Endowed with lofty Himalayan mountains, ancient religious sites and a cheerful culture, Himachal Pradesh is home to famous tourist destinations like Kullu, Manali, Dharamshala, Dalhousie and Shimla. Known as the Fruit Bowl On India, Himachal is also known for scenic landscapes, culture,
adventure sports and a variety of fairs, festivals and celebrations throughout the year. Himachal Pradesh also has
plenty of forts, palaces, and monasteries that are of utmost cultural and historical importance.
Duration : 10 Nights/11 Days
Places covered : Shimla, Kufri, Mandi (SundernagarLake, Prashar Lake, Rewalsar lake), Kasol, Manikaran, Manali,
Rohtang Pass, Solang Valley, Dharamshala, Dalhousie, Khajiar, Mc Leodganj
Pick up and Drop Location : Chandigarh/Amritsar
Travel Highlights :
Ethereal landscape surrounded by pine, deodar and oak forests;
Paragliding and Hot Air Baloon Ride at Rohtang Pass and Solang valley;
River Rafting on the white waters of Beas;
Jalori Pass, Pandoh Dam, Rewalsar Lake, Cheni Kothi, Parashar lake;
Dharamshala - the abode of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama;
The colossal snow dressed peaks of Dhauladhar Range overlooking Dharamsala;
Bhagsunag Falls resembling a long white silk sheet which is split in two as it approaches the base. It lies in close proximity to Mcleodganj and the
Bhagsunag Temple.
The rich Tibetan culture and heritage that can be witnessed in its colourful and vibrant monasteries, coupled with its authentic Tibetan cuisine;
Panjula Waterfall, formed by the coming together of various mountain streams whose waters are believed to contain medicinal properties
Satdhara Waterfall, formed when seven water springs come together. Their waters are believed to contain therapeutic properties.
Travel Itinerary :
Day 1 - Pick up from Chandigarh and travel to Shima. Evening to be spent at leisure. You may take a stroll down the ridge and spend some time on
Mall Road or engage in souvenir collection at Lakkar bazar. Night stay at Shimla
Day 2 - local site seeing in and around Shimla – Mall Road, Lakkar bazar, Christ church, Kalibari temple, Kufri, Jakhoo Mandir, Museum.
N/s at Shimla
Day 3 – travel towards Manali via Mandi. En route, while taking the road via Tattapani, visit Sundernagar Lake. Later visit Parashar lake in Mandi.
If timer permits, you may enjoy river rafting over there. Continue your journey towards Manali. N/s at Manali.
Day 4 – Local site seeing in and around Manali – Hadimba Temple, Manu Temple, Vamn Vihar, Buddhist Monastery, Museum of Himalayan Art &
Culture. Overnight stay at Manali.
Day 5 – day excursion to Solang Valley and to Sissu in Lahaul dist via Atal Tunnel. You may opt for adventure activities like paragliding at Solang.
Return to Manali for night stay;
Day 6 – if permit is obtained (extra chargeable), you may go to visit Rohtang pass. Or make a day excursion to Kullu valley followed by Kasol &
Manikaran. Return back to Manali for N/s
Day 7 – check out from Manali & travel to Dharamshala. N/s at Mcleodganj.
Day 8 – local site seeing in Dharamshala – Dalai Lama Monastery Complex, Cricket stadium, Namgyal Monastery, Kalachakra Temple, Bhagsunath
waterfall, St. John’s church. Overnight stay at Dharamshala.
Day 9 – Travel to Dalhousie. N/s at Khajiar
Day 10– local site seeing in and around Dalhousie – Kalatop, Khajiar meadow,
Day 11 – Travel to Amritsar via Pathankot. Visit Wagah border and Golden Temple in the afternoon. Later, drop to airport/railway station for your
return journey back home.
Viceregal House, Shimla
Sutlej River
Khajiar