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Day 01 Shimla :- On arrival in Delhi transfer to Shimla (7
hrs). Situated at a panoramic location, this hilly town is
surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped peaks. The spectacular
cool hills accompanied by the structures made during the colonial
era create an aura, which is very different from other hill
stations. Shimla retains its colonial heritage, with grand old
buildings, among them the stately Viceregal Lodge, charming iron
lamp posts and Anglo-Saxon names. On arrival check into hotel.
Overnight in Shimla. |
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Day 02 Shimla :- After
breakfast, visit Kufri. At a height of 2501 mts, girded by awesome
pinnacles, Kufri is scenic hill resort 16 kms from Shimla. From
December to March it wears its white winter garb, with snow
trimmings on its undulating slopes. Later in the afternoon take a
walking tour of Shimla. Visit the Jakhoo Temple and walk down the
bridge visiting churches. Walk on Mall Road, to the State Museum,
ending with Viceregal Lodge. Overnight in Shimla. |
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Day 03 Manali :- Drive from Shimla to Manali
(8 hrs). The landscape here is breath taking… one sees well –
defined snow capped peaks, and the Beas river with its clear water
meanders through the town amid grassy meadows carpeted with wild
flowers. On the other side are deodar and pine trees, tiny fields
and fruit orchards. On arrival in Manali, check into your hotel.
Overnight in Manali. |
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Day 04 Shimla :- Full day excursion to Snow
Point and Solang Valley on Rohtang road (subject to weather
conditions). Solang valley offers a fabulous view of glaciers and
snow capped mountain peaks. Overnight in Manali. |
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Day 05 Manali :- Full day excursion to Kullu
Valley and Manikaran. Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty,
the Kullu Valley is rightly celebrated as the valley of the Gods.
Nestled between the Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal ranges, it is the
cradle of the great River Beas. It harbors forests, alpine meadows,
gurgling rivulets and orchards laden with fruit and its in habitants
are a joyful and gentle people. Manikaran has hot sulphur springs
that bubble next to the icy water of the Parvati river. This place
is revered by both Hindus and Sikhs. Overnight in Manali. |
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Day 06 Manali :- Morning visit Hidimba Temple,
Manu Temple, Vashisht Kund and the Tibetan Monastery. The Hidimba
Devi temple stands in the midst of a sacred cedar forest near the
town of Dunghri, and the deity is worshipped as a manifestation of
Durga, the “hill Mother”. Vashisht is famous for its hot sulphur
springs, which are in the grounds of the Vashisth Temple. Rest of
the day free for shopping at Mall Road or leisure activities.
Shawls, Himachal caps, woodwork items, dolls, etc., can be bought
here. Overnight in Manali. |
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Day 07 Chandigarh :- Early morning leave for
Chandigarh (8 hrs). On arrival check in to hotel. Overnight in
Chandigarh. |
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Day 08 Chandigarh / Delhi :- After breakfast leave for Delhi
(4.5hrs). On arrival proceed to airport / railway station for onward
destination. |
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