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Misty Mountains

 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Day 07 Chandigarh :- Early morning leave for Chandigarh (8 hrs). On arrival check in to hotel. Overnight in Chandigarh.

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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