You will be greeted & assisted by our representative at Delhi international airport and later transferred to your hotel to check in. Remaining time is at leisure till next day.
Meals: Welcome Dinner Included.
This morning post healthy breakfast check out from hotel and you will be transferred by road to Rishikesh which is an ancient city and is famous for its Ashrams and for grand viewing of holy river Ganges surrounded by mountains. Rishikesh is also known as Yoga Capital of India. Ever since the Beatles visited the ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in the late '60s, Rishikesh has been a magnet for spiritual seekers. The town’s lanes and alleys retain an old-world charm, and it remains a wonderful place to relax and unwind among nature.
Wander around and explore on foot. Venture down to the ghats lining the river and relax for a while amid the daily goings-on. Visit Laxman Jhoola- a divine bridge. Later you will have an option to take part in yoga class in one of the top Rishikesh ashrams for yoga and meditation(Optional). For the adventurous, there are opportunities for white water rafting on the Ganga,Bungjee jumping etc (All Optional).
Meals: Breakfast Included.
After Healthy breakfast, drive to Haridwar.It is the first place where Holy River Ganges reaches the plains descending the Himalayas.Haridwar is one of the best places to head to if you are in a quest for peace and spirituality.
Visit some of the sacred Hindu temples and ashrams. Later take a stroll in the colourful markets of Haridwar. In the evening witness the auspicious ‘Aarti’ (holy ceremony) at the Ganges river ‘Ghat’ at sunset. Itis a sight to behold, as the city is drenched in the divine aura of the glittering diyas and the ambiance is accentuated by the chanting of the mantras to appease the gods.The tiny diyas bedecked by flowers appear as if thousands of lamps are set to float in the river.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
After breakfast, proceed towards the queen of the hills, Shimla. Let the jagged mountains mesmerise you as you enter Shimla, a stunning hill station surrounded by green pastures and snow-capped mountains.
On arrival check into your pre-booked hotel. After resting for few hours,take a stroll down the Mall Road to explore local handicraft and try some local cuisine. Spend your evening exploring the local surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
Today explore the beauty of Shimla and the surrounding landscapes of the quaint hill-station.
After breakfast proceed to Kufri. placed at an altitude of 2290 m above the sea level, Kufri is blessed with tranquility and scenery. Visit Himalayan National Park, Mahasu Peak and ChiniBunglow. Later you can enjoy yak riding, skiing, sledging, and other fun activities (Optional).
Later return to Shimla and explore Mall Road, The Ridge, Scandal Point, Christ church, Kali Bari Temple and Vice Regal Lodge- once the summer residence of various British viceroys, it boasts of an interesting English Renaissance architecture.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
The fun in your tour escalates as you head off to Manali. Enjoy the mesmerizing ride with tall mountains on both sides. While on your way, you will take a halt at Kullu and treat your eyes with its popular handicraft and eye-soothing beauty.
After reaching Manali relax for a while and enjoy a couple of hours breathing the beauty of this famous hill-station. Spend your evening exploring the local surroundings.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
After healthy breakfast, start your day with sightseeing of places in and around Manali. Visit Tibetan Monastery,Hadimba temple, Vishisth village andHot Spring Bath.After a day of sightseeing and exploring the lush green surroundings in Manali, indulge in some shopping at the Mall road and IBEX Market - where you can buy souvenirs to take home.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
Post breakfast at the hotel, you will leave for a full day tour of Rohtang Pass. It is the gateway to the gorgeous Lahaul and Spiti Valley and offers many panoramic views on its way. Covered with snow all-round the year, lying at an elevation 3978 m, it is open from June to October. Enjoy playing with snow here. The day would be filled with fun activities and various mesmerizing sights. Spend some time at the pass, indulge in activities like horse riding and sledging,
Head to Solang Valley to experience pumping adrenaline.It is a side valley at the top of the Kullu Valley and over beautiful views of Glaciers. In Solang Valley, you can go for adventure activities like paragliding, zorbing, skiing, and sledging (Optional). Alternatively, you can go for a short-guided hiking tour and a romantic nature walk.Stay overnight in hotel in Manali.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
On this day after breakfast take a romantic long ride to the home of Dalai Lama, Dharamshala. It is known for its breath-taking beauty set amidst high pine and oak trees. Ever since 1959, when it became the temporary headquarters & Abode of His Holiness The Dalai Lama, Dharamshala has risen to international repute as The Little Lhasa in India.
Once you reach the hotel and check-in, relax a bit. In the evening, set out to explore the serene destination that gives you the perfect ambiance. Indulge in some shopping at the local markets.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
After breakfast explore the seamless blend of Himachali and Tibetan culture and beliefs as both peacefully co-exist in Dharamshala.
Visit his holiness Dalai lama residence,Tsuglagkhang Complex, Mcleodganj, Tibetan Monasteries, beautiful forests, nature trails, local markets, and Tibetan Medical Center, known for curing various ailments using rare Buddhist medicines. Then, visit the Church of St. John, an Anglican church also known as St. John in the Wilderness.Evening free for leisure. Stay overnight at hotel in Dharamshala.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
Bid adieu to Dharamshala as you will be hitting the road to Amritsar today! On arrival, check in at your hotel. After brief leisure, go for Amritsar local city tour.You will visit the famous Golden Temple, also known as the Darbar Sahib and Harmandir Sahib, which is the holiest and the most important pilgrimage site for Sikh religion. Later visit Jallianwala Bagh, a historical park where Jallianwala Bagh Massacre took place on April 13,1919, in which British troops fired on a large crowd of unarmed Indians, killing, and injuring to several hundred people.
Post lunch enjoy an excursion to Wagah Border during the evening. It is the only border crossing between India and Pakistan. A beating retreat ceremony between India and Pakistan is a must watch when touring Amritsar. Later return to hotel and stay overnight.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
This morning after elegant breakfast, Checkout from the hotel and drive to Chandigarh, a very first planned modern city of India designed by the renowned French architect Le Corbusier. It is also one of the cleanest cities in India.
Visit Le - Corbusier Museum, Rock Garden, Capitol Complex, Rose Garden, Pierre Jeanneret House,Sector-17 market and many more.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
This Morning post appetizing check out from your hotel and proceed to Delhi. Board your flight and fly back with memories to cherish for life. Tour ends.
Meals: Breakfast Included.