Dinner)
D6: Fullday Rohtong Pass Tour (Breakfast, Dinner)
D7: Manali – KULU - Chandigarh (Breakfast, Dinner)
D8: Chandigarh - Delhi (Breakfast, Dinner)
D9: Depart Delhi (Breakfast)
DETAILED ITINERARY
DAY 01: ARRIVE NEW DELHI
Upon arrival you will be welcomed by our guide and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight stay at the hotel.
DAY 02: PROCEED TO SHIMLA [380KM APPROX.8HRS] (B, D)
After breakfast depart for Shimla, one of India’s most popular Hill Resort, situated in the North-west Himalayas.
Shimla is the capital of Himachal Pradesh and was omce the glorious summer resort of the British Raj, famous for its Snowcapped Peaks, Apples, and Pine Forest and Flowers.
Optional (RM80) At the final leg take a toy train to reach Shimla. The Kalka-Shimla Toy Train, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which connects the Indian plains to the ‘Queen of Hills,’ Shimla. Built in 1903, this toy train ride is one of India’s most incredible feats of engineering covering a staggering 102 tunnels, 864 bridges and 919 stunning curves.
Dinner and overnight stay at Shimla Hotel.
DAY 03: TOUR SHIMLA + KUFRI (B, D)
After breakfast, depart to Kufri, a Small Hill Station in Himachal Pradesh.
This place is widely acknowledged for its undulating Mountain Terrains and Lush Greenery.
After Kufri, visit Chail Palace, A beautiful palace with ornate furniture, charming cottages, delightful log huts and thick forests where you can enjoy quiet walks.
Thereafter proceed to the Tara Devi Temple which has breathtaking views of the countryside.
Afternoon proceed on a Discovery tour of Shimla. Visit the Ridge which is a good place to view the 7 Majestic Hills of Shimla.
Further along the same road is Lakkar Bazaar, which is a good place to buy some handicrafts and other souvenirs.
Visit the St. Michael's Cathedral, a famous landmark designed in the typical Elizabethan style and consists of a great collection of books and ancient scriptures.
Thereafter take a leisure walk in the Beautiful Mall Road of Shimla. This road, constructed during British colonial rule, has numerous showrooms, shops, eateries and cafés.
Evening Back to Hotel for Dinner & Overnight stay.
DAY 04: TRAVEL TO MANALI [280KM APPROX.8HRS] (B, D)
After breakfast, depart for Manali, set in the picturesque Kullu Valley, Manali offers a wonderful setting for enjoying honeymoon. Every year thousands of visitors especially honeymooners travel to this hill station to enjoy a memorable vacation.
Drive past breathtaking views from the the Beas-Sutlej Link project, Pandoh Dam and Kullu Valley before reaching Manali.
Manali is famous for its beauty and its majestic hills covered with Pine and Deodar Forest and sprawling Apple Orchards,. In the 1970s and 1980s, Manali was very much a 'scene'. In summer, the town would attract numerous western hippies and travelers drawn by the high quality marijuana, that grows in the area.
On arrival check in the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 05: FULLDAY TOUR OF ROHTANG PASS + SOLANG VALLEY (B, D)
After breakfast, you will proceed to visit Rohtang Pass / Snow Point.
Rohtang Pass is a high mountain pass on the eastern Pir Panjal Range of the Himalayas around 51 km from Manali. Enroute visit Rahala Water Falls and Rani Nullah falls Solang Valley,.
Rohtang Pass offers a panorama and spectacular mountain view of the Himalayan Ranges. The pass is open from May to October each year. It is a gateway to Lahaul Spiti, Pangi and Leh valley. There are beautiful sights of glaciers all around.
Thereafter visit Atal Tunnel. At a length of 9.02 km, it is the longest highway single-tube tunnel above 10,000 feet (3,048 m) in the world.
Note:-
[1] In Rohtang you will be be taken till the closest Snow Point view.
[2] Trip excludes Excursion into Rohtang Pass which is subject to operation and on direct payment basis. If operational we have to use a different vehicle from the local authority approx charges RM120 per car.
Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 06: DISCOVERY TOUR OF MANALI (B, D)
After breakfast, you will visit Hadimba Temple, built in tranquil and serene woods. It is a four storey wooden temple said to be about 500 years old.
Proceed on visiting The Tibetan Monastery. This colorful monastery is famous for its carpet-weaving unit where the residents, the immigrants from Tibet, produce handicrafts of various kinds that attract the tourists towards it.
Lastly, you will visit the Roerich Gallery. This gallery preserves original works of Roerich on the Himalayas, quotations from Roerich and valued words of the visitors and the admirers.
Thereafter proceed on the tour of Naggar Castle and local Bazaar Ping. The Nagar Castle is an ancient town which commands extensive views, especially to the North West of the valley. Today this ancient and beautiful Palace is a popular tourist spot.
Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 07: TRAVEL TO CHANDIGARH [310KM APPROX.8HRS] (B, D)
After breakfast, you will proceed to Chandigarh. In the afternoon, you will go on a Discovery tour of Chandigarh. Visit the Rock Garden, constructed almost entirely out of industrial & home waste and thrown-away items. From there, you will visit Rose Garden, the largest of its kind in Asia with 27 landscaped acres containing a variety of 1,600 roses.
Finally, you will visit Museum & Art Gallery which houses a good collection of sculptures and paintings. Dinner & overnight stay at hotel.
DAY 08: RETURN TO DELHI [250KM APPROX.5HRS] (B, D)
After breakfast, drive to Delhi.
In the afternoon depart on the Delhi Discovery Tour, covering Rajghat, India Gate, President house and government buildings.
Thereafter visit some of the best Bazaar’s In India for Shopping
Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight stay in Hotel.
DAY 09: FREE DAY TO EXPLORE DELHI & DEPART (B)
After breakfast, free day to explore Delhi on your own.
Airport transfers will be arranged in time for your scheduled flight for onward destination.
TRIP GALLERY
The Hidden Himalayan Paradise...
Namaste! Welcome to New Delhi, the capital of Indi...
Shimla has been blessed with all the natural bount...
Enjoy the ride at Kalka-Shimla Toy train and savou...
Kufri: The most popular location around Shimla whe...
Chail Palace, well known for its salubrious beauty...
Visit Tara Devi Temple boasts of an excellent loca...
Looking for a wooden toy or for souvenirs? Lakkar ...
Visit Mall Road, the major hangout point and shopp...
Visit Manali for its cool climate and snow-capped ...
Explore Kullu Valley for its temples, scenic beaut...
Rohtang Pass remains one of the most spectacular ...
Come and enjoy to Rahala Waterfalls, famous for th...
Wander to this majestic valley of Solang which cov...
Visit the Hidimba Temple surrounded by the deodar ...
Explore the Tibetan Monastery and have a peaceful ...
Check out the home converted art gallery of Roeric...
Amidst the breathtakng hill, visit the fantastic N...
Chandigarh: The Planned City In India...
Roam around at Rock Garden and have a site seeing ...
A Visit to Chandigarh is incomplete without passin...
Raj Ghat, a place where India's father of the nati...
Don't forget to drop at India Gate to commemorate ...
Roam at Parliament Building which is the highest l...
Visit the New Delhi Secretariat house where cabine...
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INCLUSION
- Meet & Greet Services
- Return Airport Transfers
- Hotel Stay as Indicated
- Meals as per Itinerary
- Tours as per Itinerary
- English Speaking Guide
EXCLUSION
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- India E Visa (30days) (RM 165)
- MSIG Travel Insurance (RM 67)
- Tour Tips (Recommended)
- Personal Expenses
- Rohtang Pass Entry / Pony Ride
- Any item not stated under 'Inclusion'