Himalayan Splendor Standard Itinerary
| Day 1 |
Arrival in Chandigarh | Drive to Shimla (120 kms / approx.3 hours) |
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Meet our representative upon arrival in Chandigarh and proceed to Shimla - abounds in
nature's bounty and looks picture perfect. The small hill station amidst the lofty snow-clad
Himalayan ranges, surrounded by lakes and lush green pastures look as though an artist has
painted them. The unique thing about Shimla is that it still retains its colonial charm.
Check-in at the hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Shimla
Drive to Kufri after breakfast. This is a popular picnic spot located 16km from Shimla. You
may hike on foot to the Mahasu Peak or pay for a mule ride up the hill. Mahasu is the tallest
peak in Kufri that gives tourists an amazing view of distant snow-capped peaks. In the
afternoon return to Shimla and visit Viceregal Lodge, Christ Church, St. Michael's Cathedral
and Jakhu temple. In the evening, take a walk on Shimla’s famous boulevard, Mall Road. See
fine specimens of colonial architecture, snack at the various eateries in the market or shop
for souvenirs. Overnight stay in Shimla.
| Day 3 |
Shimla – Kullu - Manali (280 kms / approx. 6.5 hours) |
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After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and drive to Manali. On the way, enjoy Kullu
sightseeing. It is the valley of gods, or the ‘habitable end of the world’, as the Kullu valley has
come to be known, spreads out its charm on either side of the upper reaches of the river
Beas. This valley is famous for its beauty and its majestic hills covered with Pine and Deodar
forests and sprawling apple orchards. Kullu valley is sandwiched between the Pir Panjal,
Lower Himalayan and Great Himalayan range. The valley is only 80 km long and 2 km at its
broadest, yet a fairly wide area is open to the visitors to enjoy the spectacle of variegated
mountain scenery. Later proceed to Manali & it offers superb views of the Dhauladhar and
Pir Panjal ranges, and with mountain adventures beckoning from all directions, Manali is a
year-round magnet for tourists. Apart from temples, Manali is popular among adventure
tourists coming for trekking, paragliding, rafting and skiing. Upon arrival, check-in at the
hotel and spend the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Manali.
| Day 4 |
Sightseeing in Manali |
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In the morning after breakfast, go on an adventurous drive to Solang valley – a major
attraction, without which the trip remains incomplete. All above mentioned adventure
activities can be availed here at Solang Valley. Apart from activities, there are splendid views
to enjoy in and around the Solang Valley. Later, today I visited the popular Hadimba Temple,
Naggar Castle and the Art gallery. In the evening, go for a walk along Mall Road. Overnight
stay in Manali.
| Day 5 |
Day at leisure in Manali |
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After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure in Manali. Alternatively, you may explore the
destination offering numerous adventure sports and other places of interest. Dinner and
overnight stay in Manali.
| Day 6 |
Drive from Manali – Dharamshala |
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In the morning drive to (6 ½ HRS drive) Dharamshala, on the way visit Palampur & On arrival
check in at the Hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
| Day 7 |
Dharamshala – Dalhousie |
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Morning after breakfast local tour of Dharamshala visiting the Official residence of Dalai
Lama the exiled Tibetan Leader, McLeodganj, etc. Later depart for Dalhousie (4 hrs.).
Situated at 2039 mts in the outer slopes of the DhaulaDhar range with its natural beauty and
natural surroundings. On arrival check- in at the hotel. Evening Is free for leisure and
shopping. Overnight at the hotel.
Full day sightseeing to Khajjiar, 18 kms from. Dalhousie. Its one of the most scenic saucer
shaped Plateau and is surrounded by dense pine and deodar forests, its beauty has further
been enhanced by a small lake in the center with a floating island and 9-hole golf course.
Here are the other interesting places to cover. Return to Dalhousie and overnight at the
hotel.
| Day 9 |
Dalhousie to Chandigarh |
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In the morning after breakfast drive to Chandigarh (315 kms / 07 Hrs.) Chandigarh is one of
the most planned cities in India. On arrival check-in at the hotel. Afternoon visit Rock
Garden, Rose Garden and Lake. Evening is free for leisure. Overnight at Chandigarh
| Day 10 |
Departure from Chandigarh |
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After breakfast, you will be transferred to Chandigarh airport for the return flight back
home. Tour ends with sweet memories..
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