PACKAGE STARTS RS. 15000

Route : Delhi-Chandigarh-Shimla- Manali-Dsala-Dalhousie-Pathankot-Delhi

 

Name of  Tour                   :              Chandigarh– Shimla - Manali –Dsala-Dalhousie-Pathankot Tour

Highest Altitude               :               3979 Mts.(Rohtang Pass at Manali)

Best Season                      :               Round the year

Duration of the Tour      :               09 Nights / 10 Days

 

Outline Itinerary :

Day 01) Chandigarh - Shimla / 120 Km / 04 Hrs drive

Day 02) Shimla. o/n hotel

Day 03) Shimla – Manali / 260 Km / 08 Hrs drive

Day 04) Full day Solang Valley Excursion

Day 05) Manali Local Sight seeing tour

Day 06) Manali – Dharamshala/Mcleodganj (1700 mts.). o/n hotel / 240 Km / 08 hrs drive.

Day 07) Dharamshala Local sight seeing tour

Day 08) Dharamshala – Dalhousie(2036 mts.)  / 130 Km / 04 hrs drive

Day 09) Dalhousie – Khajjair – Chamba-Dalhousie / 100 Km / 04 hrs drive

Day 10) Dalhousie- Pathankot train station transfer / 70 Km / 02 hrs drive

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RATES

Category	Hotels	Min 02 Pax	Min 04 Pax	Min 06 Pax
Standard	Shimla: Woodpark or similar Manali: Mohan Palace or similar Dharamshala : Snow Retreat or similar Dalhousie : Hotel Shivam or similar	High Season: Rs. 27500 Low Season : Rs. 23500	High Season: Rs. 22500 Low Season : Rs. 18500	High Season: Rs. 19000 Low Season : Rs. 15000
Deluxe	Shimla: Sukh Sagar Regency or similar Manali:  Lotus Inn River view or similar Dharamshala : Hotel Divyansh or similar Dalhousie : Hotel New Palace or similar	High Season: Rs. 36500 Low Season : Rs. 32000	High Season: Rs. 26500 Low Season : Rs. 22500	High Season: Rs. 23500 Low Season : Rs. 19500
Super Deluxe	Shimla: Royal Regency or similar Manali:  Delfryn or similar Dharamshala:Hotel Spring Valley Resort or similar Dalhousie : Hotel Ark or similar	High Season: Rs.40500 Low Season : Rs. 36500	High Season: Rs. 30500 Low Season : Rs. 26500	High Season: Rs. 27000 Low Season : Rs. 23000
Luxury	Shimla: Snow Valley Resort or similar Manali: Manali Heights or similar Dharamshala : Hotel Indraprasth or similar Dalhousie : Hotel Mountview or similar	High Season: Rs. 48500 Low Season : Rs. 43500	High Season: Rs. 38500 Low Season : Rs. 33500	High Season: Rs. 35000 Low Season : Rs. 30000

QUOTATION INCLUDES:

• Accommodation in mentioned or similar category hotels on double/twin sharing basis
• All breakfasts and Dinners
• All ground transportation by one ac(nac in hills) vehicle (02 pax in one Etios/Dezire Car and 04 -06 pax in one Innova) as required in the tour programme
• All Toll taxes, parking fee, state taxes and drivers allowances

 

QUOTATION EXCLUDES:

• Airfare/Train fare/Bus fare
• Any other meals
• Any expenditure of personal nature such as telephone calls, laundry, mini bar or drinks during meals, tips to driver, guide, helper, etc.
• Any kind of Insurance and medical evacuation
• Any Hotel before starts and after tour ends
• Guides and Monuments Fees
• GST

We can provide you all other travel services before tour starts and ends

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Detail Itinerary :

 

Day 01) Chandigarh - Shimla / 120 Km / 04 Hrs Drive

Arrive Chandigarh and drive to Shimla

The British discovered Shimla in the form of a little village in 1819 during the Anglo-Gorkha war. When war broke afresh in 1819, the British took the place with its cool and healthy climate. Here was installed a village of tents, where the heat weary British military and civil officers came to rest and the first house built in 1822, is regarded to be “Kennedy House” which was the residence of Charles Pratt Kennedy, the newly appointed political officer to the hill states. In 1864 under the Viceroyalty of John Lawrence, Shimla was officially declared the Summer Capital of British Empire in India (April to October). - a status is retained upto Indian Independence in 1947. After the independence of India, Shimla became the capital of Punjab until 1966, when it came under Himachal Pradesh. In 1971 Himachal Pradesh became a full fledged state and Shimla became the capital of this state.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 02) Shimla. o/n hotel

Today enjoy full day Shimla Local sight seeing, visit The Mall, Ridge, Viceregal Lodge, Jhaku Temple and Kufri. o/n hotel

The Mall: The Mall is the main shopping centre of Shimla. It also has many restaurants, clubs, banks, bars etc. The Mall starts from Chhota Shimla to Viceregal Lodge, which is approximately five Km long stretch. This area has also been declared a 'Heritage Zone' by the State Government. The vehicles are not allowed into Mall road except ambulance and fire engines. There are many old beautiful buildings standing on Mall Road.

The Ridge: This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges.

Christ Church: The most prominent building on the Mall is the yellow Christ Church built in 1857, reputed to be the second oldest church in northern India. It was designed by Colonel JT Boileau in 1844.

Scandal Point: Scandal Point remains the hub of Shimla’s social life; it is the place where people gathered for both conversation and gossip. Now it is also known as the meeting place of the local Shimla.

Viceregal Lodge (Built in 1888)/ Indian Institute of Advanced Study: Built Between 1884 - 1888 by chief architect Henry Irwin. The building resembles a Scottish baronial castle. This was the first building with electric light in Shimla. This was the venue of the Simla Conference in 1945. In 1947, the decision to partition India and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh), was taken here. After independence 1947, building became the property of the President of India and was renamed Rashtrapati Niwas. Now it houses the Indian Institute of Advance Study and is open only in some parts to the public. (closed on Monday and Gazetted Holidays)

Jhaku Temple/ Hill (2455 Mts.): Dedicated to monkey god Hanuman ji, the attendant of Lord Rama. This is the town's highest peak at an altitude of 8048 feet above sea level and offers a panoramic view of the city and snow capped mountains.

Kufri (2501 mts.): This is 16 km from Shimla and has long been famous for its wide views, picnic spots, ski slopes and horse riding. The scenic beauty and panoramic views offered by Kufri are incomparable. On a clear day you can see the entire range of snow peaks. The Himalayan Nature Park/Zoo is also at Kufri where the Himalayan species of animals and birds can be seen such as Snow Lepord, Barking Dear, Wolves, Black bear, brown bear, Himalayan monal, Silver pheasant and red Jungle fowls etc. (Zoo closed on Tuesday and Gazetted Holidays)

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 03) Shimla – Manali / 260 Km / 08 Hrs drive

Drive to Manali

Manali, one of India’s most famous hill stations, derives its name from Manu and Alaya, who came here for the renewal of the life after battling a deluge for forty days and nights. Manali (2050 mts.) is situated left bank of river Beas on the National Highway to Leh. This is the main town in the Kullu valley which is famous for its apples. Manali is also famous for adventure sports like trekking, mountaineering, paragliding skiing, hiking, mountain biking and rafting etc.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 04) Full day Rohtang Pass and Solong Valley Excursion

(Rohtang pass is subject to permission from NGT to our tour vehicle otherwise Solang valley will be shown)

Rohtang Pass (3979 mts.): Rohtang pass is 51 km from Manali on national highway to Leh and offers a panorama and spectacular Mountains view. This is a gateway to Lahaul Spiti, Pangi and Leh valley. The pass is officially open from June to October each year, although trekkers can cross it earlier. There are beautiful sights of glaciers, peaks and Chandra river flows down in the Lahaul valley.

Solong Valley (2480 mts.): Solong valley is 13 km from Manali. This is a splendid valley between Manali and Kothi and offers the view of glaciers and snow capped mountains. There are good skiing slopes equipped with an excellent lift. The winter skiing festival is held here every year.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 05) Manali Local Sight seeing tour

Hadimba Temple/Doongri Temple: The temple is dedicated to the local deity Hadimba built in 1553 AD, and having four-tiered pagoda shaped roof and a front doorway carved with figures and symbols. Legend has it that the ruler who built this temple did not wish its carving to replicated, so he had the right hand of the artiest. It is believed that here Bhim, the great Pandava of the Mahabharata Epic killed the strong and cruel demon, Hadimb and married his sister Hadimba. Hadimba expurgated her all sins by performing a great Tapa, and consequently began to be worshipped as a goddess.  A major festival is held here in the month of May.

Vashisth Hot Water Sulphur Spring:  This is 3 km away from Manali and known for its pyramidal temple dedicated to Vashishta Muni, and natural hot water sulphur springs with two separate bathing tanks for gents and ladies.

Old Manali/Manu Temple: This is an original settlement with few old houses made of wood having slate roofs. There is also the Manu Maharishi Temple, dedicated to Manu, who was the creator of human race on the earth.

Naggar(1840 mts.): Nagger  is located at a distance of 18 km from Manali in Kullu Valley on  the left bank of Beas river. Naggar was the capital of Kullu Rajas for about 1400 years and commands spectacular views of the valley. Naggar has a number of famous temples notably Vishnu, Tripura Sundari & Lord Krishana and a beautiful castle built by Raja Sidh Singh. The castle has now been turned into a hotel owned by HPTDC. The Roerich Art Gallery is close above the castle.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 06) Manali – Dharamshala/Mcleodganj (1700 mts.). o/n hotel / 240 Km / 08 hrs drive.

Depart for Dharamshala/Mcleodganj. Upon arrival check into hotel.. Overnight at hotel.

The Kangra valley is one of the most picturesque valleys of lower Himalayas. Dharamshala is a main town in Kangra valley and the headquarter of Kangra District, it lies on a spur of the Dhauladhar range and commands majestic views of the mighty Dhauladhar ranges above, and the Kangra Valley below. Dharamshala founded by British in 1855 and recognized as the headquarter of Kangra district. Dharamshala literally means ‘the Holy Refuge’ divided into upper and lower towns, lower Dharamshala is the main town at 1300 mts. and the upper Dharamshala or McLeod Ganj at 1770 mts.  and is 10 Km away from the lower town.  Mcleodganj gained new appeal with the arrival of His Holiness Dalai Lama in 1960. Today, it is known throughout the world as the Little Lhasa in India. 

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 07) Dharamshala Local sight seeing tour

Mcleod Ganj: Mcleodganj is a beautiful town on the top of Dharamshala, blessed equally nature and religion. Mcleodganj often called the ‘Little Lhasa’. This is the residence of His Holiness Dalai Lama, The Buddha temple is situated opposite to the present abode of His Holiness and it is the major centre for the studies of Tibetan culture. 

St. John's Church: The church of St. John's in the wilderness lies on a motorable road between McLeod Ganj and Forsythe Ganj. It is a dressed stone church in whose courtyard lies the grave of Lord Elgin, one of the Viceroys of India who died at Dharamshala in 1863.

Bhagsunag Falls: At a distance of 2 km from upper town of Dharamshala, Bhagsunag can be approached by road; here an old temple, a fresh water spring, hotels and restaurants are located. Further about 2 km is beautiful Bhagsunag water fall which sooths one's eyes.

Dal Lake: The Lake is located next to the Tibetan Children's village 3 Km away from Mcleodganj. This is a small lake surrounded by Deodar trees.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 08) Dharamshala – Dalhousie(2036 mts.)  / 130 Km / 04 hrs drive

Drive to Dalhousie and afternoon local sight seeing tour

Dalhousie(2036 mts.) is a quiet and delightful summer destination in Himachal Pradesh.  The hill station is located around 5 hills(Kathlog, Potreys, Tehra, Bakrota & Balun,  heights ranging between 1525 mts. to 2378 mts.) on the Dhauladhar mountains,covering an area of 14 sq.km, just east of the Ravi River. This colonial town was established in 1854 by the British Governor General Lord Dalhousie. The town presents magnificent view of Chamba valley and the Dhauladhar range.

Subhash Baoli (2085 mts.): 1.5 Km from GPO, commands a view of snow capped mountains. It is served as the great Subhash Chandra Bose's retreat. Neta ji Subhash Chander Bose during his 7 months sojourn in Dalhousie in 1937 is believed to have spent most of his days by the side of this water body.

Panchpula (Five Bridges): Just 3 Km from the town, it is a pretty spot, whre the water of a natural tank flows under five bridges. There is an elegant monument erected at Panchpula dedicated to the great freedom fighter, Bhagat Singh's uncle, Sardar Ajit Singh, who breathed his last in Panchpula.

Churches: Dalhousie has four of them. St. John’s church at Gandhi Chowk is the oldest built in 1863 situated at a distance of 2 Km from bus stand.

St. Francis’ church is a very prominent monument on the Subhash Chowk built in 1894,

St. Andrew’s commonly known as the Church of Scotland was built in 1903 at Baloon by Protestant Christians. It is one and half Km from bus stand.

St. Patrick’s Church is situated in Baloon, approximately 2 Km from bus stand. This is largest church in Dalhousie built in 1909.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 09) Dalhousie – Khajjair – Chamba-Dalhousie / 100 Km / 04 hrs drive

Full day  Chamba and  Khajjair excursion

Khajiar (1960 mts.): just 23 kms from Dalhousie, the beautiful little plain of Khajiar is one of the favourite retrete for visitor. Once famous as royal retrete for golfer and polo player, it was named the Switzerland of Himachal Pradesh by Mr. Willy t. Blazer, Vice Counselor and Head of Chancery of Switzerland in India in 1992, becoming the 160th tourist spot in the world to be christened mini-Switzerland. There is a small lake in the center of the saucer shaped meadow which has in it a floating island. A little away from the lake is the temple of Khajji Nag belonging to 12th century. The snake god Khajji Nag is worshiped in a human form. Five life size wooden statues signify presence of Pandava from the epic age of Mahabharata. The town has many beautiful walks and landscape is picturesque.

Chamba : Chamba Town founded by Raja Sahil Varman in 920 AD when he conquered the lower Rani valley from the petty chiefs called Ranas and Thakurs. Chamba offer a variety of Scenic beauty. It has preserved the ancient cultural heritage and civilization.There are several old temples and places, some dating back a thousand years.most prominent and revered among these are the Lakshmi Narayan temple, Champavati temple, Vajeshwari Devi Temple, Hari Rai temple and Chamunda Devi temple and other attractions are Chaughan and Bhuri Singh Musuem.

Chaugan: This grassy lawn less than one Km in length and about seventy five meters wide is the focus of Chamba’s cultural activities. In 1890s the leveling of the Chaugan was done. It became a public promenade and Cricket ground for the British. A week long Minjar Fair, held in July-August display the regions traditional gala dresses, song, dance and music. Minjar is the most popular fair of Chamba which is attended by a large number of people from every corner of the district.

Laxmi Narayan Temple: Temple was built by Sahil Varman in the 10th century AD. There are six shikhra style temples within the complex, the main temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu.

Bhuri Singh Musuem: Musuem named after Raja Bhuri Singh who ruled Chamba from 1904 to 1919. He donated his family collection of paintings to the museum. It houses a fine collection of miniature paintings from Kangra, Basholi, Chamba and other Pahari schools.

Overnight at Hotel.

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Day 10) Dalhousie- Pathankot train station transfer / 70 Km / 02 hrs drive

Departure transfer to Pathankot train station and board your train to further destination

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Tour Ends But Memories Remains – Always